Golf and Beach Vacation Getaways - Southern California

Mixing a great game of golf with a beach vacation can make a perfect getaway. Do not mistake this type of vacation for only adults as some resorts offer children's areas, too. Here are some great beach and golf vacation resorts in the Southern California area.

Pelican Hill is a family resort in the Newport Beach area. They are close to the ocean and invite their guests to enjoy the surfing, sunning and boating while staying at the resort. Their rooms consist of bungalows and villas with private kitchens so you can enjoy the comfort of home. And, of course, the golf course includes professional forecaddies, luxurious locker rooms, shoe attendants, golf academy and a practice facility.

This is a full resort that includes a kid's club with movie nights by the pool, daily crafts and other exciting activities. They also have a Teen Adventure in which they take teens ages 13-17 to off-site excursions for activities such as surf lessons and kayak adventures. It's just like a summer camp while you enjoy your vacation close by.

St Regis Monarch Beach is located in Laguna Beach, California. This is considered a spa resort and makes a lovely romantic beach vacation for couples who love golf and love being pampered. They boast an 18 hole golf course with panoramic views. Once you are down with your golf day, you and your loved one can enjoy the facilities at the Forbes Five Star rated Spa Gaucin.

Terranea is an oceanfront resort in Rancho Palos Verdes, an oceanside community in Southern California. They invite you to enjoy a beach and golf vacation where you can tee off surrounded by stunning ocean vistas. This resorts offers a championship-caliber 9-hole, par 3 golf course and private lessons. They are only 3 miles away from the Trump National Golf Club, so when you have worked on your skills, travel a short ways to test them out.

The luxury resort of Terranea has a variety of accommodations from casitas, bungalows and villas. There are a wide variety of dining experiences for their guests to enjoy. Their restaurants and lounges are each designed to allow you to enjoy the full experience of the beautiful Palos Verdes oceanfront views. And at the end of your day, relax and unwind at the 50,000 square foot oceanfront spa.

If you are looking to enjoy a beautiful beach and golf vacation in the San Diego area, check out one of their favorite golf courses and resorts; the Sycuan Resort. This beautiful resort boasts the best golf in SanDiego with 54 holes on 3 courses, spectacular natural features and even surprises along the way.

You can also work on your tennis on one of their 11 lighted tennis courts or stay in shape at the fitness center. And when you are done, pamper your hard-worked muscles in their Primrose spa where you can enjoy an aromatherapy massage or facial. And if you are looking for nightlife, the Sycuan Casino is a 5 minute drive away.