Resort Reviews
Rancho Bernardo Inn in San Diego combines throwback feel, great golf and perfect weather
San Diego's Rancho Bernardo Inn is a timeless, modern throwback; a classic resort that reminds you of a day when Bob Hope hung around, played golf and entertained. Add 70-degree weather year around, and RBI becomes the perfect getaway for snow-strangled Easterners getting cabin fever.
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Temecula Creek Inn: Hidden southern California gem provides area-favorite food and fairways
Save a glimpse of the golf course from Interstate 15, Temecula Creek Inn is really one of the area's tucked-away gems -- one that loyalists want to keep secret while new visitors want to share. It's an oak-studded oasis, really, just an hour from San Diego. It comes complete with a full-service hotel, dining that rivals the area's finest local California cuisine, and 27 holes of golf, divided into the aptly named Oaks Course, Creek Course and Stonehouse Course.
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Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay offers a taste of Scottish golf but with more sunshine
Golfers wanting a taste of Scotland -- but with a little more sunshine and a west coast vibe -- can find the best of both worlds at the Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay.
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Temecula Creek Inn: Hidden southern California gem provides area-favorite food and fairways
Save a glimpse of the golf course from Interstate 15, Temecula Creek Inn is really one of the area's tucked-away gems -- one that loyalists want to keep secret while new visitors want to share. It's an oak-studded oasis, really, just an hour from San Diego. It comes complete with a full-service hotel, dining that rivals the area's finest local California cuisine, and 27 holes of golf, divided into the aptly named Oaks Course, Creek Course and Stonehouse Course.
... full article »Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay offers a taste of Scottish golf but with more sunshine
Golfers wanting a taste of Scotland -- but with a little more sunshine and a west coast vibe -- can find the best of both worlds at the Ritz-Carlton Half Moon Bay.
... full article »Terranea Resort blossoms into a unique golf destination near L.A.
Staying at Terranea Resort isn't your traditional golf resort experience. It's more of a swank hangout for the beautiful people of L.A. who come for the stunning views of the Pacific Ocean, the pools, the spa and the food. Fact is, though, the resort has steadily matured into a golf destination as good as -- or better than -- several of southern California's more famous golf retreats.
... full article »Ojai Valley Inn & Spa: The perfect antidote to southern California congestion
At times it seems like southern California is filled with freeways, traffic, strip malls and endless population, which can be overwhelming. The best antidote for that can be found at the Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, located about 80 miles northwest of central Los Angeles. Consider it an intensive detox unit for those overwhelmed by southern California congestion.
... full article »A new era for Napa Valley's venerable Silverado Resort
Silverado Resort, the venerable Napa Valley retreat, came under new ownership in 2010 with a group that includes Johnny Miller. A resort with nearly 50 years under its belt, the ownership group is gearing to keep the dust off Silverado's image, Ted Johnson writes.
... full article »Omni La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad adds finishing touches to $50 million renovation
Omni La Costa Resort and Spa, an iconic resort in Carlsbad, has hosted dozens of pro tournaments over the years. Now, the golf courses are getting a makeover as part of an overall $50 million ongoing investment in La Costa by KSL Resorts. When all the changes are completed this fall, La Costa should be tastier than ever for guests, Jason Scott Deegan writes.
... full article »The Resort at Pelican Hill: A seaside Tuscan village in Newport Coast
Upon opening in 2008 The Resort at Pelican Hill in Newport Coast leapfrogged more famous golf resorts to climb atop many "best of" lists. The gorgeous 504-acre property, with panoramic views of the coast and ocean, rated as the top golf resort in California by readers of Conde Nast Traveler in 2011. And don't miss the golf: Pelican Hill Golf Club's Ocean North and South courses get all the publicity, but a third Tom Fazio course affiliated with the resort, Oak Creek in Irvine, is another great play.
... full article »Desert ideals and activities abound at Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa near Palm Springs
Known as one of the Coachella Valley's go-to getaway spots for both golf and relaxing, Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa is revitalized and better than ever. Fresh off a $35 million renovation to both its resort and golf courses, the Rancho Mirage property is the ideal location for visitors to relax and escape, Katie Denbo writes.
... full article »La Quinta Resort and Club: Desert history with modern luxuries
Set against the beauty of the Santa Rosa Mountains and flush with a rich history as a celebrity enclave, La Quinta Resort and Club rates as a legendary golf and vacation getaway for visitors to southern California and locals alike. The desert provides a setting perfect for Pete-Dye designed golf, paired with the public masterpieces of PGA West. The only negative, writes Katie Denbo, you've got to leave some time.
... full article »Hilton hotels make ideal base camp for Palm Springs-area golf
The Hilton-affiliated Homewood Suites and Embassy Suites in La Quinta, Calif., are fairly new properties, so they're in great shape, and they offer amenities beyond your basic hotel. While they're not priced like the Motel 6, they are priced well below some of the pricier resorts in the area.
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