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Stay TranquiloPlanning the Ultimate Golf Trip with Trip Caddie | PGA Show 2025 ft. Charles BeemanThis week on Stay Tranquilo, we sat down with Charles Beeman from Trip Caddie at the 2025 PGA Show to talk all things golf travel, bucket-list courses, and planning the ultimate golf trip đď¸ââď¸âď¸âłď¸Whatâs your dream golf destination? đ FULL episode on Stay Tranquilo YouTube and Spotify! #StayTranquilo #TripCaddie #PGAShow2025 #GolfTravel2025-02-1212 min
The Golf Trip Authority#037 - PGA National Resort (feat. David Lederkramer)Send us a textToday, we're taking you on a journey to PGA National Golf Resort, where the perfect day on the course is just the beginning of an enviable golf trip in the heart of Palm Beach, Florida. With ninety-nine holes of championship golf spread across six courses, including the iconic Champion course which is home to the famous Bear Trap and PGA TOURâs Cognizant Classic, PGA National offers more than just a resort experienceâit's a place where golf history meets luxury facilities for an epic golf trip. From The Champion to The Palmer, The...2024-04-2134 minThe Golf Trip Authority#036 - Boyne Golf (feat. Josh Richter)Send us a textBoyne Golf provides the ultimate world-class golf destination with 10 championship courses spanning three resorts. Centered in Michigan's northern lower peninsula, their courses are the products of some of the game's masters including Robert Trent Jones Sr., Arthur Hills, and Donald Ross. BOYNE Golf truly offers an unrivaled Michigan golf trip experience for you and your buddies.Here to talk about the golf trip goodness at Boyne Golf Resorts is the Senior Vice President of Golf Operations, and of course our friend, Mr. Josh Richter.Support the show...2024-01-2447 minThe Golf Trip Authority#035 - Geneva National Resort and Club (feat. Glen Murray)Send us a textJust an hour from Milwaukee and 90 minutes from Chicago, Geneva National Golf Club presents the unique opportunity to take on the design challenges of golf legends Arnold Palmer, Gary Player and Lee Trevino at one singular and stellar location. Carved out of the rolling Wisconsin countryside and bordered by the Lake Como shoreline, this destination has comfortable retreat options such as cottages, suites, and a hotel, along with five of the best Lake Geneva area restaurants for you to enjoy!  Geneva National has everything you need to host an amazing buddies golf trip.2024-01-1539 minThe Golf Trip AuthorityBONUS 01: ON THE TEE with the Awareness FoundationSend us a textWelcome to a special episode of The Golf Trip Authority where we go on the tee with actual golf trip planners who coordinate spectacular golf trips with their buddies. We will unlock their secrets for how they plan, manage and enjoy their golf trips so that you can gain some valuable insights for planning yours!In this episode, we are on the tee with the Awareness Foundation, a golf group raising awareness for those who are unaware! Learn how this group planned a well organized golf trip for 32 gu...2023-09-1251 min
The Best of LKN168: 10 Best Lake Norman Golf Courses with Chris BeemanChris Beeman is the man behind bman.com and The B-Manâs Guide to Golf in Charlotte, North Carolina.I connected with Chris earlier this year after seeing an article he had written for Axios.com about the best Golf Courses in the Charlotte area. I knew a similar article featuring Lake Norman golf courses would be a great addition to our blog at thebestoflkn.com, and it would be a great resource for our email newsletter subscribers.I also knew that I wasn't the guy to write that article. I havenât hit a sing...2023-08-0345 minThe Golf Trip Authority#034 - Turning Stone Resort Casino (feat. Miles Blundell)Send us a textConveniently located 30 miles east of Syracuse NY, Turning Stone Resort Casino is unquestionably the ideal destination for a memorable golf trip. The Oneida Indian Nationâs Turning Stone Resort Casino features world-class amenities including four hotels, two luxurious spas, five golf courses, more than 20 dining options, a 125,000 square foot Las Vegas-style gaming floor, a cabaret style Showroom, and several nightlife venues. Not only will you and your buddies have enough to do off the course, your group will enjoy Turning Stone's two recreational courses and three championship golf courses that are pri...2021-06-1043 minThe Golf Trip Authority#033 - Pronghorn Resort (feat. Jerrel Grow)Send us a textSet on 640 acres amidst Central Oregonâs 1,000-year-old juniper forest and surrounded by the Cascade Mountain Range, Pronghorn has received recognition as the premier resort community in the West and was first to offer a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course and Tom Fazio Championship Golf Course side-by-side. This Resortâs amenities include multiple restaurants, world-class clubhouse, the Pronghorn Golf Academy, the newly updated Spa at Pronghorn, fitness center outdoor heated pools and hot tubs, as well as customized adventures to take advantage of their proximity to Central Oregonâs many outdoor activit...2021-05-2139 minThe Golf Trip Authority#032 - Sea Island Resort (feat. Brannon Veal)Send us a textSince 1928, Sea Island has been known for its Southern hospitality and gracious service, as well as its extensive array of activities and experiences. Today, sea island is the only resort in the world to have received four Forbes Five-Star awards for eight consecutive years.Rated #4 out of the 75 Best Golf Resorts in the U.S., the Sea Island Golf Club offers three exceptional 18-hole championship courses including Seaside and Plantation, both home to the PGA TOURâs RSM Classic.Where else can you get championship golf courses, top instructors, ne...2021-04-2947 minThe Golf Trip Authority#031 - Innisbrook Resort (feat. Mike Williams)Send us a textTee off among champions. Innisbrook Resort is home to four outstanding courses that consistently receives top accolades including Golf Magazine's "Top 100 You Can Play," and Golf Digest's "Top 75 Golf Resorts in America"- all designed by the innovative and imaginative architect Lawrence Packard - including the top-rated Copperhead course, which welcomes the world's finest players each April when the PGA TOUR competes in the Valspar Championship.As an Innisbrook guest, not only can you play where the world's finest professionals love to play, you can also take advantage of three other...2021-04-1557 minThe Golf Trip Authority#030 - American Dunes (feat. Doug Bell)Send us a textWhat does a fighter pilot, mag wheels, Jack Nicklaus, Lake Michigan and a mission so powerful it touches the very soul of America have in common?  An unbelievable new bucket list golf destination, of course â American Dunes Golf Club!On the eastern shores of Lake Michigan is the historic Grand Haven Golf Club which was transformed into a national treasure. Sculpted through the deep sands. Inspired by a passion for America. Built to honor American warriors and fund the legacies of their families. Itâs a place of gathering for patriots who s...2021-04-011h 15The Golf Trip Authority#029 - Predator Ridge (feat. Cameron Craig)Send us a textLocated just outside of Vernon, BC in the sunny Okanagan Valley, Predator Ridge offers one of the most unparalleled golf resort experiences in Canada. With 36-holes of championship golf and an array of activities in and around the resort, itâs no wonder that Predator Ridge is known as Canada's premier golf resort community and one of the best golf resorts in North America.Just 25 minutes from the Kelowna International Airport, Predator Ridge offers a range of vacation rentals, all with full kitchens, patios and more which makes it perfect for gr...2021-03-1837 minThe Golf Trip Authority#028 - The Broadmoor (feat. Russ Miller)Send us a textSet in the Cheyenne Mountain foothills of Colorado Springs, The Broadmoor Golf Club is consistently ranked among the best in the world. Their two iconic courses were designed by some of golfâs greatest names, and have played host to numerous national tournaments, including the U.S. Women's Open and PGA Cup Matches. Presidents, politicians, celebrities, and many of the gameâs greatest athletes have all played at The Broadmoor, and their distinctive courses have challenged them all.  Experience The Legend for yourself and discover why The Broadmoor remains one of the wo...2021-03-1148 minThe Golf Trip Authority#027 - Firestone Country Club (feat. Jay Walkinshaw)Send us a textQuietly situated on the outskirts of Akron, Ohio, Firestone Country Club offers 54 of the finest, most beautiful holes of golf of any private club in the country. Couple their challenging golf course options with their luxurious overnight accommodations, phenomenal dining, and a friendly, professional staff to create the ultimate golf experience, perfect for your buddies golf trip!Yes, Firestone is a private golf club, but it has recently made certain tee times available to the public. Now, Firestone welcomeâs you to experience both their hospitality and 3 of the worldâs grea...2021-03-0143 minThe Golf Trip Authority#026 - Giants Ridge Resort (feat. John Kendall)Send us a textGiants Ridge has long been considered one of Minnesotaâs best resort golf vacation destinations. Year after year, national golf publications have ranked The Legend and The Quarry near or at the top of the best golf courses in the world.Few other golf facilities in the nation can claim more than one course in Golf Digestâs âTop 100â list. And no other Minnesota resort offers two highly ranked courses of this caliber.In fact, Giants Ridge received an âEditors Choiceâ in 2019 as one of âThe Best Golf Resorts in the Midwestâ...2021-02-2233 minThe Golf Trip Authority#025 - Mystical Golf (feat. Claude Pardue)Send us a textMystical Golf offering "Myrtle Beach's finest 54 holes of golf" on its celebrated Witch, Man-O-War and Wizard courses finds itself among the elite in the "Golf Capital of the U.S." Mystical Golf's trio of courses are consistently recognized by Golf Channel to be among Myrtle Beach's "five best courses" and "best values." The Witch and Man-O-War courses are ranked in the "Top 15 Courses in South Carolina" in Golf Channel's Golf Advisor rater reviews. Man-O-War's 15th hole ranks among GOLF Magazine's "Five Most Memorable Island Greens" alongside No. 17 at TPC Sawgrass. The W...2021-02-1437 minThe Golf Trip Authority#024 - Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort (feat. Clark Sinclair)Send us a textFor over five decades, Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort has stood as an example of what a commitment to an exceptional golf experience can mean. Itâs a combination of three magnificent courses and customer satisfaction that is second to none. Exemplary golf has always been the cornerstone of the Palmetto Dunes golf trip experience - and it always will be.When you and your buddies escape to Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort you can be inspired by relaxation, reliable comfort and incredible golf. This buddy golf trip destination is one that can be...2021-02-0829 minThe Golf Trip Authority#023 - Casa de Campo Resort and Villas (feat. Gilles Gagnon)Send us a textSince it opened in La Romana almost 50 years ago as the first resort in the Dominican Republic, CASA DE CAMPOÂŽ Resort & Villas has been a favorite luxury destination for discerning travelers who relish the private gated community for its safe and exclusive setting. Known as the best golf resort, the 3 Pete Dye golf courses include Teeth of the Dog, which is the #1 ranked course in the Caribbean. The activities are all world class â 7 outstanding restaurants including the stunning new Minitas Beach Club, Shooting Course, and 3 private pristine white sand beaches. If...2021-01-2546 minThe Golf Trip Authority#022 - Iberostar Resort (feat. Greg Bond)Send us a textWhat comes to mind when you think âCancunâ? At Iberostar, it means beaches that stretch for miles, luxury accommodations, unbelievable dining experiences, and spectacular golf! Ibersostar Resorts is home to two world class hotels, each with their own golf club that are close enough to encourage golfers to play both on a south-of-the-border buddy golf trip!  In Cancun, the Iberostar Selection services the Ibersostar Golf Club Cancun. This club boasts a fantastic location in the heart of the hotel district. It is set just off the Caribbean Sea surrounded by mangroves with ab...2021-01-1539 minThe Golf Trip Authority#021 - COVID SPECIAL: Traveling Safe to the Mexican Caribbean (feat. Sandra Reed)Send us a textGolf-Americas.com promotes golf destinations and most popular golf courses in Latin America. As a media partner of the PGA TOUR Latin America, they support and promote destinations where tournaments are held and encourage golf travel to the region. Their editorial and promotional services encourage travel to discover amazing golf and âafter golfâ experiences such as culture, gastronomy, as well as hotels and resorts. Through their expertise and exposure, Golf-Americaâs creates golf trip packages offering high-end services and experiences throughout the regions of Mexico, Caribbean and Central America. In this special episode, Sandra Re...2021-01-0519 minThe Golf Trip Authority#020 - Bandon Dunes Golf Resort (feat. Jeff Simonds)Send us a textIn our Season 1 Finally, Jeff Simonds talks golf trip goodness at Bandon Dunes.Bandon Dunes is true to the spirit of Scotlandâs ancient links.  Here, players immerse themselves in the traditions of a timeless game and the grandeur of Oregonâs rugged coast. Sweeping, untamed shores stretch for miles. Primeval grassy dunes roll to the sea.  Six distinctly different courses have been conceived in harmony with the natural environment. They combine with all the essential elements to reveal a new golf experience every time you play. The so...2020-10-2157 minThe Golf Trip Authority#019 - The Greenbrier (feat. Robert Harris)Send us a textThis week on The Golf Trip Authority:Located amid the breathtaking mountains of West Virginia, The Greenbrier is a National Historic Landmark and world-class resort that has been welcoming guests from around the world since 1778. The natural mineral springs that drew their first guests over 235 years ago continue to lure visitors to the 11,000 acre luxury retreat today. With a guest list that includes 27 of our countryâs 45 Presidents, Americaâs Resort has long been a favorite destination of royalty, celebrities and business leaders. Today, The Greenbrier invites a new gener...2020-10-0237 minThe Golf Trip Authority#018 - Primland (feat. Brian Alley)Send us a textThis week on The Golf Trip Authority:It was the vision of Primlandâs founder, Didier Primat, to create a place of immense beauty that offered his guests a return to simple human pleasures in an environment of refined authenticity and sensuality. He developed Primland in an eco-conscious and thoughtful manner, as the ultimate retreat for world-class golf, refined dining and outdoor activities.The Highland Course at Primland showcases breathtaking mountainous views at every turn. The 18-hole Audubon-certified course was carved from the natural landscape of the mountains by re...2020-09-1036 minThe Golf Trip Authority#017 - Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort and Spa (feat. Brad Scott)Send us a textThis week on the Golf Trip Authority:On a 415-acre tract of swampland in northeast Florida, the history of golf would be altered forever. On that site, ground was broken for what would become THE PLAYERS Stadium Course at TPC Sawgrass. Opening in 1980, THE PLAYERS Stadium was built to challenge the pros like no other golf course had done before, while providing an unprecedented experience for spectators at the same time. Renowned architect Pete Dye began to scribble on a placemat drawing out the makings of a course. The rest is...2020-08-2532 minThe Golf Trip Authority#016 - Forest Dunes (feat. Don Helinski)Send us a textThis week on The Golf Trip Authority:Your âBucket Listâ experience at Forest Dunes is purely a golf one. You wonât find a pool or spa here, just 54 memorable golf holes cut through the northern Michigan forest. Some say they are in the middle of nowhere, but thatâs what they like about it. Nestled on 500 acres of heavily wooded land within the Huron National Forest, Forest Dunes has become one of the country's most peaceful and exciting golf experiences. It is home to the celebrated Tom Weiskopf-designed, parkland...2020-08-1956 minThe Golf Trip Authority#015 - Cabot Links (feat. Ted Stonehouse)Send us a textThis week on The Golf Trip Authority:The Director of Golf, Mr. Ted Stonehouse talks about this Dream Golf destination in Nova Scotia.Set amidst the stunning beauty of the rugged Nova Scotian landscape, with its dramatic seaside views, Cabot Cape Breton (also known as Cabot Links) is located on over a mile of sandy beach and lauded as a golferâs paradise. Featuring extraordinary Links golf on two ocean front courses, luxury accommodation and exquisite dining, Cabot truly represents the best the game has to offer. This Dream Golf...2020-08-0446 minThe Golf Trip Authority#014 - Chambers Bay (feat. Zac Keener)Send us a textThis week on The Golf Trip Authority podcast:In this episode, meet our friend and General Manager of Chambers Bay, Mr. Zac Keener.With tawny fescue grasses, towering sand dunes, massive fairways, and breathtaking views of the Puget Sound and snow-capped Olympic Mountains, Chambers Bay brings the traditions of Scottish linksland to the Pacific Northwest. Some of golfâs great championships have been decided on these fairways and greens. Located in University Place, Washington, this 18-hole, walking-only golf course provides an authentic links experience for players of every ability. 2020-07-2430 minThe Golf Trip Authority#013 - Sand Valley (feat. Steve Kurtz)Send us a textThis week on the Golf Trip Authority Podcast:In this episode, Steve shares the golf trip goodness at Sand Valley and an awesome giveaway for you and your buddies when you book a stay and mention the podcast! We covered everything from golf, food, lodging, and more to help make your golf trip truly memorable.Support the showThe Golf Trip Authority podcast is streaming on all your favorite players.Visit TripCaddie.com for your golf trip goodness!Checkout our Ready-Made Golf Trips!2020-07-1434 minThe Golf Trip Authority#012 - The Friars Club (feat. Don Bostic)Send us a textIn The Friars Golf Club, they take trips to great golf destinations with others who share a passion for golf and travel. They believe golf is mostly about with whom you play. With 550 members from 40 states and 11 countries, their members ages range from 17 to 85, have scratch and not-so-scratch abilities, and are comprised of members from private clubs and members who play at public courses â they all share one thing in common which happens to be the Club's only rule âŚ. Mr. Don Bostic, who is the Executive Director of the Friars Club will share that...2020-07-0744 minThe Golf Trip Authority#011 - Pinehurst Resort (feat. Ben Bridgers)Send us a textAround the world, Pinehurst is where the American golf story is rooted, and where it continues to flourish. Most know of its modern history â with stories like the Payne Stewart putt that won the 1999 U.S. Open. But locked with its archives are thousands of moments that define each generation for the past 100 years. Pinehurst is Americaâs first golf resort.  Since 1898, Pinehurst has hosted more championships than any other club in the country and they look forward to being the site of the 2024 U.S. Open Championship. Until then, you are i...2020-06-2740 minThe Golf Trip Authority#010 - The Prairie Club (feat. Roger Brashear)Send us a textDeep in the heartland of America, on the rim of the Snake River canyon, sits The Prairie Club, a place that rivals famous golfing destinations and attracts devout believers in the game.Support the showThe Golf Trip Authority podcast is streaming on all your favorite players.Visit TripCaddie.com for your golf trip goodness!Checkout our Ready-Made Golf Trips!2020-06-1840 minThe Golf Trip Authority#009 - Streamsong Resort (feat. Scott Wilson)Send us a textStreamsong is a new kind of resort that takes the everyday ordinary to the absolutely extraordinary. A resort where golf is both a quest for perfection and an art form. A retreat that is the ultimate escape for relaxation, enrichment and rejuvenation. A place where the surrounding ecosystems are as deeply valued as the time youâll spend with them. Streamsong has everything you could possibly imagine for your next buddy golf trip.More golf trip goodness at www.thegolftripauthority.com and www.tripcaddie.comSupport the showTh...2020-06-1538 minThe Golf Trip Authority#008 - Destination Kohler (feat. Mike O'Reilly)Send us a textBlackwolf RunÂŽ and Whistling Straits challenge the pros while providing the amateur golfer a fair and unforgettable test. All four courses between the two venues were chosen for 2019/2020 Americaâs Top 100 Greatest Public Golf Courses by Golf Digest. Created by legendary golf course designer Pete Dye, they have hosted three PGA Championships, among other major PGA and LPGA events. In 2020, The Straits at Whistling Straits will host the ever favorite Ryder Cup. Destination Kohler is a bucket list golf trip resort that will leave you and your buddies with an unforgettable experience....2020-05-2351 minThe Golf Trip Authority#007 - Erin Hills (feat. Rich Tock)Send us a textErin Hills is a course like none other â routed over the kettle moraine areas left by glaciers, surrounded by wetlands and a river, on ground that consists of glacial till of varied composition of sand and small rock. It was an unconventional decision for a golf course in Wisconsin. The course was designed to accommodate the 2017 U.S. Open, in terms of both the challenge to the players and the logistics of the spectators. This mix of traditional and modern elements as well as a championship test will leave many golfers with the fee...2020-05-1539 minThe Golf Trip Authority#006 - Barefoot Resort & Golf (feat. Trey Evans)Send us a textKnown as MYRTLE BEACHâS FANTASTIC FOUR, Barefoot Resort and Golf is home to the most decorated multi-course golf resort in Myrtle Beach. Barefoot was designed by hall of fame players and architectsâŚGreg Norman, Davis Love III, Tom Fazio and Pete Dye. They produced the perfect setting for some of the east coastâs top golf layouts. Each one achieved their goal of creating unique, visually striking, and fun to play courses and has been ranked by every major golf publication. It has been the host site to Golf Channelâs hit TV show...2020-05-0732 minThe Golf Trip Authority#005 - Big Cedar Lodge (feat. Matt McQueary)Send us a textInspired by a deep desire to connect people to nature, Johnny Morris, founder of Bass Pro Shops, has set out to create one of the greatest golf experiences in the country. Growing the game of golf while incorporating the beauty of the Ozarks into every shot, Big Cedar Lodge is quickly becoming known as America's Next Great Golf Destination, with NATURE'S FINEST⢠courses designed by some of the top names in golf: Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, Gary Player, Tom Fazio, Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. Golf at Big Cedar wi...2020-04-2843 minThe Golf Trip Authority#004 - PGA National Resort and Spa (feat. Perry Baldwin)Send us a textPerry Baldwin talks golf trip goodness at PGA National PGA National Resort & Spa has long been a place of legendary moments. Here at this Palm Beach destination, luxury is always the standard, golf is never considered just a game and together the two create an enviable lifestyle in a setting that embraces the best Florida has to offer. Anchored by five championship golf courses, and renowned throughout the world as Home to the PGA Tourâs Honda Classic and the legendary Bear Trap this destination will most certainly leave you and you...2020-04-0642 minThe Golf Trip Authority#003 - French Lick Resort (feat. Brendan Sweeney)Send us a textNestled among the hills of the Hoosier National Forest resides a classic American destination - French Lick Resort. An easy drive from Louisville, Indianapolis and Cincinnati it is home to two AAA Four-Diamond nationally historic hotels, three challenging golf courses, a Vegas-style casino â this resort is sure to exceed your buddy trip expectations. Today we are talking to Mr. Brendan Sweeney Director of Golf Media Relations & Player Development.Guest Link on TripCaddie.com: French Lick Resort Subscribe today to get weekly golf trip goodness delivered straight to your...2020-03-2337 minThe Golf Trip Authority#002 - Tobacco Road Golf Club (feat. Martha Hudson)Send us a textAboutNestled neatly in the Sandhills region just outside the Village of Pinehurst in North Carolina, Tobacco Road Golf Club, boasts a polarizing design by Mike Strantz. The course has accumulated its fair share of accolades since opening in 1998 and yet remains a true test of a playerâs eye, determination, and wits.Martha Hudson is the Director of Brand Marketing and Retail at Tobacco Road Golf Club. In 13 years working in the golf industry she has played multiple roles including the last 4 years as the head prof...2020-03-1646 minThe Golf Trip Authority#001 - The Village of Pinehurst (feat. Brian "Wally" Lally)Send us a textAbout Brian Lally aka âWallyâ is a self-proclaimed âplayground coordinatorâ for the Pinehurst area! He has been living in Pinehurst working as a golf teaching professional and professional caddy for over 25 years. With his passion for golf and his extensive experience and connections in the area, Wally provides high-touch golf experience coordination services for golf groups ranging in size from 2-102 in this prime bucket list destination. Not only is Wally a super great guy, his knowledge about the area is a key ingredient to making your next Pinehurst golf trip tr...2020-03-1039 minThe Golf Trip AuthorityPodcast TrailerSend us a textFrom the creators of TripCaddie.com, The Golf Trip Authority is bringing the experience of the buddies golf trip to life by entertaining, informing and inspiring golfers with critical information for planning their next buddy golf trip. We will interview key experts with knowledge about the greatest golf resorts, courses, products and services that make golf trips truly memorable! Subscribe today to get weekly golf trip goodness delivered straight to your ear bones! Plan your golf trip today with The Golf Trip Manager at TripCaddie.com....2020-02-0100 min