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Need a low-key weeknight that still feels like a mini vacation? Volcano Mountain Golf brings 18 imaginative holes wrapped in palm-fringed…

9001 Sage Ave

Need a low-key weeknight that still feels like a mini vacation? Volcano Mountain Golf brings 18 imaginative holes wrapped in palm-fringed scenery, burbling water, and an actual volcano centerpiece, plus a shaded game zone with cold treats, sodas, chilled beers, wine, and snacks to keep the fun rolling.

From the Ave Maria newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Coral Cay Adventure Golf keeps things interesting with two 18-hole courses, the Cave Course and the Falls Course, winding through…

2205 Tamiami Trl E · ✓ checked Jul 28

Coral Cay Adventure Golf keeps things interesting with two 18-hole courses, the Cave Course and the Falls Course, winding through waterfalls, caves, bridges, reefs, tropical gardens and harbor views.

From the Naples newsletter, August 7, 2026

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From two distinct championship layouts at Quail Creek Country Club to locally renowned tennis, pickleball, and bocce, this private club…

13300 Valewood Dr

From two distinct championship layouts at Quail Creek Country Club to locally renowned tennis, pickleball, and bocce, this private club serves up serious playtime.

From the Ave Maria newsletter, August 7, 2026

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ArrowHead Golf Club

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ArrowHead Golf Club, a multi-year SW Florida Choice Awards pick for Best Public Golf Course, is an easy win this week. Expect solid…

2205 Heritage Greens Dr

ArrowHead Golf Club, a multi-year SW Florida Choice Awards pick for Best Public Golf Course, is an easy win this week. Expect solid practice facilities, leagues and clinics to sharpen your game, and The Pub for a celebratory bite after you finally drop that tricky ten-footer.

From the Ave Maria newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Estero Historical Society keeps Estero’s stories alive with a historic schoolhouse and cottage plus a gift shop stocked with local art and…

9285 Corkscrew Palms Blvd (Estero)

Estero Historical Society keeps Estero’s stories alive with a historic schoolhouse and cottage plus a gift shop stocked with local art and jams from the old Campbell’s Canning Factory recipe.

From the Lee Island Coast newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Hibiscus Golf Club

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After an eight-month renovation, Hibiscus Golf Club is back with enlarged greens, redesigned tees for all skill levels, fresh turf from tee…

5375 Hibiscus Dr · ✓ checked Aug 13

After an eight-month renovation, Hibiscus Golf Club is back with enlarged greens, redesigned tees for all skill levels, fresh turf from tee to fairway, and GPS-outfitted carts. Groove your swing on the range this week, then grab a bite at Brooks Bar & Grill, because golf improves with snacks.

From the Naples newsletter, August 20, 2026

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When your crew can’t agree on one thing this week, split the difference at Sports Challenge America. Mini golf where every hole riffs on a…

28120 Race Track Rd (Bonita Springs)

When your crew can’t agree on one thing this week, split the difference at Sports Challenge America. Mini golf where every hole riffs on a different sport, six bowling lanes, 12 pickleball courts, a full-size NBA court, and sport plus shooting simulators, then hit the outdoor bar for victory snacks.

From the Bonita Springs newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Tiburón Golf Club

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With the Greg Norman-designed Gold and Black courses, Tiburón Golf Club brings tour-level conditions to our backyard, regularly hosting…

2620 Tiburon Dr

With the Greg Norman-designed Gold and Black courses, Tiburón Golf Club brings tour-level conditions to our backyard, regularly hosting LPGA and PGA TOUR stops. Hit the Tiburón Golf Academy, then make a victory lap through the pro shop because, yes, new wedges count as practice.

From the Bonita Springs newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Prado Stadium 12

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Prado Stadium 12 keeps it simple and fun with current flicks, comfy stadium seating, and a legit menu that goes beyond popcorn. Grab…

25251 Chamber of Commerce Dr (Bonita Springs)

Prado Stadium 12 keeps it simple and fun with current flicks, comfy stadium seating, and a legit menu that goes beyond popcorn. Grab burgers, wings, and a cold drink, then settle in. It’s the easy, close-to-home plan when the couch just won’t cut it.

From the Bonita Springs newsletter, September 2, 2026

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CAVU Golf Club

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CAVU Golf Club brings a Rees Jones-designed 18 to life with varied elevation, a 30-acre lake, and a babbling brook that influences three…

7335 Premier Dr · ✓ checked Aug 28

CAVU Golf Club brings a Rees Jones-designed 18 to life with varied elevation, a 30-acre lake, and a babbling brook that influences three holes. Hit the range, then decompress in the grill room or on the patio overlooking emerald fairways with genuinely attentive service.

From the Naples newsletter, September 2, 2026

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Naples Lakes Country Club pairs an Arnold Palmer Signature golf course with bocce and tennis courts, a resort-style pool, and a…

4784 Naples Lakes Blvd

Naples Lakes Country Club pairs an Arnold Palmer Signature golf course with bocce and tennis courts, a resort-style pool, and a well-equipped fitness center, all next to a nature preserve. Locally sourced menus and lively social events in a member-owned community make it a weeknight escape you might actually keep.

From the Naples newsletter, August 10, 2026

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Sun-N-Fun Lagoon

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Whether your crew wants to float the long lazy river, race down five slides, or just park it by one of four pools, Sun-N-Fun Lagoon keeps…

15000 Livingston Rd · ✓ checked Aug 21

Whether your crew wants to float the long lazy river, race down five slides, or just park it by one of four pools, Sun-N-Fun Lagoon keeps Naples kids and grownups happily waterlogged. Collier County’s only water park packs a whole million gallons of fun when you need a reset this week.

From the Naples newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Locals who want real golf without burning the whole day will love The Moorings Golf & Country Club, a private, member-owned spot with a…

2500 Crayton Rd · ✓ checked Sep 11

Locals who want real golf without burning the whole day will love The Moorings Golf & Country Club, a private, member-owned spot with a par-63 course you can play in about three hours, lively leagues, TrackMan-fueled practice, and a freshly renovated clubhouse with breezy indoor-outdoor vibes.

From the Naples newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Designed by Dr. Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry in 1992, the member-owned Naples National Golf Club leans into tradition, purity of design and…

9325 Collier Blvd · ✓ checked Sep 3

Designed by Dr. Michael Hurdzan and Dana Fry in 1992, the member-owned Naples National Golf Club leans into tradition, purity of design and a quality, golf-obsessed membership. If you want prestige without the noise, it’s members-only and very much about the love of the game.

From the Naples newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Quail Run Golf Club

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Quail Run Golf Club is a member-owned private course that keeps it friendly and affordable, with five sets of tees, a walk-anytime vibe,…

1 Forest Lakes Blvd · ✓ checked Aug 5

Quail Run Golf Club is a member-owned private course that keeps it friendly and affordable, with five sets of tees, a walk-anytime vibe, and tee times that are actually available. If you're craving leagues, a solid practice setup, and central-Naples convenience, this might be your weekly happy place.

From the Naples newsletter, August 11, 2026

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Congo River Golf

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Adventure-themed mini-golf course with waterfalls, gator feedings, scavenger hunts & arcade games.

24270 S Tamiami Trl (Bonita Springs)

Adventure-themed mini-golf course with waterfalls, gator feedings, scavenger hunts & arcade games.

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Club-shopping this week and want something that actually feels like Naples life, not a brochure? Kensington Golf & Country Club pairs a…

2700 Pine Ridge Rd · ✓ checked Aug 13

Club-shopping this week and want something that actually feels like Naples life, not a brochure? Kensington Golf & Country Club pairs a walkable Robert Trent Jones Jr.

From the Ave Maria newsletter, August 21, 2026

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LaPlaya Golf Club

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Whether you're chasing a smoother swing or an excuse for a midweek escape, LaPlaya Golf Club pairs a picturesque 18-hole course with plenty…

333 Palm River Blvd · ✓ checked Sep 18

Whether you're chasing a smoother swing or an excuse for a midweek escape, LaPlaya Golf Club pairs a picturesque 18-hole course with plenty of water features, a proper practice tee and driving range, and a casual cafe to refuel. Ideal for Naples regulars who want quality golf without the fuss.

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