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Bermuda Golf Courses - beyond golfing
Most of the Bermuda Golf courses are designed by some of the greatest architects. Guess who? If you are familiar with the names, here are some names you will love to hear: Robert Trent Jones, Charles Banks, Charles Blair Mcdonald are some of them.
While golf in Bermuda is played round the year and the flowing ocean breeze will always keep things within comfortable limits, Bermuda golf courses may sometimes get crowded during the summer time (April through October). This is the time when most tourists arrive at the island. So finding Tee time may not be all that easy. But during winter, the weather is simply excellent here and finding tee time is also relatively easy.
Also you need to keep one thing in mind, unlike in many other countries, you can not just walk into a Bermuda golf course, pay and play golf.
However, many of the hotels have corporate memberships and can introduce limited number of their guests. And therefore, during winter time it becomes that much easier for you to get tee times. Cruise ships also make arrangements for golfing as part of their excursion packages.
And for the Government owned Bermuda Golf courses, you can call them up and make a reservation. Here is the number to call: 441/234 4653.
Is golfing in Bermuda expensive?
Well it certainly used to be so once. In fact, it's more expensive compared to USA or parts of Europe. Few years back, I had paid up some 250$ to play golf for a day. But the pricing have been revised with economic challenges coming in. These days you can play a round of 18-hole golf in Ocean View Golf Club at $89 with a cart and at Fairmont Southampton for $59 (additional $17 for a cart). Port Royal Golf Club charges $180 including a cart.
Keep in mind that Bermuda golfing is formal. That means you need to wear collared shirts. Shorts in most cases need to be of Bermuda length, that is up to your knee.
Bermuda Golf Course - Fairmont Southampton
George Bush, John Kennedy, Richard Nixon, Jimmy Carter, Winston Churchill .... I guess enough for you to say wow! One more thing... you need to seriously factor in the unpredictable Atlantic breeze, if you are playing golf in Bermuda.
Golf's most apex event, the PGA Grand Slam of Golf where the winners of the year's four major golf championships compete to become the 'Champion of Champions', is held in Bermuda. Check PGA Grand Slam to know all about this event.
Now, the spectacular Bermuda golf courses. I have arranged them by zones.
Bermuda golf courses at the western side
This golf course, part of the hotel Fairmont Southampton complex, offers excellent marine and landscape views. This is a fairly challenging course with water hazards. The complex includes a pro shop, tennis courts, bar & restaurants.
This Bermuda golf course is known for its spectacular ocean views, the lush greenery and ocean side cliffs. The course includes on-site dining options and a pro shop.
Some of the holes of this Bermuda golf course are so close to the ocean that it imposes fair amount of challenges. In fact, they say that the first hole is the toughest in the whole of Bermuda. You get a pro shop and dining option here as well.
This golf course has undergone a full renovation in the recent past. The course has now become much faster with use of Tiff-Eagle greens and also more attractive with lakes separated by a waterfall. The excellent ocean views and tropical landscaping also add to the new course's appeal. There is a pro shop and a snack bar and restaurant in the complex.
Bermuda golf courses at the central area
So you can easily guess why is this Bermuda golf course called Ocean View. Yes, there are quite a few tees that are elevated and you get a spectacular view of the ocean from there. This 9 hole course has a driving range and is ideal for a quick game.
Bermuda golf courses at the Eastern side
St George Golf course in Bermuda is located on a picturesque setting. It's a 18 hole golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones.
This Bermuda golf course is ranked by the experts as one of the best in the world. Other than fantastic views, this course is accompanied by guest rooms, full-service clubhouse, tennis courts and beaches.
The holes and the entire greens have been redesigned. The course has dramatic views and re-contoured fairways and bunkers. It now has new practice facility, a driving range, practice putting green and short game area. All greens have been rebuilt with Tiff-Eagle to make the course much faster and better.
Take a look at this map to know the Bermuda parish locations. You will get an idea where your favorite golf course is located in the island: Bermuda Parishes Map
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