The View From The 11th Tee At Kapalua's Plantation GC - All Images Credit Bryan Outram/BC Golf Unless Otherwise Noted

By Bryan Outram/British Columbia Golf

It had been a few years since I’d had the pleasure of teeing it up in the Pacific paradise that is the Hawaiian Islands, be it to play golf or to enjoy any of the other multitudes of activities found there. With travel returning to somewhat ‘normal’ following the shutdowns that accompanied Covid-19, now seemed like an ideal time to pay a visit.

Planning a trip to the island of Maui around the PGA TOUR’s Sentry Tournament of Champions in early January is a great way for golf fans to witness many of the greatest male pro golfers in the world up close in a spectacular setting. It is also a perfect opportunity to take advantage of playing some golf yourself in a tropical locale that is both warm and welcoming.

The Blue Course On Wailea Lives Up To Its Name With This View Of The Pacific Ocean - Image Credit Gord Montgomery

by Gord Montgomery, Inside Golf

What's old is now new at the Wailea Blue.

The course, formerly known as Old Blue, has seen some modifications to its routing rather than a re-do of its holes and through that, players now find the track still harkens back to the golden past of the game with its manicured fairways and greens now presented in a more enjoyable play.

by Gord Montgomery

“Welcome back”

Those may be two simple words, and a simple slogan, but the meaning behind the greeting at the Fairmont Kea Lani in Maui is genuine, for the staff is truly happy you have returned.

Inside Golf's Travelling golf writer/reporter Gord Montgomery made the sacrificial journey from his home base in Spruce Grove, Alberta to the paradise that is Maui and managed to play some very nice golf courses. And obviously whenever one has that opportunity it's imperitive that a 'best of' list gets compiled. Sooo.....here it is. We started with the first nine of Gord's Best 18 holes in the County of Maui in a previous article. Now we present the back nine.

by Gord Montgomery

Inside Golf's Travelling golf writer/reporter Gord Montgomery made the sacrificial journey from his home base in Spruce Grove, Alberta to the paradise that is Maui and managed to play some very nice golf courses. And obviously whenever one has that opportunity it's imperitive that a 'best of' list gets compiled. Sooo.....here it is. We start with the first nine of Gord's Best 18 holes in the County of Maui.

by Gord Montgomery

All Images Courtesy Hyatt Regency Maui

by Bryan Outram

When you arrive at the entrance to Maui's historic Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa, a guest is prone to that feeling that everyone likes to experience with their first impression of a holiday destination.

That feeling, in a word, is, 'Wow'.