STEP #3
FINDING THE BEST GOLF COURSE &
GETTING THE BEST PRICE
 
The Golf Course is one of the most important pieces of the puzzle for your event. The reason most golfers play in a Tournament is because of the Golf Course. The first question golfers always ask is “Which Golf Course are we playing?”

 In this weeks news letter we would like to share 3 thoughts to get the best golf course and get the best price:

1. What are Golfers Looking for in a golf course?
2. How do you find the best course?
   
3. How do you get the best price?  

 
What are Golfers looking for in a golf course?

•             Something unique that they normally don’t get to play
•             A course in GREAT condition
•             Good food and quality service
•             Great value – getting more than they pay for

How do you find the best course?

•             Ask your committee and as many golfers as possible
•             Conduct a google search on top rated courses in your area
•             Go visit the top 5 courses listed
•             Look for private Country Clubs

 
How do you get the best price?

• You can save a lot of money by NEGOTIATING the best deal at the golf course.

Also:

• Hold events in the shoulder seasons (the months around the off season)
• Consider Monday thru Thursday events
• Evaluate afternoon start times
• Compare other golf courses in the area
• Find out all services that the course offers (added value)
• Bring the course business, membership, golfers and events
• Tell the course tournament sales staff your budget
• Sign long term agreement
• Order off the menu
• Build a relationship

 
Try these ideas to get your tournament on a better course, for less!