DLIII Redesigns Plantation Course at Sea Island
For the last 25 years—and largely under the radar—Davis Love III has been designing courses. With brother Mark, the Loves have done quite a bit of renovation work as well as creating some wonderful original layouts, among them Atlantic Dunes on Hilton Head Island, The Dunes Course at Diamante in Cabo San Lucas, and the […]
Weather Man: PGA Tour Meteorologist Stewart Williams
From miles away, Stewart Williams could tell the torrential afternoon thunderstorm would douse Akron, Ohio. Sure enough, it poured buckets on the field at July’s Bridgestone Senior Players Championship for a short time, but long enough to wash out bunkers. Just when the maintenance staff had the course ready to resume play, another storm rolled […]
LINKS Golf Podcast Ep. 15 – A Deep Dive on Hilton Head Island
The hosts discuss their “home island” where LINKS Magazine has been based for over 30 years. Ian and Graylyn talk about the golf options on the island, where to stay, where to find the best deals, and where to eat and drink. The two also dive into Bluffton, S.C., where you’ll find even more golf […]
Frugal Golfer: Hilton Head
By Graylyn Loomis With 24 courses and an annual PGA Tour event, it’s safe to say that Hilton Head Island is synonymous with golf. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be synonymous with costly. With a little searching and smart planning, the frugal golfer will find courses, accommodations, and dining options at every price point. Many […]
Berkeley Hall Club is a Serious Golfer’s Paradise
Home to The Players Amateur (one of the premier amateur events in the country), a 33-acre Golf Practice and Learning Center, and two golf courses by Tom Fazio, Berkeley Hall Club has been a serious golfer’s paradise since it first opened in 2001 on the banks of the Okatie River, just minutes from Hilton […]
Haig Point, Daufuskie Island: Not Your Average Golf Community
This is not your average golf community. Yes, it has an award-winning golf course, even an equestrian center and spectacular beach. But what’s notable is what it doesn’t have: cars. Located on Daufuskie Island, Haig Point is accessible only by ferry from Hilton Head, and that ferry doesn’t take automobiles. Once on the island, transport is […]
Six Months After Hurricane Matthew, Harbour Town Ready To Host PGA Tour
This past October, Harbour Town Golf Links and the entire Hilton Head, South Carolina area was struck by Hurricane Matthew. The devastating hurricane hit the area with 90 mph winds and storm surge that was estimated to be at least 12 feet high. The damaging winds and water resulted in significant damage to the […]
Darren Clarke To Open Bar in Hilton Head
It’s no secret Darren Clarke enjoys a pint or two after a round on the golf course. He famously told reporters after his win at the 2011 Open Championship that he had “had a few beers”. That should all help as he embarks on a new journey off the course: bar owner. Clarke announced via […]
Hilton Head Island Golf Recovers after Hurricane Matthew
As Hurricane Matthew made its way up the east coast of the U.S. in early October, it brought with it record rainfall, a tidal storm surge, and heavy winds. The storm nearly made landfall on Hilton Head Island, S.C., where the LINKS offices are based: Winds reached almost 90 miles per hour and the island […]
Hilton Head Recovers from Hurricane Matthew
Despite reports to the contrary, Hilton Head is recovering nicely post Matthew
