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For those that are experienced travellers they know that when booking vacations and vacation packages it’s best to spend a lot of time online searching around in order to find the best deal. There are so many comparison travel sites these days that there’s such a deep pool of options for travellers to choose from.

When it comes to last minute accommodation, you can even find higher discounted rates on cheap hotels and resorts all over the world. One hint is to look at prices on the weekends  and then compare them to the middle of the week prices like Wednesday night for example, as often the prices will go down on many of these travel comparison sites.

This great travel tip can save you hundreds of dollars, and be sure to take advantage of it when searching for last minute flights, as there are always middle of the week discounted rates on cheap flights offered by the major airlines. So be sure to snoop around online on many different comparison sites both on the weekends and during the middle of the week in order to find the best last minute deals for your vacations!

For golf enthusiasts who reside in regions with cold and blustery winters, not being able to hit the greens and enjoy this challenging sport can be quite depressing. Fortunately, golfers have a number of options that will allow them a reprieve from the winter and enjoy warm weather while playing golf. What better way to chase the winter blues away by taking a relaxing golf vacation. Below are a few of the hot golf destinations where you can unwind and enjoy your favorite sport:

Arizona: Arizona is home to many challenging golf courses. Tucson, Scottsdale, and Phoenix have some quality and challenging courses. For example, Eagle Mountain, just a few minutes away from Scottsdale, has a par71 and 6800 yard layout. Phoenix’s Club West Golf Club is a challenging golf course with 18 holes over 7,142 yards, par 72.  As well, Tucson is home to the popular Arizona National Golf Course which has a 6,785 yard layout.

South Carolina: The State of South Carolina has a number of really fun golf courses. The Dunes Golf & Beach Club at Myrtle Beach has 18 holes, par 72, and a 7,165 yard layout. The Harbor Town Golf Links in Hilton Head Island has 18 holes, par 71, and a 6,916 yard layout.

California: For those with a passion for the sport, California has many popular golf courses. For instance, with eighteen holes par 70, Furnace Creek Golf Course in Death Valley is the world’s lowest golf course at 214 feet below sea level. The Chardonnay Golf Club in Napa valley is a popular golf destination that has three nine-hole courses.

Alabama: In this golf loving state, the FarmLinks in Sylacauga has par 72, 18 holes and 7,444 yards. The Kiva Dunes Golf Course in Gulf Shores has a 7,092-yard course on the Gulf of Mexico. Every golfer will find the courses both challenging and fun.

Mexico: Mexico is another popular golf vacation destination site. El Camaleon at Mayakoba is a multi landscape golf course with 18 holes. The Flamingos Golf Club in Puerto Vallarta is a challenging course with 18 holes, par 72. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery and weather while enjoying a great game of golf.

Nevada: The state of Nevada has many great golf courses. Rosewood Lakes Golf Course in Reno is an 18 hole 72 par course. The Badlands Golf Club located in Las Vegas has three nine-hole layouts that will challenge golfers. Playing golf in the desert is always fun.

Hawaii: Hawaii is another popular golf vacation destination. Coral Creek Golf Course at Ewa Beach is a par 72, 6,870-yard golf course. The Poipu Bay Golf Course in Kauai has eighteen holes, a par 72, and 7,123 yards. The Ko Olina Golf Club, Oahu is an 18-hole challenging golf course. Nothing is better than a tropical paradise that has great golf courses.

Florida: The Sunshine State has over 1 000 golf courses across the state. Great White Course at Doral Resort and Spa in Miami, Pebble Creek Golf Club in Tampa Bay, and Eagle Creek Golf Club in Orlando, are very popular golf destinations. Florida is a very popular tourist destination with challenging golf courses.

If you love the game of golf, there is nothing like a golf vacation to cure the winter blues. Even if your family is not avid golf enthusiasts, there will be plenty for them to see and do when you are relaxing on the green.