Great Georgia Golf Getaways

The following resorts are the cream-of-the crop for great Georgia golf getaways. We have given you a brief outline of each resort. You can contact any of the resorts by phone or access their web sites for additional information.

CALLAWAY GARDENS in Pine Mountain offers more golf than any other resort in the state. Callaway Gardens has a golf course for every game - from a casual family round to a true test of skill. Four immaculately groomed courses provide everything from nine holes of relaxing sport to 18 holes of true championship challenge. Crystal lakes and lush landscaping surround the 63 well-designed holes, which have been ranked among the best in the nation by Golf Digest and Golf magazine. Sixty-three holes of golf on three 18-hole and one 9-hole course with the anchor course being its famous Mountain Course. Measuring over 7,000 yards, it is a true test of golfing skills. Call 1-800-CALLAWAY for more information. Or access their web site at http://www.callawaygardens.com.

Hole1-4.jpg (41771 bytes)The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort is physical proof of the owners' attention to preservation of its rich legacy of hospitality. A keen sense of place and history is so often expressed by those families who come here, some in their third generation of return visits. A stroll among shells on the beach, a splash in the pool, a toast offered in the warmth of The Delegal Room, a quiet moment on a beach swing. All are moments repeated and enjoyed time and time again here at this very special kingdom by the sea.

Call 1-800-342-0212 for more information. Or access their web site at http://www.kingandprince.com.

EDITOR'S COMMENT: I HAVE STAYED AT THE KING AND PRINCE AND PLAYED THE HAMPTON CLUB. BOTH ARE FIRST RATE FACILITIES AND HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY GOLFER'S DREAM!

Lake Lanier Islands Resort offers visitors a variety of year round activities less than an hour’s drive from the major metropolitan center of Atlanta. The hotel is decorated in contemporary elegance, with nature providing spectacular outdoor scenery, including the famous North Georgia hardwoods and pristine Lake Sidney Lanier. A preferred destination among those seeking sun, fun, golf, affordability and accessibility, the Hilton Lake Lanier Islands Resort is a haven for leisure and group travelers alike.

The focal point of the resort is its 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course. Described by those who have played there and by Golf Magazine as the Pebble Beach of the Southeast, the Lake Lanier Islands Resort's golf facilities include a driving range adjacent to the first tee, and the 19th Hole Club House and Grill. PGA professionals are on staff to provide private and group instruction. Call 1-770-945-8787 for more information. Or access their web site at  http://www.lakelanierislands.com.

Sea Palms Golf & Tennis Resort is one of the most popular Golf & Tennis Getaways on the East Coast. We are the only resort on the Coast of Georgia with on-site golf!

Sea Palms Golf & Tennis Resort is a unique setting with all of our guest rooms and suites having spectacular views of the Marshes of Glynn or our golf course. The Conference Center, Main Course Restaurant, Putter's Club Lounge, swimming pool and Golf Pro Shop are all within a short walking distance from every guest room.

Accept the challenge of our 27 holes of championship golf. The quality of play is matched only by the lush surroundings and island scenery. Let our golf professionals assist in planning a memorable golf tournament or just fine tune your skills.

Sea Palms golf course is comprised of three 9-hole courses! The dynamic Tall Pines and Great Oaks courses are 6700 yard, par 72, site of Georgia PGA and Challenge matches. Sea Palms West course is a beautiful island course ready to test your skills. Call 1-800-841-6268 or 1-912-638-3351 for more information. Or access their web site at http://www.seapalms.com.

Nestled amid a majestic, 1,200-acre pine forest in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the spectacular Renaissance PineIsle Resort is a relaxing, lake-front paradise just 45 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Recognized with the Mobil 4 Star and AAA 4 Diamond awards since 1977, the resort is situated on beautiful Lake Lanier Islands which includes an 18-hole championship golf course and seven tennis courts.

The recently renovated 250 room Renaissance PineIsle Resort is the perfect vacation getaway, with its full complement of exciting recreational activities and uncompromising personal service. For conferences and business meetings, the resort offers unparalleled facilities that have been recognized by Corporate and Incentive Travel magazine's Award of Excellence and Meetings and Conventions Magazine's Gold Key Award and Greens of Distinction Award from Corporate & Incentive Magazine. Call 1-770-945-8921 for more information. Or access their web site at http://www.renaissancehotels.com/ATLSR.

The grand tradition of the Jekyll Island Club Hotel began a century ago, when it was founded as an exclusive retreat for members of America's highest society. Today, where Morgan, Pulitzer, Rockefeller and Vanderbilt once came to relax, discerning visitors may enjoy the same unique combination of natural beauty and elegant architecture, private amenities and personal service.

The island features 63 holes of challenging golf on 3, par 72 eighteen hole courses and one 9 hole course. There are 9 tennis courts - one indoor and five lighted. The heated outdoor swimming pool is next to the Clubhouse, while Surfside Beach Club, on the Atlantic Ocean, is three quarters of a mile away. Complimentary transportation is provided for guests throughout the island. In addition, the hotel offers a regulation size croquet lawn, bicycle rentals year-round and children's programs during our summer months.

Jekyll Island is environmentally protected. There are ten miles of beach, twenty miles of bicycling and jogging trails, historic tours, and Summer Waves, a water fun park. Nearby are additional golf courses, horseback riding, carriage tours, boating, deep sea and inshore fishing and miniature golf.

Amenities on the Island include one 9 hole and three 18 hole golf courses, putt putt golf and seasonal activities such as jet skis, historic tours, deep sea or inshore fishing and dolphin watch tours. Call 1-912-635-2600 for more information. Or access their web site at http://www.jekyllclub.com.

In France, weary travelers look forward to stopping at a country inn, knowing that a cozy fire, a comfortable room, friendly faces and a warm welcome await them.

Now you and your group can experience that same ambiance at the Inn at Château Élan. The Inn's charm can be attributed not only to its architectural authenticity but also to our approachable and enthusiastic service-oriented staff. The exterior design, with its pitch roof, wrought-iron detail and cornice moldings, captures the feeling of a French country estate.

You'll find more warm touches inside. In the lobby and throughout the elegant guest rooms, a pastel color scheme, window shutters and country French furnishings enrich the look. The Inn offers 277 deluxe guest rooms, including 20 suites and 17 ADA accessible rooms, four hospitality suites and a 2,000 square foot presidential suite. Each room features a luxurious bath with oversized tub and separate shower. Modem-accessible telephones, voice mail, a large desk and ample closet space lend a functional note.

The Inn at Château Élan is the recipient of the prestigious Mobil Travel Guide Four-Star Award for 1996, 1997 and 1998. Come enjoy the ambiance of a French country inn. We call it "comfortable elegance."

Call 1-800-233-WINE (9463) or 1-770-932-0900 for more information. Or access their web site at http://www.chateauelan.com.