How to Plan a Group Golf Trip

1. Pick Your Dates

Lock dates 3-6 months out. Shoulder seasons (late spring, early fall) offer the best combo of weather and pricing. Use our monthly guide to match your window to the right destination.

2. Choose a Destination

We have 133 destinations across 7 regions. Filter by budget, course quality, nightlife, or activities. The AI trip planner handles this in 60 seconds.

3. Set Your Budget

Average golf trip costs $81-$137/round for green fees. Lodging runs $522-$1653/night for a group house. Set a per-person target and work backwards.

4. Book Lodging First

Group-friendly houses (8-16 sleepers) book fast, especially in popular destinations. Lock this down before courses — tee times are easier to adjust than losing the perfect house.

5. Plan 2-3 Rounds, Not 4

The biggest mistake is overbooking golf. Two rounds per day sounds fun until day 3. Leave afternoons open for activities, exploring town, or just recovering.

6. Assign a Trip Captain

One person collects money, makes reservations, and sends the itinerary. Everyone else just shows up. Venmo requests > group texts about splitting costs.

7. Build Your Itinerary

Our AI planner builds a complete day-by-day itinerary with real courses, restaurants, and bars. Or use the destination guide pages for a DIY approach.

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