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Emerald escapes: Five great golf courses for a quick round near Dublin, Ireland

Just because you're not in Ireland for a golf trip doesn't mean you can't sneak in a round or two. Now that most of the top golf courses on the Emerald Isle rent clubs and offer online tee times, booking a round of golf is just a click away. Read More

Naturally, you must play golf on Florida's Nature Coast

The aptly named "Nature Coast" is a less-traveled region on the upper western coast of the state brimming with almost 400 freshwater springs, dense hardwood forests, marshlands, rolling hills and pristine Gulf of Mexico waters. For golfers, the menu includes some of the state's top layouts.

Bettor Golf: Where to gamble and play around Reno-Lake Tahoe

When summertime temps scorch the Las Vegas area, the best spot to gamble and play golf in the western United States is around Reno-Lake Tahoe. Reno makes up the largest concentration of casinos in the country outside Vegas, while Lake Tahoe boasts a one-of-a-kind backdrop for golf to go with a handful of large properties.

Let there be light: Austin's ShadowGlen Golf Club is back

The town of Manor broke its water contract with ShadowGlen Golf Club during the summer drought of 2011, and the course baked. The city and ShadowGlen reached a settlement in the spring of 2012, so the course reopened March 15. And ShadowGlen is well on its way of regaining its place among the best public golf courses in the Austin area.

Talega Golf Club in Orange County: A beauty and a little bit of a beast

Located in the hills of San Clemente, set above the "Spanish Village by the Sea," Talega Golf Club is a picturesque course in a very pleasant setting. If you like great conditions, generous fairways and nice scenery, then Talega is a good choice. Its bentgrass greens roll true, no two holes are alike and the course features a terrific finishing stretch.

Ten great Houston golf courses for business travelers

Golf and business meetings have gone together since the dawn of the game. Some golf facilities, however, are more conducive to doing business than others. Fortunately for Houstonians and those visiting the Bayou City, there are an abundance of such venues. Mike Bailey offers up 10, which are all open to the public.

Golf Club at South Hampton in St. Augustine: Truly a family affair

The Golf Club at South Hampton had always been a popular track in the northeast Florida area, but now with new owners, better conditioning and a family atmosphere, play is picking up even more. From the time you check in to the starter, everyone seems to know your name. And with wide fairways and only forced carries for the low handicap players, the golf course is pretty friendly as well.

Houston, we have a solution: Affordable golf in the Bayou City

Playing golf in Houston, compared to the rest of the country, is cheap. In fact, when it comes to big markets, you won't find more affordable golf. And here's the kicker: It's a true 12-month season. The average high during the winter months is in the 60s. And while the summer months are little hot and humid, it's nothing you can't handle, especially considering the number of quality affordable courses, which is well more than 100 in the area.

Three courses, 18 holes: Best on-course restaurants in Palm Springs

The modern player has expectations and appetites that go beyond a tee-to-green experience. A stellar meal, a sound deal and the feel of personalized service are just as important to most golfers (especially vacationers) as the condition of a club's greens. To experience the full flavors of a Palm Springs-area golf day (or eve), here are four on-course dining establishments that are highly recommended pairings with your round.

An island green: Bermuda is brimming with great golf

It's a shock that Bermuda isn't an A-list golf destination in the winter. It's an affluent place, one that isn't plagued by the Third-World vibe of some Caribbean destinations. The 1-to-1 exchange on the U.S. dollar and the chance to clear customs on the island before the return flight are major reasons to choose Bermuda first.