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In pictures: A week soaking up the sun, surf and golf on Kauai
A week can go by fast on the island of Kauai with five rounds of golf, three meals a day, a few sunsets and beach time. Mike Bailey checks in after his recent trip, which included rounds on Princeville's Makai Course, Poipu Bay, Puakea and more.
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50 years: Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on the Kohala Coast celebrates great golf, solid resort
Fifty years after it opened, its scenic setting still causes guests to fall for Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. The 252-room hotel looks brand new all over again thanks to a multi-million-dollar renovation. And scenic Mauna Kea Golf Course -- a Robert Trent Jones Sr. design that Rees Jones restored in 2008 -- is among the best golf courses in Hawaii.
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Kona C.C. comeback: Renovated Ocean Course on the Big Island is scheduled to reopen this summer
The long process to renovate the Ocean Course at Kona Country Club on the Big Island appears to be nearing an end. The shuttered club should open no later than August now that a new irrigation system is in place on the Ocean Course, architect John Sanford said. Sanford's team has updated bunkers, repaved cart paths, leveled fairways, improved tee boxes and is in the process of planting new landscaping.
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50 years: Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on the Kohala Coast celebrates great golf, solid resort
Fifty years after it opened, its scenic setting still causes guests to fall for Mauna Kea Beach Hotel. The 252-room hotel looks brand new all over again thanks to a multi-million-dollar renovation. And scenic Mauna Kea Golf Course -- a Robert Trent Jones Sr. design that Rees Jones restored in 2008 -- is among the best golf courses in Hawaii.
... full article »Kona C.C. comeback: Renovated Ocean Course on the Big Island is scheduled to reopen this summer
The long process to renovate the Ocean Course at Kona Country Club on the Big Island appears to be nearing an end. The shuttered club should open no later than August now that a new irrigation system is in place on the Ocean Course, architect John Sanford said. Sanford's team has updated bunkers, repaved cart paths, leveled fairways, improved tee boxes and is in the process of planting new landscaping.
... full article »Hawaii island: A big island with big opportunities for golfers
No Hawaiian island boasts a golf scene as diverse as the "Big Island." Five of the six resort courses at Waikoloa, Hualalai, Mauna Lani and Mauna Kea feature views of the ocean along the dry Kohala Coast.
... full article »Hang on! Seven days of golf paradise on Maui
You have seven days in Maui and you're looking to get the most bang for your golf buck. Where to start? Well, we have you covered. Here's a seven-day golf explosion that will let you see and play some of the best courses in one of the world's great golf destinations. Load up the car, grab your map and let's go!
... full article »Get blown away on 27 holes at Hawaii Prince Golf Club on Oahu
Enjoying the 27-hole Hawaii Prince Golf Club on Oahu is as simple as A-B-C. Each of the three nines -- named A, B and C -- are wonderfully playable and well conditioned. The sun shines on this leeward side of the island almost constantly, serving up perfect tropical weather for those mainlanders who come to escape their snow-bound homes. And it's one of the rare courses that's popular with locals and tourists, mainly because it's affordable and fun to play.
... full article »Kai Course at Kaanapali on Maui really is women, kid friendly
The Royal is the more challenging of the two golf courses at Kaanapali, but many locals prefer to play the Kai Course. Why? They have more fun on the Kai. For less skilled players, families and certainly players who don't hit it as far, the Kai fits the bill. And in terms of views, the Kai Course holds its own, too. Mike Bailey has more from Maui.
... full article »Renovation unlocks the beauty of Robert Trent Jones Jr.'s Makai Golf Club at Princeville on Kauai
Makai Golf Club at Princeville resort on Kauai has come a long way since its multi-million dollar renovation finished in 2010. Robert Trent Jones Jr. revived one of Hawaii's sleeping beauties. Seashore paspalum now covers the fairways, greens and tees. Green surrounds were reshaped. New white Silica sand from Vietnam created bunkers that visually pop against a panoramic backdrop and spectacular cliff-top views of the Pacific come from five superb holes.
... full article »Devour these dining delights on Kauai
Golf isn't the only wonderful thing about a trip to Kauai. The dining options are endless. From the surreal Beach House Restaurant, to resort restaurants, to inside golf clubhouses, Jason Deegan takes us on an amazing journey of Kauai's best eats during his recent trip to the Garden Isle.
... full article »King Kamehameha Golf Club on Maui: King of conditioning, views and pampering
What's not to like about the King? Great conditioning, a superb layout and views as good as almost anywhere in the world. Honestly, King Kamehameha Golf Club rivals the Plantation Course at Kapalua, and that's saying a lot. As for scenery, it doesn't get any better than King. Laid out along the side of the West Maui Mountains, you also get panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean as well.
... full article »With five top-notch courses, Pacific Links International builds a golf empire on Oahu
Pacific Links International has purchased five golf courses on Oahu within the past three years -- Royal Hawaiian Golf Club, Kapolei, Olomana Golf Links and the West and East Courses at Makaha Valley Country Club. The Canadian company, formed in 2009, is also finalizing the purchase of the two Ka'anapali courses on Maui and continues shopping for more.
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- Palmer-designed Hapuna Golf Course on the Big Island more than holds its own with Mauna Kea
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- On and off the course: Getting the most out of a Big Island golf trip
- The Experience at Koele on Lanai is your home course -- in Hawaii
- Mauna Kea Golf Course on the Big Island: Keeping up with the Joneses
- Photo gallery: Mauna Kea Golf Course on the Big Island is better than ever after Rees Jones revamp
- Big-time fun and golf at Big Island Country Club in Kailua Kona
- Photo gallery: Big Island's Hapuna Golf Course soars above Mauna Kea's shadows
- Pros and resort guests agree: Royal Ka'anapali is among Maui's best
- The Old Blue Course at Wailea Golf Club on Maui: The elder statesman's still easy on the eyes
- The Emerald Course at Wailea Golf Club is Maui resort golf perfection
- Maui Makeover: Makena Beach & Golf Resort on the comeback trail
- Jack Nicklaus' famous oceanfront nine is back in its entirety at Kauai Lagoons Golf Club
- Smart travel in Hawaii: Frequently asked questions for your Maui golf vacation
- Home free: Play Maui golf courses without the residential development
- Golf on Oahu: Seven things you should know when planning your golf vacation
- Maui delivers great adventures while exploring off the course
- Travel tips for your Maui golf vacation
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- Divine nine in Oahu: Plenty of good golf on Hawaii's most fast-paced island
- Great golf value on Maui? It exists at Kahili Golf Course
- Makena Golf Course on Maui tantalizes the sense, tests your game
- Kaanapali Beach Resort on Maui offers variety, excitement, tranquility
- The Dunes at Maui Lani brings together links-style golf and Hawaiian paradise
- Ancient 'Black Rock' still the main attraction at posh Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
- Maui riches await on the Gold Course at Wailea Golf Club
- Better than ever: Poipu Bay Golf Course on Kauai reopens with paspalum turf
- Photo gallery: Gold Course at Wailea Golf Club on Maui
- Photo gallery: Dramatic scenery, large double green highlight the Emerald Course at Wailea Golf Club on Maui
- Photo gallery: The Old Blue course at Wailea Golf Club on Maui
- Photo gallery: Westin Maui Resort And Spa
- Puakea Golf Course on Kauai: A two-volume tale with a happy ending
- Photo gallery: Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa
- You'll want to bring a camera when you play golf at Royal Kunia Country Club on Oahu
- Ewa Beach Golf Club on Oahu: Locals enjoy plush conditions, fun layout
- Prince Golf Course at Princeville at Hanalei: the most infamous holes
- Ko'olau Golf Club on Oahu: A stern Hawaiian test with panoramic views and tropical wonder
- A star on Kauai's south shore: Poipu Bay Golf Course is one of Hawaii's most scenic plays
- A good walk on Hawaii's Garden Isle: Must-play golf courses on Kauai
- Beautiful Puakea Golf Club on Kauai finishes strong in pure Hawaiian nature
- Long live the king: Abundant challenges and solitude at King Kamehameha Golf Club on Maui
- Bow to royalty: Ka'anapali Golf Resort's Royal Course certainly lives up to its name
- The Prince Course at Princeville resort on Kauai is one of the world's most demanding tests of golf
- Bold and beautiful: Prince Course at Princeville resort is a one-of-a-kind play on Kauai
- Kauai Lagoons Golf Club in Lihue: Kauai's Jack Nicklaus gem
- Photo gallery: Kahili Golf Course on Maui
- Ka'anapali Golf Resort introduces the Golf My Way deal for the casual Hawaii golfer
- Photo gallery: The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course on Maui
- From sweet sugar to sweet golf: Hawaii Prince Golf Club on Oahu
- Hawaiian royalty used Maui as a playground - and so can you
- Luana Hills Country Club on Oahu: Welcome to the jungle
- Wailea Gold, Emerald: Maui courses golfers don't want to miss
- The Dunes at Maui Lani: Links to golf's past
- The jewel of Maui: Wailea Golf Club's Emerald Course
- Out of the jungle: Prince Course reopening means Kauai golf is ready to bring its A-game
- Golfers can escape the crowds at The Challenge at Manele on Lanai
- The ocean makes Kauai Lagoons Golf Club's Kiele Moana nine a must-see
- Photo gallery: Secluded Hawaii beauty amid 1,800 acres at Makena Beach & Golf Resort on Maui
- Your insider travel guide to golf on Maui
- Maui man caves: Hunting in Hawaii for sports bars and happy hours
- Brian Mogg Performance Center of Hawaii opens at Hawaii Prince Golf Club on Oahu
- Scenic King Kamehameha Golf Club set on the dramatic slopes of Maui
- Photo gallery: Kai Course at Ka'anapali Golf Resort boasts great west Maui scenery overlooking the island of Lanai
- Golf on Oahu: Playable George Fazio Course at Turtle Bay Resort remains a resort favorite
- Magazine names Kauai as world's No. 2 island getaway; best in Hawaii
- Ka'anapali Golf Resort’s Kai course is a first-rate challenge on Maui
- Scoring on and off the golf course: Sexy places for couples to play and stay in Hawaii
- Maui vacation packages match Wailea Beach Marriott Resort with Old Blue Course at Wailea Golf Club
- Ka'anapali Golf Resort's golf shop lauded by Golf World magazine
- Kauai's Makai Golf Club: Back in business and better than ever
- Paradise found: Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki and Golf Club in Honolulu
- Photo gallery: The best of Kauai golf in photos
- Turtle Bay Resort's Arnold Palmer Course will earn your respect
- A mix of links golf and tree-lined fairways, the Palmer Course at Turtle Bay Resort tests the best on Oahu
- Mauna Kea rises above, tops list of Hawaii resorts to make top 50
- Photo gallery: Waikoloa Resort's Beach Course on the Big Island
- The best of different worlds on Lana'i: The Experience at Koele and The Challenge at Manele Bay
- Kings' Golf Course at Waikoloa Beach Resort presents a royal test
- Photo gallery: Francis H. I'i Brown South Course at Mauna Lani Resort
- The Big Island: Five must-play golf courses
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- Mauna Lani gives a classic taste of Big Island golf
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