Torrey Pines Golf Course

Located 15 minutes north of La Valencia, the world-famous Torrey Pines Golf Course offers championship golf with jaw-dropping views of the Pacific Ocean and is the site of the Buick Invitational each year and the 2008 U.S. Open. Hang gliders overhead and the historic Torrey Pine trees add dramatic scenery to your golfing experience on two par-72 courses. www.torreypinesgolfcourse.com

Four Seasons Aviara

Designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer, Aviara offers a memorable 18-hole costal layout. Hailed by both Golf Digest and Golf Magazine as one of America's best resort courses, the 7,007-yard, par-72 course is sculpted around the natural topography with water hazards positioned as visual extensions of the lagoon below. Located 30-45 minutes north of the La Valencia.

Maderas Golf Club

Designed as a collaborative effort by Johnny Miller and Robert Muir Graves, Maderas is set within a secluded valley in the rolling hills of Poway. Characterized as a "classic," Maderas is surrounded by meandering creeks, massive rock outcroppings and crashing waterfalls which create a world-class challenge in a setting of breathtaking beauty. Rated #1 Golf Course in San Diego by 2003 Zagat Survey. Located 45-55 minutes northeast of the La Valencia. www.maderasgolf.com