(JACKSON, Mississippi) -- The summer season is slipping away, but there's still time to take full advantage of the more than 140 quality golf courses in the state of Mississippi that provide a variety of price points and are offering affordable packages.

The Magnolia State's courses continue to pile up Best-Of honors thanks to their visually pleasing layouts designed by some of the biggest names in golf. And once you walk off the course, the state's five distinct regions (The Delta, The Hills, The Pines, The Capital/River, The Coastal) all feature plenty of non-golf activities, including world-famous gourmet cuisine, luxurious casino resorts, family-themed attractions, history and the Blues and Country music trails.

Check out these stay-and-play golf options and for more information on packages available throughout the state go to www.visitmississippi.org or call toll-free 1-866-801-8551 to receive a free Golf Travel Guide and suggested play-and-stay itineraries.

The Links at Cottonwood - Tunica, Mississippi

Designed by Hale Irwin, The Links at Cottonwood is a links-style course that was voted one of the Top 40 Casino Courses by Golf Digest and features amazing landscaping, three lakes and holes inspired by numerous British Open courses.

Harrah's Tunica Hotel and Casino is the largest casino resort between Las Vegas and Atlantic City and offers three luxurious hotel towers, a state-of-the-art event and entertainment center and three outdoor pools as well as a world-class spa.

The stay-and-play golf packages start at $85 a night (based on double occupancy, select dates available) and includes a Terrace Hotel room at Harrah's Tunica Hotel and Casino and a round of golf at The Links at Cottonwood, including full use of the practice range.

For reservations or information please call 1-877-307-PLAY (7529) or visit www.HarrahsTunica.com.

Old Waverly - West Point, Mississippi

Old Waverly is an 18-hole championship course designed by Jerry Pate and Bob Cupp and has been named the No. 1 course in Mississippi by Golf Digest and a Top 100 Course in America by Golfweek. The course has played host to a number of prestigious events including the U.S. Women's Open, the Southeastern Conference Championships and the U.S Women's Open Mid-Amateur Championship.

Corporate Cottages, Garden Court Villas, Waverly Court Condominiums and Scotland Yard Condominiums are available and one-night stays begin at $150.

For reservations or more information please call 662.495.5485 or visit www.OldWaverly.com.

Timberton Golf Club - Hattiesburg, Mississippi

Timberton Golf Club was designed by PGA pro Mark McCumber and is playable for all skill levels. Timberton has been named a Top-10 course in Mississippi and has been the site of numerous state championships and USGA and PGA qualifying events.

The nearby Hilton Garden Inn is offering a special golf rate that begins at $109 per night (double occupancy) and includes a free breakfast for two.

For reservations or more information please call 601.261.3770 or visit www.TimbertonGolf.com.

Contact:
Gary Trask, 978.228.0314
Buffalo Communications
gtrask@billycaspergolf.com

Dan Shepherd, 703.891.3320
Buffalo Communications
dshepherd@billycaspergolf.com
www.buffalocommunications.com