Orlando Golf

Orange County National debuted its T-Pod (The Player of the Day) Promotion recently and I think they have hit a “hole-in-one”.   On a recent visit to the golf course, I was able to witness firsthand the excitement generated in the golf shop and expect ‘The Player of the Day’ promotion to create a little special buzz at OCN and in the marketplace. 

What is the T-Pod promotion and what makes it so special? Well, the promotion surprises and excites the winning golfer in the golf shop upon arrival generating an experience that will be remembered by not only the winning golfer, but also his entire foursome.

Each day a random player is selected as OCN’s T-Pod, and is unexpectedly treated to a little extra personal touch that OCN has set aside for T-Pod.  Each T-Pod receives complimentary green and cart fees, use of a custom high speed golf cart equipped with a stereo and GPS yardage system, complimentary lunch and some draft beers.  The T-Pod will be seated in a plush leather chair at a special reserved table in front of big screen T.V. with full use of the remote control.

Father’s Day is fast approaching.  Have you purchased that special gift for the golfer in your life?  If not, let’s take a look at some gift ideas with a variety of budgets in mind.

Finding the perfect gift for the golfer can be challenging.  Golfers tend to be meticulous with their golf equipment.  So, if you are looking to purchase some golf clubs, make sure you do some investigating before you purchase. 

Some questions you might want to ask throughout your investigation:

• How’s your golf game lately?
• I was reading some news on the new Nike Driver.  Have you heard anything about it?

Mother’s Day is fast approaching and it’s time to secure that special gift for the mother of your kids or your mother.  Yes, we have all given the spa treatment, chocolates, and jewelry, but it’s time to think about some new ideas.  Let’s take a look at some gift ideas for that special golfer in your life.

Disclaimer:  we are not liable for the reaction these gifts generate, whether good or bad.  Proceed with caution…

Whether you’re a scratch golfer or a high handicapper, there is one area that all golfers can stay under par.  When it comes to conserving the environment, it’s no longer an individual game, but a team effort.  Going green seems difficult, but there are many simple steps that everyone can take to help protect planet earth.

For many of us, the golf course is a sacred land that should be protected.  We fix divots, repair ball marks and call penalties on ourselves.  It’s time we treat the planet in the same fashion that we treat the golf course.  Here’s a few ways that each of us can fix a few divots on Earth…

Morning Joe

I rarely miss the chance for a little Morning Joe.  It may be the popular morning show on MSNBC or a cup of coffee with one cream and two sugars.  When you stop by your local Starbucks on your way to the course, show that you care for the environment and bring your own, reusable coffee mug. Many Starbucks stores offer a discount when you bring your own cup.  This eliminates the need for disposable cups, insulating coffee cup sleeves and plastic lids.  This simple step can help protect the environment and eliminate a lot of waste.  Plus, it may just give you the Karma for that magical round of golf.

Well, it’s that time of year again.  Spring has arrived and The Masters golf tournament begins Thursday.  The Masters offers the greatest theater in all of sports.  It provides the ultimate drama in cinema that golf enthusiasts crave.

Let’s take a quick look at how this year’s version of the movie might play out.