November 23, 2007
Creative Golf Vacations in Paradise Philippines
Love golf but want a golf vacation that is fresh and fun? Look no further! Here are several ideas that will make you happy. Golf Schools Want to tighten your backstroke, add some power to your swing, and relax in luxury you may want to book your vacation at a golf school resort. You will want to make sure that the resort offers top-of-the-line golf instructors.
If you plan to take a vacation in the islands of Paradise Philippines then you should what options you have and whether these options are ideal for and are what you actullay need. So here is a short list of some interesting Golf clubs that are scattered throught the islands.

ANGELES CITY
Mimosa Golf & Country Club
Holes: 18
Yardage: 6793
Par: 72
In the shadows of Mount Pinatubo exists this little known course in peak condition with an excellent back drop of mountains and the central plains of Luzon. It's locatedon the ex-American Clark Air Base and features a difficult 6th hole with a dogleg to the left. Formerly called Clark Golf Club this has now been opened to the public.
BAGUIO CITY
Baguio Country Club
Holes: 18
Yardage: 4156
Par: 61
At 5,000 feet above sea-level this course offers scenic views, undulating fairways and short par 4s. This is a Private club, but if you are lucky enough to know a member, then an invitation from them would be most welcome as this is indeed a unique course played on the mountain tops and very challenging for those who have never played a mountain course
CEBU
Cebu International Golf and Resort
Holes: 18
Yardage: 6621/5974/5132
Par: 72/72/72
A Semi-private club consisting of three excellent golf courses, ideal for different types of people. This club in the center of the islands of Paradise Philippines makes for a very intereting golfing experience, just don't forget to bring your swimsuit as you may want to take to the beach after a good round.
DAVAO
Apo Golf & Country Club
Holes: 18
Yardage: 6787
Par: 72
This golf course was established in 1965 and located at the base of Mt. Apo, and offers easy play on the front 9 and becomes more difficult as you enter the heavily wooded back nine. Not for people who want more of a challenge but the course itself is very interesting to play.
MAKATI
Fort Bonifacio Golf Club
Holes: 18
A small golf course in the heart of the capital, perhaps the lowest green fees in Manila as it is managed by the Philippine Army. Ideal for those that want to forget about the busy and hectic life in the city.
OLONGAPO
Subic Bay Golf Course
Holes: 18
The existing course was once the largest overseas American naval base this course has been completely cleared of the ash from the Mount Pinatubo blast a decade back and is now open to all golfers. It is a 150 acre site offering a challenging game of golf amid lush tropical vegetation. For golfers that like the view as much as playing then you can definitely make this a must to go to.
QUEZON CITY
Camp Aguinaldo Golf Club
Holes: 18
Yardage: 5203
Par: 68
This golf course is Open to tourists with very reasonable green fees, just make sure you book ahead of time.
ZAMBOANGA
Zamboanga Golf & Country Club
Holes: 18
Yardage: 6404
Par: 72
Featuring rolling fairways and greens, with magnificent views of the Basilan Strait greet the golfer. The front nine are often affected by the wind and the back nine has water running through the layout. For the golfer that likes challenges this is an ideal course.
Summary
What make the Golf courses listed above unique is that they are based on themes and each of the courses are different from each other and offer different types of experiences for the avid glofer. Never plan another so-so, ho-hum golf vacation again when you travel to Paradise Philippines. Go with a theme and make it more fun!
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