With countless courses to choose from it can be difficult to decide where to spend your valuable time and hard-earned money. When making your decision, consider the variables outside of the quality and reputation of the course. What accommodations are available? What type of geography and climate do I want to experience? If you are traveling with more people, what are some group-friendly activities?

United States

We are lucky to have a myriad of tour-quality courses across the country. With summer right around the corner golf enthusiasts can finally enjoy the lush fairways and pristine greens under the warm sun. From the legendary Pebble Beach Golf Links in California to the stunning Whistling Straits in Wisconsin, there is an array of courses that cater to all skill levels and preferences. Participants and attendees of the 2025 AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am can look forward to a luxurious and memorable experience. This includes accommodation at the Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa, along with two all-day tickets for both a yet-to-be-determined date and Sunday of the tournament.

You can also experience the ultimate golf getaway for two at Wisconsin’s Kohler Resort, where luxury and top-tier golfing converge. Enjoy a three-night stay at the Inn on Woodlake and play two rounds on your choice of the Whistling Straits, River, Meadow Valleys, or Irish courses. Designed by Hall of Fame architect Pete Dye, these championship courses are ranked among the best in the U.S. by Golf Digest. Blackwolf Run and Whistling Straits, famous for hosting the U.S. Women’s Open and PGA Championship, guarantee an unforgettable golfing experience.

Additionally, proceeds from the event benefit WhyHunger, a charity fighting hunger and poverty by promoting access to nutritious food and supporting grassroots initiatives. Managed by the Pledgeling Foundation, 100% of net proceeds go to charity, with at least 10% of Charitybuzz earmarked for WhyHunger. That way, you’ll enjoy a perfect summer golf destination while supporting a great cause, whether you prefer the Pacific Coast or the serene landscapes of the East and Midwest.

Scotland / Ireland

One of the most iconic golf destinations in the world. Ireland is home to arguably some of the best destination golf experiences. The K Club is situated among 500 acres of rolling Irish countryside just 30 minutes west of Dublin, with access to two iconic Parkland golf courses designed by Arnold Palmer. The club itself offers luxurious amenities and many other outdoor activities.

If you want a chance to get out and explore as well, the award-winning Europe Hotel & Resort is a great option! Regarded as one of the most luxurious hotel in Killarney, The Europe Hotel overlooks 26k acres of national park with 2 breathtaking championship courses along the Killarney Lakes. Without even leaving the grounds you have access to horseback riding, boating and fishing, manicured gardens, and an incredible spa facility. 

No golf destination list is complete without Scotland, the home of golf! Scotland boasts the most historical courses in the world, most notably St. Andrews Old Course, the oldest golf course in the world. Almost as famous, the Old Course Hotel offers views of the 17th hole right from your room, a first-class spa, and over 250 whiskies at the Road Hole Bar. Immerse yourself in the history and play like it is 1744!

Epic Events and Celebrity Experiences

If you are interested in attending some of the biggest golf events this summer we have found a few amazing, once-in-a-lifetime experiences you could be a part of! 

The famous John Daly is offering a spot in his private tournament located in Dardanelle, Arkansas this June. Not only will the lucky attendee get access to play in this event, but they will also get the chance to play a round with John Daly himself!

Take a trip to the UK and play a round with the great Ben Clayton! Three lucky golf enthusiasts will get the chance to play with Ben at the Burhill Golf Club in Surrey. Get pointers from Ben and take advantage of the Trackman to dial in all the tips you got out on the course. 

The infamous Waste Management Open is coming back to Scottsdale, Arizona in February 2025 and you don’t want to miss it! Secure your prime seats overlooking the 16th hole with complimentary food and beverages! PLUS a two-night stay at the Scottsdale Resort.

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For the past 40 years, the renowned Kemper Lakes Golf Club has welcomed not just Chicagoland’s most avid golfers, but tournament-winning professional golfers from all over the world have made their way to our putting green. With multiple membership tiers, Kemper Lakes Golf Club makes Membership enticing for anybody passionate about golf, and it matches this flexibility with a simply unrivaled pure golf facility. Here are five reasons why Kemper Lakes is a top-notch golf facility.

1. Kemper Lakes offers a challenge for golfers of all levels 

Kemper Lakes sets the standard for what a golf club should be. Its course layout and conditions are PGA-level, so every golfer can get the full Tour experience on a course used for tournaments by the PGA. 

The course recently underwent extensive renovation led by legendary golf course architect Rick Jacobson. These renovations brought club-wide improvements to the entire course, including renovated and upgraded bunkers, upgraded tee boxes, new locker rooms, and commemorative plaques recognizing the championship-winning plays achieved at each hole, so golfers know when they’re literally standing among golf’s greatest at Kemper Lake.

2. Golf Champions play at Kemper Lakes

At Kemper Lakes, members don’t just golf like pros golf – they golf where pros golf. Legends who have graced Kemper Lakes with their presence include Tiger Woods, Arnold Palmer, Hale Irwin, Annika Sorenstam, Jack Nicklaus, Greg Norman, and 1989 PGA champion Payne Stewart, who won  his first major title at Kemper Lakes. The course has hosted Chicago’s annual Champions Tour six times, hosted the Grand Slam of Golf four times, and hosted the Illinois PGA Match Play Championship for 24 years straight. Furthermore, Kemper Lakes is one of the only Illinois golf courses to have hosted a major championship in the last 85 years.

3. Kemper Lakes is focused on creating the perfect golf experience 

With some of the most challenging courses in Illinois, Kemper Lakes has built its business on ensuring all members experience a perfect day on the green. More than 40 years in providing and supporting a “pure golf” experience means that Kemper Lakes has fine-tuned the whole experience from A to Z, so members and their guests experience an unforgettable, premium experience . 

Kemper Lakes staff is attentive, courteous, and thoroughly versed in the ins and outs of the golf course. All bag attendants and clubhouse staff provide exceptional service to each member and their guests from the moment they walk through the clubhouse doors. 

4. Kemper Lakes has a reputation for excellence

People who know golf know Kemper Lakes. The club’s stellar reputation reaches around the world and back. Just take it from the king of golf commentating, Dan Hicks, who called Kemper Lakes “one of the finest pure golf facilities in the world” – after decades of sportscasting, he would know!

5. Kemper Lakes knows fine dining

Golf isn’t the only thing that’s perfect at Kemper Lakes. The club’s fine dining restaurant and bar, the Overlook at Kemper Lakes, provides stunning views, exceptional cuisine, and superior service unmatched not just at golf and country clubs, but throughout the restaurant industry. Visit the Overlook after sinking that hole-in-one to celebrate in true style. Regular and corporate dining memberships are available.

Join Kemper Lakes now for specials on fall memberships

There’s no better time than now to join Kemper Lakes. The crisp climate of fall is almost here, a perfect time for golf (or for a divine evening at the Overlook if the weather isn’t right). Sign up now to join Kemper Lakes at its Exclusive Membership Preview Day to experience the club like a member!

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