Golfers ? Here?s a Short Drive That Will Not Disappoint
Are you planning a golf vacation to Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head or Kiawah Island in the near future? We know you will spend the majority of your time teeing it up on all the beautiful golf courses. We would, however, like to suggest a day-trip to see a new engineering marvel and North American record holder.
Charleston is well known for its rich historical landmarks. Now the city is providing a look into the future. On July 16, 2005 the longest cable-stay bridge in North America opens in Charleston, SC. Believe me, this is one short drive that won't disappoint you.
The new Arthur Ravenel, Jr. Bridge replaces two bridges that have graced Charleston's skyline for decades. This record-setting bridge features two diamond-shaped towers more than 570 feet tall, eight traffic lanes and a pedestrian lane. The towers are so tall that you might even spot them while on the golf course at Kiawah Island.
Here are a few facts about the new Arthur Ravenel, Jr. Bridge.
Overall length: 3.5 miles
Tower height: 573.5 feet (Largest Concrete structures in South Carolina)
Roadway section between the two towers: 1,546 feet
Main span deck: 186 feet above the Cooper River
Concrete: 320,000 cubic yards
Construction time: 4 years and 1 month
If you are still thinking to yourself, "why should I give up a day of golf to see a bridge?" I don't blame you. Actually, you don't have to give up golf at all.
Charleston has its share of first-class golf courses. Even if you decide to play your rounds exclusively at Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head or Kiawah; you can still make the short trip to Charleston to enjoy the bridge, take in some history and eat in a world-class restaurant while making it back to your accommodations before bedtime.
Approximate distances and times to Charleston:
Myrtle Beach: 98 miles / 2 hours
Hilton Head: 120 miles / 2 hours 15 mins.
Kiawah Island: 30 miles / 53 mins.
So, after a round of golf at your golf vacation destination, make a short trip that is well worth the drive. Then replace your golf shoes with your running or walking shoes and enjoy the view from above the Cooper River on the bridge's pedestrian walk. Or bring your bike to ride over the bridge. Sorry, no golf carts are allowed.
In any case, if you are planning a golf vacation to Myrtle Beach, Hilton Head or Kiawah Island; don't miss an opportunity to experience the view from above on one of North America's newest landmarks.
Copyright 2005 Evans Putman http://www.PerfectGolfVacations.com - All Rights Reserved. Reprints allowed see below.
Article courtesy of http://www.PerfectGolfVacations.com your source for the best golf destination information. We deliver "Truth in Golf Travel". PerfectGolfVacations.com delivers the best local market information and word-of-mouth recommendations from golf destinations like Myrtle Beach, Las Vegas, Ireland, Hilton Head, and more. Keep current with updates, news and specials at our blog http://www.PerfectGolfVacations.blogspot.com .
This article may be reprinted with no changes, omissions, or additions. All links must be left live and in tact.
 Google News Updated : Sun, 07 Sep 2008 02:07:34 GMT Movies opening this week - San Jose Mercury News
San Jose Mercury News - By Mercury News "Burn After Reading" (R): The Coen brothers follow "No Country for Old Men" with a dark comedy about two inept gym employees who get hold of a CD-ROM containing a CIA operative's memoirs. Toronto Review: The Coen Brother's Burn After Reading Pitt Rocks to Madonna Publ.Date : Sat, 06 Sep 2008 20:56:32 GMT Palin and McCain’s Shotgun Marriage - New York Times
New York Times - By FRANK RICH SARAH PALIN makes John McCain look even older than he is. And he seemed more than willing to play that part on Thursday night. An Apostle of Alaska 'Sarah Palin Is Wasilla': Town Stands Behind VP Pick Publ.Date : Sun, 07 Sep 2008 01:18:29 GMT European space probe completes asteroid fly by - Reuters
Reuters - BERLIN (Reuters) - The European Space Agency obtained on Saturday the first images of an asteroid 360 million km (224 million miles) from earth, part of a space mission which scientists hope will help them understand the origins of the planets. Rosetta spacecraft takes asteroid photos Spacecraft flies by remote asteroid, camera stops Publ.Date : Sat, 06 Sep 2008 14:13:31 GMT Jenkins: Murray willing to play the spoiler - San Francisco Chronicle
San Francisco Chronicle - (09-06) 18:24 PDT New York -- Andy Murray must feel very alone just now. He's a long way from his native Scotland. He's carrying the hopes of British tennis, but the London press would really prefer him to be English. Federer beats Djokovic to reach US Open final Split stadiums for US Open semis ruffles crowd Publ.Date : Sun, 07 Sep 2008 01:44:27 GMT Report: Samsung working to acquire SanDisk - San Jose Mercury News San Jose Mercury News - AP Samsung was reported Friday to be considering buying Milpitas-based SanDisk, whose revenue has diminished and stock has plummeted in recent months due to the saturated flash-memory market. SanDisk Shares Soar on Samsung Interest SanDisk Shares Surge as Samsung Considers Acquisition (Update3) Publ.Date : Sat, 06 Sep 2008 16:19:13 GMT Dodgers overtake first place - MLB.com
MLB.com - By Michael Schwartz / MLB.com LOS ANGELES -- Manny Ramirez's five RBIs propelled the Dodgers into first place in the National League West for only the second day all season Saturday after a 7-2 win over the D-backs at Dodger Stadium. Ramirez, Billingsley lead streaking Dodgers into first place Dodgers move into first place Publ.Date : Sat, 06 Sep 2008 23:14:26 GMT Gates outacts Seinfeld in Back To The Future - CNET News
CNET News - Which is why Crispin Porter Bogusky, the agency responsible for the otherworldly new Microsoft TV spot featuring the clowning Bill Gates and Jerry Seinfeld, is already happy. Microsoft's Renewed Vista Strategy You Thought Vista Was Bad? Publ.Date : Sun, 07 Sep 2008 00:01:52 GMT Increase Website Traffic |
PARLOT::Ebooks, Scripts,
Websites, and more... Many of us might assume that there isn't too much... Read More As the 2005 US Open began in Pinehurst, NC, the... Read More Golf swing exercises are the missing link to adding tremendous... Read More Why isn't your golf swing improving? Have you ever had... Read More The oldest golf course in the world...If I asked you... Read More Golf workout program?with the exploding number of so-called golf experts... Read More Golf tips are often welcomed by the most avid of... Read More Play better golf. Isn't that what every golfer thinks about... Read More Chances are that if you're an avid golfer, you'd love... Read More Why it that back pain is such a common complaint... Read More The perfect golf swing drill is a joy to behold.... Read More There is no doubt that body flexibility is extremely important... Read More A comfort zone becomes a problem whenever a player is... Read More Wilson , Callaway, Titleist, Adams , King Cobra, Yonex, Ping... Read More Some golf players have been able to increase their game... Read More Here's a really good tip that may help you to... Read More Lately, I have received many requests for 2 things.1. Advice... Read More Everything else being equals a woman cannot drive a golf... Read More You can be the greatest golfer alive but if you... Read More Golf swing tips are rampant! Golfers can't get enough of... Read More The golfer elbow is very similar to the tennis elbow... Read More The trend in larger and therefore heavier club heads in... Read More Most golfers have had dozens of opportunities to receive coaching... Read More Golf nutrition is still a relatively new concept. However, everybody... Read More A golf injury is one of the most common issues... Read More
Adsense
websites
The Mental Side of Match Play
2005 US Open Winner - What Does It Take?
Golf Swing Exercises Can Add Power Quickly
The Ultimate Swing Training Program
Golf Course History - You Could Play On The Worlds Oldest Golf Course
What A Good Golf Workout Program Should Have
Natural Golf Tips
Play Better Golf Through Exercise
What Can A Single Digit Handicap Golfer Do That You Cant?
What Causes Golf Back Pain?
Achieving The Perfect Golf Swing Drill
Flexibility For Golf Will Not Be Lost With Weight Training
Mental Toughness for Golfers: Avoiding Comfort Zones in Golf
How To Choose The Best golf clubs For Your Game
Understanding The Physics Of The Golf Swing
How to Eliminate Your Golf Slice Quickly and Easily
Backspin Advice
How a Woman Can Improve Golf Performance
Putting Causing You Some Problems?
Golf Swing Tips Will Not Work By Themselves
How The Golfer Elbow Can Be Avoided And Cured
Golf Stretching Secrets to Improve Performance
Why Do You ?Not Benefit? From Coaching Golf Tips
Golf Nutrition Is Not An Oxymoron - Listen Up
Golf Injury Prevention
Affordable and Reliable Web Hosting Starting at $4.49/Month
Getting Your Hands Through the Ball at Impact
Have you ever thought about what your hands and forearms... Read More
Increasing Flexibility, Not Stretching, is the Fastest Way to a Better Golf Swing
It is a simple question yet one that is not... Read More
What Makes A Golf Training Book Effective
A golf training book needs to be 'user-friendly' and 'plug-and-play'.... Read More
A Golfing Tip For Better Control Of Your Body
A good golfing tip to help you improve your control... Read More
Golf Tips ? A Good Thinking Head Makes A Better Golfer
Golf is a wonderful game but we all want to... Read More
Its Not About The Bicep Curl When It Comes To Golf Fitness Training
How many of you have read, "It's Not About The... Read More
Quick Golf Tips for Restoring Muscle Imbalances
As a golf biomechanic, my focus is on looking for... Read More
Golf Injury Prevention
A golf injury is one of the most common issues... Read More
My Golf Disaster
Although I was never picked for sports teams as a... Read More
Golf Tips And Lessons On The Web Can Be Helpful
There are golf tips and lessons on the web. You... Read More
Fitness For Golf Is The Key To Rejuvenating Your Golf Game
Fitness for golf is prevalent at every level. You hear... Read More
Tips for Buying Used Golf Clubs
Used golf clubs can be great for those who are... Read More
Staying Out of Trouble with Your Driver
So what is it that's really causing problems with your... Read More
Does Your Junior Golfer Need A Sport Psychologist?
"My son gets so angry on the golf course that... Read More
Putting and My Aching Back!
I am guessing that all of us can relate to... Read More
Power Golf The Easy Way
Power golf is a game very few golfers can play.... Read More
Today?s Golf Schools Bring In The Elements Of Instruction And Fitness
What comes to mind when you think of golf lessons... Read More
Golf Secrets To Dramatically Improve Your Game
Every amateur golfer is constantly looking for golf secrets to... Read More
Putting Causing You Some Problems?
You can be the greatest golfer alive but if you... Read More
Quickly Improve Your Golf Swing
Do you need some golf swing tips? If you could... Read More
The Psychology of a Confident Golf Swing, Part 1
Before focusing on the subject of developing confidence with ones... Read More
Golf Specific Core Exercises Improve Your Drive Distance
What if I could give you three important exercises for... Read More
Balance Your Checkbook and Golf Swing
We all search for it. Balance in our daily lives.... Read More
Do You Understand Golf Club Swing Weight
Golf club swing weight. Have you heard that term before?A... Read More
Annika Sorenstam- The Legendary Female Golfer
Even those not normally interested in golf, usually recognize the... Read More
Golf |