Volcanic ridgelines, ancient lava fields, and Pacific panoramas across two islands that justify every mile of the flight and every dollar of the green fee.
Hawaii
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$195–$546
The flight is long. From the West Coast, five hours. From Chicago or Dallas, eight or more. The green fees, once you arrive, are higher than the mainland average by a comfortable margin. The rental car, essential on both islands, will cost more than you expect during peak season. None of this is a secret, and none of it has slowed the steady procession of golfers who make the trip and come back convinced it was worth every logistical inconvenience....
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Non-golf activities and companion experiences
Pre-planned itineraries for Hawaii (Maui / Big Island)
Five nights across two islands playing Kapalua Plantation on Maui and Mauna Lani South on the Big Island, connected by a 40-minute inter-island flight.
Five nights across West and South Maui playing Kapalua's Plantation and Bay courses and Wailea Gold, with Molokini snorkelling and whale watching between rounds.
Four nights on the Kohala Coast playing Mauna Lani South and Mauna Kea with a full day at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park between rounds.
Airports, rental cars, seasonal pricing, and local knowledge for Hawaii (Maui / Big Island).