Orlando International Airport
The Orlando International Airport handles more than 33 million passenger every year according to the airport's official website. Forbes Magazine lists Orlando as the second most popular tourist destination in America behind New York City for foreign tourists so be prepared for a wait at this airport. Fortunately, transport of passengers is facilitated by moving walkways and a monorail system. If you find yourself being forced into a long layover you might want to take advantage of the fact that Big Dog Driving Range is just eight miles away from the Orlando International Airport. When making reservations at an Orlando hotel, also keep in mind that the Ventura Country Club is just seven miles from the airport. The golf courses at Walt Disney World are about 20 miles away from the airport.
Orlando International Airport
9000 Airport Blvd.
Orlando, Florida 32827
(407) 825-2001
orlandoairports.net
Big Dog Driving Range
6933 Curry Ford Road
Orlando, Florida 32822
(407) 277-8711
Ventura Country Club
3333 Woodgate Blvd.
Orlando, Florida 32822
(407) 277-2640
venturacountryclub.org
Miami International Airport
Miami International Airport is served by more than 80 different airlines. This airport brings in flights from all around the world which means very long lines around the immigration areas. Be prepared for long journeys between the concourses at this behemoth of an airport. All that waiting is worth it if when you realize that located mere minutes from the Miami International Airport is one of the best golf courses, not just in Miami but in Florida. The Blue Monster at the Doral Golf Resort was named the best course in Florida in 2007 by Travel and Leisure Magazine and if you plan your tee time right, you can get in a game on the way to your hotel. Miami's beaches are just ten miles away from the airport.
Miami International Airport
4200 NW 21st St.
Miami, Florida 33122
(305) 876-7000
miami-airport.com
Doral Golf Course
5001 Nw 104th Ave.
Miami, Florida 33178
(305) 477-1906
doralresort.com
Pensacola Regional Airport
The Pensacola Regional Airport is the most likely landing strip if you plan on playing the courses along the Panhandle. Unlike the major airports in Florida, this is a much smaller airport that handles only a few airlines. In addition to Pensacola, the airport also serves those who plan to visit Florida cities to the east like Ft. Walton and Destin as well as Alabama cities to the west like Gulf Shores and Orange Beach. The closest golf course to the airport is Scenic Hills Country Club which definitely lives up to its name. The course was designed by former U.S. Open champ and Pensacola native Jerry Pate.
Pensacola Regional Airport
2430 Airport Blvd.
Pensacola, Florida 32504
flypensacola.com
Scenic Hills Country Club
8891 Burning Tree Road
Pensacola, Florida 32514-5699
(850) 476-0380
scenichills.com
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