OKE NAPA: The World’s Best Golf Resorts

Just outside the charming, historical destination-city of Charleston, South Carolina, Kiawah Island Golf Resort boasts villa and condo accomodations and world-class golf and tennis in a setting found nowhere else. For thousands of years, eagles, egrets and other natural residents of Kiawah have enjoyed its lush, semi-tropical environment, while remaining sheltered from the world. Today, Kiawah Island remains a haven for those who stay. However, the reasons for visiting have become more varied. From ten miles of romantic, unspoiled beach to 30 miles of paved, biking trails. From kayaking and canoeing adventures to alligator and birding walks.

2. Loews Ventana Canyon Resort — Tucson, AZ, United States

The 398-room Loews Ventana Canyon is set against the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains. You’ll find yourself in awe of the living desert surroundings. Golf on site, two Tom Fazio-designed courses and rejuvenate in the world-class spa. With over 30,000 square feet in meeting space, evening stargazing with an on-site telescope, 24-hour room service and private balconies in every room, Loews Ventana Canyon is suited for the pleasure-seeking leisure traveler as well as the professional conference guest.

3. The American Club — Kohler, WI, United States

The American Club, the Midwest’s only AAA Five Diamond Resort Hotel provides country elegance in the charming Village of Kohler, less than an hour north of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The resort offers a host of diversions year-round, including award-winning golf courses Blackwolf Run and Whistling Straits; the Kohler Waters Spa; and special events such as the Kohler Food & Wine Experience, Christmas Kohler and a Spring Garden Market.

4. Four Seasons Punta Mita — Punta Mita, Mexico

5. Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows — Kohala Coast, Kona, United States

At Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Bungalows, Each Guest Receives VIP Treatment Beginning At Check-in. All Guests Are Welcomed With Traditional Hawaiian Hospitality, Receiving A Lei Greeting And Refreshing Fruit At Check-in. They Are Then Escorted To Their Hotel Room By One Of The Many Staff Members On Hand. This AAA 5 Diamond Award Winner is Located On The Big Island’s Kohala Coast, Hawaii’s Sunniest Coastline With Only Eight Inches Of Rain Annually.