GOLF GUIDE THE 19TH HOLE IS WHERE THE REAL GAME BEGINS

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1 GOLF GUIDE THE 19TH HOLE IS WHERE THE REAL GAME BEGINS

2 Bermuda has been well established as a golfers paradise-our fairways have been played by celebrities, leaders and major golf champions from across the globe. It s no wonder that our six courses are popular amongst visiting golfers. Just a two-hour flight from the East Coast, golf enthusiasts will find delights such as: the Mid Ocean Club-a Charles Blair McDonald design, Port Royal-the Robert Trent Jones Sr. masterpiece, Tucker s Point, Belmont Hills, Ocean View and the breathtaking Turtle Hill par 3. Come and enjoy the spectacular vistas and pristine courses, then celebrate your hole-in-one with a round of Rum Swizzles. BERMUDA Follow in the footsteps of Champions 2014 Port Royal Martin Kaymer 2013 Port Royal Adam Scott 2012 Port Royal Padraig Harrington 2011 Port Royal Keegan Bradley 2010 Port Royal Ernie Els 2009 Port Royal Lucas Glover 2008 Mid Ocean Jim Furyk 2007 Mid Ocean Angel Cabrera

3 PORT ROYAL GOLF COURSE CHAMPIONSHIP RESORT GOLF COURSE BELMONT HILLS GOLF CLUB RESORT GOLF COURSE Our most popular course provides breathtaking views and challenging golf. Famous golf architect, Robert Trent Jones, combined our undulating terrain, lush greenery and dramatic ocean side cliffs to create a sporting experience you will not soon forget. Ranked among the world s best public golf courses by Golf Digest and named Bermuda s finest course by the New York Times, Port Royal features 18 championship holes over 6,842 manicured yards, the longest and most picturesque course in all of Bermuda. The course has a driving range, pro shop and on-site food and beverage is available. Designed in 2002 by renowned golf course architect Algie M. Pulley, Jr., the course is a magnificently contoured showcase of Bermuda s natural beauty. Featuring 6,100 yards of strategically laid out bunkers, multi-tiered greens and slender fairways, this world-class layout offers a challenging test for players of all handicaps. Panoramic views of bustling Hamilton Harbour and the Great Sound provide an inspiring accompaniment to every shot. The 17th and 18th holes in particular are among the finest finishing holes in the game. Address- 5 Port Royal Golf Course, Southampton Parish Website- portroyalgolf.bm Telephone- +1 (441) prgc@bermudagolf.bm Address: 25 Belmont Hills Drive, Warwick Parish Website- newsteadbelmonthills.com Telephone- +1 (441) golf@belmonthills.com Par: 71 Yardage: 6,842 YARDS , ,368 3,474 6,842 PAR Par: 70 Yardage: 6,017 YARDS , ,128 2,889 6,017 PAR

4 TURTLE HILL GOLF CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP PAR & GOLF COURSE OCEAN VIEW GOLF COURSE NINE-HOLE GOLF COURSE Winner of Golf Digest s Best Places to Play Golf, this Bermuda golf resort s course features 18 challenging par 3 holes, most with stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. With its lush sub-tropical surroundings, dramatic elevation changes, and strong coastal winds, this challenging 2,684-yard golf course is designed to take your short game to new heights, requiring patience and prudent club selection. Whether you head out to the Bermuda golf course for tournament play or a friendly game, you ll be delighted with the myriad of bunkers, two water hazards, and three tee offerings on all 18 holes. Ranked one of the top five par 3 courses in the world by Golf Magazine, Turtle Hill is the perfect course for golfers of all skill levels. Address: 101 South Shore Road, Southampton Parish Telephone: +1 (441) Website: fairmont.com/southampton-bermuda/golf/ golf.bermuda@fairmont.com Give your senses a lift at Ocean View Bermuda s premiere nine-hole golf course. With a four-star Golf Digest rating and coral hued scenery to flank your sight lines, Ocean View Golf Course offers a lesson in the game s enduring lure and Bermuda s timeless charm. With 18 different tee positions set for a tricky par 70, you will undoubtedly be enticed to better your front-nine performance by taking in another round of the mesmerizing scenery, and playing the course twice. Address: 2 Barkers Hill Road, Devonshire Parish Website: oceanviewgolfclub.com Telephone: +1 (441) ovgcbarkershill@gmail.com Par: 54 Yardage: 2,737 YARDS , ,405 1,332 2,737 PAR Par: 35 Yardage: 2,940 HOLE TOTAL YARDS ,940 PAR

5 MID OCEAN CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 18-HOLE ST. George s GOLF COURSE Parish Tel Fax The Mid Ocean Club is a private club with a championship 18-hole golf course, guest rooms, full-service clubhouse, tennis courts and beaches. Ranked by experts as one of the best links in the world, Mid Ocean emphasizes the long game with six par 4s over 400 yards. Accuracy and concentration are required to play a reasonable round here as traps and the beauty of the ocean begs for your attention. Address: 1 Mid Ocean Dr., Tucker s Town, St. George s Parish Website: themidoceanclub.com Telephone: +1 (441) mid.ocean.club@moc.bm TUCKER S POINT GOLF CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP RESORT GOLF COURSE A dramatically re-designed championship golf course crafted by Roger Rulewich, has transformed this former Castle Harbour golf course. Re-designed holes and greens boast dramatic views; while a new practice facility and driving range can assist on enhancing your skills. All greens have been rebuilt with Tif Eagle, an imported hybrid Bermuda grass providing a faster, truer putting surface. Tucker s Point Golf Club has received high praise from golfers as well as numerous accolades by the media, including Best Golf Resort from Travel + Leisure Golf and a Gold Star Award for Best Corporate Golf Outing from The Bermudian Magazine. Address: 60 Tucker s Point Dr., Hamilton Parish Website: tuckerspoint.com Telephone: +1 (441) paul.adams@rosewoodhotels.com Par: 71 Yardage: 6,548 YARDS , ,427 3,121 6,548 PAR Par: 70 Yardage: 6,385 YARDS , ,181 3,204 6,385 PAR

6 BERMUDA GOLF ACADEMY DRIVING RANGE ST. George s Parish Tel Fax The Bermuda Golf Academy and Driving Range is a wonderful place to enjoy a game of golf for all ages. There s an 18 hole Mini-Golf to challenge the family and friends a 300 yard Driving Range where the avid golfer can hone in on their game. Bermuda golf Academy is pleased to offer both private one-on-one or small group lessons. The Golf Academy is conveniently located half a mile away from Port Royal Golf Course and is the perfect place to prepare yourself before you tee off! Address: 12 Industrial Park Road Website: bermudagolfacademy.com Telephone: +1 (441) FUNGOLF MINI GOLF Situated on one acre of ocean front property in the Royal Naval Dockyard, FunGolf features 18 challenging and exciting holes that represent the best golf holes from Bermuda, USA and Scotland. As much fun for the whole family as it is for the avid golfer! Come and enjoy the panoramic 180 vista of sunsets while putting in style! The course also features a waterfall flowing into multiple salt water ponds that display beautiful examples of Bermuda s fish species. Relax and enjoy refreshments at the Caddy Shack bar and concession. Address: Royal Naval Dockyard Website: fungolf.bm Telephone: +1 (441) office@fungolf.bm Par: 70 Yardage: 6,017 YARDS , ,128 2,889 6,017 PAR

7 Adventure Almanac BERMUDA BY THE SEASON AIR AND WATER TEMPERATURES ( F) GOLF, TENNIS & SPA CRICKET SEASON Ultimate Cup Match HIKING & CYCLING THE RAILWAY TRAILS CLIFF JUMPING Jumping off rocks ROCK CLIMBING Deep water soloing SCUBA DIVING with wetsuit SCUBA DIVING SNORKELLING & HELMET DIVING KAYAKING, STAND-UP PADDLEBOARDING, JET SKIING, PARASAILING & FLYBOARDING SAILING KITE SURFING DEEP SEA FISHING Wahoo, yellowfin tuna, marlin in season June/July SPINY LOBSTER SEASON Lobster dive with locals REEF & SHORE FISHING Spearfish Catch & cook with locals BIRD WATCHING Rare Cahow WHALE WATCHING HORSEBACK RIDING & DOGS ALLOWED ON BEACHES HORSEBACK RIDING ON TRAILS GLOW WORM CRUISES Once a month, 2 to 3 nights after the full moon SUNSET CRUISES & BOAT RENTALS F F AVERAGE DAILY HIGH AIR TEMPERATURE AVERAGE WATER TEMPERATURE

8 Accommodations From Historic Oceanfront Resorts To Hillside Cottage Colonies, We Offer Many Choices For Your Ideal Island Hideaway. RESORT HOTELS Elbow Beach Bermuda Hamilton Princess Bermuda Fairmont Southampton Grotto Bay Beach Resort & Tennis Club Willowbank SMALL HOTELS Coco Reef Pompano Beach Club The Reefs Resort & Club Rosedon Hotel The Royal Palms Hotel The Loren Hotel Newstead Belmont Hills Golf Resort Rosewood Bermuda COTTAGE COLONIES Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa Fourways Inn St. George s Club PRIVATE CLUBS The Coral Beach & Tennis Club The Mid Ocean Club COTTAGES, SUITES & APARTMENTS (LARGE) Clairfont Apartments Greenbank Guest House Paraquet Guest Apartments Rosemont Guest Suites The Sandpiper Apartments Valley Cottages & Apartments The Inverurie Executive Suites COTTAGES, SUITES & APARTMENTS (SMALL) Blue Horizons Dawkins Manor Garden House Grape Bay Cottages Robin s Nest Guestv Apartments Sound View Cottage INNS Aunt Nea s Inn at Hillcrest Oxford House BED & BREAKFAST (B&B) Edgehill Manor Granaway Guest House & Cottage Greene s Guest House Kingston House B&B Little Pomander Guest House FLOATELS Venetian

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