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Family travel 5: Golf, an all-ages pastime

Take to the links with your crew where they'll develop skills in a sport they can enjoy for a lifetime. Here are five extraordinary places where you can tee it up together: Marine & Lawn North Berwick, Scotland Blend some of the globe's most coveted golf rounds with a stay in the charming seaside town of North Berwick. Tucked between two bays, and surrounded by historic links, the resort will mesmerize students of the game with its history and tradition. Check in to the Marine & Lawn North Berwick hotel, where you will be welcomed by a gracious staff, sweeping views of the iconic West Links (where golf has been played since the 17th century) in the foreground and the Firth of Forth and Bass Rock beyond. Touch base with the knowledgeable concierge to make or confirm tee times in the area. When not making memories on the hallowed fairways, visit the hotel's wellness center, or stroll into town to sample local cafes, pubs and shops. To plan your own grand tour of historic golf destinations, tap into Marine & Lawn's curated collection of iconic hotels, matched with the finest courses in Scotland and Northern Ireland. For more: Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch, Scottsdale, Arizona Kids can make their way to the junior tees on three nine-hole tracks in a resort town where sun-drenched golf attracts a bevy of top professionals as well as part-time players. Junior clubs, lessons and course activities are available at the adjacent Gainey Ranch Golf Club, where tee times are reserved for club members and resort guests. Take a break from play to ride a gondola around the lake, take a two-wheeled spin through the nearby greenbelt or cool off in the water playground where sparkling pools, a sandy beach and water slides entertain. Simplify your travel by sending your clubs directly to the pro shop via Shipsticks. For more: The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, Georgia If you've ever been inspired to play after watching the Masters golf tournament each spring, you'll want to experience the game at these courses not far from the famed Augusta National. The luxurious, lakeside resort is home to five championship courses designed by architects Rees Jones, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Fazio and Bob Cupp, each inspired by the natural surroundings including Georgia oak trees, rolling hills, flowering dogwoods and a Lake Oconee backdrop. It's a destination where multigenational families will gather for a putting contest, a lakeside picnic, a day of fishing or an afternoon spent poolside. For more: The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, Colorado Known for its impeccable service and stunning views, this five-star resort and golf program has played host to national tournaments as well as families eager to enjoy the storied game. With Rocky Mountain grandeur as your backdrop, choose from multiple courses, each providing unique challenges and enjoyment. Ask about complimentary Sunday-afternoon family golf clinics and weekday golf packages. Beyond the links, families enjoy hiking, resort-style pools, bowling, boating and tennis. For more: Pinehurst, North Carolina Golf continues to surge in popularity. From coast to coast, families have been drawn to the links for outdoor fun in a scenic surrounding. Up your game with a visit to America's largest golf resort. Legendary Pinehurst, in North Carolina, welcomes young players with junior tee markers and scorecards on all but one of the resort's courses. Plan a multigenerational tournament on Thistle Dhu, an 18-hole putting course reminiscent of the Himalayas Course at The Old Course in St. Andrews, Scotland. Play is free for resort guests. Book a tee time on The Cradle, a welcoming, Gil Hanse-designed par-3 short course where kids 17 and under play free with an adult. Consider a stay in luxurious multilevel four or eight bedroom cottages overlooking course No. 8, and enjoy access to communal fire pits and a putting green available exclusively to cottage guests. Ask about family packages, clinics and free rentals for juniors. For more: ____________ Copyright (C) 2025, Tribune Content Agency, LLC. Portions copyrighted by the respective providers.