CHARLESTON – Nov. 15, 2004 – Charleston, known for its 300-year history, pristine beaches, original cuisine, gentle southern hospitality and the birthplace of golf is now widely considered a premier golf vacation destination. With a mild year round climate, area golf courses are ready for the 2005 golf season.

Charleston Golf, Inc., a non-profit organization formed by the Charleston Golf Course Owners Association, Greater Charleston Hotel & Motel Association and the Charleston Area Convention & Visitor Bureau has just released its 2005 golf guide, The Official Charleston Area & Resort Islands Golf Planning Guide. The 2005 Golf Guide includes information for visitors on 19 area golf courses (including the renowned resort courses at Kiawah, Seabrook and Wild Dunes) as well as more than 25 hotels, motels, resorts and villa rental agencies. The 2005 Golf Guide also features information on some of the area’s best restaurants and attractions.

Ed Riggs, president of the Board of Directors of Charleston Golf, Inc. says, “We are very pleased with the 10th edition of the golf guide. The concise course descriptions will help golf enthusiasts become familiar with the variety of golf packages and value experiences available in the Charleston area this year. At Charleston Golf, Inc., our service provides the distinct ease and comfort of booking golf vacations for groups and individuals with one simple phone call. We are also proud to provide instant on-line quotes on our web site.”

The 2005 edition of the Charleston Area Golf Guide is available at all South Carolina Welcome Centers, Charleston Area Visitors Centers, the Charleston Area Convention Center Complex, Charleston International Airport, area restaurants and at each local golf course. The guide is also distributed at consumer golf shows and to all inquiries generated by Charleston Golf, Inc.’s marketing efforts and golf inquires received via the Charleston Area Convention & Visitors Bureau. For more information, to request a 2005 Golf Guide or to book golf vacations call Charleston Golf, Inc. at 1-800-774-4444 or visit www.charlestongolfguide.com

Charleston Golf, Inc. is dedicated to promoting the entire Charleston Area as a premier golf destination for the benefit of its members.

Contact:
Shannon Odom
Charleston Golf, Inc.
Telephone: 843-805-3067
or 800-774-4444