Many golfers in northern climates may think the season is over. Or at least until that next business trip or Thanksgiving vacation. Living in Colorado, I’ve played in all types of conditions to quench my thirst for the links. Since I can’t guarantee when that one sunny November day in the Twin Cities or Boston will be I’ve limited my suggestions to warmer climates.
There are three reasons why golf in November is ideal.
First, rates are cheaper. In Phoenix and the Valley of the Sun, it’s early season and greens fees are still good. You can play while visiting retired parents. If there are a couple of famed courses on your must play-before-I-die list, November is the time to look for more affordable rates.
Second, golf courses are not as busy. Peak tourist season has not hit Panama City or Orlando. So you won’t have to spend half your time sitting in a golf cart.
Third, the weather is better. In Miami it’s after hurricane season. Courses haven’t been hacked up and the winter grass has come in. Hotel rates are very reasonable, too. When playing golf in New Orleans you won’t have to wring out your...