Instead of competing with pleasure golfers from all over the world for tee times at the likes of St Andrews, Gleneagles or Turnberry, make it easier on yourself and head for Alyth, Scotscraig, Blairgowrie or Brora. I have to admit if I were going to Scotland for the first time, I wouldn't dream of missing the mystique and magic of St. Andrews. Even if just to look. Author Keith Mackie whips through history, color, and ambiance while discussing intriguing news items. Also that year, the Old Course will be the site of The Open Championship.
Private ones are illegal.
Well, Rich, that's a reach, considering all the gray lava in Iceland that hardly compares to Cypress' lush, green, mossy seaside cliffs. You can read the opinionated details in the July issue of Golf Digest . Soon, the hotel will be offering pleasure golf packages. In the meantime, you can play La Cantera on your own. You know about the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail that snakes through Alabama.