The name Muskoka immediately conjures up the romance of a rustic getaway, a vacation in cottage country, a retreat to the tranquility of nature. With its cool green forests, crystal lakes and sunny summer weather, Muskoka has been a favorite destination for more than a century, and it has lost none of its appeal. The spectacular resort golf courses tucked away in this legendary recreational area may define golf in Canada with courses such as Deerhurst Highlands winding its way through stands of primeval forest crowning the craggy Canadian Shield, and The Lake Joseph Club on picturesque Lake joseph, named best new course in Canada by Golf Digest in 1997.

Niagara

As the home of one of the wonders of the world, Niagara has built a reputation for first class hospitality along with every type of amenity and attraction one could wish for. The famous Niagara Falls are just the beginning. Niagara has also grown into a full-fledged golf destination, offering a great selection of championship courses, as well as wine tasting, historic attractions, a destination casino and the renowned Shaw Festival at picturesque Niagara-On-The-Lake.

Toronto

If you're looking for perfection, the metropolis that Orson Wells described as "New York run by the Swiss" could be it. Cosmopolitan, clean, friendly, and safe, Toronto is the very image of a world-class city and nowhere is that more apparent than in its golf facilities. More than 200 courses lie within an hour's drive of downtown. Combine the world's finest turf-growing conditions with big-name architects, and you've got perfection. Included on this list are the Nicklaus-designed Glen Abbey, for more than 20 years home of the PGA Tour's Canadian Open and Royal Woodbine, a shotmaker's delight and host of several Canadian Tour events.