Glide high over the beautiful coastal foothills and Pacific Ocean in a hot air balloon or helicopter. Breathe in the salty sea air as you set sail on a private chartered yacht. Or indulge in an extraordinary meal, including your own personal sommelier, at the 5 star, 5 diamond Addison restaurant.  These are just a few of the many luxury experiences you'll find in San Diego.  From private wine tasting tours to safari excursions, we've rounded up a few fan favorites you won't want to miss.  

San Diego County is home to many world-renowned golf equipment manufacturers that lead the world in golf technology and innovation.

With 72 golf courses in every conceivable setting from mountains to desert to ocean, it's no wonder Golf Digest named San Diego one of the Top 50 golf destinations in the world.

San Diego’s temperate weather keeping local links in playing condition year-round, so duffers and scratch golfers alike can get their fill of the wide fairways, rolling hills, stunning landscapes and challenging play that awaits players of all skill levels.

San Diego's year-round, nearly perfect climate - sunny skies and average daily temperatures around 70 degrees - creates an idyllic golf destination every day of the year. Take advantage of this golf-friendly weather on more than 70 outstanding courses, located in every conceivable setting from the ocean to the mountains to the desert.

Many of San Diego's courses are designed by a "Who's Who" of golf course architects like Tom Fazio, Rees Jones and Ted Robinson. Many courses are recognized for their spectacular views, hidden surprises, play options, golf resorts, and more.

Below is a list of 7 not-to-miss golf courses in San Diego that should be on every duffer's play list.