Some features it includes are instruction from the top 100 teachers in America, interviews with famous golfers, tips on the best values for golf courses to go to on vacation, and an annual club test.

Golf Magazine conducts an annual survey of experts to determine the best course in the United States and the world.

On the emeritus list are: On November 1, 2011, Golf Magazine selected Rory McIlroy over Yani Tseng for its 2011 player of year.

The magazine's editor, David Clarke wrote, “We are pleased to name Rory McIlroy as our inaugural Player of the Year.” Americans have embraced this young Northern Irishman, taking him into their hearts not just out of admiration for his amazing talent, but also for the grace he has shown in victory and defeat, his generosity of time with fans, and his commitments to causes beyond golf.”[4] The McIlroy selection was heavily criticized by golf bloggers.

[5] The #1 male player in the world at the time, Luke Donald, tweeted, "So rude and disrespectful of Yani.