GOLF TRAVEL
Story and photos by Alice and Danny Scott
BEHOLD BERMUDA!
HURRICANES MISSED ISLAND THAT BOASTS BEAUTIFUL BEACHES, DIVERSE ATTRACTIONS AND LOTS AND LOTS OF GORGEOUS GOLF
Turtle Hill Golf Club at the Fairmont Southhampton (top, bottom) is a spectacular par-3 layout. 40 | AZ GOLF Insider | ANNUAL 2017
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ermuda is an island to behold, with its pink-speckled beaches contrasting dramatically against turquoise water and lush vegetation
— in every way a natural kaleidoscope. Spirited by calypso music and Gosling rum, this tropical island is the “Jewel of the Atlantic” (not in the Caribbean as many think) and sits parallel with North Carolina. Fortunately, Bermuda was safe from
recent storms and is welcoming visitors full-swing while aiding its sister islands that were affected by hurricanes some 1,000 miles to the south. It’s also freshly painted after hosting the 2017 America’s Cup yacht races this past summer. In fact, this colorful and stylish paradise that is rich with history, culture and beaches, has never looked better. It’s also a superb destination when it comes to golf courses that are loaded with ocean scenery and exotic green foliage. You will never forget the purple morning glories and bright hibiscus blooms that are draped around many of its tee boxes and greens. Turtle Hill Golf Club at Fairmont
Southampton, a spectacular par-3 layout, has more character than most full-size courses. The addictive, 18-hole short course dazzles golfers with stunning views of the glimmering sea and the oldest and tallest lighthouse on the island. Ascend 185 circular steps for a
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