🏌️‍♂️The Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Next Golf Trip (Without Breaking the Bank)

Matt Moylan

Jun '25 • ✈️ The Golf Lifestyle

There’s something special about a golf trip.

Different turf under your feet.

New challenges on every tee box.

Sunsets that hit different when you’re with your crew, chasing birdies somewhere far from home.

If you’ve been itching to take your next golf travel trip, whether it’s a weekend escape or a bucket-list tour,

this guide will get you started.

✈️ Why Golf Travel Is Booming in 2025

From Scotland’s rugged coastlines to Arizona’s desert fairways, more golfers than ever are combining their love of the game with their love of travel.

Why?

Simulator culture + content: People are discovering courses like Bandon Dunes and Pinehurst before ever stepping on them.
Golf influencer trips have gone viral, sparking “I need to do this” vibes in weekend warriors.
More accessible booking tools make it easier than ever to plan trips with your friends, spouse, or golf group.

🔥 Top Destinations for Golf Travel Right Now

Here are some fan-favorite golf travel spots for 2025 that offer challenge, beauty, and vibes:

Scottsdale, Arizona – World-class courses like Troon North and TPC Scottsdale, plus a vibrant nightlife scene.
Kohler, Wisconsin – Home to Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run. Pure Midwest golf magic.
Streamsong, Florida – A rising star with three epic courses carved into an old phosphate mine.
Ireland’s West Coast – Think Lahinch, Ballybunion, and Mullingar. Links heaven.
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina – Classic group trip destination with 80+ courses and beach town charm.

🧳 What to Pack for a Golf Trip

Don’t forget these underrated essentials:

Portable launch monitor (like the PRGR or Rapsodo)
Collapsible putting mat for downtime at the rental house
Spare glove + rain gear (even in dry climates—trust us)
Travel-friendly rangefinder
Compression sleeves (especially for walking-heavy courses)
Enjoy the fun and get matching outfits for a round

💡 Pro Tips to Make Your Trip Smoother

Use Google Flights or Hopper to track the cheapest routes to your destination.
Book one “hero” round and fill the rest with budget-friendly options.
Look for Airbnbs with backyard space — it’s perfect for post-round chipping contests and hanging out.
Split costs via to avoid the awkward money convos.

👇 Where’s Your Next Golf Trip?

Drop your dream destination (or one you’ve already played) in the comments.

We’re building out the Golf Lifestyle Club’s travel list and might even build a trip around the most popular suggestions…

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