This one is the stuff of legends. Home to the PGA Tour's Honda Classic, the PGA National Resort and Spa is steeped in golf history. Boasting signature courses like "The Palmer" and "The Squire" (designed and named after Arnold Palmer and Gene Sarazen, respectively), an on-site Golf Academy offering lessons from certified PGA pros, and a golf complex, it's easy to see why this resort is a favorite among golf buffs.

As one of the largest golf resorts in America, this eight-course southern beauty is a favorite among golf enthusiasts – but you don't have to be an avid golfer to appreciate the picturesque scenery that Pinehurst Resort has to offer. It offers courses designed by Donald Ross, Gil Hanse, Ellis Maples, and more famous golf architects. In 2024, it will be the site of the U.S. Open Championship.

A golfer's paradise, the Four Seasons Maui at Wailea features three premier golf courses set against the natural beauty of the Aloha State's landscape. The Wailea Blue, Gold, and Emerald courses each cater to different abilities and skill level. For those who are looking for a challenge, try your hand at the Gold course. The Blue is straight up, classic golf, while the Emerald course is suited for those who prefer a more leisurely game. 

The sport of golf has been rooted in Scottish history for the past 600 years, specifically at the Old Course known as St. Andrews Links, the largest public golf complex in Europe. The estate itself is surrounded by emerald green rolling hills, so you can gain a perspective of the enormity of the grounds, which includes seven courses, a golf academy, and three clubhouses. 

Although the club is private and not suitable for beginners, visitors from recognized overseas clubs are allowed to play at The Royal Melbourne Golf Club. The club features two courses, the East Course and the West Course; the latter ranked number one throughout all of Australia. Large fairways and a lack of any water holes makes Melbourne a challenging course, even for the most adept golfer. 

If you're looking for a unique golfing experience, look no further than Leopard Creek Country Club. Located on the southern border of the Kruger National Park, this 18-hole golf course is an African retreat. Be careful where you retrieve your ball, though. The club is home to hippos, antelopes, buffalo, and wild boars, as most of the water holes (such as Crocodile River) double as habitats. 

As one of the world's largest golf clubs, Mission Hills also holds the title of China's highest-rated leisure resort. Comprised of twelve 18-hole courses, three clubhouses, and a golf academy, Mission Hills is hard to beat. Even when you're not on the green, each room at the resort has a private balcony, offering unobstructed views of golf course. 

High atop a mountain plateau with a view of the Alps sits Crans-Montana, a Swiss resort and golf club with one of the most scenic backgrounds in all of Europe. The golf club Crans-sur-Sierre is closed for half the year due to snowy conditions and reopens from May–October. Summertime is opportune for playing, though. High altitude allows the golfer to drive the ball further than on a regular golf course, and the alpine air is fresh and soothing. 

Located near the seaside town of Sciacca along the southern coast of Sicily, the Verdura Golf and Spa resort is a Mediterranean gem. Each room at the resort overlooks the Mediterranean Sea and has been decorated to reflect luxurious elegance. There are two championship golf courses on site, The East and The West, and both charge different fees for residents and non-residents, depending on the course and the season. 

Luxury and relaxation is found at this luxe hotel on the island of Mallorca. Choose a room overlooking the pool, golf course, terrace, or sea, and then head down to the restaurant for the finest in authentic Spanish cuisine. Each of the 12 golf courses offer different challenges and skill levels. Some even wind through olive groves, pine trees, and other forms of Mediterranean vegetation.