Snow is on the ground in many parts of Canada, and if it hasn’t happened yet, well we all know it is coming. The change in weather has Canucks plotting their great golf escape. Florida? Check. Palm Springs? Absolutely. Mexico, the Dominican, Jamaica? Book it.

But traveling to warmer climates comes with its challenges. Do you take on the expense of renting (while still needing golf shoes, gloves, balls) or do you ship your clubs? How do you make sure they get there without a problem? And what to do about clothing for those days where it might be cooler, or those warm afternoons in Florida where shorts are a mandatory accessory?

With that, we’ve put together our ultimate golf travel survival guide—the essentials you’ll need to ensure a great and memorable golf trip, whether that’s escaping with a buddy, or heading south for the winter with your spouse.

Protecting your clubs is key

Any experienced golf traveler knows it all starts with a good travel bag, one that reliably holds up everything a baggage handler can throw at it. A good golf travel cover will also comfortably fit a pair of shoes, some golf balls, and if you’re smart, some of your clothes as well. But that also makes them heavy, which is why versions with wheels are key.

Consider: Ogio Savage Travel Cover—Elegant and clean in appearance, with all the elements needed to make your trip successful—and with wheels, which makes traveling through airports a breeze.

You should also consider PING’s Rolling Travel Cover, which folds down into a bag for easy storage once you’ve reached your destination.

Club Glove’s First Bag Travel Cover is the ultimate in simplicity—it simply protects your clubs in a way almost no other golf travel case does. Strong and light, it is a great option—and Club Glove’s Stiff Arm Club Protector will ensure your driver is snapped when it is thrown into oversize. Tour Trek’s Shock Shield provides similar protection, and are essential for the traveling golfer.

Adapting for changing weather

Depending on where you’re traveling, you’re going to want to carefully consider what you’re going to wear on the course. In some places where the weather is inconsistent—yes, Florida we’re looking at you—one morning you might need a light sweater (Nike’s Therma Repel Crew Sweater is a great consideration that works well on a cool evening as well), or a jacket (TravisMathew’s Koozie Full Zip is ideal). And fellas, there’s nothing better than having the right underwear for walking around the course. No seriously, hear us out. That’s where 2UNDR underwear comes in. Pluggedingolf.com called it “the best, most comfortable underwear ever.” Enough said.

For the female golfer, consider apparel pieces that are lightweight and wrinkle-free so you can pull them out of your luggage without the hassle of hanging them up. Performance jersey dresses allow you to move comfortably from lunch at the hotel to the range to warmup before your round. Try Jamie Saddock’s Crunch Sleeveless Printed Dress, or Tail Women’s Sleeveless Printed Dress for those golf trips when the weather is warm.

Oh, and after you’re done, slip off your golf shoes, throw on a pair of sandals (Under Armour Ignite VIII Slide sandal is great for women, while Friday Slide Sandals from TravisMathew are perfect for men) and head to the pool. After all, a great golf vacation is as much about what you do away from the course, as on it.