After 45 Years, Doral Resort and Spa Still Has Something in the Bag

When traveling down to the Sunshine State you would be hard pressed not to stop in the thriving city of Miami.

By Naimah Jabali-Nash

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When traveling down to the Sunshine State you would be hard pressed not to stop in the thriving city of Miami. The lively hotspot serves up a cornucopia of options, whether it’s basking in the sun on one of the many vast beaches, indulging in the rich, savory cuisine or riding the pulsating beat of its vibrant nightlife, Miami has it all. Needless to say, golfers expect nothing less. For 45 years, Doral Resort and Spa has set the standard for exceptional Floridian golf courses. Doral’s array of courses provide players the luxury of choosing a course that suits their style of play and handicap, without compromising each course’s distinct characteristics. When Doris and Alfred Kaskel purchased the 2,400 acres of marshland, they cultivated a place where friends and families could leave their worries behind and wrap themselves in the warm Southern Florida sun. Since then, Doral Resort and Spa has become a mainstay in the city of Miami. “Doral is like an icon in the city,” says Cari Farinas, Marketing Manager of Doral. “If you’re a golfer and you’re in South Florida, you have to play the Blue Monster—you have to play Doral.”

For those whose skill level favors the shallow end of the hierarchial scale swing guru, Jim McLean, has just the right cure for your golfing ailments. In its 18th season at Doral, the Jim McLean Golf School features hands-on assistance from some of the nation’s top teaching professionals. The 3-D Biodynamic Swing Analysis fine tunes key positions in your swing path by comparing them to PGA Touring professionals. Although known for its exceptional 18-hole palmed tree playgrounds, Doral’s world-class spa, restaurants and shopping amenities may tickle your fancy, if the concept of hitting a little white ball around for hours on end isn’t necessarily “your thing.” Be that as it may, ask any golfer and they’ll tell you: there’s only one destination for golf in Miami and it’s Doral.