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What to wear golfing on vacation or at a resort
AI illustrationA golf vacation should feel easy. Resort courses are often more relaxed than private clubs, but many still have dress codes, and the best vacation clothes work on the course, at lunch and at dinner without a change.
Check the resort's dress code#
Most resort courses expect a collared shirt and golf shoes, and many don't allow denim or athletic shorts on the course. Check the resort website or call the pro shop before you pack.
Dress for the destination#
Desert resorts are often hot in the afternoon but chilly early in the morning, so pack a layer for dawn tee times. Coastal resorts can be breezy and cool even in summer, so a half-zip or light shell earns its place.
Choose pieces that work off the course#
A plain polo with tailored pants or shorts looks right at the course, the pool bar and a casual dinner. Solid colors and small logos make the same pieces easy to mix through the week.
Sun and hats#
Vacation rounds often mean more sun than usual. Bring a cap, sunscreen and sunglasses, and reapply sunscreen at the turn.
Something for the evenings#
Resort evenings can turn cool, especially in the desert and on the coast. A crewneck or hoodie is ideal for a patio dinner or a firepit after the round.
Questions#
Do golf resorts have dress codes?
Most do. A collared shirt and golf shoes are typical, and many resorts don't allow denim on the course. Check with the pro shop.
Can I wear my golf clothes to dinner at the resort?
Often, yes. A clean polo and tailored pants suit most casual resort restaurants. Check the restaurant's dress code for anything formal.
Do I need a layer for a warm-weather golf trip?
Usually. Early tee times, air-conditioned clubhouses and coastal breezes can all feel cool, so a half-zip is worth packing.
