Destination Guide

Arizona: Arizona on 2 wheels; A fresh look at desert golf (with Dad in tow).; Slideshow of Arizona

Bandon Dunes: 2 Seasons of Bandon Dunes; Oregon's leading golf getaway is open year-round—and as one recent return visitor learned, the 'winter' months might be the best time for a trip.; Bandon's third act; Bandon Trails makes a dazzling addition to the Northwest's most decorated golf resort.; Oregon, Go Bragh!; Whether you're playing Bandon Dunes or Sandpines Golf Links, Oregon casts a powerful spell.; Slideshow of Oregon

Florida: Central Florida; A drive down Interstate 4 in Central Florida leads to great golf.; Palm Coast; Florida's Palm Coast is sleepy, but its golf will wake you up.; Time for Tampa; With more than 100 public-access courses, excellent weather and exciting nongolf attractions, Florida's west coast is hot.; Marco Island; Wetlands abound on Marco Island's best two golf options.

Hawaii: Oahu & Kauai; All six Hawaiian Islands have fantastic golf options. But if time and money are short, try combining Oahu and Kauai.; Postcards from the edge; Whether you're heading to Hawaii this year or just dreaming about it, these are the most picturesque golf courses on each island.; Slideshow of Hawaii

Ireland: In Dublin's fair city; Two pals encounter the nation's capital, its first Ryder Cup venue and its famous links, both young and old.; Buddies in Ireland; How to plan your dream buddies' trip to Ireland in 2007.; World's best golf trail; Four buddies follow the exalted fairways and transcendent coastline of Ireland's southwest corner.; Golf in Northern Ireland; A lone golfer goes to Northern Ireland—the only 'Troubles' to be found are on the devilishly beautiful links that punctuate the coastline.

Las Vegas: Lucky Break; Fairways and greens all day; cards, dice and whiskey all night. Honestly, is there anything better than a casino-golf trip?; Viva Las Vegas; Sand dollars: Desert Pines is beautiful to look at—even if it's not quite "Pinehurst."; A Vegas Alternative; Scenic golf, affordable rooms are worth the trip to Mesquite.

Myrtle Beach: Father knows best; The Caledonia Golf & Fish Club is set on a gorgeous old rice plantation 45 minutes south of Myrtle Beach.; Nothing but the best; What happens when a pair of buddies go looking for a 'Top-Shelf' experience in the home of budget golf?