Category Archives: Las Vegas Hot Pick of the Day

Las Vegas, Nev. (Oct. 26, 2016)–It’s ironic that the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort situated smack in the middle of desert landscaping, would provide some of the most impressive–and Dye-abolical–water holes in Vegas. And both of those situations come into play with several outstanding holes on each of the three 18-hole Pete Dye designs. –By Bill […]

  Mesquite, Nev. (Oct. 21, 2016)–If players think they need a course more than 7,000 yards to make a layout a great test of golf, they need to think again. At 6,939 yards from the tips, Wolf Creek Golf Club isn’t long by today’s standards. But what it lacks in yardage, it more than makes up […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (Oct. 12, 2016)–Las Vegas has more than its share of replicas. You’ve got an Eiffel Tower, a pyramid, the New York skyline and a sphinx right on the Strip. But, just off the Strip is one of the best replicas a golfer can find–links-style golf replicating courses used in the Open Championship […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (Sept. 28, 2016)–When it comes to challenging golf holes, especially par 3s, the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort, the home of three Las Vegas golf courses, has more than its share of beauties–both in the scenic sense as well as daunting to play. So if you’re looking for a few do-or-Dye par-3s […]

Las Vegas, Nev., (Sept. 23, 2016)–There may be no better feeling in life than reaching out to help out those who may be a little less fortunate–especially kids. Well, here’s your chance to help out and get the opportunity to play a little golf in the process. It’s time to check out the Uplift Foundation […]

  Las Vegas, Nev. (Sept. 20, 2016) –Sometimes you’re just looking for that luxurious getaway. And there may be no group better equipped to dole out top-notch elegance than Caesars Entertainment. Whether it’s an over-the-top resort stay (Caesars, Rio, Paris Las Vegas, etc.) or an out-of-this-world golf outing (Cascata, Rio Secco), Caesars has you covered. So […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (Sept. 16, 2016)–Face it, for many people there’s nothing better than staying and playing in Las Vegas and enjoying Las Vegas golf packages. That also includes locals who like to get away and experience life on the Strip as well. And when you add in a little golf (a valuable part of […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (Sept. 9, 2016)—If you’re loyal to the golf course you love to play, it only makes sense that your golf course should be loyal to you. Well, at Golf Summerlin’s three golf courses, all designed by Billy Casper and Greg Nash, loyalty is the name of the game along with variety and […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (Aug. 23, 2016)–It’s an easy question: How’s your golf game? We will help you answer that question once and for all as you tee it up at the stunning Wolf Creek Golf Club, a jaw-dropping golf experience located in Mesquite, Nevada, 77 miles north of Las Vegas. If you think you’ve got enough […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (Aug. 7, 2016)–Two themed Las Vegas golf courses, Bali Hai Golf Club and Royal Links Golf Club, are featured in this video from Walters Golf. Bali Hai is a South Pacific-themed course on the Las Vegas Strip while Royal Links was built to honor the great courses played during The Open Championship. […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (July 25, 2016)–Take your pick of phrases: Whether it’s Dye-abolical or Dye-namic, it’s easy to get caught up in praise for the man behind the three amazing Las Vegas golf courses at the Las Vegas Paiute Golf Resort–world-renowned golf course architect Pete Dye. — By Bill Bowman. No matter the superlatives players […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (July 20, 2016)–If you’ve been playing golf for any amount of time, chances are you’ve played a Jack Nicklaus golf course or two. But, there is one layout that is one of Jack’s best–and most distinctive–courses. In fact, it’s not your ordinary golf course by any stretch of the imagination. It’s Bear’s […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (July 15, 2016)—There are times where the phrase ‘hidden gem’ is thrown around too much. Well, at Las Vegas golf course Cascata, both terms, hidden and gem, fit perfectly. And this Rees Jones designed masterpiece is hidden in plain sight … on the top of a mountain. –By Bill Bowman. From the […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (July 6, 2016)–Las Vegas is known for its glitz and glamour. Whether it’s the posh hotel/casinos, the elegant dining establishments or the world-class shows, expect over-the-top experiences every day and night. It’s the same with some of its finest golf courses…like Bali Hai Golf Club.–By Bill Bowman Bali Hai is a Schmidt/Curley […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (June 30, 2016)—If you’re not a member of the Southern Nevada Golf Association, you’re missing out on great golf on great courses with great camaraderie. Well, there’s no time like the present to get involved, especially with the 2016 Triple Crown Amateur Championship right around the corner. This amateur tournament will be played […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (June 25, 2016)—If you’re looking for that all-around golf experience in Las Vegas, whether you’re a resident or a visitor, the TaylorMade Golf Experience definitely lives up to its name. And for those of you visiting our city, it’s located right on the south end of the famed Las Vegas Strip. –By Bill […]

Las Vegas, Nev. (June 8, 2016)–OK, picture this: Rickie Fowler and Butch Harmon are walking down the first fairway at the 2017 Farmers Insurance Open Pro-Am. But wait, who’s that person walking with them? Well, it’s you…if you’re the winner of the Experience Counts With Rickie Fowler Sweepstakes. (farmers.com/experience-counts). –By Bill Bowman That’s right, the […]

Mesquite, Nev. (June 6, 2016)–Mesquite Gaming, owner of Casablanca Resort-Casino-Golf-Spa and Virgin River Hotel/Casino/Bingo, presented the annual Mesquite Amateur, a five-day, 54-hole, net and stoke play golf tournament Monday, May 30 – Friday, June 3. Marking its 14th year, the tournament boasted seven courses with challenging styles of desert, arroyo, vista and canyon play. New this year, Mesquite Amateur has partnered […]