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Airline Lingo and Air Travel Definitions  You are here: About > Travel > Air Travel > Advice and Tips > Airline Lingo and Air Travel Definitions Travel Air Travel Essentials Save money on airfare Airline Seat Maps Airlines - details and phone numbers Frequent Flyer 411 Info about the 30 Busiest Airports Articles & Resources Book your trip Shopping & gift giving Airlines big/small/budget Airport Info/Shop/Stay/Play Travel Docs and Mileage Seat maps and Inflight Advice and Tips In the news + Travel Tools Safety / Security Job search and training Info/History Buffs Skydive, glide and more Destinations and Events Humor and fun Service Issues Buyer's Guide Luggage Digital SLR Cameras Children's books Portable DVD Players MP3 Players Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Air Travel newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Air Travel Stay up to date! Email to a friend Print this page Most Popular Airline Phone Numbers Family emergencies - bereav... Paramount Airways Frequent Flyer - Air Tran Sun Country Airlines What's Hot Frequent Flyer - Singapore Jet2 Saving time checking in for... bmi baby Essential Philippines Related Topics Business Travel Budget Travel Hotels / Resorts / Inns The Language of Air Travel Defined - Main Page From Arlene Fleming , Your Guide to Air Travel . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! There is a different way of talking and writing in the air travel industry. The Air Travel Glossary takes those cryptic acronyms and airline-speak --- and defines them! Your Air Travel Guide wants to help make air travel lingo make sense. This list of airline industry terms and definitions is fairly comprehensive - if there are terms or odd looking acronyms that are not addressed here please let me know. In the meantime, take a look at the definitions for all things related to air travel! DEFINITIONS A - Bul Bu - Exc Ext - Int Inv - Off On - Sh St - Zu        Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2005 About, Inc., A part of the New York Times Company . All rights reserved. Around About New Video iPod - Review POLL: Must-Have Gadgets VIDEO: Portable Gaming VIDEO: Choosing a TV Hugh Hefner's Life What's Hot Frequent Flyer - Singapore Jet2 Saving time checking in for... bmi baby Essential Philippines

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Florida Family Vacations - ideas for best Florida family vacations  You are here: About > Travel > Travel with Kids > More Beach Vacations > Florida Family Vacations - ideas for best Florida family vacations Travel Travel with Kids Essentials Family Vacation Ideas Winter and Spring Break All-Inclusive Resorts Ten Latest Family Travel Deals Family Resorts: top places; photos Articles & Resources Family Travel: What's Hot Top Vacation Spots VT, ME, NH, CT, MA, NY, PA Mexico Family Vacations Caribbean Vacations More Beach Vacations Florida Family Vacations Resorts with Water Park More Family Resorts Fun Places for Kids Disney Vacations Family Cruises Babies;Teens;Single Parents Lots More Destinations Family Travel TIPS, GAMES Buyer's Guide TAKE ALONG: Christmas books Christmas flicks Activity Kits more CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Travel with Kids newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Travel with Kids Florida Family Vacations Florida is a magnet for families, with its double whammy of theme parks and popular beaches; but beyond the best-known spots, other great Florida family vacations await. Below are a number of ideas and reviews (moving roughly clockwise around the state). Florida Family Vacations: Amelia Island Amelia Island --in the northeast near Jacksonville-- has lovelybeaches, a historic fort complete with actors who play period characters, aquaint town with historic sections, delicious sea-food, and two fineresorts that welcome families. The AmeliaIsland Plantation covers 1350 acres, has Kids' Camps for several ages, a daily "family -play" time with poolside activities. More Florida Family Vacations Top 10 Things to do in Orlando Top Tips for Visiting Walt Disney World Florida Resorts Florida Family Vacations overview Florida Vacations deals: Orlando Islands of Adventure - Universal Orlando -fun theme park The Ritz-Carleton hasa kids' program, fine dining, kiddie pool, indoor pool, and lovely beach where shallow lagoons are great for tots. Both properties have golf, fitness centers, etc. The Ritz makes a special point of celebrating holidays such as Thanksgiving, and July 4th. Space Coast 45 minutes from Orlando is 72 miles of shore known as Florida's Space Coast : the place where the moon launches blasted away from earth, and site of the shuttle launches today. Big draw here is the Kennedy Space Center , and beautiful beaches. Less known are the eco-tours: this area has saltwater estuaries, marshes, and 250 sq. miles of wildlife refuges. Orlando/CentralFlorida Family Vacations Top 10 Things to Do in Orlando How much more fun can one city take? Here's our picks for fun in Orlando, from character meals to Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon, Seuss Landing to Sea-World's elite sister, Discovery Cove (a Caribbean experience in the middle of Florida.) Thinkingof visiting the mecca of family holidays, Walt Disney World?? Have a look at BeforeYou Book Lodgings first. See also WaltDisney World Resorts :Five top picks, from the luxury at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge (right), to the budget-lovers' favorite, All Star Sports Resort. Top Tips for Visiting Walt Disney World South Florida Family Vacations Club Med: Sandpiper A rare a ll-inclusive within the US, this Club Med is on the St. Lucie River, two hours from Miami or Orlandoairports, one hour from West Palm Beach. Club Med Sandpiper has a great ambiance and outstanding kids programs: a Baby Club with separate groups for different ages and stages, and excellent clubs for older kids also. Activities include waterskiing, wakeboarding, trapeze, inline skating, golf. Guests can also take optional excursions to Walt Disney World, Kennedy Space Center, etc. Sonesta Key Biscayne Beach Afamily-friendly resort at Key Biscayne, right on Miami's doorstep . Miamioffers lots of fun with kids. CheecaLodge and Spa I n the Florida Keys, Cheeca offers: snorkeling overNorth America's only natural coral reef; "snuba", a wayto dive 20 feet down without scuba gear, ok for kids as young as eight; saltwater lagoon stockedwith fish Camp Cheeca for ages 6-12, is "an award-winningmarine education/environmental awareness program". FlamingoLodge: Everglades National Park The place to stay, if you're visiting the Everglades: the only resort inthis wonderful National Park is unpretentious but comfortable, with screened-inpool and barbeque, and nearby family-friendly restaurants. Close to manyactivities. Read more about visiting the Everglades. SanibelIsland Off the west coast and near the bottom of the Florida peninsula are Sanibel Island and Captiva Island: two beautiful islands for nature lovers.No beach pollution; visitors find miles and miles of beachesperfect for kids because of the gentle waves and shallow shoreline. The islands arefamous for shelling, too. For families, the SanibelHarbor Resort and Spa is a top-rated 80-acre oceanfront resort thatoverlooks Sanibel and Captiva islands; it's noted for a Victorian style with big verandas and wicker rockers on the porch. Kids Club for ages 5-12. The Sanibel Inn has 8 acres of tropical garden, free educational activities for all ages(such as Shell Safari, or Dolphin Watch), and "nature-themed discoveryprograms" for children ages 3-12. Read more about Sanibel Island and other places to stay. South Seas Resort, Captiva Island "Paddle a kayak into a mangrove forest in search of sea turtles and hawks". Rent a boat; bike, jog; at the beach, have fun with body boards, banana boats, inner tubes. Go fishing. Rent a Hobie, or a canoe; try parasailing. Such is the life at the South Seas, which has Fun Factory kids' programs, and teen and family activities. Florida Family Vacations:Tampa Bay Area St. Pete / Clearwater Beach Dubbed "Orlando's Beach", this affordable west coast area two hours from Orlando has nature outings, cultural gems, and miles of top-rated beaches. Read about local attractions such as the (free) Seacoast Seabird Sanctuary; fun outings such as dolphin-spotting, shelling, and Captain Memo's Pirate Cruise; and three resorts that welcome families: The Radisson Sand Key an all-suite resort near Sand Key Park, Clearwater Beach. the Sheraton Sand Key - right on Sand Key Beach, where sea turtles nest the TradeWinds Island Resorts on St. Pete Beach. The family-friendly TradeWinds Grand has a giant inflatable slide and meandering little river you can navigate in a paddleboat. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay This 335-acre theme park has four thrill-ride roller coasters, three water-rides, lovely landscaped grounds, attractive African theming, and opportunities to view elephants, rhinos, giraffes, etc. A fun, pretty park that's manageable to do in one day. Swim with Manatees: Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge 75 miles north of St. Petersburg is one of the best places to see-- and even swim with-- these large gentle creatures in a natural habitat. (November to May are the best months.) More West Coast ColonyBeach Resort Thisisland resort on Longboat Key is just off the coast of Sarasota (central westcoast), south of the Tampa Bay area. (You can drive right to the property.)Children's programs, for ages 3-6 and 6-12; teen programs; tennis; lots of watersports. Bluewater Bay Resort, Niceville, Florida Locatedon the "Emerald Coast" in Northwest Florida, and voted "One of America's Top 10 Family Resorts" by Family Circle. 36 holes of golf, marine, biking and hiking trails, 4 pools, playgrounds. Northwest Florida Vacations Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort This giant 2400-acre resort has a beach side on the Emerald Coast (Gulf of Mexico) and also a bay side, with many activities: kids' sailing, kids' tennis, kayaking, putting course, Jolee Island Nature Park with pirate-ship playground, and a Kidzone with programs for ages 4-6 and 7-12. Watersports include body-surfing and Boogie boards (complimentary). Kids might also enjoy the Junior Golf Academy, with excellent instructors. Best way to get around this huge giant resort is on bikes. The centre of gravity of this huge resort is the picture-perfect Village of Baytowne Wharf. Read a review of Sandestin at TWKids, and see many photos too. Wakulla Spring In a state park in the "Panhandle" near Tallahassee is one of the largest and deepest freshwater springs in the world. Swim or snorkel in the natural pool above the spring; see alligators on a river boat tour; or do a glassbottom boat ride; dine and/or stay at a historic lodge; take nature hikes. And from About's Guide for Florida for Visitors, covering the whole state: Florida Summer Fun from A to Z 26 suggestions, from Astronaut Encounters to Zip Up Your Saddlebags (- horsey fun in Ocala.) You'll be surprised at the variety. From Teresa Plowright , Your Guide to Travel with Kids . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Advertisement Most Popular Charades -How To Play Charades Family Vacation Spots The Atlantis Resort Great Places to See Santa Disney Christmas Magic Kingdom What's Hot Grand Floridian Chinese New Year - 2006 Poconos Great Wolf Lodge photo Dog Friendly Hotels, inns, lodges -- find dog-friendly vacat... 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Golf Guide to Palm Springs California - PalmSprings.com Golf Lessons / Free Clinics "Learn from a PGA Pro!" Large Groups / Tournaments "Book yours with the Pros!" Meeting Planner Guide "At NO COST to you!" Cathedral Canyon Country Club 34-567 Cathedral Canyon Drive Cathedral City, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 27 Regulation Holes Lake/Mountain: Men- 72/117; Ladies- 72/127 Mountain/Resort: Men- 72/111; Ladies- 72/124 Resort/Lake: Men- 70/110; Ladies- 70/124 Designed by David Rainville, the Cathedral Canyon Country Club offers three nine hole courses that are played in three eighteen hole combinations. The greens are slightly sloped, but considered by locals as among the best in the area. The fairways vary in width, and you can see most of the greens from off the tee boxes. Flat to moderately rolling, medium-wide nonparallel fairways. Strategically positioned bunkers and over 20 lakes. Cimarron Golf Resort 67-603 30th Avenue Cathedral City, CA 92234 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information Opened: January 2000 Architect: John Fought Cimarrn Golf Resort is an upscale 36-hole golf facility located in the famous desert community of Palm Springs. Cimarrn features two championship layouts (The Long Course and The Short Course) highlighted by creative contours, brilliant white steep-faced bunkers and impeccable playing conditions. Desert Dunes Golf Club 18550 Palm Drive North Desert Hot Springs, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/124, Ladies- 72/122 Architect: Robert Trent Jones Jr. The first desert course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Voted as one of the best public courses in Southern California. Laid out among large dunes and mature desert trees. Has a unique Scottish links flavor. The par-3 fifth hole requires a long tee shot over a desert setting with a mesquite backdrop. Bent grass greens. Desert Falls Country Club 1111 Desert Falls Parkway Palm Desert, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation Men- 72/121; Ladies- 72/124 Architect: Ronald Fream A links-type course that is surprisingly hilly for the desert. Heavily trapped. Very large, multilevel greens. Water a major factor on seven holes. Five sets of tees. A fair and demanding course. This course has served as a Stage I PGA Tour qualifying site. In November1992, it hosted Don Drysdale's PGA Senior Tour charity event. Bent greens. Desert Princess Country Club 28-555 Landau Blvd. Cathedral City, California 92234 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation Men- 72/121; Ladies- 72/126 Architect: David Rainville Very wide fairways. Course is mostly flat. Four sets of tees. Large lakes come into play on 10 holes. Greens are large, some are two-level a good, well-maintained resort course. The well-bunkered greens and bent grass make this course a challenge. Desert Willow Golf Resort Located on Desert Willow Drive off of Country Club ( between Cook Street and Portola Avenue) Palm Desert, California 92260 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information Firecliff Course : Men- 72/132; Ladies- 72/128 Mountain View Course : Men- 72/126; Ladies- 72/128 Architect: Michael Hurzdan and Dana Frye with PGA Professional John Cook Designed by Michael Hurdzan, Dana Frye and John Cook with large lakes, desert wasteland and bunkers throughout. The water and rock features, and large desert landscaping highlight both courses. These courses will test your skills, keep you honest and keep you coming back for more! Escena Golf Club 1000 North Gene Autry Trail Palm Springs, California 92264 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information Architect: Nicklaus Design Formerly the Palm Springs Classic, the Escena Golf Club epitomizes the revitalization and repositioning of Palm Springs as a cosmopolitan desert retreat. Taking its cue from all that is the new Palm Springs, Escena Golf Club provides a complimentary sense of place through its own defining architecture that will be sophisticated, unique, urbane and eclectic! Heritage Palms Golf Club 44-291 Heritage Palms Drive South Indio, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation , Men- 72/119; Ladies- 72/107 Architect: Arthur Hills Very golfer friendly, yet extremely challenging for all levels of golfers. Wide rolling fairways, making for good tee shots. There are four large lakes, and plenty of greenside bunkers. Indian Canyon Golf Resort 1097 Murray Canyon Drive Palm Springs, CA 92264 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information Designed by Casey O' Callaghan The par 72, 6,550 yard championship course has four large lakes which come into play on six of the holes, but the most extraordinary feature are the 5 five par holes. The lush course with rolling mounds and fairways has more than 850 palm trees, including some 500 Washingtonia filifera palm trees native to the Agua Caliente Tribe and an important tree in the history of the Tribe. Indian Palms Country Club (formerly The President's Club) 48-630 Monroe Street Indio, California 92201 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 27 Regulation, Men- 72/131; Ladies- 72/120 Architect: Jackie Cochran/Helen Dettweiler Older part of the course has wide fairways and large trees. Newer part has narrower fairways and the rough quickly becomes desert. Water on 15 of the 27 holes. Elevated greens. Terrain varies from quite rolling to flat. This challenging layout is where President Dwight D. Eisenower wrote his memoirs, celebrating his birthday annually at the resort. Bermuda greens. Indian Springs Country Club 46-080 Jefferson Street La Quinta, CA 92253 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 71/109; Ladies- 74/114 Neil Finch, PGA GM/Director of Golf Indian Springs is a great course for the high-handicap golfer and very respectable for the low-handicapper as well when played from the back tees. The course features medium to wide fairways, mostly flat except near the desert wash which comes into play on numerous holes. Indian Wells Golf Resort - East Course 44-500 Indian Wells Lane Indian Wells, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 36 Regulation, Men- 72/117, Ladies- 72/113 Architect: Ted Robinson Rolling fairways, beautiful greens in a natural desert setting. Many parallel fairways, but plenty of mounding to seperate them. It features undulating fairways, heavy bunkering, several water hazards and Bermuda greens. Indian Wells Golf Resort - West Course 44-500 Indian Wells Lane Indian Wells, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/115, Ladies- 72/111 Architect: Ted Robinson Rolling fairways, beautiful greens in a natural desert setting. Many parallel fairways, but plenty of mounding to seperate them. It features undulating fairways, heavy bunkering, several water hazards and Bermuda greens. Landmark Golf Club 84-000 Landmark Parkway Indio, California 92203 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 36 Regulation North Course: Men- 68.5/121, Ladies- 69.7/124 South Course: Men- 68.9/123, Ladies- 70.9/128 Architect: Lee Schimdt / Brian Curley Landmark Golf Club located in Indio, California, is a 36-hole, desert oasis of two challenging and picturesque, championship golf courses set amid hundreds of acres of natural terrain. Created for professional golf events by the vision of PGA TOUR professionals to promote the spirit and competition of the game of golf, Landmark Golf Club is situated in the foothills of the lndio Hills. La Quinta Resort - Dunes Course 46-080 Jefferson Street La Quinta, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/114; Ladies- 72/124 Architect: Pete Dye The Dunes course has held both the California State Open and PGA Tour Qualifying School. Designed by Pete Dye, it provides a relaxing round of golf with spectacular views of the surrounding mountain and desert landscapes. Well bunkered with railroad ties and lots of water. The PGA of America rated 414 yard par-4 17th one of the country's toughest holes. Golf Magazine rates La Quinta's courses a silver medalist. La Quinta Resort - Mountain Course 46-080 Jefferson Street La Quinta, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/113; Ladies- 72/120 Architect: Pete Dye The Dunes course has held both the California State Open and PGA Tour Qualifying School. Designed by Pete Dye, it provides a relaxing round of golf with spectacular views of the surrounding mountain and desert landscapes. Well bunkered with railroad ties and lots of water. The PGA of America rated 414 yard par-4 17th one of the country's toughest holes. Golf Magazine rates La Quinta's courses a silver medalist. Marriott Desert Springs 74-855 Country Club Drive Palm Desert, CA 92260 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 27 Regulation, Men- 72/116; Ladies- 72/124 Architect: Ted Robinson The Marriotts Desert Springs Valley and Palm golf courses also offer fantastic views of their surroundings in the Coachella Valley of southern California. The par-72, 6,627-yard Valley Course rewards players with striking scenes of the Santa Rosa Mountains, while the par-72, 6,761-yard Palm Golf Course offers views of the desert as well as the resort itself. Mesquite Country Club 2700 Mesquite Avenue Palm Springs, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/111; Ladies- 72/118 Architect: Bert Stamps Moderately rolling with mature trees and spectacular views of the mountains. It is well bunkered, with eight small lakes and many palm trees. The course plays over and along a streambed, so it is much tougher when the water flows. Mesquite has hosted several local PGA and Golden State Tour events. Bermuda greens. Mission Hills - Gary Player Signature 70-705 Ramon Road Rancho Mirage, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/111; Ladies- 72/118 Architect: Gary Player First Gary Player course in the desert. Rolling with many bunkers and lakes. Millions were spent landscaping this impressive layout. Golf Magazine voted it one of the top ten new resort courses. Mission Hills Resort - Pete Dye Course 71-501 Dinah Shore Drive Rancho Mirage, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/117; Ladies- 72/107 Architect: Pete Dye Pete Dye Opened in 1987, the Resort course has hosted the California State Open, Senior PGA, LPGA, and Nike Tour Qualifying Schools. Pete Dye's trademark railroad ties and pot bunkers are evident from the first tee to the 18th green. Mountain Vista Golf Club 38180 Del Webb Blvd Palm Desert, CA 92260 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 36 Regulation Santa Rosa Men- 72/119; Ladies- 72/116 San Gorgonio Men- 72/123; Ladies- 72/108 Architect: Greg Nash & Billy Casper The Mountain Vista Golf Course is a Par 72, championship golf course comprised of two 18-hole courses. Landscape features include more than 20 lakes, waterfalls, hundreds of palm trees and views of threesurrounding mountain ranges. The course was designed by architect Greg Nash and PGA Hall of Fame member Billy Casper. Oak Valley Golf Club 1888 Golf Club Drive Beaumont, CA 92223 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation Being a site for the PGA Tour Stage Two Qualifying Tournament, this par 72 Landmark Signature Design is filled with challenges to test players of all skill levels. Multiple teeing grounds that stretch the course from 5350 to 7003 yards, well-manicured bunkers, native grass areas and a touch of water provide stunning highlights to its beauty and splendor. Palm Desert Resort Country Club 77-333 Country Club Drive Palm Desert, CA 92211 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation Set against spectacular panoramic views of the Santa Rose and San Jacinto Mountains, the Palm Desert Resort Country Club is delight for any golfer. The par 72, championship golf course enjoys the splendor of mature trees and lush landscaping. The unique design features spacious fairways and newly replaced, enlarged greens. PGA West - Greg Norman 56-150 PGA Boulevard La Quinta, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/124; Ladies- 72/116 Architect: Greg Norman The stunning PGA West Greg Norman Course lies in a seabed 40-feet below sea level surrounded by an immense crescent of terra-cotta mountains. The course teems with purple, white and yellow wildflowers, while the mix of tall and short native grasses produce different shades of green running almost to silver. The demands of this course are a challenge for players of all levels. PGA West - Jack Nicklaus 56-150 PGA Boulevard La Quinta, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/124; Ladies- 72/116 Architect: Jack Nicklaus Has hosted the Grand Slam of Golf Wendy's Tree Tour Challenge and is home to the PGA 's Tour Qualifying School. It features contoured fairways, undulating greens and deep sand bunkers. A tamer version of the Stadium Course. Elevated ties, forced carries over water and huge, multi-tiered greens are the Jack Nicklaus trademark. Bent greens. PGA West - TPC Stadium Course 56-150 PGA Blvd. La Quinta, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/132; Ladies- 72/124 Architect: Pete Dye The original home of the Skins Game, this Pete Dye designed, world famous course has been viewed by millions on TV. The ultimate challenge awaits you at this "see it to believe it " golf course. Packed with pot bunkers, sand, water and sidehill lies. One of the course highlights is a 19-foot-deep, greenside bunker that flanks the par-5 16th hole. The TPC is considered one of the 100 greatest courses in the world. bent greens . Rancho Mirage Country Club 38-500 Bob Hope Drive Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 67.7/111; Ladies- 70.6/119 Architect: Harold Heers One of the best kept secrets in the desert, the Rancho Mirage Country Club features a rolling course, narrow fairways and small greens. There are wonderful views of the San Jacinto and Santa Rosa mountains. Water comes into play on nine holes. Higher handicappers will enjoy the forgiving fairways, while better players are challenged from the blue tees. Bermuda greens. Shadow Ridge Golf Course 9002 Shadow Ridge Road Rancho Mirage, CA 92260 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 71.4/128; Ladies- 69.6/119 Architect: Nick Faldo (his first design on the West Coast) Set against the stunning backdrop of the snow-capped Santa Rosa Mountains, Nick Faldo's vast international experience and passion for strategic design and detail are clearly in evidence at the Shadow Ridge Golf Course. Faldo, winner of six Major championships and the all time leading Ryder Cup point scorer has focused his passion on his first design in the United States. According to Faldo, Shadow Ridge draws inspiration from the great sand-belt courses of Australia. SilverRock Resort 79179 Ahmanson Lane La Quinta, CA 92253 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72.0/130; Ladies- 71.06/125 Architect: Arnold Palmer. SilverRock Resort is a challenging 7,753 yards sprawling over 200 acres with massive native bunkers and stunning water features set against the backdrop and natural beauty of the Santa Rosa Mountains. So impressive and uniquely long is the course (hole #12 is a 658 yard par 6), that it has already been chosen by the PGA Tour as the future home of the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. Tahquitz Creek Golf Course - Legend 1885 Golf Club Drive Palm Springs, California 92264 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 36 Regulation, Men- 69.5/116; Ladies- 72.6/120 Architect: Billy Bell, Sr. Originally designed by Billy Bell, this course has been renovated to Arnold Palmer standards, including the addition of over 40 bunkers. The picturesque mountain views will enhance any round as you play this mature course which makes it's way through many tree lined fairways. With over 60 bunkers and deceptively undulated greens, this legend of a course will often sneak up and grab you . Tahquitz Creek Golf Course - Resort 1885 Golf Club Drive Palm Springs, California 92264 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 36 Regulation, Men- 71.4/128; Ladies- 69.6/119 Architect: Ted Robinson The course is a links style desert layout and is a challenge to players of all abilities. Its unique design brings together a natural desert beauty as well as a odern architectural design. The mountain views along with the rolling terrain, well placed bunkers, and wonderful water scapes, leave a lasting impression on all who visit this fabulous course. Triology Golf Club at La Quinta 60-151 Trilogy Parkway La Quinta, California Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72.7/127; Ladies- 71.6/120 Architect: Gary Panks Trilogy Golf Club at La Quinta, located at the base of the Santa Rosa Mountains in La Quinta, California, is a daily fee 18-hole championship golf course designed by golf course architect Gary Panks. The course design lends itself to the natural terrain and vista views overlooking the Coachella Valley. At just under 6,900 yards from the championship tees, the course offers challenge and enjoyment for all skill levels. Woodhaven Country Club 41-555 Woodhaven Drive East Palm Desert, CA 92211 Tee Time Reservations: 1.866.465.3914 Click Here For Rates & Course Information 18 Regulation, Men- 72/111 Ladies- 72/116 Architect: Harold Heers, Jr. Woodhaven is a private country club that is considered one of the best hidden gems of the desert. 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