We have toyed with the idea of taking a couple of weeks off and heading down to California ( taking the clubs of course ). My wife suggested that if we do go I should try to play some of the better courses " where the pros. play ". I did play some of these courses a number of years ago, had a fabulous time, but now these courses are becoming ( in my opinion ) to pricey for the average working guy who enjoys a round of golf. Torrey Pines, south course, $ 240.00, La Costa, $ 230.00, Pebble Beach, $ 540.00, Spyglass, $ 360.00. We enjoyed six weeks back in Scotland last year and I managed to get a bit of golf in, I was invited to play Royal Troon by a member, that was delightful, if I had to pay the green fee it would have cost $ 235.00. Turnberry ( Ailsa course ) was also $ 235.00 and the " Old Course " at St Andrews was $ 265.00. I guess the old saying applies here " if you want to play, your going to pay " what I did find about golf in Scotland is that there are so many hidden gems, every little town had a golf course and some of them were quite spectacular averaging around $ 45.00 for a day ticket ( play as much as you want ). I guess its' likewise in California, I'm sure they have a great deal of golf courses down there that do not rape your wallet, I am going to check it out, suggestions guys, thanks buteman. ( prices quoted are in Can. funds )