{"id":107664,"date":"2024-01-19T10:51:44","date_gmt":"2024-01-19T13:51:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=107664"},"modified":"2024-02-02T14:51:23","modified_gmt":"2024-02-02T17:51:23","slug":"best-golf-bachelor-party-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/best-golf-bachelor-party-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"2024\u2019s Best Bachelor Party Destinations for Golfers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Which U.S. cities are best for a golf-centric last hurrah with the guys?<\/p>    <p>Ahead of the wedding season, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/\">LawnStarter<\/a> ranked 2024&#8217;s Best Bachelor Party Destinations for Golfers.<\/p>    <p>We compared the 200 biggest U.S. cities based on three categories: Play, Stay, and Party. More specifically, we factored in golfer-friendliness, bachelor party-friendliness, and hangover cure index, among 12 total metrics.<\/p>    <p>Check out our leaderboard below. To learn how we ranked the cities, see our <a href=\"#methodology\">methodology<\/a>.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents<\/h2>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"#rankings\">City Rankings<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#top-5\">Top 5 Close Up<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#key-insights\">The Upshot<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#ask-the-experts\">Ask the Experts<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#methodology\">Behind the Ranking<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"#final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>   <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"rankings\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">City Rankings<\/h2>    <p>See how each city fared in our ranking:<\/p>   <div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"d6c889b0-0433-49ad-99ff-14e1d6aba28a\" data-type=\"interactive\"><\/div><script>!function(e,t,s,i){var n=\"InfogramEmbeds\",o=e.getElementsByTagName(\"script\"),d=o[0],r=\/^http:\/.test(e.location)?\"http:\":\"https:\";if(\/^\\\/{2}\/.test(i)&&(i=r+i),window[n]&&window[n].initialized)window[n].process&&window[n].process();else if(!e.getElementById(s)){var a=e.createElement(\"script\");a.async=1,a.id=s,a.src=i,d.parentNode.insertBefore(a,d)}}(document,0,\"infogram-async\",\"\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\");<\/script>   <div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"d93fb75b-6f6d-424e-ad17-d5bd6e26c860\" data-type=\"interactive\"><\/div><script>!function(e,t,s,i){var n=\"InfogramEmbeds\",o=e.getElementsByTagName(\"script\"),d=o[0],r=\/^http:\/.test(e.location)?\"http:\":\"https:\";if(\/^\\\/{2}\/.test(i)&&(i=r+i),window[n]&&window[n].initialized)window[n].process&&window[n].process();else if(!e.getElementById(s)){var a=e.createElement(\"script\");a.async=1,a.id=s,a.src=i,d.parentNode.insertBefore(a,d)}}(document,0,\"infogram-async\",\"\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\");<\/script>   <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"top-5\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top 5 Close Up<\/h2>    <p>Check out the slideshow below for highlights on each of our top 5 cities.<\/p>   <div style=\"min-height: 535px;; \" class=\"ub_image_slider swiper-container wp-block-ub-image-slider\" id=\"ub_image_slider_ac7d8688-bbd5-47b6-8ffe-56790193bb8a\" data-swiper-data='{\"speed\":300,\"spaceBetween\":20,\"slidesPerView\":1,\"loop\":true,\"pagination\":{\"el\": \".swiper-pagination\" , \"type\": \"bullets\", \"clickable\":true},\"navigation\": {\"nextEl\": \".swiper-button-next\", \"prevEl\": \".swiper-button-prev\"}, \"keyboard\": { \"enabled\": true }, \"effect\": \"slide\",\"simulateTouch\":false}'>             <div class=\"swiper-wrapper\"><figure class=\"swiper-slide\">                 <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Las-Vegas-NV-1.jpg\" alt=\"A nighttime aerial view of the Las Vegas, Nevada, skyline featuring some of the most famous landmarks on The Strip, such as the Bellagio fountain, the Eiffel Tower, and the High Roller ferris wheel\" style=\"height: 500px;; \">                 <figcaption class=\"ub_image_slider_image_caption\"><strong>No. 1: <\/strong>Las Vegas | <strong>Overall Score: <\/strong>62.36<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/best-cities-for-golfers\/\"><strong>Golfer-Friendliness Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 3 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 3<br><strong>Number of Night Golf Courses: <\/strong>2 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 1<br><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-bachelor-party-destinations\/\"><strong>Bachelor Party-Friendliness Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 4 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 4<br><strong>Average Last Call Time for Bars and Pubs:<\/strong> 7 a.m. | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 1 (tie)<br><strong>Number of Golf Resorts: <\/strong>3 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 5 (tie)<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wynnlasvegas.com\/experiences\/golf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wynn Golf Club<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mgmresorts.com\/en\/shadow-creek-golf-course.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shadow Creek Golf Course<\/a> are two of the most premium golf courses in the country and can\u2019t-miss experiences if you can swing it, but they sport the price tags to match. For something a touch more wallet-friendly, try the legendary <a href=\"https:\/\/balihaigolfclub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bali Hai Golf Club<\/a>.<br><br>Las Vegas is also home to one of the most impressive <a href=\"https:\/\/topgolf.com\/us\/las-vegas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Topgolf<\/a> facilities you\u2019ll ever visit, complete with two pools and a movie theater-sized screen for watching sports. Just outside the city, <a href=\"https:\/\/angelpark.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Angel Park<\/a> is another loaded golf option with two 18-hole courses and a fully lighted par-3 course with tee times into the night.<br><br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/uxU_jyu9e7U\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Julian Paefgen<\/a> \/ Unsplash \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/license\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unsplash License<\/a><\/figcaption>             <\/figure><figure class=\"swiper-slide\">                 <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Orlando-FL-LL-1.jpg\" alt=\"A twilight view of the Orlando, Florida, skyline reflecting on Lake Eola\" style=\"height: 500px;; \">                 <figcaption class=\"ub_image_slider_image_caption\"><strong>No. 2: <\/strong>Orlando, Florida | <strong>Overall Score:<\/strong> 58.32<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/best-cities-for-golfers\/\"><strong>Golfer-Friendliness Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 2 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 2<br><strong>Number of Driving Ranges:<\/strong> 4 | <strong>Rank: <\/strong>16 (tie)<br><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-bachelor-party-destinations\/\"><strong>Bachelor Party-Friendliness Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 10 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 10<br><strong>Number of Golf Resorts:<\/strong> 10 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 1<br><strong>Number of Golfer-Friendly Hotels: <\/strong>772 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 1<br><br>Orlando is loaded with courses to fit whatever golf experience you\u2019re looking for \u2014 from the super premium <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ritzcarlton.com\/en\/hotels\/mcorz-the-ritz-carlton-orlando-grande-lakes\/golf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ritz Carlton Golf Course<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.waldorfastoriaorlando.com\/golf\/golf-club\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Waldorf Astoria Golf Club<\/a> to the walking-only, 9-hole <a href=\"https:\/\/cityofwinterpark.org\/departments\/parks-recreation\/golf-courses\/winter-park-golf-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winter Park Golf Course<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ocngolf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Orange County National Golf Center and Lodge<\/a> \u2014 with two full-length courses, a short course, and one of the largest practice facilities you\u2019ll ever see \u2014 is the perfect place for a full day of golf with the guys.<br><br>Once you\u2019ve put the clubs away for the day, head out to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalorlando.com\/web\/en\/us\/theme-parks\/citywalk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Universal CityWalk<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.disneysprings.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disney Springs<\/a> for a unique nightlife atmosphere. If the theme-park vibes aren\u2019t your thing, you can keep the golf going into the late hours at <a href=\"https:\/\/topgolf.com\/us\/orlando\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Topgolf<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegreensindoorgolf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Greens Indoor Golf &amp; Bar<\/a> on International Drive.<br><br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/city-view-over-the-lake-7453854\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">M-DESIGNZ<\/a> \/ Pexels \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pexels License<\/a><\/figcaption>             <\/figure><figure class=\"swiper-slide\">                 <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Houston-TX.png\" alt=\"People lounge around in a park in the foreground with the Houston, Texas, skyline in the background.\" style=\"height: 500px;; \">                 <figcaption class=\"ub_image_slider_image_caption\"><strong>No. 3: <\/strong>Houston | <strong>Overall Score: <\/strong>54.64<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/best-cities-for-golfers\/\"><strong>Golfer-Friendliness Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 13 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 13<br><strong>Number of Driving Ranges:<\/strong> 16 | <strong>Rank: <\/strong>1<br><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-bachelor-party-destinations\/\"><strong>Bachelor Party-Friendliness Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 5 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 5<br><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-cities-hangover-cure\/\"><strong>Hangover Cure Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 25 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 25<br><strong>Number of Golfer-Friendly Hotels: <\/strong>583 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 2<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cypresswood.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cypresswood Golf Club<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.golfclubofhouston.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Golf Club of Houston<\/a> are stellar golf facilities, each with 36 holes apiece, and make for a surefire option for golf groups looking for a double dip. For something truly unique, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tour18golf.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tour 18 Golf Course<\/a>, which features 18 different replicas of some of the most famous holes from around the country. Houston also sports three different <a href=\"https:\/\/topgolf.com\/us\/locations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Topgolf<\/a> locations and the lighted <a href=\"https:\/\/eastriver9.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">East River 9<\/a> for night golf.<br><br>After you swap your golf spikes for your party shoes, check out Downtown and Midtown for upscale hangs or Morningside Drive for your own pub crawl. <a href=\"https:\/\/littlewoodrows.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Little Woodrow\u2019s<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bailesonbrewing.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Baileson Brewing Co.<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.underthevolcanohouston.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Under The Volcano<\/a> are highlights.<br><br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/people-sitting-on-green-grass-field-near-city-buildings-during-daytime-9NUG56VAt4A\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CY<\/a> \/ Unsplash \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/license\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unsplash License<\/a><\/figcaption>             <\/figure><figure class=\"swiper-slide\">                 <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/Los-Angeles1.jpg\" alt=\"A shot of the Los Angeles skyline with the Griffith Observatory in the forground from a hill surrounded by plants\" style=\"height: 500px;; \">                 <figcaption class=\"ub_image_slider_image_caption\"><strong>No. 4: <\/strong>Los Angeles | <strong>Overall Score: <\/strong>51.25<br><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/best-cities-for-golfers\/\"><strong>Golfer-Friendliness Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 7 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 7<br><strong>Number of Night Golf Courses:<\/strong> 1 | <strong>Rank: <\/strong>2 (tie)<br><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-bachelor-party-destinations\/\"><strong>Bachelor Party-Friendliness Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 3 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 3<br><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-cities-hangover-cure\/\"><strong>Hangover Cure Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 12 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 12<br><strong>Number of Golfer-Friendly Hotels: <\/strong>519 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 5<br><br>While LA is great place for a golf-focused bachelor party, it\u2019s also known for being very spread out and having terrible traffic. To avoid spending more time on the interstate than the fairway, try the golf facilities at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.golf.lacity.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Griffith Park<\/a> (two 18-hole courses and two 9-hole courses) and <a href=\"https:\/\/ihgolfclub.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Industry Hills Golf Club<\/a> (two 18-hole courses and a premium practice facility).<br><br>Again, with efficiency in mind, it\u2019s best to pick a neighborhood or two to focus your nightlife activities. Hollywood and Downtown are sure bets for a good time. Echo Park and the Sunset Strip are always hip. Redondo Beach and Venice are top choices for laidback vibes and ocean views, while Santa Monica has plenty of high-end options.<br><br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/white-and-brown-buildings-2709964\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Roberto Nickson<\/a> \/ Pexels \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pexels License<\/a><\/figcaption>             <\/figure><figure class=\"swiper-slide\">                 <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/San-Diego.jpg\" alt=\"Boats float while docked at the marina at sunset, with the San Diego skyline glittering in the background.\" style=\"height: 500px;; \">                 <figcaption class=\"ub_image_slider_image_caption\"><strong>No. 5: <\/strong>San Diego | <strong>Overall Score: <\/strong>51.19<br><br><strong>Number of Night Golf Courses:<\/strong> 1 | <strong>Rank: <\/strong>2 (tie)<br><strong>Number of Driving Ranges:<\/strong> 5 | <strong>Rank: <\/strong>10 (tie)<br><a href=\"https:\/\/lawnlove.com\/blog\/best-bachelor-party-destinations\/\"><strong>Bachelor Party-Friendliness Index<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> 8 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 8<br><strong>Number of Golf Resorts:<\/strong> 2 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 9 (tie)<br><strong>Number of Golfer-Friendly Hotels: <\/strong>242 | <strong>Rank:<\/strong> 16<br><br>Do <em>not<\/em> miss <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sandiego.gov\/torrey-pines\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Torrey Pines Golf Course<\/a>. This 36-hole golf facility is perched on the coastal cliffs of the <a href=\"https:\/\/torreypine.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve<\/a> and offers some of the most incredible views you\u2019ll ever see from a golf course. Host to two <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usopen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">U.S. Open<\/a> Championships, the annual <a href=\"https:\/\/www.farmersinsuranceopen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Farmer\u2019s Insurance Open<\/a>, and your bachelor party weekend round of golf, this iconic coastal golf course will deliver a golf experience you and your buddies will never forget.<br>\u00a0<br>San Diego is also home to a thriving brewery scene, so you\u2019ll have plenty of options in the evening when reminiscing on your round over a cold one. The Gaslamp Quarter is a nightlife hotspot for bar hopping, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.encinitasalehouse.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Encinitas Ale House<\/a> features an impressive 500 beers on draught.<br><br>Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/marina-during-golden-hour-2157685\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lucas Fonseca<\/a> \/ Pexels \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/license\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pexels License<\/a><\/figcaption>             <\/figure><\/div>             <div class=\"swiper-pagination\"><\/div>             <div class=\"swiper-button-prev\"><\/div> <div class=\"swiper-button-next\"><\/div>         <\/div>  <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"key-insights\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Upshot<\/h2>    <p>You wouldn\u2019t bet against <strong>Las Vegas<\/strong> coming in atop a list of the best bachelor party destinations \u2014 they don\u2019t call it Sin City for nothing. However, you might not have expected it to be the <strong>best bachelor party destination for golf lovers<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>The Entertainment Capital of the World <strong>scored an ace<\/strong> in our ranking after a winning finish in both the \u201cParty\u201d and \u201cPlay\u201d categories, thanks to a <strong>thriving party scene<\/strong> surrounded by plenty of <strong>legendary courses<\/strong>.<\/p>    <p><strong>Orlando, Florida<\/strong>, played <strong>runner-up<\/strong> due to a hole-in-one in the \u201cStay\u201d category and a strong showing in \u201cPlay\u201d \u2014 despite a \u201cParty\u201d score just outside the <strong>top 20<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>Houston<\/strong> was no slouch and took home the <strong>bronze medal<\/strong> with solid scores across the board.<\/p>    <p>Two SoCal hotspots \u2014 <strong>Los Angeles<\/strong> and <strong>San Diego<\/strong>, home to some of the most <strong>iconic courses<\/strong> on Earth and <strong>nightlife<\/strong> to compete with the best \u2014 rounded out our <strong>top 5<\/strong>.<\/p>    <p>The bottom of our list was unsurprisingly filled with mostly smaller cities and suburbs like <strong>Pasadena, Texas<\/strong>, and <strong>Miramar, Florida<\/strong>. Despite decent \u201cStay\u201d rankings \u2014 <strong>8<\/strong> of the <strong>bottom 25<\/strong> cities had <strong>top-50<\/strong> \u201cStay\u201d scores \u2014 they offer little elsewhere.<\/p>   <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"ask-the-experts\"><\/a><\/p>  <div id=\"experts-block\" class=\"experts\">     <h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold text-black mb-3\">Ask The Experts<\/h2>    <p>When it comes to planning the perfect golf getaway for the bachelor and his crew, the devil really is in the details.<\/p> <p>To make sure you have all the information you need to choose the right club, we asked the experts to play caddie and give you the lay of the land. Read their thoughts below.<\/p> <ol> <li>What are the three most essential items to bring on a bachelor party golf trip?<\/li> <li>How far in advance should a bachelor party group book their tee times?<\/li> <li>What are the three best ways to keep a golf bachelor party trip affordable?<\/li> <li>Are specials for bachelor party groups common at public golf courses? If not, what is a good alternative for group tee time?<\/li> <li>Is it better to check your own golf clubs on a plane or to rent them from a facility? 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A plan. Make sure that reservations are made for the group in advance and that all items needed are part of that reservation. Identify early how many are golfing, who needs to rent clubs, if a cart rental (or several carts) should be secured, and select who will be in which foursome prior to arriving at the course.<\/p> <p>Determine in advance who is paying (is everyone covering their own expenses, is the bachelor paying for everyone, is everyone paying for themselves and then pitching in to cover the bachelor&#8217;s expense) and provide golfers in your party with any anticipated expenses they may be responsible for so that no one is surprised.<\/p> <p>Prepare for how any other charges will be settled (like beverage expenses, tips for caddies, lunch) prior to arriving at the course. Having a clear plan will allow the group to enjoy the experience instead of someone being burdened with details and unanticipated expenses during the trip.<\/p> <p>2. Presents! Think about ways to make the bachelor\u2019s day on the course one that is special and unique to celebrate. Consider gifts or special experiences for those playing.<\/p> <p>Custom balls are available but must be ordered with enough lead time. Find an award or prize to give to the person with the best (or worst) score. Arrange for a Bloody Mary bar (or the bachelor&#8217;s favorite spirit) to greet the crew before or after the round. Create themed t-shirts for all (or pick names for the different foursomes and make team shirts). Think about ways to engage the group and tie it to the wedding theme, destination, or the bachelor.<\/p> <p>3. Patience. Be aware that your group may take longer on holes than other golfers on the course who aren&#8217;t there to celebrate. Encourage all in your group to be mindful of others on the course.<\/p> <p>Also, you may have people in your party who are avid golfers and others who haven&#8217;t swung a club in quite a while. Think about ways to engage players of different skill levels. The outing will likely be different than your typical golf experience and you should be ready to adapt based on the size of your group and the course rules.<\/p> <p><strong>How far in advance should a bachelor party group book their tee times?<\/strong><\/p> <p>As early as possible. Make sure to contact the clubhouse with details about your group so they can plan accordingly. Explain to them the purpose of your visit and ask for suggestions on timing or how to get your group scheduled so it is a good experience for all.<\/p> <p><strong>What are the three best ways to keep a golf bachelor party trip affordable?<\/strong><\/p> <p>1. Find a course that matches your group and your budget. Do research to understand any costs and verify with your friends that the course matches your needs.<\/p> <p>2. Think about the location of the golf course carefully. You can have as much fun at the local course as you can at a golf course in a destination city that requires everyone to pay for a flight and a hotel room. Decide where you want to spend money.<\/p> <p>3. Decide how much golf you really want to play. Are the participants really golf lovers or is golf meant to be the activity that supports the social connection? You could decide to play 9 holes or 18 holes, or you could sign everyone up for the driving range. Find something that matches the interest level (and budget) of those invited.<\/p> <p><strong>Are specials for bachelor party groups common at public golf courses? If not, what is a good alternative for group tee time?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Different courses have different policies regarding specials. Contact the courses you are interested in and talk to them about options.<\/p> <p>Some courses may be willing to provide options for their non-peak days and\/or time periods. Others may have packages specifically built for bachelor parties. Some courses do not offer specials at all.<\/p> <p><strong>Is it better to check your own golf clubs on a plane or to rent them from a facility? Why?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Traveling with your own clubs can give you a nicer experience on the course, but be prepared to pay for the oversized luggage fee that the airline may charge and ensure you have transportation to get the clubs to and from the airport, hotel, and course.<\/p> <p>Determine the cost of rental and compare it to the pros and cons of bringing your own to decide what might be best for you.<\/p>             <\/div>            <\/div>          <\/div>                <div           id=\"expert-mark-a-bonn-phd\"           class=\"mb-10 border border-gray-200 p-4 cursor-pointer lg:block\"           x-bind:class=\"{'lg:border-theme-green block': focusedExpert == 'mark-a-bonn-phd', 'hidden': focusedExpert != 'mark-a-bonn-phd'}\"           @click=\"openExpert('mark-a-bonn-phd', 'expert'); expertIsFocused = true\">            <div             x-bind:class=\"{'items-center': focusedExpert != 'mark-a-bonn-phd', 'items-start': focusedExpert == 'mark-a-bonn-phd'}\"             class=\"item mb-4 hidden lg:flex\"             @click=\"openExpert('mark-a-bonn-phd', 'expert')\">              <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mark-Bonn.png?wsr\" alt=\"Mark Bonn\" class=\"m-0 mr-3 w-16 h-16 object-cover rounded-full lg:w-20 lg:h-20\">              <div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'mark-a-bonn-phd'}\"                 class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-black font-medium\">Mark A. Bonn, Ph.D. <\/div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'mark-a-bonn-phd'}\"                 class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-gray-800\">Professor<\/div>               <div                 x-bind:class=\"{'trim-label': focusedExpert != 'mark-a-bonn-phd'}\"                 class=\"text-gray-600 text-sm\">Florida State University, Dedman School of Hospitality &amp; Tourism Management (Ret.)<\/div>             <\/div>           <\/div>            <div             class=\"hidden lg:block\"             x-bind:class=\"{'lg:hidden': focusedExpert == 'mark-a-bonn-phd'}\">             <button class=\"flex items-center text-theme-green open-details\" @click=\"openExpert('mark-a-bonn-phd', 'expert'); expertIsFocused = true\">View Answers <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 20.243 13.501\" class=\"w-4 ml-2\">                 <path data-name=\"Icon ionic-ios-arrow-round-forward\" d=\"M12.909.258a.919.919 0 00-.007 1.294l4.275 4.282H.907a.914.914 0 000 1.828H17.17l-4.275 4.286a.925.925 0 00.007 1.294.91.91 0 001.287-.007l5.794-5.836a1.026 1.026 0 00.19-.288.872.872 0 00.07-.352.916.916 0 00-.26-.64L14.189.283a.9.9 0 00-1.28-.025z\" fill=\"#48a27a\" \/>               <\/svg><\/button>           <\/div>            <div             class=\"details fixed top-0 left-0 bg-white h-screen z-10 overflow-scroll w-screen lg:w-full lg:relative lg:h-auto\"             x-cloak x-show=\"focusedExpert == 'mark-a-bonn-phd'\"             x-transition:enter=\"transition ease-out duration-100 transform\"             x-transition:enter-start=\"opacity-0 scale-95\"             x-transition:enter-end=\"opacity-100 scale-100\"             x-transition:leave=\"transition ease-in duration-75 transform\"             x-transition:leave-start=\"opacity-100 scale-100\"             x-transition:leave-end=\"opacity-0 scale-95\">              <div class=\"bg-theme-green p-4 mb-4 pb-20 relative text-white lg:bg-white lg:pb-0 lg:text-theme-green lg:mb-8\">               <button class=\"close-details mr-4 mt-2 absolute top-0 left-0 flex items-center ml-4 lg:mt-0 lg:ml-0\" x-on:click.stop=\"closeExpert('mark-a-bonn-phd')\">                 <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 20.243 13.501\" class=\"w-6 mr-2 fill-current\">                   <path data-name=\"Icon ionic-ios-arrow-round-forward\" d=\"M7.334 13.243a.919.919 0 00.007-1.294L3.066 7.667h16.27a.914.914 0 000-1.828H3.073l4.275-4.286A.925.925 0 007.341.259a.91.91 0 00-1.287.007L.26 6.102a1.026 1.026 0 00-.19.288.872.872 0 00-.07.352.916.916 0 00.26.64l5.794 5.836a.9.9 0 001.28.025z\" \/>                 <\/svg> Close               <\/button>             <\/div>              <div class=\"item text-center px-4 w-full text-center -mt-20 relative z-20 pointer-events-none lg:hidden\">               <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Mark-Bonn.png?wsr\" alt=\"Mark Bonn\" class=\"mt-0 mb-3 mx-auto w-32 h-32 object-cover rounded-full border-white border-4 shadow-xl\">               <div class=\"text-base leading-5 mb-2 text-black font-medium\">Mark A. Bonn, Ph.D. <\/div>               <div class=\"text-sm leading-5 mb-2 text-gray-800\">Professor<\/div>               <div class=\"text-gray-600 text-sm\">Florida State University, Dedman School of Hospitality &amp; Tourism Management (Ret.)<\/div>             <\/div>              <div class=\"px-4 lg:px-0\">               <p><strong>What are the three most essential items to bring on a bachelor party golf trip?<\/strong><\/p> <ol> <li>Golf equipment. Bring your own equipment vs. renting them, or having to purchase items such as golf gloves, golf balls, or even golf shoes, from the pro shop. Trying to play with rental clubs can be a frustrating experience, even for high handicappers.<\/li> <li>Proper attire. Prepare for unexpected changes in weather by packing the proper type of clothing needed for shifts in weather patterns \u2014 heat, rainy weather, cold temperatures, wind, etc.<\/li> <li>Open-mindedness. Many variables can affect group golf outings. Course conditions, speed of play, unexpected delays, and interaction with others all require patience and flexibility to maximize the overall enjoyment of the group experience.<\/li> <\/ol> <p><strong>How far in advance should a bachelor party group book their tee times?<\/strong><\/p> <p>As far as possible. There are many factors that must be considered, including:<\/p> <ul> <li>Capacity during peak seasons.<\/li> <li>Desired tee-times.<\/li> <li>Number of participants.<\/li> <\/ul> <p>Some courses have strict policies regarding desired (available) tee times for members vs. non-members.<\/p> <p><strong>What are the three best ways to keep a golf bachelor party trip affordable?<\/strong><\/p> <ol> <li>Create a daily itinerary and distribute it to all participants. This should identify those incidents requiring out-of-pocket expenses vs. those on the forecasted itinerary.<\/li> <li>Pre-trip planning. Book in advance to obtain determined and estimated costs.<\/li> <li>Avoid deviations to the itinerary. Even slight changes in plans can impact expenses.<\/li> <\/ol> <p><strong>Are specials for bachelor party groups common at public golf courses? If not, what is a good alternative for group tee time?<\/strong><\/p> <p>Public golf courses regularly engage in special event planning. As an alternative, review semi-private golf clubs for comparable options.<\/p> <p><strong>Is it better to check your own golf clubs on a plane or to rent them from a facility? Why?<\/strong><\/p> <p>In order to control expenses, it is always more desirable to bring your personal equipment with you. Even beginner golfers can become easily frustrated when attempting to use \u2018new\u2019 equipment.<\/p>             <\/div>            <\/div>          <\/div>              <\/div> <\/div>  <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"methodology\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Behind the Ranking<\/h2>    <p>First, we determined the factors (metrics) that are most relevant to rank the Best Bachelor Party Destinations for Golfers. We then assigned a weight to each factor based on its importance and grouped those factors into 3 categories: Play, Party, and Stay. The categories, factors, and their weights are listed in the table below.<\/p>    <p>For each of the 200 biggest U.S. cities, we then gathered data on each factor from the sources listed below the table.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Finally, we calculated scores (out of 100 points) for each city to determine its rank in each factor, each category, and overall. A city\u2019s Overall Score is the average of its scores across all factors and categories. The highest Overall Score ranked \u201cBest\u201d (No. 1) and the lowest \u201cWorst\u201d (No. 200).&nbsp;<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-ebbe8494-7089-4a60-b725-1de763acd8dc\" data-mobilecollapse=\"true\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-ebbe8494-7089-4a60-b725-1de763acd8dc\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-ebbe8494-7089-4a60-b725-1de763acd8dc\" style=\"color: #000000; \">Notes:<\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-ebbe8494-7089-4a60-b725-1de763acd8dc\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>The \u201cWorst\u201d among individual factors may not be No. 200 due to ties.<\/li>    <li>Although access to driving ranges is already factored in to LawnStarter\u2019s \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/studies\/best-cities-for-golfers\/\">Best Cities for Golfers\u201d<\/a> ranking, we included that metric again in our \u201cBest Bachelor Party Destinations for Golfers\u201d ranking because many driving ranges offer a full-service bar, catering to bachelor party groups.<\/li> <\/ul>  <\/div> \t\t<\/div> <\/div>  <div class=\"infogram-embed\" data-id=\"8574b1c8-16da-4299-81b1-4e532d53e978\" data-type=\"interactive\"><\/div><script>!function(e,t,s,i){var n=\"InfogramEmbeds\",o=e.getElementsByTagName(\"script\"),d=o[0],r=\/^http:\/.test(e.location)?\"http:\":\"https:\";if(\/^\\\/{2}\/.test(i)&&(i=r+i),window[n]&&window[n].initialized)window[n].process&&window[n].process();else if(!e.getElementById(s)){var a=e.createElement(\"script\");a.async=1,a.id=s,a.src=i,d.parentNode.insertBefore(a,d)}}(document,0,\"infogram-async\",\"\/\/e.infogram.com\/js\/dist\/embed-loader-min.js\");<\/script>    <p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><strong><em>Sources:<\/em><\/strong><em> Expedia, Golf Cart Report, GolfLink, GolfPass, Lawn Love, other LawnStarter rankings, and VinePair<\/em><\/p>   <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"final-thoughts\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>    <p>When it comes to planning a bachelor party, there are many different ways to play. If you\u2019re a golfer, there\u2019s no better way to celebrate than enjoying as much golf as you can manage by day before enjoying the local nightlife in the evening. It doesn\u2019t hurt if you can combine the two with night golf or golf-forward bar experiences like Topgolf or golf simulators.<\/p>    <p>Even if your preferred destination has the climate to support year-round golf, most of the turf you\u2019ll find on a golf course goes dormant in the winter (as does the nightlife in many cities) and won\u2019t provide the best golf experience in the colder months. To enjoy the best golfing conditions and ensure the liveliest after-round atmosphere, plan to play in the spring, summer, or early fall.<\/p>    <p>With that in mind, winter is a great time to plan and book your outing. Don\u2019t forget: You\u2019ll need to book tee times and make sure the course is prepared to welcome a larger group long before you arrive at your destination.<\/p>    <p>The same can be said for many of the best travel and lodging deals, extracurricular events like concerts and sporting events, and even renting vehicles or booking transportation to get from course to course. Whether you\u2019ll be bringing your own clubs or using rental sets when you arrive, make sure you have the details ironed out ahead of time.<\/p>    <p><em>Now, what are you waiting for? Don\u2019t waste another minute cutting grass \u2014 let <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/\"><em>LawnStarter<\/em><\/a><em> take care of your lawn care needs so you can get to planning the golf bachelor party of your dreams.<\/em><\/p>   <p><a class=\"js-anchor\" id=\"media-resources\"><\/a><\/p>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Media Resources<\/h2>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1DAez0eoaXqlbpkyhL553MwV4C0eEHQeRndj6mexkXWs\/edit#gid=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">High-resolution images of cities<\/a><\/li> <\/ul>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle wp-block-ub-content-toggle-block\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-block-b1708190-e1b5-4f98-841d-d03c3224e4f1\" data-mobilecollapse=\"true\" data-desktopcollapse=\"true\" data-preventcollapse=\"false\" data-showonlyone=\"false\"> <div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion\" style=\"border-color: #f1f1f1; \" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-block-\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title-wrap\" style=\"background-color: #f1f1f1;\" aria-controls=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-b1708190-e1b5-4f98-841d-d03c3224e4f1\" tabindex=\"0\"> \t\t\t<p class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-title ub-content-toggle-title-b1708190-e1b5-4f98-841d-d03c3224e4f1\" style=\"color: #000000; \">\u2022 Quotes from LawnStarter Editor-in-Chief Jeff Herman:<\/p> \t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-toggle-wrap right\" style=\"color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-state-indicator wp-block-ub-chevron-down\"><\/span><\/div> \t\t<\/div> \t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wp-block-ub-content-toggle-accordion-content-wrap ub-hide\" id=\"ub-content-toggle-panel-0-b1708190-e1b5-4f98-841d-d03c3224e4f1\">  <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li>\u201cScottsdale, Arizona, and Austin are always two of the most popular bachelor party destinations. 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