Tampa Golf Courses - World Woods Golf Club Enhanced For 2011

Tampa Golf Courses: World Wood Golf Club A Great Choice in 2011

Most golfers who take a Tampa golf vacation inevitably make World Woods Golf Club part of their trip. Of all public play Tampa golf courses, World Woods has consistently been the most sought-after and highly ranked since it opened in 1993.

New for 2011, golfers at World Woods Golf Club will experience an all-new Rolling Oaks Course as well as enhancements on the Pine Barrens Course. Thus, anyone who has not played World Woods in years, or has been dreaming of playing the 36-hole Tom Fazio masterpiece on a future Tampa golf vacation, should consider making the trip to World Woods this year.

Even before the major renovation project at World Woods this summer, The Pine Barrens Course was ranked number 2 in Golfweek Best 2010 Public Courses You Can Play in Florida, while Rolling Oaks was ranked number 7 on the same list. Located about 45 minutes north of TPC Tampa Bay and several other top-ranked courses, World Woods has always been worth the drive.

It is reasonable to predict that the number 7 ranking for Rolling Oaks will get closer to the Pine Barren number 2, once the course reopens after the massive upgrades this summer. When the course opens on November 1, there will be aggressive, new unlimited golf rates as well as reintroduction rate specials.

When Rolling Oaks opens for play, golfers will experience greens that have been totally redone with TiftEagle, a grass chosen because it best suits the topography and character of Rolling Oaks, according to Stan Cooke, World Woods General Manager. While Rolling Oaks contouring remains the same, the greens are being restored to their original size from when the course was opened in 1993. This is a 20 percent expansion in the size of the Rolling Oaks greens from where they were if you played the course last winter.

World Woods Pine Barrens remains a Par 71 and Rolling Oaks remains a par 72, but both courses have extensive new teeing grounds, resulting in extended yardage for both courses. Pine Barrens has 10 new teeing grounds and has increased yardage from 6259 to 6955. Rolling Oaks has increased from 7032 to 7279 with nine new teeing grounds.

The Pine Barrens greens remain in immaculate condition. With the renovation, the Rolling Oaks greens are expected to run as true and as fast as those on Pine Barrens. The goal, according to Cooke, is to have the best 36-hole combination of greens not only among Tampa golf courses, but among all courses in the southeast.

World Woods Golf Club has also added new golf cart paths throughout the facility and a brand new fleet of 150 golf carts. The club house has been totally refurbished and the on-course restroom facilities have been renovated as well.

Top Golf Vacation Spots

Picking a top golf vacation spot is tough. There are many possibilities to consider while making a list. There are places all over the world so the possibilities are endless. Europe, Australia, Africa, Mexico, and Asia are some locations with great golf vacationing spots and of course there are many golf courses right here in the U.S. to choose from. To narrow it down a little bit there are popular golf vacation spots which are some of the best. You know you can never go wrong with picking from the best.

Myrtle Beach has hundreds of great golf courses to choose from. There are large spacious courses and small quaint ones all over Myrtle Beach to choose from. You may enjoy some of their golf packages they offer. They offer packages that include lodging on a resort with meals included as well as golf carts. There are different prices for different types of courses and packages. Whether you are going alone or bringing friends and family with you, there is a great package that will accommodate all your needs.

The golf packages are only half the fun. Once you are headed to your exciting golf location with your package fitting everything you like into the budget you want, you will start exploring your golf courses. On average there are 10,000 people traveling to Myrtle Beach for their glorious golf courses every month because it is so popular.

The international Club of Myrtle beach is a beautiful nature oriented course lined with lots of trees and marshland scattered throughout. It is one of the greatest courses designed by Williard Byrd according to many golfing fans.

Prestwick Country Club has received amazing ratings from magazines around the world. Its dynamics are impressive and the scenery is just gorgeous. Designed by Pete Dye, it is the favorite course of many golf vacationers.

Pearl West is another beautifully detailed course with many open stretches and lined in beautiful greens. It is the home of many tournaments for many years and is still a popular stop for tournaments today. It really challenges your golf power skills and allows you to try different things in your game.

Sea Trail is another Byrd course. It is right on and surrounded by the water. You certainly will be challenged with your game by this course. It is a four star course that is known for its playability like many of Willard Byrd's other designs.

There are many possibilities when choosing a golf vacationing spot that is right for you. Taking a little time to research different areas will benefit you.