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Tour Panther Lake at Orange County National, a top Orlando-area facility for serious golfers
The two 18-hole courses at Orange County National are well known in central Florida as two of the best options for serious golfers. Brandon Tucker recently played OCN's Panther Lake golf course and brought along his camera.
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Kings Ridge G.C.: Where Playability and pace of play converge for ultimate enjoyment
Rolling hills, beautiful tree-dotted terrain and a relaxed lifestyle are some of the magnets for new residents to Kings Ridge Golf Club in Clermont, Fla. The recreation centerpiece is its two-golf-course complex, which sits seamlessly in the sprawling, exquisitely landscaped development.
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Tranquilo Golf Club in Lake Buena Vista: A Tom Fazio redesign for all seasons
Tranquilo Golf Club -- with its lush foliage, live oak trees and protected wetlands -- doesn't feel like it's in the middle of Walt Disney World. The Tom Fazio-redesigned golf experience has an air of exclusivity and seclusion.
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Kings Ridge G.C.: Where Playability and pace of play converge for ultimate enjoyment
Rolling hills, beautiful tree-dotted terrain and a relaxed lifestyle are some of the magnets for new residents to Kings Ridge Golf Club in Clermont, Fla. The recreation centerpiece is its two-golf-course complex, which sits seamlessly in the sprawling, exquisitely landscaped development.
... full article »Tranquilo Golf Club in Lake Buena Vista: A Tom Fazio redesign for all seasons
Tranquilo Golf Club -- with its lush foliage, live oak trees and protected wetlands -- doesn't feel like it's in the middle of Walt Disney World. The Tom Fazio-redesigned golf experience has an air of exclusivity and seclusion.
... full article »Tips: Make the most of your trip to the PGA Merchandise Show
An engaging blend of a massive trade show, glitzy product display and fun networking party, the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando is a big deal. As an local, writer Ed Schmidt offers suggestions on places for golf, dining, nightlife and entertainment, and more.
... full article »Magical golf can be found near The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Chances are, if you visit Orlando, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal will be high on your or another family member's list. Once you've visited the park, the good news is you can easily be on the first tee in a matter of minutes. Some of the best golf in Orlando is located a short distance from Universal Orlando Resort.
... full article »Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge: 45 holes of fun
Set on a parcel of undulating former ranch and citrus land five miles north of Walt Disney World, Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge is a world-class golf facility offering play, practice, instruction, lodging and dining possibilities. Ed Schmidt has more from OCN.
... full article »Providence Golf Club down in Davenport is a 'natural' choice
Providence Golf Club is a residential community course with a unique personality that's playable to residents and visitors with lots of sizzle and creativity on every hole. While some holes at Providence are forgiving off the tee with large landing areas, you'll need to put lots of thought into a strategy once you pull driver from your bag.
... full article »Ventura Country Club: Where golf conditions matter
Ventura Country Club has literally and figuratively taken ownership of its goal to be one of the best-conditioned golf courses in central Florida. Don't be turned off by the short total yardage at Ventura. What it lacks in length it makes up with its conditioning, excellent greens, playability and shot-making opportunities. You might be a bomber off the tee, but that doesn't necessarily guarantee a low score here.
... full article »Rio Pinar Country Club: A fixture on the Orlando golf scene for more than five decades
An integral player in Orlando's rich golf history, Rio Pinar Country Club has been a fixture on the local golf scene for more than five decades. Once the site of the PGA Tour's Florida Citrus Open and LPGA Tour's Florida Ladies Citrus Open, the golf course has gracefully stood the test of time and remains a quintessential central Florida golf experience.
... full article »Grand Cypress Resort just got grander with a $14 million renovation of its villas
For years, the standard of a luxury golf vacation in central Florida has been Grand Cypress Resort. But like any top resort, if you're not evolving, you're falling behind. And with several newer luxury resorts in the area, it was Grand Cypress' time to up the ante. At a cost of $14 million, the Villas of Grand Cypress have been renovated, creating a sense of serenity and calm that mirrors the natural beauty of the resort.
... full article »Orange Lake Resort prospers into a sprawling golf destination next to Mickey Mouse in Kissimmee
The buildings overwhelm any first impressions at Orange Lake Resort in Kissimmee. In all, 2,478 villas comprise this massive timeshare vacation zone, all a part of the Holiday Inn Club Vacations network. Nature might not take center stage upon the drive to the accommodations, but don't fret, it's there. Tucked into the resort's 1,450 acres are four golf courses, and an 80-acre lake with a beach and water sports.
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- Diversity of land and design dominates the Orlando golf scene
- Little-known Timacuan Golf Club is a big-time Orlando-area play
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- Nicklaus-designed South, East and North golf courses at Grand Cypress complement stellar New Course
- Top 10 greatest moments in golf at Walt Disney World Resort
- Serenity, classic golf on the El Campeon Course at Mission Inn Resort & Club
- Following renovation, Bay Hill Club & Lodge's Championship Course looks better than ever
- From weekend hackers to the pros, these Orlando finishing holes can make or break you
- Summer means it's time to book tee times on Orlando's top golf courses for less
- Some short par 4s that can make or break your round of golf in Orlando
- The Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate delivers great fun for all
- New Course at Grand Cypress Resort evokes St. Andrews' Old Course
- Photo gallery: Grand Cypress Resort's North, South, East and New golf courses
- Magnolia Golf Course: History and difficult play meet Disney charm
- Tee it up for less on one of Orlando's top affordable golf courses
- Greg Norman's International Course at ChampionsGate Golf Club is tough enough - and fun enough
- Get your groove back at Orlando's most playable golf courses
- Go low: How to score well on the International Course at ChampionsGate Golf Club
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- Tradition, history and Disney highlight the Orlando golf scene
- Orlando golf luxury: Get the VIP treatment on the area's best high-end courses
- Marriott's Grande Pines Golf Club: A welcome new stamp on Orlando resort golf
- Families can keep up with the Jones at Celebration Golf Club near Orlando
- Waldorf Astoria Orlando at Bonnet Creek: A wealth of luxury, civility
- Photo gallery: Celebration Golf Club near Orlando
- Nature is the star at Disney's Osprey Ridge Golf Course
- Photo gallery: Lake Buena Vista Golf Course at Walt Disney World
- Classic Florida resort golf awaits at Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course
- Harmony Golf Preserve near Orlando: The peaceful, amiable side of Johnny Miller
- Dubsdread Golf Course: Orlando's beloved, historic muni
- Metrowest Golf Club boasts variety, good conditions and friendly service
- Photo gallery: Dubsdread Golf Course
- Renovated Falcon's Fire Golf Club regains place among Orlando's elite
- Mystic Dunes' huge greens and wild slopes will mystify the putter
- The best of Orlando: One golf writer's five favorite area courses
- MetroWest Golf Club: An Orlando classic that's gotten better with age
- Bella Collina: Where opulence and a Nick Faldo design combine for a memorable golf experience
- Photo gallery: Shingle Creek Golf Club
- Long and strong: The best par 5s in Orlando
- Photo gallery: El Campeon Course at Mission Inn Resort & Club: One of Florida's great historic golf escapes
- Waldorf Astoria Golf Club announces new Orlando golf academy
- After Disney and Universal: Where to play golf near Orlando's top theme parks
- Waldorf Astoria Orlando resort launches new affinity program, The Empire Club
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- The Palm golf course at Walt Disney World: A scenic, shot-maker's complement to the brawny Magnolia
- Waldorf Astoria Golf Club bursts on to Orlando golf scene with Rees Jones in charge
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- Photo gallery: Falcon's Fire Golf Club
- Plenty of great golf and much more at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate
- Go low: How to score well at Bay Hill Club & Lodge
- A study in golf contrast: National Course at ChampionsGate Golf Club
- Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club and Lodge better than ever after reconstruction
- Top 5 can't-miss nightlife spots for golfers in Orlando
- Photo gallery: The International Course at ChampionsGate Golf Club
- Photo gallery: Renovation at Bay Hill Club & Lodge
- Purr-fection: Orange County National's Crooked Cat is a "golfer's" golf course
- New management, attitude is giving bargain Hunter's Creek Golf Club a second life
- Shingle Creek Golf Club: A course that gives the word 'fair' new meaning
- Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club & Lodge: Fit for a king
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- Photo gallery: Walt Disney World's golf courses
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- Davenport's Highlands Reserve Golf Club a fun play, reader says
- Orange County National's Tooth Short Course in Orlando gets big honor
- Grande Pines Golf Club: More than the name has changed off "I-Drive"
- Independence course at Reunion Resort has distinctively British feel
- Course review: Greg Norman's International course at ChampionsGate
- Mission Inn Resort & Club's El Campeon Course: Great golf far from the madding crowds of Orlando
- Eagle Dunes Golf Club epitomizes Mike Dasher to the proverbial tee
- Highlands Reserve Golf Club breaks the mold in Davenport
- Sneak preview: Eagle Creek Golf Club has distinctive feel
- Orlando golf courses are raising the bar
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- Bay Hill Club and Lodge: Arnold Palmer welcomes golfers to Orlando
- Feel like a Professional at Arnold Palmer's Bay Hill Club & Lodge
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