When You’re in a Pinch for the Ideal Trip, Unlimited Golf at TPC Danzante Bay is a No-Brainer

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Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto in Mexico

Think about the pickiest person you know — a friend, family member, that guy in your regular foursome who totally played the best round of his life while none of you were there to see it. Now think about how many resorts and destinations you can name off the top of your head that offer that perfect blend of “a little bit of everything” that would placate everyone on your various travel itineraries. It’s really not as easy as it sounds, as even the nicest Caribbean, Mexican, and Hawaiian resorts typically lack that one of the elements you’re looking for in a “complete” vacation.

Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto, though, is basically the epitome of this idea. For most traveling golfers, TPC Danzante Bay is a bucket list destination and maybe even a household name because it’s among the most photographed courses in Mexico, if not the entire world. But this resort offers way more than just an epic golf experience, as it is the ideal base camp for people seeking luxury, romance, wellness, adventure, and maybe even shopping for a dream vacation home.

It’s not hard to understand why this course is a photographer’s dream. (Courtesy Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto)

Still, let’s start with the golf, because the Unlimited Golf Package is probably the simplest way anyone can plan a long weekend that will beget unforgettable vacation memories. While enjoying the luxury of a three-night stay in a deluxe suite, guests will enjoy, as the name suggests, unlimited rounds of golf for the entirety of the stay. This is like Homer Simpson taking on the all-you-can-eat special at The Frying Dutchman, as you’ll be challenged with the age-old riddle of “How much golf is too much golf?”

There’s really no wrong answer, but you’ll want to save a little time for other activities, which is why this package allows you to swap out golf (which sounds insane, I know) with one of the phenomenal spa experiences, or something with a little more adrenaline, like fishing in Panga, a nighttime paddle board tour, or an ATV ride to see the surrounding area in style.

Guests of all ages won’t mind taking a break from golf and enjoying some action on or near the water. (Courtesy Villa del Palmar at the Islands of Loreto)

I also speak from experience when it comes to incorporating family-friendly activities into a golf vacation, and this setting is a godsend in terms of what it offers younger travelers. Obviously, the beach and pool might be able to provide the bulk of entertainment, but it’s almost always never enough. Fortunately for everyone, the resort can book boat tours and even scuba excursions within the Loreto Bay National Marine Park, which has often been compared to the Galápagos Islands in terms of wildlife, marine life, and all-around natural beauty. Combine that with Spanish lessons and cooking classes for the kids and even at three days this has all the makings of the trip of a lifetime.

Let’s not forget that there are golf lessons available, too, in case parents want to ensure their little ones become longtime playing partners as well.