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4. There's awesome merchandise

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No golf trip is complete without something small to mark the occasion. Thankfully, Disney's line of golf merchandise is really wonderful, and features enough items that would catch the eye of any golfer.

There are hats, polos, visors, balls, tees, club covers, bags, pull-overs, repair tools – you name it, and Disney sells it for you.

On top of that, these items are often for sale at tons of different shops around Disney property, so even if you forget to pick up a souvenir after your round, you'll still be able to pick up that umbrella you had your eye on.

And, these items make really great gifts – something to keep in mind if you're still angling for that promotion and your boss is looking for a new golf towel.

5. Convenience

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The best part of a golf trip to Walt Disney World is the sheer convenience of it. Disney provides complementary transportation from your resort to their courses, provided you're staying on-property. This means, essentially, you can fly into Orlando International Airport, take the Disney's Magical Express to your resort, and use Disney's complementary taxi transportation to get to your course each day – all without ever needing a car. That's 63 holes of golf, accessible without breaking a sweat.

If you combine that with a stay in one of the deluxe areas of Walt Disney World – say, the monorail loop or the Boardwalk area – and you'll have golf, food, bars and nightlife right nearby. Which, if you enjoy a few cold beverages during or after your 18-holes, keeps the fun safe and convenient.

And, on top of that, Disney will rent you any equipment you need or may have left at home. It's really that simple.

Of course, Central Florida features tons of great golf, and while the Disney courses are grand, you may also want to explore the other incredible spots nearby. In that case, you'd need a car – but if you're looking for convenience, the Disney courses can't be beat.

6. If you need some putting practice, there's lots of great mini-golf

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Sure, each course has its own driving range and practice green, but sometimes, practicing your putting can just be a bit too dull. Thankfully, Disney understood this and has opened four mini-golf courses on property. The courses are located at two themed areas – Winter-Summerland and Fantasia Gardens. Winter-Summerland is located next to Disney's Blizzard Beach water park, and has two courses, each themed to either Winter or Summer (duh). They're both tons of fun to play, and provide a decent challenge for even the most accurate putter.

Fantasia Gardens, housed next to Disney's Boardwalk Resort, is the oldest course, but it is a charming adaptation of one of Disney's stranger films – the ode to music, Fantasia.

But, for golfers, the most awesome mini-golf course on earth is located next to the Fantasia Gardens course – it's called the Challenge course, and it is wholly unique in the world of mini-golf.

The Challenge course is, essentially, a scaled-down version of an actual golf hole, featuring sand traps, water hazards, and difficult greens. While most mini-golf courses are silly games involving a decent amount of luck, this course is all skill, and will definitely put your short game to the test. For serious golfers, this course is a must try.

But, while Disney's a great spot for a golf trip, don't feel like that's the only time you can explore these awesome offerings. The best part of a lengthy stay at Walt Disney World is that it gives you the opportunity to try lots of stuff, and golf can certainly be a part of that. And, if you're looking to get a reluctant family member into the game, there are definitely worse places to do it than Walt Disney World.

 
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