Work on Your Swing at the Barbados Golf Club

While many travelers book Caribbean villas in order to enjoy the scenic shores and sun of the region, some of you are just looking for a scenic backdrop to play 18 holes in front of.

While many travelers book Caribbean villas in order to enjoy the scenic shores and sun of the region, some of you are just looking for a scenic backdrop to play 18 holes in front of. If your luxury vacation rentals take you to the tropical island nation of Barbados, then a trip to the Barbados Golf Club may be in the cards.

Approved and sanctioned by the PGA European Tour in 2003, the Barbados Golf Club is a palatial 18-hole course that features pleasant greens, rolling hills and a stunning view of the island's southern coast. The club boasts a par-72 course spread across more than 6,700 yards, and is sure to provide a challenge to even the most talented linksmen.

One of the defining features of the Ron Kirby-designed course is the large lake at its center, a water hazard that is sure to put golfers to the test. There are also multiple bunkers and other natural challenges that poke up at random intervals around the course.

Shooting a few rounds of golf can be a great way to enjoy your time in paradise, and booking luxury vacation rentals in the area is the perfect way to stay. These spacious accommodations boast a wealth of amenities that will surely make this a trip to remember.