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Southwestern Yacht Club

• Address: 2702 Qualtrough St.,San Diego CA 92106
• Phone: 619.222.0438 Fax: 619.222.-8214
• Web Site: southwesternyc.org
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Top 5 Yacht Clubs In San Diego, CA

Here is our list of the best yacht clubs in San Diego for yacht enthusiasts.

If you’re looking for a place to enjoy the San Diego waterfront, there’s no shortage of great yacht clubs to choose from. But with so many options, it can be tough to know which one is right for you. To help narrow things down, we’ve compiled a list of the top 5 yacht clubs in San Diego, based on location, amenities, and overall atmosphere.

From the bustling San Diego Yacht Club to Silver Gate Yacht Club, there’s something for everyone. So whether you’re a sailing enthusiast or just looking for a place to relax and take in the stunning views, read on for our picks of the best yacht clubs in town.

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#1: San Diego Yacht Club

The San Diego Yacht Club was started in 1886 and is one of the oldest yacht clubs in the United States. Since 1886, SDYC has been the home of world-class sailing, and it’s easy to see why. With its prime location on Shelter Island, SDYC offers stunning views of San Diego Bay, as well as easy access to the open ocean.

In addition to its sailing facilities, SDYC also has a full-service clubhouse, complete with a restaurant, bar, and event space. The club also offers its members, spouses, and children a variety of social and recreational activities, making it the perfect place to enjoy all that San Diego has to offer.

Some of the key facilities include Full Service Sailing Center, Tennis Court, Swimming Pool, Gym, Restaurant and Bar, Wet Slips, etc.

The club operates all year round and offers a range of membership types to suit everyone. There are programs for juniors, families, and those looking to race or cruise. If you’re looking for a world-class sailing experience in the heart of San Diego, the San Diego Yacht Club is hard to beat.

#2: Southwestern Yacht Club

The Southwestern Yacht Club is located in San Diego’s Point Loma neighborhood and has been a fixture of the community since 1925. The club is situated on beautiful San Diego Bay, offering stunning views of the city skyline. The Southwestern Yacht Club is famous for its relaxed and welcoming atmosphere, making it the perfect place to unwind after a long day.

The club has a full-service clubhouse, complete with a restaurant, bar, and event space. There are also tennis courts, a swimming pool, and a gym on-site. In addition, the club operates a wet slip marina, making it easy to get out on the water.

The Southwestern Yacht Club offers a variety of membership types, including social, racing, and cruising memberships. The club is open year-round and hosts a variety of events, making it the perfect place to meet friends and neighbors.

Currently, there are over 800 members, making the Southwestern Yacht Club one of the largest and most friendly yacht clubs in San Diego.

#3: Silver Gate Yacht Club

The Silver Gate Yacht Club was founded in 1952. It is located in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego and is situated on the beautiful San Diego Bay. The club has a rich history and a proud tradition of sailing.

The club was recently renovated and now has a modern clubhouse complete with a restaurant, bar, and event space. The Silver Gate Yacht Club also has a marina with wet and dry slips. This allows members to conveniently access the open ocean.

The club’s fleets include cruising fleets, fishing fleets, and racing fleets. The Silver Gate Yacht Club is home to a variety of events throughout the year, including the world-famous San Diego Yacht Club Race Week.

This is one of the largest and most prestigious yacht races in the world. If you are a lover of music and dance, the Silver Gate Yacht Club has got you covered. As a member, you get the chance to access the 2013 New clubhouse facilities, dining facilities, Heated pool and spa, Library, and work-out room. All these facilities are state of the art and will make your stay enjoyable.

#4: Point Loma Yacht Club

Point Loma Yacht Club is among the top yacht clubs in San Diego. It is situated in the Point Loma neighborhood and has a rich history dating back to the 90s. The club is properly equipped with all the amenities you would need for a great sailing experience.

The Point Loma Yacht Club has a clubhouse that overlooks the beautiful San Diego Bay. There are races and cruises all year long, making this the perfect place to spend your free time. Some of the races include the Bob Kearns Memorial Race, the Charity Bay Race, and Jimmy Rogers Memorial Race.

The Point Loma Yacht Club also has a wet slip marina. This is convenient for members who want to keep their boats at the club. Some of the benefits of being a member of the Point Loma Yacht Club include access to the clubhouse and its facilities, discounts on boat slips, and discount on fuel.

The club also has a variety of social events throughout the year. Its clubhouse is also available for weddings and other special occasions. If you are looking for a top-notch yacht club in San Diego, look no further than the Point Loma Yacht Club.

#5: Mission Bay Yacht Club

Mission Bay Yacht Club is located in the heart of Mission Bay and is just minutes from the San Diego Zoo, SeaWorld, and downtown. The club has a rich history starting from 1927 and has been a cornerstone of the community ever since.

The club is famous for its hospitable members and beautiful location. MBYC has an online apparel store, several social events throughout the year, an award-winning website, and a clubhouse that is open to members and their guests.

MBYC offers a variety of membership types to suit every need, including flag members, out-of-town members, social members, military members, and more. The club has a renowned tradition of the Corinthian sailboat racing. This is an annual regatta that has been taking place at the MBYC for over 60 years. The staff is incredibly friendly, and theree are a number of other reasons this club lands on our list of the best yacht clubs in San Diego.

Some of its famous champions include Doug Hart, David Tillson, and many others. The Mission Bay Yacht Club is the perfect place for anyone who loves sailing or wants to learn more about the sport.

These are the top 5 yacht clubs in San Diego. Each club has its own unique history and tradition. As a member of any of these clubs, you will have access to some of the best sailing experiences in the world. So, what are you waiting for? Give them a call today if you’re looking to join, or book our catamaran yacht today to get a feel for yachting today!

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Southwestern yacht club in san diego is now powered by the sun and stellar solar.

Their recently commissioned 100kW system consisting of 186 panels is projected to offset 40% of the Yacht Club's electric consumption. 

SAN DIEGO , June 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  Stellar Solar , one of  the most experienced commercial and residential solar and battery installers in Southern California and Michigan since 1998, and consistent winner of  the San Diego Union Tribune Readers Poll in the category of Best Solar Company, recently designed and installed an impressive 100kW solar panel system for the Southwestern Yacht Club in San Diego . Consisting of 186 panels, the system will offset 40% of the Yacht Club's electric consumption, producing 154 MW hours annually, resulting in significant cost savings.

Southwestern Yacht Club Facilities Director Robert Soderberg was responsible for managing the project and working with Stellar Solar on the planning and installation: "Southwestern Yacht Club wanted to take a leadership role among similar clubs in San Diego on taking steps to protect the environment in San Diego that provides us the opportunity to enjoy the waters our Club is located on and that our members boat on. On top of that it was just a very smart financial decision with the regular electric rate increases that have been significant lately. We chose Stellar Solar based on their track record in the commercial and residential space along with their longevity."

John Darlington was the project manager for the Stellar Solar commercial team and guided the entire process from design to installation to activation: "Besides being one of the more beautiful locations in San Diego to be installing solar, it was a great experience working with the entire team at Southwestern Yacht Club. Besides what Robert mentioned, this is a great opportunity for the Club members to see solar in action and possibly consider it for their homes, as our residential solar division is the most experienced solar and battery installer in San Diego . Our commercial solar and residential solar divisions complement each other nicely that way.  In addition to solar, we take pride in being the leading resource for energy storage and electric vehicle connectivity in Southern California and Michigan - helping businesses and homeowners electrify their lives with both."

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About Stellar Solar  Headquartered in Oceanside, California and Royal Oak, Michigan , Stellar Solar is a leading California and Michigan residential and commercial PV solar and battery storage design and installation company since 1998 with over 16,000+ installations across Southern California and Michigan, including notable commercial installations on The Salk Institute, US Foods, Cedars Sinai Hospital and more. Readers of the Union Tribune have voted Stellar Solar as the best solar panel company again in 2023 marking the sixth year in a row and tenth time in twelve years winning the award.  Their 5 Star Reviews on Yelp, A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau and high customer ratings on Angie are further testament to their standing as the leading solar, battery storage, and EV connectivity provider to homes, businesses, nonprofits and faith-based organizations in Southern California and Michigan.  Learn more at www.stellarsolarcommercial.com and www.stellarsolar.net

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About Southwestern Yacht Club

SWYC has an unmatched location in a beautiful Point Loma residential area within the Shelter Island Yacht Basin.  There are nearby walking trails, restaurants and boating services, plus quick access to San Diego Bay and the Pacific Ocean from our docks.  With incredible Point Loma and San Diego Bay vistas, SWYC also boasts a beautiful, state-of-the-art yachting clubhouse and facilities which were refurbished in 2010.

Southwestern Yacht Club believes in giving back to the community. The Benefit on the Bay Events (Gala, Race with post-race BBQ, and Anglers Tournament) are annual fundraising events with all proceeds benefiting a worthy San Diego foundation. SWYC is proud to support several community events including the Junior Foundation (providing scholarships for youth sailing programs), the White Sea Bass Release Project and other charitable programs.

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To be represented by Premium Yachts, Ferretti Yachts and Riva , two prestigious brands of the Ferretti Group, will be present at the Moscow International Boat Show 2013, displaying motor yacht Ferretti 530 as well as Riva Iseo yacht tender.

Luxury motor yacht Ferretti 530

Luxury yacht Ferretti 530 was very keen to undertake in collaboration once again with AYT – Advanced Yacht Technology, Ferretti Group Engineering Division and Studio Zuccon International Project . The compact dimensions, 16 meters long and almost 5 meters wide, allow the 530 yacht to deliver grand Italian luxury and cruising immersed in such comfort until now unheard of in a yacht of this size.

Ferretti 530 yacht boasts three revolutionary innovations: the full beam master cabin with chaise longue and two large open view windows that make it a real suite at sea level bathed in light, tones and the natural essences of teak. Moving the galley from the center to the aft section creates a unique open space that includes the saloon, galley, cocktail bar and the dining area, the cockpit area continues thanks to the tilting window. The roll bar free sky lounge and the spoiler allow the 530 a sporty appearance combined with elegantly formal lines.

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Riva , the iconic Ferretti Group brand, presented a new model at the historical Lake d’Iseo shipyards in July 2011. Featuring elegance and ease of transportation as its distinctive characteristics, Iseo superyacht tender , a 27 foot runabout, is destined to become a must-have for those who love cruising on both lakes and the sea, and, most importantly, design enthusiasts. It is also perfect for anyone wishing to enhance their yacht with an exclusive tender that will never go unnoticed.

Riva Iseo superyacht tender

Due to its ease of manoeuvrability and size, Iseo yacht tender is also ideal as a tender for large yachts. Innovative and elegant, it can also guarantee comfort in bad weather conditions. Besides the electrohydraulic bimini top, it was also designed with a waterproof, automobile-style soft top which protects those on board against water and the wind during cruising.

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Sarasota Yacht Club

Organized in 1907 and established in 1926, Sarasota Yacht Club is a Distinguished Elite Club, a Platinum Club of the World, and a Platinum Club of America. The Club offers impressive amenities including indoor and outdoor dining, a pool and pool bar, a 110-slip marina, and a fitness center, all with panoramic views of Sarasota Bay.

Enjoy the quintessential Sarasota experience by taking advantage of our kayak and paddleboard rental fleet, enjoying a poolside cocktail, or indulging in an artfully prepared meal with the perfect sunset view. Whether you’re seeking adventure or craving an award-winning culinary experience, Sarasota Yacht Club prides itself on exceeding expectations for both members and reciprocal members.

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Waterfront casual and formal dining with banquet capacity up to 500 persons 110-slip marina Swimming pool Fitness Center Watersports Rentals Including: Kayaks and Paddleboards

• Dress Code Casual and formal dining.
• Age Restriction -No Age Restriction
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Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00am – 7:00pm

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Tuesday – Sunday: 11:30am – 2:30pm & 5:30pm – 08:30pm

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Tuesday – Thursday & Sunday: 11:30am – 7:30pm

Friday & Saturday: 11:30am – 08:30pm

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Wednesday & Sunday: 4:00pm – 7:00pm

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• First there is the Racing Fleet, where friends and  family can enjoy racing at its best!  All you need to do is join and start racing. The Racing Fleet takes care of assigning you a handicap based on your skill level.
• If you want even more excitement, the PHRF racing scene is for you. Here you will compete against yachts from all over the area in events as varied as 60+ mile ocean races to fierce windward leeward buoy racing.
• And, if that is not enough, then there is our Competition Committee. You can get hooked up with some national events to compete against the best.

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• Sign up to compete in one of many sailboat races.  We are nationally recognized for our excellent race management skills so you are sure to enjoy a well-run competitive race.
• Volunteer as crew. Racers are always looking for crew and the better you are, the more sought after you’ll be.  Crewing is the best way to sharpen your sailing skills.
• Get involved with Race Management. Race Management organizes and executes the races from the starts to finishes, from protests to the scoring, and always needs volunteers to ensure races run smoothly. 

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Ukraine’s Push Into Russia Met Early Success. Where Does It Go From Here?

Ukraine’s forces could try advancing farther on Russian soil, or return to the front line, where Moscow is making gains. There are arguments for various options.

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By Kim Barker and Constant Méheut

Reporting from Kyiv, Ukraine

The success of Ukraine’s secret incursion into Russia is clear. Ukrainian forces pushed past two lines of Russian defenses in the southwestern region of Kursk and moved through Russian highways and villages with little resistance. Since the operation began 11 days ago, they have gone beyond Kursk to the neighboring region of Belgorod, putting other communities on edge and rattling Moscow .

The ultimate strategy and goals of the invasion, though, are still murky. Western allies, including the United States and Germany, say they are watching and monitoring the situation but letting Ukraine lead the way. Even the Ukrainian leadership seems surprised by the extent of the operation’s initial success, the first time that Russia, a nuclear power, has been invaded since World War II.

So now what?

Ukraine has several options.

Ukrainian forces could try to keep pushing further into Russia. They could dig into the territory they now hold and try to defend it. Or, battered by continual losses in eastern Ukraine, especially this week near the strategically important city of Pokrovsk , they could decide that they have made the point to the West, and to Moscow, that Russia is not invincible. In that case, they could then pull back.

“We are playing here a bit on the psychological point that great powers do not lose their territories,” said Mykola Bielieskov, a senior analyst from Come Back Alive, a foundation that provides support to members of Ukraine’s military. If Russia loses, “it means that they are not that big.”

There are vulnerabilities for both sides.

Ukrainian officials have told senior United States civilian and military officials that the operation aims to create an operational dilemma for the Russians — to force Moscow to divert troops off the front lines in the eastern Ukraine region of Donetsk, where they have made slow but steady progress for weeks.

John Kirby, the U.S. National Security Council spokesman, said in an interview with MSNBC on Thursday that Russia had begun deploying its forces to Kursk, although he did not specify where they were coming from. He declined to give an assessment of the Ukrainian operation in Kursk, but said the United States was monitoring how Russia is reacting and redeploying its troops.

“In the meantime, we are going to continue to make sure that Ukraine has the weapons and capabilities that it needs to defend itself,” Mr. Kirby said. “We are going to continue to talk to Ukrainians.”

But the operation has also created a vulnerability for Kyiv. Some of its valuable, battle-hardened soldiers from the 600-mile front line in eastern and southern Ukraine have moved to Kursk. And that has weakened its positions in eastern Ukraine.

By Aug. 9, four days into the Russian incursion, Russian forces had pushed to about 10 miles outside the beleaguered eastern Ukrainian town of Pokrovsk, a critical logistics hub for Ukrainian forces, according to Britain’s Defense Ministry . Russian forces have been hitting them along this stretch of the Donetsk region for months.

By Thursday, the situation was even worse. Residents of Pokrovsk, about 40,000 people, were urged to leave — the Russian Army was about eight miles from the city.

The Institute for the Study of War, a Washington-based think tank, said on Thursday that Russian troops had also made gains toward the frontline town of Toretsk, whose capture would ease the way for Russian forces in the Donetsk region of eastern Ukraine.

Ukraine, it appears, wants to hold ground.

So far, the Ukrainians have not talked publicly about their plans in Russian territory. Gen. Oleksandr Syrsky, who took over as Ukraine’s top military commander in February, claimed on Thursday that his troops had pushed more than 21 miles into Russia. He said that Ukraine controlled more than 80 Russian settlements in the Kursk region, including Sudzha, a town of 6,000. The claims could not be independently verified, although analysts say that Sudzha is likely under full Ukrainian control.

Fighting has also expanded to the neighboring regions of Belgorod and Bryansk, where Russia has introduced counterterrorism measures.

As Ukrainian soldiers make inroads into Russia, the leadership appears to be making plans to hold ground, analysts say.

Mr. Syrsky said on Thursday that Ukraine had set up its first military office in Kursk. A deputy prime minister talked about creating a humanitarian corridor extending from the Kursk region south to the Ukrainian border region of Sumy. At a Wednesday meeting, President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukrainian troops were protecting Russian citizens and following the rules of international law.

Ukraine is nimble, but Russia is bigger.

So far, Ukrainian troops do not seem to be building the kind of entrenched lines seen in eastern Ukraine, where trenches, anti-armored vehicle ditches and anti-tank pyramid obstacles known as dragon’s teeth dot the landscape.

Such digging in presents risks, said Serhii Kuzan, the chairman of the Ukrainian Security and Cooperation Center, a nongovernmental research group.

Any fixed position would be exposed to potentially devastating Russian airstrikes and would be difficult to defend against Russian troops attacking from different sides. Russia, after all, has the upper hand in forces and weapons.

Mr. Kuzan said Ukraine should instead continue to execute what he called “highly maneuverable combat operations,” by attacking where Russia does not expect and performing raids with small units to probe and destabilize Russian defenses.

“We cannot fight a symmetrical war — tank against tank, soldier against soldier — because the Russians have greater numbers of forces,” Mr. Kuzan said.

Ukraine has not faced much resistance from Russian forces at this point. Moscow has been slow to mount a major defense and has not yet successfully countered Ukrainian troops in Kursk, analysts say. Russian military bloggers, though, claimed that Ukrainian forces were advancing at a slower tempo on Thursday.

The gains in Russia could provide negotiating leverage.

Analysts say the Ukrainians could also use the territory as a kind of bargaining chip with Russia, if they manage to hold it. Ukrainian officials have told Washington that Kyiv wants leverage for the future, according to U.S. officials , perhaps to swap the Russian territory for land near Kharkiv that Russian forces took in the spring.

Mykhailo Podolyak, a top Ukrainian presidential adviser, said on Friday that Russia would be forced to the negotiating table only through suffering “significant tactical defeats.”

“In the Kursk region, we can clearly see how the military tool is being used objectively to persuade” Russia to enter “a fair negotiation process,” he wrote on social media .

Ukraine also claims to have captured hundreds of Russian prisoners of war, who could be traded for Ukrainian prisoners held by Russia. The Russians guarding the border posts in Kursk were mostly conscripts, forced to serve as part of Russia’s mobilization, as opposed to the battle-hardened contract soldiers and irregular forces fighting in Ukraine’s east and south.

Putting those conscripts at risk poses a political risk for President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia; in Ukraine, Mr. Zelensky has referred to an “exchange fund” that Ukraine has starkly increased.

Kyiv may be sending a message.

The real goals of the operation may not be on the Russia battlefield.

After the failure of Ukraine’s much-advertised counteroffensive last year and the ongoing losses in the east, it appears to be trying to change the war’s narrative.

The Ukrainians may be trying to convince the West that they will not give up, and that the United States in particular should allow them to use American long-range cruise missiles inside Russia.

After all, it has happened before: Over the 30 months of this war, the United States has repeatedly refused to supply Ukraine with certain kinds of weapons or to use those weapons in certain ways, only to then relent.

Over the past week, Mr. Zelensky has raised the issue of striking Russia with Western-supplied long-range missiles at least four times in his nightly video addresses.

“We need appropriate permissions from our partners to use long-range weapons,” he said on Monday . “This is something that can significantly advance the just end of this war.”

Kim Barker is a Times reporter writing in-depth stories about national issues. More about Kim Barker

Constant Méheut reports on the war in Ukraine, including battlefield developments, attacks on civilian centers and how the war is affecting its people. More about Constant Méheut

Our Coverage of the War in Ukraine

A Deadly Russian Barrage:  Russia launched a fresh wave of missile and drone attacks  on Kyiv and several other large Ukrainian cities, continuing a far-reaching bombing campaign .

Ukraine’s Poetry Boom:  With verses that capture the raw emotions of the war and resonate deeply with the population, Ukrainian poets have emerged as some of the country’s most influential voices .

Modi’s Kyiv Visit:  Prime Minister Narendra Modi of India visited Kyiv, furthering a diplomatic effort by Ukraine to engage non-Western nations  in potential settlement talks with Russia.

A Shift on Putin in Russia:  Negative feelings about President Vladimir Putin have appeared to increase across Russia  since Ukraine’s incursion into the country, according to a firm that tracks Russian attitudes.

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February 24, 2015

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In Russia, the western concept of building architecturally beautiful golf courses filled with modern and luxurious amenities has found fertile ground. What was considered a frivolous pastime during the time of the Soviets has become the latest trend for the stylish set. These days, there are countless options around Moscow to practice golf, polo, ski, yachting, and other sports alongside 5-star hotels, luxurious country houses, and magnificent villas.

The game of golf is a sport that requires passion and expertise. It is also part of a culture that considers this pastime a synonym of social prestige and exclusivity. In recent years, the new Russian elite has turned to golf as a vehicle of integration in the era of globalization. Golf courses are also meeting and socializing spaces where Muscovite tycoons can relax and also seal business deals.

Golf Courses in Russia

The Moscow Country Club, Pestovo Golf & Yacht Club, Tseleevo Golf & Polo Club, and Zavidovo Golf Club, PGA National Russia are some of the most exclusive and elegant golf courses in Russia. Some of them have made it to the list of Top 15 golf clubs in the world, a source of great prestige for the country.

Moscow Country Club Moscow Country Club

The first 18-hole golf course built in Russia, Moscow Country Club, hosts the exclusive PGA European Tour. Located just eight miles from the city center, this luxurious facility was created by architect Robert Trent Jones Jr . The design takes advantage of a typical Russian birch and spruce forest to provide a natural environment of extraordinary beauty.

Pestovo Golf & Yacht Club Pestovo Golf & Yacht Club

The Pestovo Golf & Yacht Club is 18 miles from the heart of Moscow, close to historical monuments from the 17th and 18th centuries. Designed by famed architects Paul and Dave Thomas , this 18-hole course is part of a complex that includes a yacht club, an equestrian center, and a health and wellness facility. Pestovo Golf & Yacht Club is Russia’s version of a classic country club with multiple attractions.

Tseleevo Golf & Polo Club Tseleevo Golf & Polo Club

This park is among the best in Eastern Europe and was awarded the 2014 World Golf Award as the best golf course in Russia. Located 25 miles from Moscow, it is part of a vast complex featuring an 18-hole golf course, designed by Jack Nicklaus , a polo club and a mountain ski club with four tracks. The design combines classic Scottish, Alpine, and English features in a dreamy landscape.

Zavidovo Golf Club, PGA National Russia Zavidovo Golf Club, PGA National Russia

Less than 60 miles from Moscow, this golf course with a definite Scottish design is the only one in Russia recognized as a PGA (Professional Golfers’ Association) from Britain and Ireland. Located in an ecologically pristine area on the banks of the Volga River, the Zavidovo Golf Club embodies the spirit and appearance of the legendary Scottish golf courses. Its many springs and streams, hills, forests, swamps and lakes justify its reputation as a very demanding circuit. Last year, it entered the exclusive club of the 15 best golf courses in the world.   ■

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