From the 'Zinger-Boo smooch to Scotch eggs, the Best of 2008 golf travel awards

This year brought me to the reaches of the golfing world near and far, from dozens of golf courses in Myrtle Beach to places like Wales, Morocco and Malaysia. I saw some great courses, hit a few decent shots, met some rather friendly blokes and had more than my share of refreshing pints. So before planning the 2009 travel schedule, it's only fitting to look back at the best of the past year, from golf courses to hotels, restaurants and watering holes ...

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Nefyn & District Golf Course - Hole 11

The craziest hole of 2008: Nefyn & District's complicated, wacky 11th.

Credits: Brandon Tucker/WorldGolf.com

England Golf Packages
Dates: any time
Take a turn on four challenging links-style golf courses on this tour of England's "Royals." You will get to play at the Royal Birkdale, Royal Lytham & St. Annes, Royal Liverpool, and the Hillside Golf Club.
Price range: $1175 - $2685