Located in Naples, Florida, Tiburon Golf Club which forms part of the Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort features two 18-hole, Greg Norman-designed golf courses, The Gold and The Black. Tiburon is home to the LPGA Tour's CME Group Tour Championship and the PGA TOUR's QBE Shootout and is consistently rated among the top golf facilities in Florida by Golf Digest and GOLF Magazine. 

Following Norman's philosophy of maximizing the natural allure of the land, each element has been carefully integrated to produce a pleasing atmosphere in which to appreciate the finer aspects of the game. Designated as a Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary by Audubon International, Tiburon Golf Club strives to protect and enhance its natural surroundings. 

The Black Course which opened in 2001 features six sets of tees to challenge players of all levels and can play up to 6,949-yards. The par 72 layout has a very distinctive look with its pine straw-lined fairways, crushed coquina waste areas, and undulating greens nestled amidst acres of pine trees and native Florida foliage. There are caddie services available as well as ample practice facilities including a driving range, short game practice area, and putting green. 

The 27,000-square-foot Mediterranean-style clubhouse at Tiburon provides members elegant comfort combined with exceptional service and there are three superior dining rooms, private member locker rooms, and lounge areas, as well as a fully-equipped, award-winning Pro shop. The resort amenities at the Ritz-Carlton are also available including luxury accommodation, tennis courts, swimming pool spa, and fitness center. 

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