Golf

With fabulous sunny weather year-round, San Diego [1] and its surrounding countryside are a golfer’s dream. Wherever you go, you’ll find a course or two awaiting you, from easy nine-holers up to U.S. Open hosts.

If you’re new to the area, consider calling Showtime Golf (888/661-2334, www.showtimegolf.com [2]). This golf service provider can get you advance or last-minute tee times, book you into local tournaments, and answer all your questions about the vast range of golfing options in the San Diego area.

If you know anything about golf in San Diego [1] and La Jolla [3], you know that the One True Golf Course here is Torrey Pines (11480 N. Torrey Pines Rd., La Jolla, 858/452-3226, www.torreypinesgolfcourse.com [4]). Home of the 2008 U.S. Open, the Torrey Pines Golf Course has two championship 18-hole courses. Plan to book well in advance for a tee time at this gorgeous course.