US Sunbelt Golf News: Troon announces relationship with Aviara Golf Club

Troon,® the leader in upscale golf course management, development, and marketing is pleased to partner with Aviara Golf Club at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort in Carlsbad, Calif.

Named by Golf Digest and Golf Magazine as one of the best resort golf courses in America, the Aviara Golf Club overlooks the Batiquitos Lagoon nature preserve and is considered the only coastal California course designed by Arnold Palmer. Aviara also features a memorable layout uniquely sculpted around rolling hillsides, native wildflowers, and plenty of bunker and water challenges. Hole after hole, Aviara golf stimulates the senses with colorful flowers and flora.

“Aviara Golf Club at Park Hyatt Aviara Resort is a spectacular property and we are excited to be involved,” stated John Easterbrook, executive vice president, operations, Troon. “Located in an ideal golf destination, we are confident that our services and expertise will contribute positively to the facility’s success.”

Aviara Golf Club is also the current host of the LPGA Kia Classic. During this year’s event, Anna Nordqvist of Sweden claimed her fourth LPGA Tour victory after shooting 5-under par in the final round. The Kia Classic will return to Aviara Golf Club in 2015 for the event’s sixth year.

The elegant two-story, 32,000-square-foot Spanish Colonial clubhouse features a bar, a large cozy lounge with fireplace, and the adjoining Argyle Steakhouse with indoor and outdoor balcony seating; showers, locker rooms; an upscale golf shop, driving range and an oversized practice putting green round out all the upscale Aviara golf amenities.

“We are very pleased to be a part of the Troon network and are confident this relationship will be an extraordinary benefit to our members and guests at the Aviara Golf Club,” added Scott Allen, Park Hyatt Aviara Resort general manager.

For more information visit Aviara Golf Club, or call (760) 603-6900 for tee time reservations.

About Park Hyatt Aviara Resort

Secluded amidst 200 acres of hillsides and rolling valleys within the master-planned community of Aviara, Park Hyatt Aviara Resort provides an appealing setting for any function. The resort’s Spanish colonial architecture welcomes with a sense of casual elegance. Each of the 327 spacious guest rooms – including 43 suites – features a private balcony or landscaped terrace offering magnificent views. Expansive facilities for meetings and special events are enhanced by complete resort amenities, from acclaimed dining at four on-site restaurants, to a full-service spa, swimming, tennis, a fitness center and an Arnold Palmer-designed 18-hole championship golf course.

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About Troon

Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon is the world’s largest golf management company, with now more than 220 golf courses in its portfolio. Also specializing in homeowner association management, private residence clubs, estate management and associated hospitality venues, the company oversees operations at Troon Golf (daily-fee & resort) and Troon Privé (private) properties located in 34 states and 28 countries. Additionally, 48 Troon facilities enjoy a Top 100 ranking by national or international publications. Troon properties include Kapalua, Maui, Hawaii; Sewailo Golf Club, Tucson, Ariz.; Manchester Country Club, Bedford, N.H.; Centurion Club, Hertfordshire, England; and Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, El Jadida, Morocco.