“Why do we all want to play the best


course? Because golf is a game that en- gages not only our bodies, but our imagi- nations and affections.” - Ron Garl


TEE UP Originally created by Donald Ross, the championship Vinoy Golf Course was redesigned by Ron Garl, who believes that a course should, “. . . sit softly on the land.” Garl’s layouts, which include sev- eral of Florida’s top 50 courses, artfully employ the unique characteristics of the natural terrain, while adhering to sensi- tive land management. The Vinoy’s beautifully manicured


and scenic greens, a testament to his success, are home to a colorful variety of birds and wildlife. As stimulating to play as it is enjoyable to view, the 18-hole, par-72 course challenges serious golfers while providing an enjoyable round for casual players. A driving range, practice putting green, bunker and chipping area help you hone your game. A certified Audubon Cooperative


Sanctuary, the course is a refuge for wild- life. Each hole is surrounded by diverse vegetation, including Live Oaks, pines and more than a dozen varieties of palms from around the world, such as Bismarck palms (Bismarckia nobilis), found in Mad- agascar, and Giant Fishtail palms (Caryota no) from Indonesia. The course is located on picturesque


Snell Isle, just minutes from the resort via complimentary transportation. Its clubhouse is another historic treasure, an ornate collection of Spanish and Moor- ish Renaissance influences that was once a section of a European palace and was brought to St. Petersburg in 1925 by lo- cal developer Perry Snell. Designed as a replica of a mosque and open-air market, it features minarets, heavily bracketed cornices, horseshoe and keyhole arches and onion domes. Cool off after your round with a re-


freshing dip in the clubhouse pool, then enjoy cocktails and a casual meal at the bar and restaurant overlooking the back nine. The pro shop carries the latest golf equipment and accessories, along with fashionable apparel. And, if you’d like a lesson or two (either private or group), sign up with one of the club’s teaching professionals.


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