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With five top notch courses, Pacific Links International builds a golf empire on Oahu

Pacific Links International has purchased five golf courses on Oahu within the past three years -- Royal Hawaiian Golf Club, Kapolei, Olomana Golf Links and the West and East Courses at Makaha Valley Country Club. The Canadian company, formed in 2009, is also finalizing the purchase of the two Ka'anapali courses on Maui and continues shopping for more. Read More

The hills are alive at Black Gold Golf Club in Yorba Linda

The greens of Black Gold Golf Club have replaced the oil fields of yesteryear, but this excellent daily-fee course still pays homage to an industry that once produced wealth here. But for golfers, what's really golden is in the fairways. Find the short grass off the tee, and you have a chance to claim your reward. No doubt, Black Gold is one of the better public options in the Orange County area.

Your Hawaiian 'Place of joy': JW Marriott Ihilani Ko Olina Resort & Spa on Oahu

Whether you're combing the beach or lounging in the lobby, there's always something to see at the JW Marriott Ihilani Ko Olina Resort & Spa on Oahu. Recent renovations have the AAA Four Diamond resort sparkling. And playing a round at Ko Olina Golf Club, a regular LPGA Tour host, is pretty amazing, too.

Get blown away at Hawaii Prince Golf Club on Oahu

Enjoying the 27-hole Hawaii Prince Golf Club on Oahu is as simple as A-B-C. Each of the three nines -- named A, B and C -- are wonderfully playable and well conditioned. The sun shines on this leeward side of the island almost constantly, serving up perfect tropical weather for those mainlanders who come to escape their snow-bound homes. And it's one of the rare courses that's popular with locals and tourists, mainly because it's affordable and fun to play.

Emerald Coast of Florida draws the big names of golf course design

Known as the Emerald Coast, the Destin/Panama City area, might be one of the most underrated golf regions in the state of Florida. Anyone who visits knows, however, that the natural scenery, with its pure white-sandy beaches and emerald blue water, provides one of the most scenic vacation backdrops in the country. What follows is a sampling of the works from some of the biggest names in golf course design.

Sunny side up: Seven days of desert golf in Palm Springs

Home to nearly 125 golf courses, Palm Springs and the Coachella Valley offer no shortage of options for players seeking variety in setting and challenge. If you have the legs for seven consecutive days of golf, Judd Spicer has the perfect golf vacation itinerary for you.

Delaware Springs Golf Course in Burnet: A big-time muni in a small Texas Hill Country town

Burnet may be a small, Hill Country town, but that doesn't mean its municipal golf course, Delaware Springs Golf Course, can't be a big-time central-Texas attraction. With a layout stretching more than 6,900 yards and through scenic Burnet countryside, it's a round that is as satisfying as Hill Country golf can offer for the money.

Snowbirds can thaw out on Orlando's most player friendly golf courses

The Orlando area can satisfy the desires of all golfers, especially snowbirds or vacationers escaping their winters or hectic schedules. Leigh MacKay offers up some golf courses that are extremely playable, perfect for vacationers coming off a long winter break. What's more, these courses offer superior layouts, conditioning, service and amenities.

Swing with Air: Join MJ and friends at the 12th annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational in Las Vegas

Michael Jordan's coming to Las Vegas to play a little golf and he's bringing a few friends. We're talking about the 12th annual Michael Jordan Celebrity Invitational. Over the yeas the field has included Wayne Gretzky, Sugar Ray Leonard, Greg Maddux, Cuba Gooding Jr., Jessica Alba and many others. It's a chance to see the NBA legend and other stars, but once you watch MJ and company hit a few shots, you're going to want to hit a few of your own. Here's where to play.

Perfect fit in paradise: Which golf resort on Oahu is right for you

Variety defines the three golf resorts on Oahu, Hawaii. Turtle Bay Resort, Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and the JW Marriott Ihilani Ko Olina Resort & Spa are all located in completely different environments. All three deliver completely different experiences. Golfers will love all three, but who you're traveling with might make all the difference in the world on the trip.