Legend Golf & Safari Resort in South Africa features 18 unique holes designed by 18 different leading golfers, including Colin Montgomerie, Retief Goosen, Padraig Harrington, K.J. Choi, Vijay Singh and Justin Rose. The 19th hole is 830 meters up, an Extreme Par 3. See this amazing hole in this YouTube video.

Situated in the Entabeni Safari Conservancy, the resort reflects the natural environment and rich culture of Africa. The “Big Five” roam free in this area (hunter’s terminology for the lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino). The Resort includes private homes, the championship golf course, a hotel, a wellness center, a driving range, a golf academy and more.

The environmentally sensitive design of the Resort preserves the untamed bushveld. This is truly one of the most unique golf resorts in the world.

The Show Low Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Chocolate Auction & Mixer on Feb. 5, 2010 at the Torreon Golf Course Clubhouse. $15 per person buys an evening of appetizers, desserts a no-host bar and both live and silent auctions. This has been a popular event in the past and 2010 promises to be no exception.

Find out more on the Show Low Chamber of Commerce website.

In addition to Show Low, the White Mountains area of Arizona includes the communities of Snowflake, Pinetop-Lakeside, Springerville, Eagar, St. Johns, Taylor and Heber-Overgaard. A wealth of winter recreational opportunities are available in the Arizona White Mountains, including skiing, snowboarding, sledding and tubing. Quaint towns provide shopping venues for antiques and Native American crafts.

For history buffs, there is the Trail of Many Tracks historic driving trail. In Springerville, the Casa Malpais Ruins date back to the 13th century and are considered to be one of the finest archaeological sites in the Southwest. These are just two examples of the historic locations to be visited in the White Mountains.

For a touch of big-city excitement, casino gaming and entertainment are also nearby. For more information, visit the White Mountains website.

Emerald Canyon Golf Course in Parker, Arizona, is a truly unique course. Surrounded by spectacular scenery including red rock canyons and views of the Colorado River, the course features sculpted tee areas and bunkers and immaculately manicured fairways. Emerald Canyon is a great year-round Arizona golf value, with 18 holes and cart costing less than $50. For more information and complete directions, see the Emerald Canyon Golf Course website.