Sweet Home Alabama is more than just a song or a movie, although they both certainly evoke the spirit of this beautiful state. It’s also a mantra for the hard-working, friendly folks that travelers encounter along the way. From the bagboys and beverage cart girls on the world-class golf courses to the servers and chefs in the award-winning restaurants, visitors are made to feel right at home, ensuring that time spent in Alabama is as sweet as the tea.
Alabama is a golfing destination unlike any other, as home to the original golf trail, modern and historic golf resorts, and over 32 miles of sugarwhite beaches on the Gulf of Mexico. The incomparable Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail and both the Arnold Palmer-designed Craft Farms and Jerry Pate’s Kiva Dunes in Gulf Shores put Alabama on the radar of traveling golf groups more than two decades ago.
The ensuing years have upgraded the state’s position on all types of vacation bucket lists by spawning award-winning hotels, spas, and luxurious resorts; exciting craft breweries with medal-quality beers; world-renowned bass fishing events
and red snapper rodeos; and a thriving culinary scene, ranging from fresh Gulf seafood and a unique BBQ Trail to James Beard-recognized chefs and restaurants.
Just a few of the golf resorts that make Alabama a special location are Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa in Birmingham, boasting an RTJ Golf Trail golf course, luxurious spa and delectable dining; the Marriott Grand National Resort & Spa located 90 minutes southwest of Atlanta in Auburn-Opelika with 54 holes of Robert Trent Jones golf on site; the century-and-a-half-old Grand Hotel Golf Resort and Spa on Mobile Bay, considered the “queen of Southern resorts;” and Kiva Dunes Golf & Beach Resort
in Gulf Shores, Alabama’s only gulffront golf resort offering a Jerry Patedesigned course, clubhouse and fairway condominiums, as well as beach homes to rent.
The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, with its eight hotels/resorts and 26 courses at 11 sites around the state and Coastal Alabama Golf, the booking entity for nine premier golf courses and lodging options ranging from golf resorts and hotels to beachfront condos and homes in the Gulf Shores-Orange Beach area, are eager to put together customized golf packages for you.
It’s so easy to get to Alabama
from around the world. The state is just a two hour’s drive from two major international airports - Atlanta and New Orleans. Plus, every major Alabama city offers connecting flights to and from airports all around the country, including Charlotte, Denver, Philadelphia, Chicago, Washington, DC and more.
AlabamaGolfTours.com lists more sample itineraries and information on how you can make Sweet Home Alabama the next great golf destination you offer to your clients and customers.
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Auburn-Opelika is known as the coolest college town in the South. It’s also home to Robert Trent Jones’ self-proclaimed favorite locale on his Trail in Grand National. Let the adventure continue after dark with an indulgent dining experience from one of the James Beard-nominated chefs and local craft brewers and distillers. With over 50 independent and chefowned experiences to choose from, you’ll see why – if you haven’t yet heard the hype –you’ll totally get it. You’ll also find plenty of specialty retailers, year-round outdoor experiences and a wide variety of nightlife vibes from local hangouts to art deco jazz lounges. Your overnight choices include the Marriott Golf Resort & Spa at Grand National, the on-campus Auburn University Hotel and a wide variety of hotels and B&Bs.
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To be in Birmingham is to be in the arms of the South. It’s to be in a place that is as modern and contemporary as it is classically southern. The city played a prominent role in America’s Civil Rights Movement. A visit to the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute gives an in-depth look at that important era. Today, Birmingham is a place that’s brimming with entertainment, the arts, outdoor recreation and world-class cuisine. Serving delicious barbecue and fried pies, the city is also home to James Beard Foundation Award winners and nominees. Alabama’s largest city is home to two RTJ Golf Trail sites and the state’s most luxurious golf resort at Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort and Spa, plus the Barber Vintage Motor Sports Museum, four craft breweries and exciting nightlife options that only a city this size can offer.
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Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are home to 32 miles of white sandy beaches that line the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Along with nine premier golf courses designed by Arnold Palmer, Jerry Pate and more, Coastal Alabama offers many adventurous activities including fishing excursions, jet ski and boat rentals, parasailing, kayaking and biking. After a full day of fun you can grab a hearty meal at one of the restaurants that specialize in everything from fresh Gulf seafood to Alabama BBQ. End your day with a cold beer at Big Beach Brewing Company or an infamous bushwacker (aka adult milkshake) at the legendary Flora-Bama Lounge & Oyster Bar. The area has an outstanding selection of lodging from hi-rise condos and colorful beach houses to nationallybranded hotels and resorts.
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Huntsville is a great place to start your Alabama golf journey, as the first northern location of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail at Hampton Cove. Situated in the Tennessee Valley with mountain views, it’s often referred to as ‘the Rocket City’ for its role in America’s space exploration program and home to the Earth’s largest space museum at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. A day of golfing can take a lot out of you, so downtime to kick back and relax is a must. After the rounds are over, check out Campus No. 805, a repurposed school building turned brewing and mixeduse entertainment complex, billed as the “coolest middle school in the country.” Lodging options range from convenient hotels near the golf course to new, upscale accommodations in the new downtown.
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Once called the Paris of the South, Mobile has long been the cultural center of the Gulf Coast and here you'll find a truly authentic experience . As the birthplace of America's original Mardi Gras, a good time is easy to find in this port city. Attractions include the USS Alabama Battleship, Bellingrath Gardens, riverboat cruises, Dauphin Street entertainment district, restaurants with water views, a couple of craft breweries, and RTJ Golf Trail’s 54-hole southern stop, Magnolia Grove. Choose to stay at either the historic Renaissance Battle House Hotel & Spa or the Renaissance Riverview Plaza downtown; or the Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa on the Eastern Shore of Mobile Bay, all part of the RTJ Golf Trail collection of hotels and resorts.
Marriott Shoals Hotel & Spa, Florence
199 guest rooms, including seven suites with private balconies and waterfront views; Outdoor pool complex; Luxurious spa; Two restaurants, including Swampers with live music nightly and 360 Grill, fine dining in the top of the tower with breathtaking views.
2020 Net Rates (include taxes): $158 - $167 per room, per night
GOLF: 36 holes at RTJ Golf Trail at The Shoals (15 minutes from hotel)
www.marriottshoals.com
Renaissance Ross Bridge Golf Resort & Spa, Birmingham/Hoover
259 guest rooms and 11 spacious suites; Outdoor pool complex; 12,000square-foot European Spa; Two restaurants, including fine dining with a Mediterranean influence and clubhouse fare; plus a bagpiper playing each evening at sunset.
2020 Net Rate (includes taxes): $250 per room, per night
GOLF: 18 holes at Ross Bridge (on site), 54 holes at Oxmoor Valley (5 minutes away) and 36 holes at Silver Lakes (1 hour)
www.rossbridgeresort.com
Marriott Hotel & Conference Center at Capitol Hill, Prattville
74 spacious guest rooms located in the main lodge; Two eight-room luxury villas each containing a common rooms with pool tables and large TVs; Outdoor pool; Restaurant and lounge; Just minutes from downtown Montgomery with many historic sites nearby
2020 Net Rate (includes taxes): $186 per room, per night
GOLF: 54 holes at Capitol Hill (0n site) and 36 holes at Cambrian Ridge (45 minutes away)
www.marriottcapitolhill.com
Renaissance Montgomery Hotel & Spa
342 luxurious guest rooms; 26 suites; Rooftop pool, with whirlpool and cabana bar; European-style spa with salon and steam room; Large fitness center with running track; Upscale restaurant, lobby bar and outdoor terrace lounge; In the heart of downtown near Civil Rights historic sites
2020 Net Rate (includes taxes): $174 per room, per night
GOLF: 54 holes at Capitol Hill (15 minutes away) and 36 holes at Cambrian Ridge (40 minutes away)
www.renaissancemontgomery.com
Marriott Resort & Spa at Grand National, Auburn-Opelika
221 guest room, including 19 luxury suites; Resort pool complex; Tennis complex; Brand-new, luxurious three story Spa; Restaurant and Lounge; Pool Bar and Cabanas; College town of Auburn and historic town of Opelika with lots of restaurants, breweries and a distillery nearby; Located just 90 minutes from ATL international airport.
2020 Net Rate (includes taxes): $172 - $184 per room, per night
GOLF: 54 holes at Grand National (on site)
www.marriottgrandnational.com
The Battle House Renaissance Mobile Hotel & Spa
238 luxurious guest rooms, including 31 suites; Member of Historic Hotels of America - built in 1852; AAA Four Diamond rating; Full European spa & rooftop oasis pool; Fitness center; Restaurant and lounge; Located in the heart of downtown’s entertainment district.
2020 Net Rate (includes taxes): $191 - $213 per room, per night
GOLF: 54 holes at Magnolia Grove (15 minutes away) and 36 holes at Lakewood Golf Club (30 minutes away)
www.renaissancebattlehouse.com
Renaissance Riverview Hotel, Mobile
373 plush guest rooms; AAA Four Diamond, riverfront hotel in historic downtown Mobile, home of the country’s original Mardi Gras; Outdoor pool; Fine dining restaurant; Lounge with live music and outdoor seating; Located near museums and entertainment district.
2020 Net Rate (includes taxes): $168 - $191 per room, per night
GOLF: 54 holes at Magnolia Grove (15 minutes away) and 36 holes at Lakewood Golf Club (30 minutes away)
www.renaissancemobile.com
Grand Hotel Golf Resort & Spa, an Autograph Collection Hotel, Point Clear
405 luxurious guest rooms; AAA Four Diamond, historic resort with giant live oak trees and multiple beaches; tennis courts; Resort pool complex; 20,000square-foot Spa; Several restaurants and lounges.
2020 Net Rate(includestaxes):$250 perroom,pernight
GOLF: 36 holes at Lakewood Golf Club (0n site) and 54 holes at Magnolia Grove (45 minutes away)
www.grand1847.com
