Category Archives: Travel

The Magical Healing Power of The Masters

Posted on April 13, 2013 by

Was wondering last weekend what had motivated me to spread 30 bags of mulch with a bad elbow – yep, Masters Week.  Ever notice when commercials come on for “The Masters” how you get a strange sense of well-being, and … Continue reading →

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2013 Travel – Anyone golfed in Alabama?

Posted on January 28, 2013 by

Need some advice on a new golf destination.  I want to book a fall trip on the Robert Trent Jones (RTJ Golf Trail) in Alabama and have read lots of good things about excellent value, great courses, top notch playing … Continue reading →

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Heritage Shores – Course Review

Posted on November 10, 2012 by

Summary I played Heritage Shores on Sunday, November 4, 2012.  The course is part of a new +55 residential community in Bridgeville, DE and is conveniently located on Rt 13, one mile south of the intersection of Rt 404 (main … Continue reading →

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Queenstown Harbor (River) – Course Review

Posted on November 9, 2012 by

Summary On Friday, November 2nd, I made my way down to Queenstown Harbor to play the River course just a few days removed from Hurricane Sandy.  Queenstown is a 36-hole facility with The River being the more upscale play, and … Continue reading →

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2012 Fall Golf Trip Update

Posted on November 5, 2012 by

Just returned from a 3-day golf trip to the Delmarva that almost didn’t happen because of Hurricane Sandy.  The aftermath of the storm left the Delaware and Maryland coastal areas with windy and cold conditions that were less than optimal … Continue reading →

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Fall golf – I’m back!

Posted on October 6, 2012 by

Been effectively out of action for the past two months because of our major home remodeling project but I am back and psyched for my fall season road trip to the eastern shore!  The house looks great and was a … Continue reading →

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Need help with my golf swing! Any takers?

Posted on July 7, 2012 by

I developed a push-cut with my golf swing on my recent Myrtle Beach golf trip.  Here’s two videos of me face on and down the line with the driver (post-trip).  I’m willing to try something new and give the readers … Continue reading →

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Tidewater – Course Review

Posted on July 3, 2012 by

Summary On Thursday, June 21, 2012, our travel group played Tidewater on a scheduled afternoon starting time.  Located in North Myrtle Beach, SC, we found Tidewater to be a rather ordinary course with a dozen almost unforgettable holes mixed in … Continue reading →

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Tiger’s Eye – Course Review

Posted on July 2, 2012 by

Summary My travel group played Tiger’s Eye on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 as an afternoon replay from a morning round at the premium course (Leopard’s Chase) at Ocean Ridge Plantation.  Located in Ocean Isle Beach, NC, if you are playing … Continue reading →

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Leopard’s Chase – Course Review

Posted on June 27, 2012 by

Summary Leopard’s Chase, is considered the premium play for the four Big Cats courses at the Ocean Ridge Plantation located in Sunset Beach, NC.    My travel group played here on Wednesday, June 20, 2012, and the experience was decidedly different … Continue reading →

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Grand Dunes Resort Course – Course Review

Posted on June 25, 2012 by

Summary Grand Dunes Resort Course, located off Rt. 17 in Myrtle Beach, SC is one of the finest golf courses you can play on the Grand Strand.  Our travel group played here on Tuesday, June 19, 2012 and found the … Continue reading →

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2012 Myrtle Beach Trip Report and Golf Improvement Plan

Posted on June 24, 2012 by

Just got back from the golf trip of the decade to Myrtle Beach and have trip details and good news to share. Summary: We enjoyed 11 fabulous rounds over six days in sunny mid-80 degree weather.  With these temperatures, we … Continue reading →

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Golf Improvement Plan – The Big Test

Posted on June 1, 2012 by

It’s June 1 and I’m two weeks out from the final exam for the 2012 Improvement Plan.  Yes, end-stage preparations have begun for the annual pilgrimage to Mecca (Myrtle Beach) and a quick review of my 2012 KPIs vs. 2011 … Continue reading →

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Feeling pressure to tinker with my swing

Posted on May 17, 2012 by

Suffering a short-term hangover from playing in the Jess Carson Foundation charity tournament at Queenstown Harbor last week.  While the team did well and shot 11-under, which was good for 2nd place, I’m starting to feel the urge to do … Continue reading →

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G – minus 137 days to Myrtle Beach!

Posted on February 10, 2012 by

Dateline – February 10, Rockville, MD.  Cabin fever has officially set in and is killing me.  Thoughts of summer golf in Myrtle Beach are exacerbating the symptoms and we just booked our trip from June 17 – 24.   We’re staying … Continue reading →

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My All Time Top Five

Posted on January 26, 2012 by

Let’s try a fun exercise.  Think of the top five lists for all the golf courses you’ve ever played.  Here’s mine, what are yours? Top Five Courses: Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton, Bermuda.  The most scenic, greatest ocean-side course I’ve … Continue reading →

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Eagle’s Landing – Course Review

Posted on October 30, 2011 by

Summary It’s all about the course at Eagle’s Landing in Ocean City, MD.  Located adjacent to the Ocean City airport, Eagles Landing is technically a muni because it’s owned and operated by the city, but the impression of “muni” ends … Continue reading →

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Glen Riddle Man ‘O War – Course Review

Posted on October 29, 2011 by

Summary We played Man ‘O War on Thursday, October 27.  The course is one of two at Glen Riddle Golf Club (War Admiral is the other) managed by the Ruark Golf Properties Company and is part of an upscale daily … Continue reading →

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How do you motivate yourself in the off-season?

Posted on October 26, 2011 by

We’re on the cusp of winter in the DC area and as I prepare for my fall eastern shore golf trip the inevitable sadness is setting in with the realization that the golf season is nearly over.  My typical year … Continue reading →

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Golf trip set – Destination: Maryland Eastern Shore

Posted on October 11, 2011 by

My exciting fall line-up is booked for the last week of October.  First up is a new course for me, Glen Riddle – Man ‘O War which is part of a two course complex just outside Berlin, MD.  Next is … Continue reading →

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