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The trend of millennials moving to private golf communities, once unlikely due to declining interest in the sport among younger generations, is on the rise. This surprising shift gained momentum during the pandemic, with the National Golf Foundation reporting a record number of rounds played in 2023. Trending with this growing demand, Saltleaf Golf Preserve by London Bay has introduced an all-new public course in Bonita Springs, just a short drive from one of the country's golfing capitals: Naples, FL. Fully reimagined from its members-only roots as Raptor Bay Golf Club, Saltleaf Golf Preserve offers a public play, daily fee model, welcoming golfers of all ages to enjoy not just one, but two courses. While there, players experience the allure of the surrounding Saltleaf community, which includes a marina, nature trails, and 224 luxury condominiums at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Estero Bay. Could golf be the key to driving residential sales in the neighborhood? Keep reading The Wall Street Journal below:

🏇 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐲: 𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐬𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 🏇 As we celebrate the 150th Kentucky Derby, the excitement is palpable, and the stakes are higher than ever. Not only does this event captivate horse racing enthusiasts like myself, but it also plays a crucial role in boosting local economies. According to recent reports from WLKY, this year’s Derby is set to have the largest economic impact in its history, with Louisville Tourism estimating a staggering $405 million brought into the city over Derby weekend—a clear sign of its significant influence on the event and hospitality sectors. From hotels to local eateries and everything in between, the influx of visitors ensures that these industries thrive, supporting thousands of jobs and fostering community spirit. Whether it's the roar of the crowd or the race to the finish line, each aspect of the Derby creates unforgettable experiences and lasting economic impacts. 📊 𝐃𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰? The economic impact of this year's Derby is expected to be approximately $3 million more than last year, making it the highest estimate for any Kentucky Derby. As we gear up for this historic race, I'm curious to know: 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐧? Drop your favorites in the comments below and let's see who comes out on top! 🏆 #HorseRacing #EventIndustry #HospitalityIndustry #EconomicImpact #DerbyDay

Talk about a win-win!

Translation: The revenue generated by the Toptracer product surpasses that of the entire golf club. This is because, The Toptracer product is constantly evolving, to meet the needs of the customer. Let the article below, be your guide!!! #golf #golfbusiness

The conclusions of this latest NGF Fortnight are not surprising #municipalities are acquiring golf courses in order to preserve open space, jobs and recreational opportunities for their constitutes. However, they tend not to wish to run them opting to issue an RFP for contractual management. Muni golf is the backbone of new player development - our industry needs the affordability this segment of the industry offers. #golf #golfcourse #realestate #podcast #golfpodcast

In case you missed it... The latest edition of Golf Business Quarterly is now available, and this edition focuses on the connection between golf and our health and wellbeing. "That's the purpose of our focus in this issue of GBQ: to give us all pause to think for a moment about the wonderful things that golf can do, all of them far removed from the things we obsess about - like striving to hit fairways and avoiding that disastrous scorecard-ruining late double bogey." As Chief Executive of The PGA, Robert Maxfield says, it's time that we started to shift some of the wider perceptions of golf towards the many and undeniable mental and physical benefits that it offers. To read the latest edition of GBQ, or to claim your FREE subscription to the magazine, click here 🔗 https://bit.ly/3NY662A

The evolution of golf clubs in the US. And real estate.

⛳ Our survey data reveals a growing demand among golf club members in the US and England for enhanced social events and a more vibrant club life How can you make your club not just a place to play but a place to connect? In the comments, explore the short guide to strengthening your club life. #customerexperience #golfmanagement #nps #golfdata

It's tomorrow, but you can still book on. 5Alive Stourbridge is 10am - 12md at Stourbridge Golf Course. Come and join the fun. Comment below or book on here https://lnkd.in/etmcfwAW #FiveAlive #BusinessCommunity #BusinessNetworking

This is a great example of how synthetic turf seamlessly integrates into a golf course, enhancing both aesthetics and playability. The synthetic tees not only offer players a consistently high-quality playing surface for years but also contribute to cost savings for the club by reducing necessary inputs. The technology behind synthetic turf has advanced to a point where there is next to no distinction between the two - it is merely a perception issue that golfers don't seem to accept synthetic turf. This will change with more projects like this.