Tips for Packing for Golf Vacations

Taking a golf vacation can be a great adventure for the golfer. Getting the opportunity to travel to different courses that you have never played is a wonderful experience. Pack properly so that you don’t have to worry about pickup new equipment or clothes on the road.

• Ensure that your clubs are properly protected when packing. This is essential if you are flying. Checking in your clubs at an airport can present its own difficulties, so check with your carrier to find out what they recommend that you do with your clubs and bag. Some duffers actually find it easier to ship their clubs to their hotel a week or two before they go on vacation, keeping it out of the hands of airport baggage claim workers.


• Pack an adequate amount of clothing for your trip. You do not want to have to wash clothes while you are on the road because you packed inadequately. This means that you will need enough slacks or shorts and shirts for each day that you will be on the links. It is also wise to pack a couple of extras just in case something gets dirty or sweaty and you want to change. 


• Be careful when packing your accessories. Carrying golf balls with you can be a hassle, especially when you are flying. The golf balls can also add unnecessary weight to your bags, which could cause you to be charged more. Decide what accessories are vital to bring with you and what items, such as golf balls, would be better to pick up at your destination.