1. (NU) - The traditional golf
resort is going through a major
transformation.
While golf is still at the core,
the newest properties increas-
ingly offer activities and im-
mersive experiences that appeal
to golfers and non-golfers alike
-- changing the way guests view
and book their getaways. Cen-
tral Florida’s Streamsong Resort
is one of the destinations on the
forefront of this trend.
Set on 16,000 acres, Stream-
song emerged on the site of a for-
mer phosphate mine. With tow-
ering sand dunes and extreme
elevation changes, its land is
more reminiscent of Scotland
than central Florida. In just a few
years, its two intersecting golf
courses -- Streamsong Red and
Streamsong Blue -- have earned
a place on some of the industry’s
most prestigious rankings, in-
cluding GOLF Magazine’s Top
100 Courses You Can Play in the
U.S. A third course, Streamsong
Black, will open in late 2017.
“Today’s golfer wants a broad-
er experience,” said Richard Mo-
gensen, Streamsong’s general
manager. “Streamsong is designed
with this guest in mind.”
Beyond its two golf courses,
the resort features many options to
enjoy the outdoors or just relax.
Home to some of the best bass fish-
ing in the United States, Stream-
song offers guided catch-and-re-
lease fishing expeditions on its
prolific lakes. The picturesque
sporting clays course, located 10
minutes from the lodge but still
on property, is the perfect spot for
beginners to learn and pros to re-
fine their shots with guidance from
certified instructors. The grotto-
style AcquaPietra Spa, infinity
lakeside pool, nature trail and ten-
nis courts provide additional op-
portunities to unwind and enjoy the
setting. Dining options, like the
award-winning contemporary Ital-
ian restaurant SottoTerra, tempt the
palate with fresh, innovative fare
in spectacular settings.
Streamsong even looks dif-
ferent from the traditional golf
resort. Its modern 216-room
lodge and intimate 12-room
clubhouse have captured archi-
tectural accolades for their de-
sign, which pays homage to the
property’s surroundings.
“Golf is absolutely in our
DNA, but our eye is also always
on delivering that complete ex-
perience,” Mogensen said.
For more information, visit
www.streamsongresort.com or
call 1-863-428-1000.
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