You've got to put The Gleneagles Resort on the top of your "must visit" golf resort list if history and tradition are what makes the sport special to you. Nestled among 850 acres of splendid Perthshire hills in the Scottish countryside, Gleneagles' three "Best Of" courses showcase the inspiration of two of golf's most celebrated champions. Five-time Open Championship winner James Braid designed the King's and Queen's courses that have challenged golf's royalty for over 80 years with the long ridges and secluded hollows characteristic of Scotland's older links courses. In the 1990s, Jack Nicklaus designed the PGA Centenary Course, which will serve as host of the 2014 Ryder Cup. A modern classic in the sport's historic homeland, Jack's creation features tees graded at five stages at each hole to give players of all skill levels hope for a respectable round. The Gleneagles Hotel opened to much fanfare in 1924, with its majestic French chateau design and luxurious accommodations fit for a king. A member of the prestigious Leading Hotels of the World collection, the Gleneagles Hotel hosted the G8 summit of world leaders in 2005. If offers a true resort package, from spa services and impeccable service to gourmet dining.

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