You can’t talk golf without Tiger.

While Tiger hasn’t competed in many official Caribbean events, he’s designed one of the most stunning courses in the region: Albany Golf Course in Nassau, Bahamas. It’s also the host venue for his Hero World Challenge, an elite invitational that’s drawn names like Rory McIlroy, Jordan Spieth, and Justin Thomas to Bahamian shores. 

Highlight:  

• The Hero World Challenge has made Albany a go-to off-season luxury retreat for PGA stars. 

Rory McIlroy – Bahamas, Dominican Republic 

Northern Ireland’s golden boy has teed it up at Albany, but he’s also spent time practicing and vacationing across the Caribbean. 

Highlight: 

• Rory was part of a 2021 mini-resurgence of pros training in Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic, home to the Teeth of the Dog, a course so stunning it’s practically a calendar shoot. 

Jordan Spieth, Justin Thomas, Rickie Fowler – The “Golf Bros” in Paradise 

This crew is known not only for their skill but also for their bromance—and the Caribbean is one of their favorite getaways. 

Where?  

• Albany (Bahamas) for the Hero World Challenge

• Casa de Campo (DR) for offseason practice

• Occasional stops in Puerto Rico for charity work and low-key rounds. 

Puerto Rico Open – PGA Tour Presence 

Held at Coco Beach Golf Club, the Puerto Rico Open has seen the likes of: 

• Tony Finau (his first PGA win here!)

• Viktor Hovland 

• Ian Poulter 

• Alex Noren 

This is the Caribbean’s most consistent stop on the PGA Tour calendar. 

Other Notable Appearances 

• Ernie Els – Not only has he played extensively in the Caribbean, he’s also designed courses like Emerald Bay in Great Exuma.

• Phil Mickelson – Rumored sightings in St. Kitts and Anguilla for luxury exhibition rounds.

• Annika Sörenstam – A strong supporter of Caribbean women’s golf events and clinics. 

Final Swing: Golf’s Island Playground 

From world-class tournaments to private rounds at luxury resorts, the Caribbean is becoming more than just a vacation spot—it’s an elite golfer’s playground. With investment in high-end courses, celebrity-designed fairways, and the magnetic pull of turquoise sea and sky, expect to see even more pros swapping Augusta greens for ocean blues.