Golf and Golf Courses
Thursday, November 26th, 2009 9:33 am by
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Print this page If you’re planning to spend your golf vacation in St Andrews, you’re not alone. Any golfer who knows and follows the game will be drawn to St Andrews. It is known as the heart of golf to golf fans the world over. St Andrews, located close to Fife, Scotland is the residence of the Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, one of the oldest golf clubs in history. This club governed the game until 2004.
St Andrews Golf Vacation -Any devoted golfer would like to visit St Andrews and play at the famous links – the oldest golf course in the world. People have been playing golf there since the 15th century. The Open Championship is held here, a tradition dating back to the medieval ages. To be remembered, as golf legend Jack Nicklaus said, you have to win at St Andrews. Another famous player, Tiger Woods, also won the event n 2000 and 2005.
If you planned your golf vacation to play at St Andrews Links, you won’t be disappointed. It has seven golf courses. Unless it’s the championship, booking tee time and enjoying the courses is almost certain.
St Andrews Golf Vacation -If the fees are steep in the popular golf courses, you’ll still find a course in the St Andrews area. There’s sure to be an open spot at a reasonable price. As alternative, you can practice at the local St Andrews Links golf driving range.
Many people visit St Andrews because of the allure of the golf courses and the town’s deep history and prestige. St Andrews appeals even to those who not diehard golf fans. St Andrews is also popular because of its many beautiful sandy beaches. If you love surfing, you’ll love the East Sands beach.
St Andrews Golf Vacation -A mild temperate maritime climate runs throughout St Andrews. Winters in St Andrews are not as cold as one might expect. But temperatures can drop below zero during daytime. You will rarely see snow in St Andrews. You are advised to prepare for cold weather is you’re attending a St Andrews golf vacation, and you will be coming from a region with a tropical climate.