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Fly-In Golf Destinations: 11 Sweet Spots To Keep You Swinging All Year Round
by Carrie Miner
 Pilots looking to hit the greens this summer can easily visit some of the best golf courses in the country. By combining the love of open air and open play on the links, you can create the perfect recreational weekend while exploring new vacation spots.
Get into the swing of things at some of the country’s historically full-service resorts or opt for a mini-vacation at a golf course with an on-site airstrip.
In our search for the best of the best, we’ve compiled our top eleven golf destinations, each of which includes challenging courses, fine dining, recreational activities, luxurious lodging, and close proximity to a runway.
So pack your bags, grab your clubs and head out for a swinging good time. It just doesn’t get any better than this.
The Homestead Resort 
Hot Springs, Virginia
When you step up to the tee at the Old Course, you’re walking the same path as presidents, princes and some of the greatest golfers in the world.
In fact, the legendary Sam Snead started his long career on the greens of The Homestead Resort, which ranks as one of the oldest and most illustrious spa resorts in the country.
Set against the backdrop of the Virginia’ Allegheny Mountains, The Homestead Resort was founded in 1766 – a full decade before Thomas Jefferson penned the Declaration of Independence.
Today, you can enjoy the mineral hot springs that Thomas Jefferson said were “of the first merit” and play on three of the most impressive mountain courses in the world.
The Old Course, which ranks as the “oldest first tee in continuous use in the U.S.” has been redesigned several times over the last 113 years. The Lower Cascades Course features wide-open fairways and the challenging Cascades Course has hosted seven USGA championships. Best of all, those seeking relaxation can also enjoy the resort’s other recreational activities including rock climbing, rafting and falconry.
Airport: Ingalls Field
Airport [KHSP]
Golf: Three 18-hole golf courses and Homestead’s Golf Advantage School.
Other Attractions: Horseback and carriage rides, trap, skeet and sporting clay shooting, tennis, hiking trails, lawn games, bowling center, indoor and outdoor pools, fitness center, fly fishing, falconry, ice skating, skiing, mountain biking, hot springs, shopping, live entertainment and The Homestead Spa.
Dining: Eight restaurants, a sports bar and
a lounge.
Accommodations: 409 rooms and 87 suites.
Contact: 540.839.1766 or 800.838.1766; www.thehomestead.com.
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