Five Reasons We Love Kiawah
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Charleston One must pass through historic Charleston to reach Kiawah Island. From both the airport and down- town, Kiawah is less than a 40-minute drive away. While visitors can spend the entire time enjoying the amenities and beauty of the
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island, no visit to the area is complete without a half-day in the “Holy City.” Food is extremely
important in Charleston, as evidenced by the culi- nary delights sprouting all over the city. Martha Lou’s Kitchen,
Slightly North of Broad and Grill 225 are excep- tional, but Magnolias is the best spot in town. Show up early or make a reserva- tion on this East Bay Street hotspot. Blackened catfi sh, fried green tomatoes, cheese grits and buttermilk fried chicken highlight the traditional southern menu that is prepared with a modern twist. Rainbow Row, Historic
City Market, Fort Sumter National Monument and Charleston’s Aquarium are on everyone’s to-do list. The culture and charm
of the city can best be experienced by simply walk- ing around and getting lost on the cobblestone streets admiring the architecture, or sipping a cocktail at an outdoor café. The best time to visit is in the beginning of fall or spring when the blossoms are in full bloom.
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Championship Conditions During the fi rst week of August, you can enjoy the same course conditions on The Ocean Course that the world’s best golfers will face during the 2012 PGA Championship. Green speeds, rough lengths and rough lines will be met with the 7,606-yard championship length. It is not often when
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guests have the oppor- tunity to test their skills against what the PGA Tour players will face in a major; any golfer taking the
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challenge will be entered into a low-net competi- tion. The winner receives a two-night stay in The Sanctuary at Kiawah Island Golf Resort and a foursome that includes two rounds of golf including one on The Ocean Course. Players must present proof of a certifi ed USGA Handicap (attention NCGA members) and play the course with one of the resort’s caddies to verify the player’s score.
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Clubhouse Setting There are very few closing holes and clubhouses that rival the beauty and charm of The Ocean Course. Located on the eastern- most end of Kiawah Island, The Ocean Course boasts more seaside holes than any other course in the North- ern Hemisphere—10 right along the Atlantic with the other eight running parallel. The views of the
Atlantic from each hole are only surpassed by the laid-back southern charm
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