What You Need to Know About a Gulfport Golf Vacation

Are you planning a golf getaway? The Gulf Coast offers everything you need to make your trip a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Before heading south, take a look at what you need to know about Gulfport, golf, and your summer vacation.

The Gulf Coast is home to award-winning courses, which gives you options when it comes to where to play. With nearly 20 different choices nearby, your Mississippi vacation can include a new course to explore every day.

As you golf the day away, try not to get distracted by the surrounding views. Not only is the Gulf Coast a prime golf destination, but it's also a scenic vacation pick. As you cruise the course, the majestic greenery, magnolias, pines, and peaceful waterway vistas will fill you with a sense of calm and relaxation, which adds to your vacation experience.

You came to play. But your Gulf Coast vacation doesn't have to end at the green. Whether you need a break from the course or are just looking for an extra adventure to add to your vacation stay. Gulfport has plenty to offer visitors.

What can you do in the Gulf Coast area when you're not golfing? Popular summer-time activities include:

• Fishing. Gulf fishing includes options ranging from inshore freshwater ponds to saltwater boat charters. Whether you prefer fishing from a pier or riding the waves, you can fish the 200 plus species in the local area.
• Biking and hiking. If you're an outdoors adventurer, the Gulf Coast has beachfront and woodland trails to bike or hike.
• Paddle sports. Visitors to the Gulf can rent kayaks, and take a tour of the area's scenic waterways.

Where should you stay during your Gulf Coast golf trip? Again, some of the area resorts offer play and stay packages. These combine overnight accommodations and a set number of rounds at nearby or on-site courses. When it comes to your vacation budget, you can find a package pick at almost every level. But that doesn't necessarily mean you have to choose an inclusive play and stay option.

Even though Mississippi vacationers can enjoy the perks that golf resort packages have to offer, you can tailor your vacation stay by mixing and matching different courses and independent (non-course-related) overnight accommodations.

Gulfport is home to quaint, quiet, comfortable bed and breakfasts. Consider this golf vacation stay option if you want to:

• Make the most of your money. Forget about adding on costs for meals or extra levels of amenities. A bed and breakfast has it all - for one price.
• Feel like a local. If you don't want to feel like a tourist, the home-like setting of a B&B is an ideal option.
• Sleep somewhere with character. Unlike chain hotels or the standardized rooms of many resorts, bed and breakfasts feature elegant Southern-style options that you won't find anywhere else.
• Extra attention. Skip the revolving door of front desk staff (that you'd find at a larger-sized hotel or resort) and get plenty of personalized attention from the B&B owner.
• Feel comfortable. After a long day on the links, comfort is important. A B&B provides a home-like setting for a night of rest and relaxation.