My 2nd annual Florida father-son golf trip is approaching in less than two months, and I can use some guidance on completing the itinerary.
Last year we enjoyed 35* temps and a few lost balls at TPC Sawgrass. This year, we’re headed for warmer temps of Orlando and Central Florida. As of now, the itinerary includes:
Friday: World Woods (Pine Barrens & Rolling Oaks)
Saturday: TBD
Sunday: Bay Hill
The big question mark is where we should play 18 on Saturday. Focusing on a 45-minute radius from Marriott World Center, the current considerations are:
-- Sugarloaf Mountain, Minneola
-- Southern Dunes, Haines City
Sugarloaf Mountain, beyond being a C&C design, is of interest as my dad likely hasn’t seen a Florida course with any elevation. While I know it’s not a GCA favorite, anyone know if/how the conditions are holding up since this January 2011 post:
http://www.golfclubatlas.com/forum/index.php/topic,47199.0.html
Other options include:
-- Orange County National (Panther Lake)
-- Grand Cypress (New)
Which of these courses -- or others in the area -- would you recommend? Appreciate any feedback.
Beyond 2011, I'm already eyeing Streamsong for our 3rd annual trip in late 2012.