5 MARGARITAVILLE VACATION
CLUB DESTINATIONS GREAT
FOR GOLF AND RELAXATION
A good golf trip is a balancing act: the fun challenge of
conquering the course paired with some post-round relaxation.
Look no further than these five Margaritaville Vacation Club
destinations that excel in recharging golfers while also serving
as a jumping off point for some vacation exploration.
Choose your travel persona
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Margaritaville Vacation Club - St. Thomas
“So how’s the job treating—?” Shh! No work talk here.
The pool at Margaritaville Vacation Club - St. Thomas is an oasis on an island brimming with adventure,
attracting the foremost experts in R&R. Start by lying
back with your latest read and catching some rays from
a lounge chair. Need to cool off after working on your
short game? Wade into the pool’s welcoming waters
and paddle over to the Chill Bar to enjoy the shade and
a fresh cocktail from your submerged bar stool.
Tip
Don’t want to stray too far
from the pool? The 5 o’Clock
Somewhere Bar sits at the
water’s edge for anyone in
need of a frosty margarita or
tasty fish tacos.
Where to Play
Practice your virtual golf game at The Island Green, where you can conquer a world-class
course on a simulator, sip a craft cocktail, or nosh on chicken wings or pizza slices.
Relax
Enjoy the gentle uplift as the Skyride to
Paradise Point rises 700 feet above the St. Thomas Harbor, so high that on clear
days you can spy Puerto Rico and St.
Croix. Enhance your view with a cocktail,
perhaps Taste at Paradise Point’s Bailey's
Bushwacker, a frozen medley of spirits made
with crème de cacao and whipped cream.
Explore
Absorb St. Thomas’ rich history as you explore
downtown Charlotte Amalie. Tour the imposing
redbrick Fort Christian, the installation built in the late 1600s as part of the West India
and Guinea Company’s efforts to colonize the
island. Across Forts Straede, take a peaceful
walk through Emancipation Garden, the
downtown park that celebrates the freeing of
the island’s enslaved people in 1848.
Dine
Overlooking Hull Bay on the north side of
the island, Fish Bar serves freshly caught bounties from the sea. Dig into chef-selected
Baked Oysters (served with sofrito butter,
Manchego cheese, and grilled lemon) or
a Caribbean fish plate (choice of fish with
creamed corn, avocado salad, rice and peas,
and a passion fruit glaze).
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Margaritaville
Vacation Club -
Nashville
No matter which rhythm your vacation follows — a
concert’s lively drum beats, dulcet piano notes at a
coffee shop, or guitar strums underscoring dinner —
Margaritaville Vacation Club - Nashville will serve
as your base camp for a music-based getaway (with
a round or two of golf thrown in). Just don’t forget
to allow some time to unwind — preferably on the
resort rooftop, where the pool adds a taste of the
tropics to the Music City skyline.
Tip
Your new favorite watering
hole might be up on the roof. In
fact, moseying over to Fins Bar
for a margarita or cocktail is
one of the few valid reasons to
abandon your sunny deck chair.
Where to Play
Go low along the Cumberland River at Gaylord Springs Golf Links, sinking your putts on well-manicured greens that border wetlands and limestone bluffs. Farther east along the
Cumberland, choose from Hermitage Golf Course’s pair of heralded courses: President’s
Reserve and General’s Retreat. For a budget-friendly pick, head to Harpeth Hills Golf
Course on Nashville’s south side. It’s one of the top public courses in Tennessee.
Relax
Linger over a tiramisu latte topped with
mascarpone cold foam and an order of
avocado toast at Crema Coffee Roasters’
downtown location. If you want to bring
some barista skills home with you, enroll in
one of Crema’s public coffee classes, held in
the on-site Training Lab.
Explore
If it’s your first visit to the Music City, put
the “Mother Church” at the top of your
itinerary. Choose from the self-guided
Ryman Auditorium tour or opt for a guided backstage excursion that delves deeper into
this storied music venue. Better yet, get lost
in the legendary acoustics during a set from
a touring country or bluegrass act.
Dine
A few blocks southeast of the resort,
The Listening Room Cafe offers an intimate setting for live performances of original
songs sung by the folks who wrote them.
If you stop by for a lunchtime set, opt for the
Turkey Apple Crisp sandwich: house-smoked
turkey breast, bacon, Granny Smith apples,
Swiss cheese, and cranberry aioli.
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Margaritaville
Vacation Club -
Rio Mar
Margaritaville Vacation Club - Rio Mar’s secluded strand beneath the leafy green El Yunque rainforest is
the ideal place to kick off your flip-flops, bury your toes
in the sand, and soak up the warming rays of sunshine
after a morning on the course. Before breakfast, take a
sunrise walk (or even jog) along the waves. With some
chilled refreshment in hand, return in the afternoon to
sandcastle, sunbathe, and swim to your heart’s content.
And when night falls, lie back for some sandy stargazing
as the tide laps the shore.
Tip
Take advantage of the Frozen
Concoction Maker in your
room or suite and enjoy a
margarita amid the beachy
breeze on your balcony.
Where to Play
Head next door to the Wyndham Grand Rio Mar Rainforest, Beach & Golf Resort and choose from a
pair of championship courses. Keep your shots within the palm-lined fairways on the Ocean Course,
and take your time at the postcard-worthy 16th, a par-3 considered one of the most picturesque holes
in the Caribbean. The River Course blends with the surrounding greenery and features a refreshing
ocean breeze that hopefully keeps approach shots out of the tranquil Río Mameyes.
Relax
Wyndham Grand Rio Mar isn’t only a golf
destination; it’s also home to a sanctuary of
serenity: Mandara Spa. Center yourself in the oceanfront meditation area before indulging
in one of the spa’s signature treatments —
a Fire & Ice Massage that employs heated
basalt stones and ice-cold gels to loosen
any aching muscles.
Explore
Immerse yourself in the green expanse of
El Yunque National Forest, almost 29,000 acres of tropical rainforest teeming with
biodiversity. Keep an eye out for the Puerto
Rican parrot or the tiny coqui frog as you
walk beneath the tabonuco trees on the
Angelito Trail. The short path meanders along the Río Mameyes before arriving at
Las Damas Pool, where you’re welcome to
take a quick rainforest swim.
Dine
Nestled in the forested hills above
Margaritaville Vacation Club - Rio Mar,
Richie’s Restaurant serves up Caribbean cuisine in two open-air dining rooms. Gaze
over scenic vistas of the verdant El Yunque
and the dramatic Atlantic coastline while
biting into fresh red snapper or mashed
plantain stuffed with conch.
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Margaritaville
Vacation Club -
Desert Blue
A short jaunt from the hubbub and hoopla of the
Las Vegas Strip, Margaritaville Vacation Club - Desert
Blue’s palm-shaded pools are the ideal spot to unwind
before diving headfirst into the neon-hued extravaganza
of gaming, entertainment, and dining that’s just a mile
down the road. And after playing a round in the desert,
the spacious, beach-inspired suites (some measure up
to about 1,400 square feet) will help you rest up for
another night under the twinkling Vegas marquees.
Tip
In the mood for blackjack or slots but don’t want to venture onto the Strip? The tables and slots at Rio Las Vegas are right across West Twain Avenue.
Where to Play
Championship golf abounds in the Las Vegas Valley, starting with the historic Las Vegas National Golf Club, an oasis of a course designed in 1961 that features two lakes and thousands of trees. Desert Pines Golf Club’s namesake greenery exudes an alpine scent as you attempt to keep your ball on the fairways — and out of their deep bunkers. For a change of pace, Atomic Golf’s driving range and putting district complement a bustling nightlife atmosphere. (Plus, you can fire the high-powered, first-of-its-kind golf ball cannon.)
Relax
Breathe in the rejuvenating morning air during a leisurely hike at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, about a 20-mile drive outside Las Vegas. Try the Calico Basin Trail, a 1.5-mile round-trip past fiery red rock formations and ash trees fed by the Calico Spring.
Explore
Revel in the bright lights of yesteryear at The Neon Museum. Its outdoor collection — found in the “Neon Boneyard” — includes more than 250 signs that adorned former Vegas institutions, like the Stardust Resort and Casino, the La Concha Motel, and The Flame restaurant. Visit after dark for the best glow.
Dine
Don’t be fooled by what appears to be a pawn shop within The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas. Once you walk through the storefront, opulence and shared plates — Mexican street corn ravioli and gochujang salmon, for instance — are on the menu within the jewelry-box-themed dining rooms at Beauty & Essex.
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Margaritaville Vacation Club - Atlanta
Margaritaville Vacation Club - Atlanta borders an Olympic venue (Centennial Olympic Park), but that doesn’t mean visitors have to sprint through their vacations. Balance your escape between natural exploration, elevated relaxation, and culinary experimentation. And if the competitive spirit does grab you, gather your clubs and hit the links. The cool, welcoming waters of the rooftop pool will be waiting for you to return.
Tip
The resort’s Presidential
accommodations can sleep
four to 12 people, making
it a destination well-suited
for group golf trips, family
vacations, or bachelor and
bachelorette parties.
Where to Play
For a twist on the traditional 18 holes, book a tee time in the shadow of the Atlanta skyline at
Bobby Jones Golf Course. It’s a nine-hole course that golfers play twice; its wide-open design,
plethora of tee boxes, and two pins per green create an entirely different back nine. If you prefer
a classic 18 holes, try Browns Mill Golf Course just a short trip from downtown.
Relax
Your resort isn’t the only structure towering over Centennial Olympic Park. The SkyView Atlanta Ferris wheel rises almost 20 stories above the park, offering dramatic panoramic views of the entire skyline from its 42 private gondolas. They’re climate controlled, too, though for extra comfort you can book the VIP gondola with a glass floor, cushy seats, and a longer ride time.
Explore
Hundreds of species swim, splash, and float in Georgia Aquarium’s more than 11 million gallons of water, including penguins, sharks, and a 5-year-old beluga whale named Shila. A few of the animals even paint their own masterpieces, so visitors can take home abstract works from their favorite sea lion or dolphin.
Dine
Merchants began selling at Municipal Market — Curb Market to locals — back in 1918 in the Sweet Auburn neighborhood. Today’s iteration includes produce vendors and butchers alongside some of Atlanta’s most popular eateries. Sample as much as you can to find your new favorite soul food, Cajun, or Caribbean dish.
