Destination: Celtic Manor Resort

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Celtic Major will host the Ryder Cup in 2010.

The world will discover this Welsh resort when it hosts the Ryder Cup matches, but golf cognoscenti have long been aware of the 1,400-acre property, which is the brainchild of Terry Matthews, the country's first billionaire.

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GOLF

Montgomerie: The 2010 European Ryder Cup captain imbued his namesake course with dramatic features like deep pot bunkers and challenging tee shots with jaw-dropping views.

Roman Road: Overlooking an estuary, this hillside Robert Trent Jones Jr. design, which takes its name from the ancient thoroughfares that used to cross the site, is a three-time host of the Wales Open.

Twenty Ten: European Golf Design, the European Tour's architecture division, created a risk-reward-laden layout specifically for the Ryder Cup. There are plenty of intimidating tee shots and water hazards.

ACTIVITIES & AMENITIES

Forum Health Club: With cardio machines, free weights, dance studio, tennis courts and 20-meter pool, the gym is perfect for even the most active guests. After working out, they can relax in the largest freeform spa bath in Europe.

Forum Spa: In addition to traditional treatments, the spa features the Rasul Mud Ritual, which combines mediation, steam and cleansing mud in a private room, transporting guests to a relaxed state.

Treetops Sporting Ground: The shooting facility has 15 separate stands with two clays each, as wells a Scandinavian-style hunting lodge in which guests can relax after a session.

DINING

Crown: The décor inside the hotel's premier restaurant is as sophisticated and tasteful as the menu prepared by award-winning chef James Sommerin.

Le Patio Bistro: This French eatery in the rustic Manor House features seasonal dishes like frog legs, mussels steamed in white wine and crème brulee. Arrive early for a drink in the Manor Lounge bar.

Rafters: The restaurant in the new Twenty Ten clubhouse has views of the course that complement the modern British cuisine featuring local beef, lamb, fish and produce.