Costa del Sol Golf Guide

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Issue 67 路 July - August 2011

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Your complete guide to the Costa courses, including maps for locating each one

Featured Course La Cala Resort, the largest golf complex in Spain

Plus Guide to courses in and around C谩diz

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Welcome Issue 67. July - August 2011

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Welcome to the Costa del Sol Golf Guide, every golfers essential travel companion. This publication has been designed to help you get the very best out of your golf holiday by providing the most useful information about every golf course in the region. Most of the courses also use our magazine to promote their latest offers. In addition to the course descriptions and photography, our detailed directions and maps will ensure that you are always able to find the golf club you wish to play.

03. How to Find

This number relates to its position on the main map page, which gives a general overview of the Costa del Sol. A short description of how to get to each golf club, especially the all important Km. number for the correct turn off from the main road.

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A more detailed road map giving directions to the club. Follow the white line for the best route, observing sign posts and the key below.

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La Cala Resort The Natural Retreat La Cala Resort, the largest golf complex in Spain, is an exclusive residential and recreational estate of approximately 1,000 acres (4 million square metres), situated between the Sierra de Mijas Natural Park and the Mediterranean. Although located in a tranquil area, the resort is only 20 minutes from Marbella and 30 minutes from Malaga Airport.

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The largest golf complex in Spain Since its creation in 1989, the development concept at La Cala Resort has been one of low density in order to maximise the privacy for residents and to protect the resort’s special rustic environment. High-quality apartments, semi-detached homes, villas and plots are available for purchase.

The principal facilities within the estate include a luxury hotel, Caracala Spa, the commanding clubhouse with a new terrace area offering views over the three 18-hole golf courses, Campo Asia, Campo America and Campo Europa and a six holes par 3 ‘executive’ course. The David Leadbetter Golf Academy incorporates a grass driving range. The hotel commands a central position between the golf courses and the

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Both the five-star hotel and clubhouse are designed on the basis of the typical Andalusian cortijo-style building; rustic white-washed walls with red tile roofs.

The luxury Caracala Spa was opened in spring 2006. It was developed in conjunction with Wheway Lifestyle International, one of the top spa design companies in the world. One of the unique features is an indoor/outdoor hydrotherapy pool and a thermal suite. The 1,300 square metre spa also features an indoor exercise pool, an extensive range of thermal rooms, treatments, grooming studios and a solarium.

The resort acts as the winter headquarters for a number of European Golf Federations and for many foreign international football teams. Winter is the time when the weather in their own countries deprives them of valuable training opportunities.

La Cala Resort is situated 8 km inland. You will arrive at the resort when you drive up through the countryside from La Cala de Mijas, a small village situated on the A7 road between Mijas and Marbella on the Costa del Sol, Spain.

107 bedrooms and suites boast breathtaking views. Beautifully decorated, they maintain the traditional Andalusian architectural style whilst offering the luxury of satellite TV, electronic safe, direct dial telephones, central heating, air conditioning, minibar and bathrooms complete with underfloor heating.

For those in search of the perfect combination of business and pleasure, the complex offers a range of conference rooms with capacity for up to 226 people.

The facilities also include the excellent La Terraza restaurant in the hotel and the 19th Hole snack bar at the clubhouse. In their lounges and terraces with delightful views of the golf courses, the diner may indulge in the finest selection of national and international cuisine.

The Golf Courses The natural features of the terrain have been used to challenging effect by the golf architect, Cabell B. Robinson who was previously European Director of the Robert Trent Jones Organisation. The three courses – Campo Asia, Campo America and Campo Europa - are carefully maintained to ensure they are playable all year round.

The courses demand great accuracy from the tee and careful club selection. Extensive practice facilities are also available.

La Cala is also the location of the only David Leadbetter Golf Academy in Spain. The Academy consists of a new ‘state-of-theart’ teaching building with adjoining driving range and six-hole par 3 Executive course. In 2007, the resort secured a Guinness World Record when 614 players competed in one competition on one day in aid of UNICEF.

laCala&You – La Cala Resort affinity card The resort’s “laCala&You” affinity card offers non-residents an opportunity to sample the facilities. The programme was launched in May 2007 and is open to anyone over 18 years who completes a “no cost” application form in the resort or via the website. There are now over 2,500 cardholders of the “laCala&You” scheme from 22 countries.

The programme offers a range of benefits to its cardholders, including discounts at the hotel and its restaurants, on golf packages, free Spa thermal circuits and free buggies. There are also exclusive competitions and events for members. Around 500 players take part each year in “laCala&You” competitions.

La Cala Resort contact channels Hotel Reservations: Tel. 952 669 016 - hotel@lacala.com Golf Reservations: Tel. 952 669 033 – golf@lacala.com Caracala Spa: Tel. 952 669 010 – spa@lacala.com Property Sales Office: Tel. 952 669 027 – property@lacala.com Visit www.lacala.com for more information.

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Oscar Almau Sales manager at Valle Romano Golf & Resort

Valle Romano Golf & Resort has launched an exclusive product on the market for golf players, incorporating property into what it is on offer at very attractive prices. As Oscar Almau, the sales manager of this complex, explains, this offer includes the chance to buy a home at Valle Romano and be able to enjoy the right to family use free-of-charge for a 10 year period.

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What is Valle Romano’s main strength on the market?

We at Valle Romano have a very balanced product as far as price, size, surroundings, features and qualities are concerned.

We are a resort, with a top level golf course, and we stand out in terms of value for money. All this has been very wellreceived by the wide range of customers we have – local, national and overseas.

However, we are now taking things one step further by providing added value to the set of attractions our product already boasts. We have launched a new offer on the market which is proving very successful. This involves incorporating golf as an essential part of being able to enjoy one’s home.

What does this commitment to golf involve?

There is a growing trend among players in Spain and this commitment we are launching is aimed at them. The aim is for golf lovers to be able to enjoy a home at one of the finest golf courses on the Costa del Sol. For players, we have launched a very exclusive offer on the market that includes the chance to buy a home at Valle Romano and be able to enjoy a right to family use free-of-charge for a 10 year period. This right to use includes the couple and children under 23 years of age, which is valued at around € 30,000 and to which only a minimum € 10 charge has to be added when players wish to go out onto the course.

What features does it have?

We consider this to be an irresistible offer for golf lovers. They will be able to enjoy a home and also choose from among three different housing complexes containing 1 and 2 bedroom flats. All of them have extraordinary views overlooking the different fairways on the golf course, towards the sea or the mountains. There is no other offer quite like it elsewhere on the market: when you buy a home for € 160,000, the whole family can enjoy golf practically free-of-charge.

How have golf players taken to this offer?

It’s turning out to have a very positive effect.

We have arranged a lot of visits and, as a result, have had to increase the number of agents and our times for attending to

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the public. We currently have the office open the whole week, from Monday to Sunday. We will also be open at Easter.

What kind of profile does a buyer who plays golf have?

Among our portfolio of products we have two-bedroom flats starting at € 128,000.

However, the flats that include the offer of golf are noteworthy for their outstanding location, for their extraordinary views and for including a right to free use, and these products start at the slightly higher price of € 160,000. They are aimed more at customers who are buying a second home, which implies that the purchasing power of this type of person will be higher.

Valle Romano is also committed to social networks. What’s the reason behind this?

We have only started to work on this in recent times, albeit intensely. We maintain two profiles on Facebook – one for property-related matters and the other for the golf course.

We consider this to be a tool for generating enthusiasm which will prove useful in the long term. In this respect, we are turning out to be pioneers. I don’t think there are many property developers that have decided to break down the barrier of this fear of social networks.

For the time being, we want to use it as new way of maintaining contact with our friends and customers, so that they can use this channel absolutely freely and transparently to ensure their feelings reach us here, either during their stay at Valle Romano or on the golf course.

And how is the experience turning out?

It’s an experience that right now is enabling us to interrelate with our customers and means that we have to be transparent out of necessity. Looking more towards the long term, it might help to attract potential customers or encourage a sale; for the time being, however, this is not the immediate objective.

Nowadays, you need to be transparent if you want to embark on any business activity. What we can do is maintain direct contact, which is what social networks are all about, as they are designed for environments of maximum competitiveness. There is a fear of being there in our sector, but we have accepted this challenge.

What plans do you have in the short term?

A few days ago we were granted a first occupation licence for phase three of one of the housing complexes, Villa Borghese. This will enable us to soon start registering the properties. Phases 1 and 2 of this property development have already been granted this type of licence and communities of property owners have already been set up – in fact, there are residents who have been living there for nearly a year now. We have also held the first occupancy licence for another complex, Capitolio, for six months now, and flats are already being registered.

And the holiday apartments?

One of the aims this year is to get things moving with the holiday apartments, which are grouped together in the Flaminio complex.

There are 430 apartments and these are going to create added value for Valle Romano. The holiday apartments function in a similar way to a hotel: there is a series of common rooms and services and a reception. The difference is that, instead of having just one room, the customer benefits from a beautiful apartment of over 80 m2, with two bedrooms, a large kitchen, a large lounge area and a fantastic terrace of over 30 m2, with views over the golf course and towards the mountains or sea – and even overlooking all three.

We believe that the fact of being on a golf course and so close to all types of service and the town of Estepona will attract a very large number of people who will want to come and enjoy their holidays here. And this will enable us to encourage customers to become possible property buyers.

Are they are also being considered as a form of investment?

We think it is also an extraordinary chance for investors, as there are holiday apartments on sale starting at € 140,000. Apart from the returns that can be generated from letting out the property, the advantage the investor has is that they can also enjoy the apartment for 45 days a year and exploit it the rest of the time.

For further information contact: www.valleromano.net Tel. 952 800 045 Also on Facebook

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Rory McIlroy Applause for golf’s next superstar While the drinks were flowing in his hometown of Holywood following Rory McIlroy’s remarkable performance in the US Open Championship, praise for ‘golf’s next superstar’ came pouring in.

George O’Grady, Chief Executive of The European Tour, said: “Since Rory turned professional on September 19, 2007 and finished third in the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship – his second Tour event – a few weeks later to secure his card, we have recognised that we are dealing with a very special talent.

“Rory’s US Open victory was the most complete performance and compelling spectacle, both for the spectators lucky enough to be at Congressional and the millions watching on television throughout the world. It was simply stunning.

“In victory and defeat, Rory displays a dignified and polite demeanour and he is an inspirational role model for all who follow sport worldwide.”

McIlroy became the youngest European Tour Member to win a Major Championship with his devastating eight stroke victory at Congressional Country Club and his peers are predicting more records and honours will be heading his way.

The Ulsterman attributes the recent avalanche of success by European Tour Members on the world stage – McIlroy was the fifth straight European Tour Major winner - to the breakthrough of three-time Major Champion Padraig Harrington, who in turn feels McIlroy could go on to become one of the game’s all-time greats.

“If you are going to take about someone challenging Jack’s record, there’s your man,” said Harrington. “Winning Majors at 22 with his talent, he would have 20 or more

years and probably about 100 more majors in him where he could be competitive.

It would give him a great chance.”

Harrington’s assessment is one shared by another Irishman Graeme McDowell, McIlroy’s close friend and the man he succeeded as US Open Champion. The pair played together in The 2010 Ryder Cup and no player is probably better positioned to give an insight into the reasons behind McIlroy’s success than McDowell.

“Rory’s probably the best driver of the ball I’ve ever seen,” said McDowell. “We nicknamed him the BMW because he is the Ultimate Driving Machine. I played off his drives at The Ryder Cup. I’d love to do it for just one week playing off his drives. Fair play, he’s decimated this US Open golf course and this was no easy test. It was an amazing display of golf.

“Nothing this kid does ever surprises me. He’s the best player I’ve ever seen. I didn’t have a chance to play with Tiger when he was in his real pomp so this guy is the best I’ve ever seen, simple as that. He’s great for golf. He’s a breath of fresh air for the game and perhaps we’re ready for golf’s next superstar. Maybe Rory is it.”

in the game,” said Donald. “He has probably the most talent I’ve ever seen from a golfer.

“Just the way he swings and goes at the game.

I can see him winning a lot of times, especially Majors. It’s lovely to watch him play, he has such a fluid motion, and he hits it far. He’s got a great attitude on and off the golf course.

“He comes from a background where his parents gave up a lot for him to do what he’s doing, and I think he still knows where he came from and appreciates that. He’s very good with the fans, and it’s very good for the game.”

Lee Westwood, a stablemate of McIlroy’s, added: “He’s been knocking on the door.

It’s amazing he’s only ever won three tournaments the amount of time he gets into contention. Maybe this will give him that impetus to go forward and win more often.”

Charl Schwartzel, the man who benefitted from McIlroy’s final round problems at the Masters Tournament, was impressed by the way he recovered from his Augusta heartache.

Another of McIlroy’s Ryder Cup Teammates Luke Donald, who went into the US Open as World Number One, also predicts a bright future for the player who showed the sort of unerring accuracy normally displayed by Donald himself.

“It’s pretty spectacular what he’s done,” said the South African. “The way he reacted, the way he handled it afterwards, he just put it behind him very quickly. He just said, well, it happened, and he sort of got on with it a lot quicker, which for him was very good, and the results are showing.”

“I said it a couple of years ago when I first saw Rory, I think he is one of the greatest talents

To read more about Rory and the praise he has received visit www.europeantour.com.

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FASHION NEWS

GOLFINO Spring Resort Casual Sporty golf fashion Classic houndstooth prints are spiced up with bright flamingo pink and purple to set the tone for this sporty module. The colour of the outfits becomes softer when combined with black and white polo shirts, jackets and waistcoats.

The pattern is picked up again in the epaulette details and in the luxurious crest patches, creating an elegant and exclusive look. Sporty cuts shape the figure in this module, too.

Light pullovers in Pima cotton provide further colour highlights in a bright flamingo pink. Waistcoats and jackets in water- and windproof 3-Ultra with a functional mesh lining offer high-quality performance wear for a successful round on the golf course.

As always with GOLFINO, the polo shirts are also made using Dry Comfort or come with Sun Protection. The overall look is completed by matching gloves, visors and socklets.

Santana Golf “II Mijas Ryder Cup” The “II Mijas Ryder Cup” took place in the early days of June at Santana Golf. This is a yearly event played between sports celebrities and journalists and the aim is to promote the golf courses in the Mijas municipality.

The team of celebrities that took place in this year’s tournament was formed by former Spain’s football coach Iñaki Sáez, and the ex top football players Manu Sarabia (Athletic Club Bilbao), José Ramón Alexanco (FC Barcelona), and San José, Pirri and Uli Sitelike (Real Madrid).

Amongst the journalists, Antonio Bustos from Canal Sur, Isabel López (La Opinión), Carlos Mena, etc.

After the game, all players had the opportunity to express their opinion about the tournament and their experience and it was much apparent that both the general condition of the course and staff at Santana Golf were unveiled to general acclaim.

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PRO-AM COMPETITIONS

Golf Guide & HWH Golf Pro-Am at Atalaya Golf The Golf Guide and HWH Golf Pro-Am series played their latest event on Sunday 19th June at the fantastic Atalaya Old Course.

Pro’s from all along the coast teamed up with their Amateur playing partners, and were treated to play on one of the friendliest courses on the Costa del Sol. The course was in good condition, but with the wind getting stronger and stronger as the day went on, most of the winners were found in the groups teeing off early.

The winning amateur score was an impressive 66, and was won by Rocio Pomares, our first lady winner. She was partnered by her Professional Jaime Barcena, from the El Chaparral Golf Club. A close second was Sergio Morales who shot a 67 with his Professional Richard McHardy from the Flamingos Academy.

The winning Pro was Daniel Westermark (El Paraiso) with a superb level par 72. He finished 3 shots clear of both Bradley Smith and Walter Pitchford who both shot 75’s.

The prize giving for the top Amateurs and Pro’s was made by Matthew Davies from the events main sponsors Quintillion Asset Management.

The day was a big success and was a great turn out with over 50 players playing in the event.

The competition organisers Wynne and Kenny

would like to make a special thankyou to all the Pro’s who took part and their amateur playing partners. Also many thanks to Andres Sanchez and all his Team at Atalaya who helped to make the day run so smoothly.

The next Pro Am is at the superb El Paraiso Golf Club on Saturday 16th July. For further details or to book your place, please call or email:Kenny – 663 266 851 or kenny@costadelsolgolfguide.com Wynne – 661 565 551 or wynne@hwh-golf.com Top 5 Pro’s 1st – Daniel Westermark (72) Joint 2nd - Bradley Smith, Walter Pitchford (75) Joint 4th - Monty Bordelon, Jaime Barcena (76) Top 5 Am’s (Net score with Pro) 1st – Rocio Pamares (66) 2nd – Sergio Morales (67) 3rd – Alvaro Ruiz Avila (67) 4th – Angel Morales (68) 5th – Andy Ferguson (68) Nearest the Pin (Amateurs) – 16th Rob Mackenzie Thanks to the event sponsors of Quintillion Asset Management, Golfino, and Holiday Golf for their continued support and sponsorship of these events.

Left to right - Daniel Westermark (Pro), Matthew Davies (Quintillon Asset Management), Rocio Pomares (Amateur)

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REGIONAL NEWS

Arcos Gardens Golf Academy Both professionals love the game, this is exactly what I was looking for, without passion for golf it is difficult to enthuse someone” comments Ashley.

Improving and developing your golf at Arcos Gardens Arcos Gardens is a wonderful place to work and develop your game whether you’re new to the game or an elite player you will surely enjoy the comprehensive practice facilities and the Golf Academy. Ashley Northridge the director of golf at Arcos Gardens over sees the academy, himself a PGA class AA professional with 22 years experience of teaching the game at high level at various clubs such as Wentworth and Palheiro Golf. His team of two professionals aims to take the very best care of client’s golf with energy and enthusiasm.

Ashley believes that not one technique suits all as everyone is different and he encourages his professionals to have an open approach with a structured style. “Working on someone’s golf swing is serious stuff, good structure and goal setting make it easier for the player to get to where they want” says Ashley.

Martin Brännström, Head Golf Professional Languages: English, Swedish & Spanish Martin Brännström is a class A Professional since 2010 (PGA GB & I). He teaches golfers of all levels, from beginners to scratch players. Martin is also a Titleist Performance Institute professional and a firm believer in health and fitness for better golf. Martin has experience of working with golf in Luleå GK (Sweden) and Palheiro Golf (Madeira, Portugal) prior his arrival to Arcos Gardens.

Andrew Laird, Golf Professional Languages: English, German & Spanish Andrew Laird is currently completing the Foundation Degree Programme (PGA UK&I). He teaches players of all levels, from beginners to single figure handicappers. He is also the teacher at the Junior Programme at Arcos Gardens. Andrew has experience from working with golf in England, Germany and Spain (Costa Ballena Golf).

Different lessons packages are available on request. During the summer we have a special lesson package that is based over two days and includes two 1 hour lessons, unlimited practice on the range, 2 rounds of golf with buggy and 2 night stay in the beautiful fully resorted Cortijo with breakfast. Price 220€ per person based on 2 players sharing.

For reservations or any other requests, please contact the golf department at +34 956 704 131 or by email at golf@arcosgardens.com

From left to right - Andrew Laird (Professional), Ashley Northridge (Director of Golf), Martin Brannstrom (Head Professional)

Santa Clara Granada Youngsters Left: Alvaro Rincon is here pictured at Guadalmina Golf Course after his stage win on the Andalusian Pequecircuito Tour. The Pequecircuito is an annual event which caters to Andalusia’s up and coming junior golfers.

Right: Young Iker Diaz is here featured after his win in the handicap category at the Alevin 2nd. year section of the Circuito Andaluz Final.

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-“Paraiso Golf”,_____________90€ for two, buggy incl. (Early Bird 08:00-08:32 & Twilight 15:00 offers available) -“Atalaya New”, _____________70€ for two, buggy included -“Flamingos”, _____________112€ for two, buggy included until the 31st August -“Alferini”,__________________102€ for two, buggy included until the 31st August -“Tramores Golf”, ___________37€ for two (2 x 1 offer), 18 holes par 63 until the 31st August -“Montemayor”, _____________126€ for two, buggy included June/September -“Montemayor”, _____________102€ for two, buggy included July/August -“Arqueros”,________________75€ for two, buggy included until the 15th September -“Arqueros”,________________85€ for two, buggy included from the 16th - 30th of September -“La Quinta”,_______________110€ for two, buggy included until the 31st August -“Los Naranjos”, ____________105€ for two, buggy included until the 15th September -“Aloha Golf ”,______________183€ for two, buggy included until the 31st August -“Rio Real”,________________115€ for two, buggy includedl until the 15th September -“Rio Real”,________________142€ for two, buggy included from the 16th September onwards -“Santa Clara”,______________102€ for two, buggy included from the 11th June until the 11th September -“Santa Clara”,______________134€ for two, buggy included from the 12th September onwards -“Marbella Golf”, ____________100€ for two, buggy included -“Miraflores”, _______________77€ for two, buggy included until the 14th September -“Miraflores”, _______________133€ for two, buggy included from the 15th September onward -“Sta.Maria”,

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-“Cabopino”,________________90€ for two, buggy included until the 31st August -“El Chaparral”, _____________90€ for two, buggy incl. until 23rd September (Twilight offers available after 14:00) -“El Chaparral”, _____________142€ for two, buggy incl. from 24th September (Twilight offers available after 14:00) -“Calanova”,________________92€ for two, buggy included 4x3 offer/June/July/August/ 8x7 offer always -“La Cala”,_________________86€ for two, buggy included from the 1st - 15th June (before 10:00) -“La Cala”,_________________86€ for two, buggy included from the 16th June - 31st August (any time) -“La Cala”,_________________110€ for two, buggy included from the 1st - 15th September (any time) -“La Cala”,_________________110€ for two, buggy included from the 16th - 30th September (before 10:00) -“Santana”,_________________122€ for two, buggy included until the 4th September -“Santana”,_________________130€ for two, buggy included from the 5th September early bird (08.00—09:00) -“Santana”,_________________156€ for two, buggy included from the 5th September early bird (09.10—10:00) -“Mijas Golf”,_______________90€ for two, buggy included until the 15th September -“Mijas Golf”,_______________96€ for two, buggy incl. from 16th September early bird until 09:00 or twilight 16:00 -“Alhaurin”,_________________94€ for two, buggy included June/ September -“Alhaurin”,_________________84€ for two, buggy included July/August -“Lauro Golf”,_______________70€ for two, buggy included until 15th September -“Lauro Golf”,_______________115€ for two, buggy included from the 16th September onwards -“Baviera Golf”, _____________80€ for two, buggy included -“Guadalhorce”, ____________80€ for two, buggy included until the 31th August “Valle Romano Golf”,________112€ for two, buggy included June/July/September “Valle Romano Golf”,________142€ for two, buggy included August -“Estepona Golf”,____________70€ for two, buggy included -“Casares Golf”,_____________70€ for two, buggy included 2 x 9 holes -“La Duquesa”,______________84€ for two, buggy included -“La Cañada”,______________80€ for two, buggy included June/July/September -“La Cañada”,______________90€ for two, buggy included August -“Alcaidesa Links or Heath”,___104€ for two, buggy included until the 31st of August -“San Roque New”,__________122€ for two, buggy included -“San Roque Old”,___________215€ for two, buggy included -“La Reserva Golf”,__________220€ for two, buggy included until the 31th of August

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01. Alcaidesa Links...................Page 28 02. San Roque..........................Page 30 03. Almenara 04. La Reserva..........................Page 32 05. Valderrama.........................Page 33 06. Sotogrande 07.

La Cañada 08. La Duquesa.........................Page 34 09. Doña Julia...........................Page 35 10. Casares Costa Golf..............Page 36 11.

Finca Cortesin.....................Page 38 12. Estepona Golf ....................Page 40 13.

Valle Romano.....................Page 42 14.

La Resina 15.

Flamingos Golf

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Guadalmina Golf 19. Monte Mayor.....................Page 39 20. Marbella Club.....................Page 48 21. El Higueral..........................Page 49 22.

Los Arqueros 23. La Quinta............................Page 50 24.

Los Naranjos 25.

Magna Marbella 26.

Las Brisas............................Page 52 27.

Aloha Golf 28.

La Dama de Noche 29.

Monte Paraiso 30.

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Costa del Sol Golf Guide

Directory Golf Club Listing

01. Alcaidesa Links Golf Resort Avda. Pablo Cerezo s/n. Alcaidesa San Roque, 11360 Cádiz Tel.: (+34) 956 791 040 golf@alcaidesa.com www.alcaidesa.com

10. Casares Costa Golf Ctra. Casares, km 0,7 29690 Casares - Malaga Tel.: (+34) 952 937 895 info@casarescostagolf.com.es www.casarescostagolf.com.es

19. Monte Mayor Golf & Country Club Av. Monte Mayor, s/n. Apdo. de Correos 962 29679 Benahavís, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 937 111 reservations@montemayorgolf.com www.montemayorgolf.com

02. The San Roque Club N-340 Km.127 11360 San Roque (Cadiz) Tel.: (+34) 956 613 030 info@sanroqueclub.com www.sanroqueclub.com

11. Finca Cortesín Ctra. de Casares s/n, 29690 Casares, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 937 884/3 proshop@golfcortesin.es www.fincacortesin.com

20. Marbella Club Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa 29679 Benahavís, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 889 101 reserv.golf@ marbellaclub.com www.marbellaclub.com

03. Almenara Golf Club Avda. Almenara, s/n Sotogrande 11310 San Roque Tel.: (+34) 902 18 18 36 info@sotogrande.com www.sotogrande.com

12. Estepona Golf Arroyo Vaquero, Ctra. de Cadiz Km 150, Aprdo. 532, Estepona Tel.: (+34) 952 937 605 information@esteponagolf.com www.esteponagolf.com

21. El Higueral Golf Club Urb. Capanes Golf. Km. 3,7 Ctra. de Benahavís, 29679 Benahavís Tel.: (+34) 951 896 052 reservas@elhigueralgolf.com www.elhigueralgolf.com

04. Club de Golf La Reserva Avenida de La Reserva s/n 11310 Sotogrande Tel.: (+34) 956 78 52 52 lareserva@sotogrande.com www.sotogrande.com

13. Valle Romano Golf & Resort CN-340, km.152 Urb. Valle Romano C/ Villa Borghese nº 1. 29680 Estepona Tel.: (+34) 952 800 600 reservasgolf@valleromano.es www.valleromano.net

22. Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club Ronda road Km. 44,5 (A-397) San Pedro Alcántara Tel.: (+34) 952 784 600 caddiemaster@es.taylorwimpey.com www.losarquerosgolf.com

05. Valderrama Golf Club 11310 Sotogrande, Prov de Cadiz, Spain Tel.: (+34) 956 791 200 greenfees@valderrama.com www.valderrama.com

14. La Resina Golf & Country Club. Urb. La Resina, 29680 Estepona, Málaga.

Tel.: (+34) 951 278 346 laresinagolf@hotmail.com www.laresinagolf.eu

23. La Quinta Golf & Country Club Club, Urb. La Quinta Golf, Nueva Andalucía, 29660 Marbella Tel.: (+34) 952 762 390 reservas@laquintagolf.com www.laquintagolf.com

06. Real Club de Golf Sotogrande Paseo del Parque s/n, 11310 Sotogrande, Cádiz Tel.: (+34) 956 785 014 reservas@golfsotogrande.com www.golfsotogrande.com

15. Flamingos Golf Resort Urb. Flamingos Resort, Ctra. Nac. 340, km 166. 29679 Benahavis Tel.: (+34) 952 88 91 63 info@flamingosgolf.com www.flamingos-golf.com

24. Los Naranjos Golf Club Apdo. 64, 29660 Nueva Andalucia, Marbella Tel.: (+34) 952 815 206 golfclub@losnaranjos.com www.losnaranjos.com

07. Club de Golf La Cañada Carretera de Guadiaro Km. 1 11311 Guadiaro San Roque Tel.: (+34) 956 794 100 reservas@lacanadagolf.com www.lacanadagolf.com

16. El Paraiso Golf Club Urb. El Paraiso, Ctra. de Cádiz Km. 167, Estepona Tel.: (+34) 952 883 835 info@elparaisogolfclub.com www.elparaisogolfclub.com

25. Magna Marbella Golf C/ Calderón de la Barca s/n 29660 Marbella Tel.: (+34) 952 92 92 49 info@magnamarbellagolf.com www.magnamarbellagolf.com

08. La Duquesa Golf & Country Club Ctra. Urb. El Hacho s/n, 29692 Manilva, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 890 725 info@golfladuquesa.com www.golfladuquesa.com

17. Atalaya Golf & Country Club 29688 Estepona, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 882 812 info@atalaya-golf.com www.atalaya-golf.com

26. Real Club de Golf Las Brisas Apdo. de Correos nº 147 29660 Nueva Andalucía Tel.: (+34) 952 813 021 info@realclubdegolflasbrisas.com www.realclubdegolflasbrisas.com

09. Doña Julia Golf Club Carretera A-7 Km. 146, 29690 Casares, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 937 753 reservasdonajulia@grupotheud.es www.donajuliagolf.es

18. Real Club de Golf Guadalmina C.N. 340 Km 170. Urb. Guadalmina Alta.

29678 San Pedro de Alcántara Tel.: (+34) 952 883 455 reservas@guadalminagolf.com www.guadalminagolf.com

27. Aloha Golf Club Urb. Aloha, Nueva Andalucia 29660 Marbella, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 907 085 office@clubdegolfaloha.com www.clubdegolfaloha.com

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28. La Dama de Noche Camino del Angel s/n, Rio Verde 29660 Marbella, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 818 150 reservas@golfladamadenoche.com www.golfdamadenoche.com

37. La Siesta Golf Urb. Sitio de Calahonda, Calle José de Orbaneja s/n, 29649 Mijas Costa Tel.: (+34) 952 933 362 siestagolf@yahoo.es www.lasiestagolf.es

46. Torrequebrada Golf Ctra. Cádiz Km. 220, Apdo. de Correos 120, 29630 Benalmádena-Costa Tel.: (+34) 952 442 742 bookings@golftorrequebrada.com www.golftorrequebrada.com

29. Monte Paraiso Golf Camino de Camoján, s/n 29600 Marbella, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 822 781 reservas@monteparaisogolf.com www.monteparaisogolf.com

38. Miraflores Golf, Ctra. de Cadiz N-340 Km.199, Mijas Costa, Malaga GPS: 4° 42’ 16” W 36° 30’ 08” N Tel.: (+34) 952 931 960 info@miraflores-golf.com www.miraflores-golf.com

47. Aymerich Golf Center Benalmádena Ctra de Arroyo de la Miel, Benalmadena Pueblo, 29639 Benalmadena, Malaga Tel.: (+34) 637 504 858 benalmadenagolf@aymerichgolf.com www.benalmadenagolfcenter.com

30. Rio Real Golf Urb. Rio Real Golf, 29600 Marbella, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 765 733 reservas@rioreal.com www.rioreal.com

39. La Noria Golf & Resort Llano de La Cala s/n, 29649 La Cala de Mijas Tel.: (+34) 952 587 653 info@lanoriagolf.net www.lanoriagolf.net

48. Alhaurin Golf Ctra. Comarcal 426 Fuengirola/Coin, Km 15, 29120 Alhaurin el Grande Tel.: (+34) 952 595 800 reservasgolf@alhauringolf.com www.alhauringolf.com

31. Santa Clara Golf Marbella Ctra. N-340, Km. 187.5 29603 Marbella, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 85 01 11 reservas@santaclaragolfmarbella.com www.santaclaragolfmarbella.com

40. Calanova Golf Club Urb. Calanova Golf Club s/n 29649 Cala de Mijas Tel.: (+34) 951 170 194 reservas@calanovagolfclub.com www.calanovagolfclub.com

49. Lauro 27 Golf Ctra. A-404, km. 14 29130 Alhaurín de la Torre Tel.: (+34) 952 412 767 info@laurogolf.com www.laurogolf.com

32. Marbella Golf & Country Club Ctra. de Cadiz, Km 188 29604 Marbella Tel.: (+34) 952 830 500 reservas@marbellagolf.com www.marbellagolf.com

41. La Cala Resort La Cala de Mijas 29649 Mijas Costa, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 669 033 golf@lacala.com www.lacala.com

50. Guadalhorce Club de Golf Apdo. Correos 48 29590 Campanillas (Málaga) Tel.: (+34) 952 179 378 reservas@guadalhorce.com www.guadalhorce.com

33. Greenlife Golf Urb. Elviria Hills, Avda. Las Cumbres, 29604 Marbella Tel.: (+34) 952 839 142 golf@greenlife-golf.com www.greenlife-golf.com

42. Santana Golf & Country Club Ctr. La Cala-Entrerrios, s/n Valle del Golf de Mijas, 29649 Mijas Costa Tel.: (+34) 951 062 560 info@santanagolf.com www.santanagolf.com

51. Parador de Málaga Golf Autovía A7 Málaga - Algeciras Salida Coin - Km. 231, 29080 Málaga Tel.: (+34) 951 011 120 malaga@parador.es www.parador.es

34. Santa Maria Golf & Country Club Urbanización Elviria 29604 Marbella Tel.: (+34) 952 831 036 caddymaster@santamariagolfclub.com www.santamariagolfclub.com

43. El Chaparral Golf Club Urb. El Chaparral N-340, Km 203 29648 Mijas Costa Tel.: (+34) 952 587 733 reservas@golfelchaparral.com www.golfelchaparral.com

52. Añoreta Golf Avda. del Golf, s/n, Rincón de la Victoria, 29730 Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 40 40 00 info@anoretagolf.es www.anoretagolf.es

35. El Soto Club de Golf Urb El Soto de Marbella, El Vicario, Marbella Tel.: (+34) 952 852 124 elsotoclubdegolf@hotmail.com www.elsotogolf.com

44. Mijas Golf Camino viejo de Coín, Km. 3.5 Urb. Mijas Golf. 29649 Mijas Costa Tel.: (+34) 952 476 843 teetimes@mijasgolf.org www.mijasgolf.org

53. Baviera Golf Urb. Baviera Golf, Caleta de Vélez 29751 Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 555 015 info@bavieragolf.com www.bavieragolf.com

36. Cabopino Golf Urb. Artola Alta s/n, Apartado de Correos 2119, 29600 Marbella Tel.: (+34) 952 850 282 reservas.cabopino@aymerichgolf.com www.cabopinogolf.com

45. Cerrado del Aguila Golf Resort Urb. Cerrado del Águila Camino de Acevedo s/n, 29649 Mijas-Costa Tel.: (+34) 951 703 355 info@cerradodelaguila.com www.cerradodelaguila.com

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Alcaidesa Links Golf Resort Avda. Pablo Cerezo s/n. Alcaidesa San Roque, 11360 Cádiz Tel.: (+34) 956 791 040 Fax: (+34) 956 791 041 golf@alcaidesa.com www.alcaidesa.com

Alcaidesa Links

Facilities Driving range, Putting green, Golf Lessons, Buggies, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

The topography of the terrain in Alcaidesa Links consists of rolling hillsides sloping gently to the sea and ending in a stunningly beautiful beach. It has almost 2 km of beachfront. A considerable number of its holes lie next to the beach, between sand dunes only partially covered by vegetation.

The course has an uninterrupted 18-hole round beginning at the first hole by the Clubhouse and not returning to the latter until the 18th, also located by the Clubhouse.

The difficulty on the course mainly concerns the prevailing winds in the area. One of the peculiarities that most impresses the visitor are

the spectacular views of the Mediterranean, the Straits of Gibraltar and North Africa, and the unobstructed views of the sea from virtually anywhere on the course.

Future golfers practise their art at our Golf Academy whilst the experienced players work at improving their game. Private and group classes are available in several different languages, covering beginners, experienced players or those wishing to obtain licences.

There are even special courses for children.

The driving range has 72 booths, half of which are roofed, and a large practice area with putting green, bunkers and pitching area.

Links Course 18 holes, Par 72 • 5866 • 5582 • 5006 H ole Par

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From the A-7 Exit Km.124, Alcaidesa.

Take 2nd exit towards Fire station. The Club house, at approx. 1 km is located in the middle of the two courses.

The San Roque Club

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Apart from the classic Links-type course, which has been Alcaidesa’s flagship since 1992, since 2007 there is a new Heathland one, which recovers the gently undulating landscape and typical groves of the area.

Thanks to Dave Thomas, the famous golf course designer, this golf course is now the best setting for any type of golf championship.

Heathland Course 18 holes, Par 72 • 6373 • 6047 • 5272 H ole Par

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The new course designed by Dave Thomas Ltd offers a variety of natural landscapes ranging from the plateau area (holes 1 to 5 & 17th & 18th) where the course has the feel of a Heathland course with wide fairways & outstanding views of the Mediterranean

sea & the local mountain ranges, including the sierra Nevada, to the river valley where the holes meander along the valley & incorporate various water features/hazards.

The New Clubhouse: Standing majestically on the highest point of the resort offering unbeatable views, the avant-garde architecture and 3000m² surface area has set a new benchmark - a fine example of how to blend space and the Andalusian style.

The design the Clubhouse takes into account the spectacular surroundings of Alcaidesa.

Open to the countryside, it is a perfect combination of tradition and modernity.

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The San Roque Club N-340 Km.127 11360 San Roque (Cadiz)

The San Roque Club

Tel.: (+34) 956 613 030 Fax: (+34) 956 613 012 info@sanroqueclub.com www.sanroqueclub.com

Facilities Covered and 2 tiered driving range, Practice areas and putting greens, Buggy and trolley rental, Pro shop, Golf Academy, Equestrian centre, Spa, Tennis & paddle courts, 2 restaurants

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 24, Ladies 32 Soft spikes only

Formerly the summer residence of the Domecq sherry family, The San Roque Club sits on an enviable backdrop surrounded by lush hills & historic Cork Oak woods. Host of the 1997 Ryder Cup Gala Dinner, it was used as a base for both teams. Venue for the Spanish Open 2005 and 2006 as well as the European Tour Qualifying School Finals from 1993 to 2007, The San Roque Club holds a place in the heart of many a Tour professional.

Opened in 1991, and designed by the legendary Dave Thomas, the Old Course is rarely outside the top 5 courses in Spain. The first 9 holes wind through Cork Oaks whilst the back 9

are dominated by water hazards. The 18th hole can either make or break your game, adding a spectacular finish to some of the most beautiful 18 holes you will ever play.

The San Roque Club is almost unmatched for scenery & elegance. Membership is about exclusivity and the sense of belonging to a family of privileged golfers benefitting from the unique experience the club has to offer.

The natural beauty of the area, historic clubhouse, two championship 18 hole courses, equestrian centre, tennis and padel courts, gymnasium and renowned Japanese Restaurant Kamakura make it one of Spain’s top clubs.

Old Course 18 holes, Par 72 • 6494 • 6134 • 5174 H ole Par

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MEMBERSHIP @ SAN ROQUE CLUB

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Select 4 months of the year or 20 rounds per year and pay San Roque´s lowest annual fee. Call +34 956 64 65 70 for further details.

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From the A-7 Exit Km 127. Turn off the main road into the club’s private road.

Just 1 km uphill to the clubhouse.

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Designed by Perry Dye and Seve Ballesteros, the New Course opened in 2003. Since then it has blossomed into a mature and well respected course which can hold court with the best in the area. Celebrating its first European Tour tournament after only 3 years – the Spanish Open 2006 - the course has already won a multitude of fans the world over. The design depicts a links course in many holes, with many unique Dye features.

New Course 18 holes, Par 72 • 6497 • 6079 • 5017 H ole Par

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It is a challenge for low handicap golfers, but with five different tee positions and fairways that are wider than those on The Old Course, it is also possible for higher handicap players to

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enjoy. Nevertheless, the course is designed to reward canny tactics & skilful drive placement.

Water hazards guard 4 of the greens, also defended by more than 100 bunkers.

Kamakura Restaurant & Deluxe Take Away: Probably the best Japanese restaurant in Spain. Its superb cuisine is only surpassed by the authentic Japanese architecture. Bar Jerez: A meeting point for, members and visitors alike, who may enjoy a morning coffee, an afternoon snack or an evening drink on the terrace which looks on to the Old Course. Weddings & Banqueting: In the Bolero Restaurant & Fountain Terraces.

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Club de Golf La Reserva Avenida de La Reserva s/n 11310 Sotogrande Tel.: (+34) 956 78 52 52 Fax: (+34) 956 78 52 72 lareserva@sotogrande.com www.sotogrande.com 04. How to Find

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La Reserva de Sotogrande is an exclusive golf club situated in a spectacular location, with stunning views of the sea and the mountains.

It has an 18-hole golf course covering a surface area of 72 hectares, a driving range, and one of the most salubrious clubhouses in Spain.

The 6,000 m2 Clubhouse has been designed in the purest Andalusian style. It has areas for the exclusive use of members, like the exceptionally large changing rooms, gymnasium, lounges and other member-only facilities. The interior has been very carefully thought out, with handmade wrought-iron fittings and hand woods, lending a rustic and refined ambience.

The restaurant has been influenced by the hand of the catering consultant, Ferrán Adriá, of NH Hotels, and the Club´s kitchen staff have been trained at the “El Bulli” catering workshop.

Signature Hole: Hole 17. Par 4.

A test even to players of the highest level.

A classic long par 4 with an impressive lake running along the entire of the right-hand side of the hole right up to the green. The play from the tee is to drive the ball towards the bunkers on the left, but to make the second shot easier you can flirt with the water and benefit from being able to fire your approach at the flag with slightly less concern.

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Sotogrande Golf

Facilities Buggies, Electric trolleys, Driving range, Putting green, Golf lessons, Gym, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Pro Shop

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 24, Ladies 32 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6448 • 6048 • 5104

For special offers please call Manuel on (+34) 648 287 230

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Valderrama Golf Club 11310 Sotogrande, Prov de Cadiz, Spain Tel.: (+34) 956 791 200 Fax: (+34) 956 796 028 greenfees@valderrama.com www.valderrama.com 05. How to Find

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Sotogrande Golf

Facilities Buggies, Electric trolleys, Driving range, Putting green, Golf lessons, Pro shop, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 24, Ladies 32 Soft spikes only

Having received numerous awards, Valderrama is widely recognised as being the best course in Europe and one of the top golf courses in the world. As early as 1988, Valderrama began to host the newly-launched Volvo Masters, the flagship tournament of the PGA European Tour, and continued to do so until 1996.

In 1997 the Club hosted the 32nd Ryder Cup, won by Europe in a most thrilling finish.

Valderrama remains today the only club ever to have hosted golf’s pinnacle event outside its traditional homelands, USA and Britain. In 1999 and 2000, Valderrama went on to host the first two editions of the World Golf Championships

- American Express Championship, which were won by Tiger Woods and Mike Weir respectively. Valderrama is a private Members’ club, but a limited number of starting times are offered for visitors most days of the year.

Hole 4, Par 5. 516m. Trent Jones classified this hole as one of his best par 5s, and described it as a delight to the eye. From the first landing area you look up towards a green that is about 120 feet long and 40 feet wide. Behind it, a spring sends water cascading down along the right side of the green, finally falling about 10 to 12 feet into a lake that sits to the right of the green.

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6356 • 5498 • 4873

Image ©Russell Kirk/Golflinks 2007

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La Duquesa Golf & Country Club Ctra. Urb. El Hacho s/n, 29692 Manilva, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 890 725 Fax (+34) 952 893 005 info@golfladuquesa.com www.golfladuquesa.com 08. How to Find

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La Duquesa

Known as Robert Trent Jones’ hidden treasure, La Duquesa is one of the Costa del Sol’s most spectacular and varied courses.

With long fairways, the front and back nines offer two distinctly different challenges. The first nine holes are what some refer to as ‘English-style’, with narrow fairways and high greens. The fourth hole, with its magnificent views, is particularly beautiful - but it can easily cause trouble on your scorecard.

The second nine are easier, with wide fairways, although the greens present additional difficulties, providing spectacular views over Duquesa Port, to the mountains and Gibraltar.

On the fifteenth the view even stretches as far as Marbella. Suites Duquesa Golf is the Resorts 5 Star hotel, overlooking the sea and the golf course. Exquisitely decorated with marble and stucco, it also features a Thalaso Spa. Signature Holes The 4th, 5th and 6th holes are known as AMEN CORNER, with a stroke index of 1, 7 and 3 respectively. An outstanding hole is the spectacular par 3 17th, stroke index 16. The wind force will affect your approach, you could play a 7 iron, a pitching wedge or a sand wedge, for this 108m shot. The views on the Africa and the Mediterranean are truly spectacular.

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Km 142

Km 146

Estepona Km 150

Facilities Buggies, Trolleys, Electric trolleys, Driving range, Putting green, Golf lessons, Pro shop, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Gym, Sauna

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6062 • 5577 • 4885

Weekly, monthly and three monthly memberships available.

Ask about our special last minute offers

La Duquesa Golf & Country Club For more information Telephone: (+34) 952 890 725 or Email: info@golfladuquesa.com

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Doña Julia Golf Club Carretera A-7 Km. 146, 29690 Casares, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 937 753 Fax: (+34) 952 937 717 reservasdonajulia@grupotheud.es www.donajuliagolf.es 09. How to Find

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On the main N340 coast Road heading in the direction to Algeciras, course is on the right at km 146 just after the Casares roundabout.

Casares Golf

Algeciras

A-7 (N-340)

Km 142

Km 146

Estepona Km 150

Facilities Buggies, Electric trolleys, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Golf lessons, Pro shop, Driving range (under construction)

Dona Julia is a new 18 hole, par 71 layout designed by the famous designer Antonio Garcia Garrido. It is set within a huge new development

by Casares in the West of the Costa del Sol.

greens likewise and they are huge. In all an excellent course for the money and sure to be a firm favourite because although it is tough it is also fair so should suit all levels of golfer.

The front seven holes go up into the hills with fantastic views of the sea (particularly from the highest part of the course on the 8th tee). Then the back 11 proceed to come down the hill giving a different perspective entirely from the front 7 holes.

After your game, wander into the Clubhouse bar to relax and enjoy drinks and food on the sunny terrace.

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

What you notice about Dona Julia is the overall quality of the course, everything is just how it should be and the fairways are spotless. The

Toughest hole: 10th. Par 4, 405 metres. Stroke index 1 hole and rightly so. Tee off over a valley to a small fairway that runs from left to right in front of you. If you do mange to find the fairway, you have a long second to the large green with water to the right, slicers beware!!

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6021 • 5629 • 5261 • 5025

Summer Offer July

1 Greenfee + buggy 48€ · 2 Greenfees + buggy 80€ Twilight (2 GF + buggy After 15:00 pm) 72€

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Casares Costa Golf Ctra. Casares, km 0,7 29690 Casares - Malaga

Casares Costa Golf

Tel.: (+34) 952 937 895 Fax: (+34) 952 937 765 info@casarescostagolf.com.es www.casarescostagolf.com.es 10. How to Find West of Estepona town just after exit 147 on the North side turn right at the roundabout. Heading for Casares, the clubhouse is approx. 1km on the left.

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The objective of Casares is to entertain - and it does this very successfully. Its 9 holes are spread out with a varied design over the flat terrain of a valley and stand out for their fairways, on which precision is one of the keys to a good game.

With three par 3’s and one par 5, the course offers golfers the possibility of playing all sorts of shots. The course is not overly long - the par 5, 7th is the longest at 472 m, whereas the 4th hole is the shortest.

The prettiest hole of the course, and one of the prettiest of the Costa del Sol, is the 8th, as acknowledged by the majority of the Club’s

members. This may be due to the fact that it is a hole for recovery - it measures 298 metres, is completely straight and the green is surrounded by vegetation. The stylish clubhouse is a great place to relax in the bar, or out on the terrace.

Toughest hole: Without doubt the par 5 7th that demands a long and straight drive if attempting to hit the green in 2. Out of bounds on both sides of the fairway and water in front of the green add to the difficulty of the hole.

Best Par 3: 4th. Only 100 metres in size but the tee is raised over 80 feet above the green making club selection interesting.

Short or long and your in the water.

Algeciras

A-7 (N-340)

Km 142

Km 146

Casares Costa Golf

Reservas al telefono: 678293596

Km 150

Buggies, Trolleys, Electric trolleys, Pro shop, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Driving range (under construction)

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

9 holes, Par 34 • 2238 • 2044

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Finca Cortesín, Ctra. de Casares s/n, 29690 Casares, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 937 884/3 Fax: (+34) 952 937 881 proshop@golfcortesin.es reservas@golfcortesin.es www.fincacortesin.com 11. How to Find

Casares

Dona Julia

La Duquesa

Measuring almost 7,000 meters from the back tees with over 100 bunkers, Finca Cortesin Golf Club is one of the longest golf courses in Europe and a favourite for big hitters. The natural environment and landscape are one of its most attractive features. Despite its length, this is a course that can accommodate every level of player. Designed by Cabell Robinson and landscaped by Herald Huggan to be in full harmony with nature and the environment, it embodies all the natural character of the area.

Completing the picture of this outstanding resort are a Jack Nicklaus Golf Academy; elegant clubhouse; stunningly luxurious 5-star

deluxe boutique hotel; 3 gourmet restaurants (headline Asian, Mediterranean and poolside); an expansive 2,200m2 spa and 3 swimming pools (Olympic, heated and outdoor).

The 5-star deluxe boutique Hotel Finca Cortesin is a truly magnificent development. It features an amazing Golf and Spa Hotel Resort with 67 rooms and suites, luxury apartments, penthouses and detached villas, all lavishly appointed and elegantly furnished, with top specifications. The hotel is comprised of two Andalucian inspired buildings, and a 2,200 square metre signature spa offering a full range of facilities and treatments.

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West of Estepona town just after exit 147 on the North side turn right at the roundabout. Heading for Casares, the clubhouse is approx. 2km on the right.

Casares Golf

Algeciras

A-7 (N-340)

Km 142

Km 146

Estepona Km 150

Facilities Buggies, Trolleys, Electric trolleys, Driving Range, Jack Nicklaus Golf Academy, Clubhouse, 3 Restaurants, Bar, 5-star deluxe boutique hotel, Spa, 3 swimming pools.

Home of Volvo World Match Play, one of the most historic and important golf tournaments in the World.

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6351 • 5884 • 4852

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Monte Mayor Golf & Country Club Avenida de Monte Mayor, s/n.

Apdo. de Correos 962 29679 Benahavís, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 937 111 Fax: (+34) 952 937 112 reservations@montemayorgolf.com www.montemayorgolf.com 19. How to Find

Monte Mayor

MONTE MAYOR

Take the Ronda Road up to the first roundabout after passing under the AP-7. Take a left and follow the winding road past El Higueral towards Benahavís. At the crossroads go straight ahead, and follow signs to the club.

Ronda Road

El Higueral Estepona

AP-7 Motorway

Malaga

Atalaya Estepona

A-7 (N-340)

Marbella

Facilities Buggies, Driving range, Putting green, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Monte Mayor Golf opened in 1989. Designed

by José Cancedo, this is a fantastic and challenging Golf Course known as one of the most spectacular on the Costa del Sol. The Golf course is set in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The valley in which Monte Mayor is laid out clings to the slope of Monte Mayor. The ruins of a 10th Century Moorish Fort crown the summits of Monte Mayor.

Monte Mayor’s Fairways are of Bermuda 419.

The driving range is breathtaking. Buggies are included with the Green Fee. Starting times every 15 minutes. Amongst the Pros, Alex Cejka, the course record holder (66), practiced a lot

here and enjoyed to work all his shots at Monte Mayor. Monte Mayor is frequently voted into the Top 5 as a golf experience not to be missed.

Signature Holes Hole 3: Probably one of the best Par 3’s on the Costa del Sol. Very intimidating, but a good shot slightly on the right of the pin will take you safely home. Hole 4: A drive then a dilemma: do you go for the green - Glory or Misery - or do you lag your second shot on to the intermediary plateau? Then, to go to the green, you will pass across a lovely rustic bridge and discover the glorious waterfall cascading over natural marble stone.

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 5520 • 5236 • 4699 • 4511

2 Players Including Buggy 90€ (July & August - any day from 1 pm)

By ExpeCtations, Golf Management

Booking: 952 937 111 or reservations@montemayorgolf.com Welcome to the Hidden Treasure of the Costa del Sol!

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Estepona Golf Arroyo Vaquero, Ctra. de Cadiz Km 150, Aprdo. 532, Estepona Tel.: (+34) 952 937 605 Fax (+34) 952 937 600 information@esteponagolf.com www.esteponagolf.com 12. How to Find

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From A-7 Malaga-Algeciras Exit Km.153 to A-7 / N-340. At roundabout take 4th exit. Go straight through next 2 roundabouts.

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18 holes of peaceful undulating Spanish countryside boasting stunning sea views from many areas of the course, Estepona Golf provides a fair test enjoyed by players of all standards. Renowned for their superb, consistent putting surfaces, the course features a wide variety of holes.

The English owned golf course has for many years focused on the visiting golfer from overseas, with knowledgeable, multilingual staff always offering a warm friendly welcome.

The clubhouse has recently benefited from a €400,000 renovation, where a superb selection of multinational food, wine and drinks are

available in the comfortable restaurant, bar and terrace. With an ongoing course improvement programme in place, a visit to Estepona Golf is always incredible value for money.

Signature Hole: Hole 10. Par 4.

A beautiful downhill short par 4 with the green surrounded by water. The tee shot is very straight forward if you choose to play safe, however you may feel that at only 250 meters downhill and the wind behind that it is worth having a go with 3 wood or driver.

A straight one will make an eagle/birdie very possible - but just slightly out and you are looking at a 6. Decisions, decisions!

Facilities Buggies, Trolleys, Driving range, Putting green, Golf lessons, Pro shop, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Bar

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 5893 • 5556 • 5073

4 ball only 99 euro Special Twilight Offer after 4 pm.

Call: (+34) 952 937 605 www.esteponagolf.com

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Valle Romano Golf & Resort CN-340, km.152 Urb. Valle Romano C/ Villa Borghese nº 1. 29680 Estepona Tel.: (+34) 952 800 600 Fax: (+34) 952 807 586 reservasgolf@valleromano.es www.valleromano.net 13. How to Find

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From A-7 Malaga-Algeciras Exit Km.153 to A-7 / N-340.

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Valle Romano, in Estepona, is an outstanding 18-hole course, designed to play host to the most demanding and prestigious of tournaments. Its innovative and challenging lay-out guarantees that it can be enjoyed by both amateur and professional golfers alike. This is a course which, more than being designed, has been devised to ensure that one day it will become a legend.

It occupies 60 hectares, a 5 km circuit, and has been constructed in accordance to the highest standards of quality which have been set out by the United States Golf Association of America, featuring Agrostis “Tifsport”-variety

turf, certified by the University of Georgia, plus a state-of-the-art irrigation system.

With an average of 5 tees per hole and spacious greens with varied flag positions, as well as overlooking the sea, Valle Romano is a course to enjoy in all meanings of the word.

Valle Romano Golf & Resort is the place chosen by major professional golfers such as Seve Ballesteros, where they can live and play on its impressive 18-hole golf course, designed by Cabell B. Robinson. Robinson is a prominent golf course architect and designer of some of the 100 finest courses in the world, according to Golf Magazine.

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Facilities Valle Romano boasts a fully-equipped Club House: shop, restaurant, locker room and changing rooms with sauna, etc. It also has a Golf School and floodlit practice range where learning will become a real pleasure. So there you have it.

Valle Romano Golf. A complete golf course, on the Costa del Sol. Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6371 • 5997 • 5503 • 4993

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El Paraiso Golf Club Urb. El Paraiso, Ctra. de Cádiz Km. 167, Estepona Tel.: (+34) 952 883 835 Fax: (+34) 952 885 827 info@elparaisogolfclub.com www.elparaisogolfclub.com 16. How to Find

El Paraiso

Heading towards Estepona, Exit the main N-340 coast road at the 2nd footbridge after the Benahavís exit.

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Designed by Gary Player, El Paraiso was opened in 1973 and is one of the oldest established courses on the coast. For more than twenty years it has been a mecca of golf, whether you are a low handicap or just wanting to enjoy a round of golf on your holiday, the course offers golfers of all ages and abilities an exciting challenge.

The setting is incomparable - lush fairways are punctuated by meandering streams, flanked by palm trees and an abundance of exotic fauna, including oleander, jacaranda and mimosas. Lakes provide a home for waterbirds and the golf balls of the unwary!

Without doubt El Paraiso Golf Club is a well designed course that golfers will never tire of playing and will look forward to returning for another chance to conquer!

Hole 6. Par 5. With many good golf holes to choose from, without doubt the 6th, a dogleg left par 5, must be the best hole on the course.

The drive has to be accurate to avoid two well positioned bunkers, left and right, and your second shot must favour the left centre of the fairway to miss the lake that catches any wayward ball. Finally, your approach has again to be accurate, to a two tiered green, to give you any chance of that elusive birdie.

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Facilities Buggies, Trolleys, Driving range, Putting green, Golf lessons, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Hotel

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 6131 • 5912 • 4998

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Atalaya Golf & Country Club 29688 Estepona, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 882 812 Fax: (+34) 952 887 897 info@atalaya-golf.com www.atalaya-golf.com

Facilities

ATALAYA GOLF

Buggies, Trolleys, Electric trolleys, Driving Range, Practice areas, Golf lessons, Kiosk, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Bar

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Created in 1968, Atalaya Old Course was designed by Bernard von Limburger, the 1925 German Golf Champion who became his country’s finest golf course architect of the time. With wide fairways and large elevated greens, this championship course provides a challenge to golfers of all levels.

Elegant and mature with spectacular views of the magnificent La Concha mountain, it is the perfect oasis of tranquillity on the otherwise bustling and vibrant Costa del Sol. Its apparently benign parkland aspect with gently sloping fairways makes it an ideal course for the average club golfer -

but plentiful bunkers filled with sparkling ‘marmolina’ sand, fast greens, lush vegetation and fairways lined with olive, pine, cactus and eucalyptus trees prove a challenge for single-figure players as well.

Azahara Muñoz has been using the new Atalaya Golf 3,500 m2 short game area designed by Craig Cook - former design assistant of Robert Trent Jones - and roofed tee at the driving range. This area has just been opened for professionals and their pupils. Azahara has trained at Atalaya for over 11 years with her personal golf coach Fernando Vega Cabeza (Professional of the Atalaya Golf Academy).

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Exit the main N-340 coast road at the Benahavís ‘cambio de sentido’.

About 1km to the clubhouse.

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Atalaya New Course offers spectacular views of the Mediterranean and Gibraltar and is seen as one of the most natural courses on the coast. Created in 1990 by Paul Krings, the New Course is set further inland, but has a similar parkland feel about it - with gently undulating fairways and large, fast greens.

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It would be fair to say that, in general, hazards are obvious but still manage to trap the unwary. Care is needed off the tees and the wild hitter will soon encounter difficulties.

The New Course is rapidly catching up with the Old in terms of quality and in the summer months there are great bargains to be had

For more information & bookings Visit our website: www.atalaya-golf.com or call (+34) 952 882 812

for the holiday golfer. Atalaya Golf & Country Club International also offers splendid practice facilities, including a spacious driving range, six short game areas and three putting greens.

There are plenty of scoring opportunities on the New Course, with a solid mix of holes and lengths. Two of the best par 3’s you will come across on any golf course are the 4th - teeing off with a mid-iron from a raised platform over the lake - and the 13th, a long iron or wood to a two tiered green with a steep bank on the left. Par on either of these exceptional holes is a good score. The long par 5 finishing hole will either make or break your score.

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Marbella Club Hotel, Golf Resort & Spa 29679 Benahavís, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 889 100 Fax: (+34) 952 889 102 reserv.golf@marbellaclub.com www.marbellaclub.com 20. How to Find

Marbella Club

Leave the N-340 at km 165.6 for the village of Cancelada.

Follow the directions for Monte Mayor Golf Club.

Monte Mayor Marbella Club Benahavís El Higueral Estepona

AP-7 Motorway

Malaga

Cancelada Flamingos Golf El Paraiso Estepona

The Marbella Club Hotel Golf Resort is a world class golf course that exceeds even the highest expectations. With a total length of 6,247m, the course is enhanced by carefully contoured fairways, beautiful waterfalls, lakes and strategically placed bunkers, as well as undulating and protected greens, maintained to perfection. The in-house British P.G.A. Professional, Gary Vautier, has extensive experience teaching all aspects of the game at all levels of ability.

The Club offers golf of the most exclusive nature. With start times on average 30 mins apart, over-crowded rounds are

not a concern and morning tee times are guaranteed. Players need only concentrate on their game and enjoy a superb day of golf that meets the expectations of the most demanding fans of the sport.

Hole 18. Par 5. Try not to get distracted by the magnificent views of the Mediterranean, Gibraltar and Africa from the spectacular high tee. If your lands on the fairway you may have a chance to reach the green in two.

The brave will take on a long second shot to a well bunkered green. The strategic will lay up and try to make birdie with a well placed wedge into this large, well contoured green.

Atalaya

A-7 (N-340)

Marbella

Km 166

Facilities Buggies, Trolleys, Electric trolleys, Driving Range, Putting green, Golf lessons, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 32 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6279 • 5437 • 5050

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El Higueral Golf Club Urb. Capanes Golf. Km. 3,7 Ctra. de Benahavís, 29679 Benahavís Tel.: (+34) 951 896 052 Fax: (+34) 951 896 059 reservas@elhigueralgolf.com www.elhigueralgolf.com 21. How to Find

El Higueral

Exit the N-340 at the Benahavís ‘cambio de sentido’. Follow the road for about 5 kms, then turn right at the crossroads.

Monte Mayor Marbella Club Benahavís El Higueral Estepona

AP-7 Motorway

Malaga

Cancelada Flamingos Golf El Paraiso Estepona

Atalaya

A-7 (N-340)

Km 166

Marbella Exit Benahavís

Facilities Buggies, Trolleys, Electric trolleys, Pro Shop

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Built and maintained to the highest standards, this full length par 36, 9 hole layout is an absolute joy to play. Always perfectly manicured and with incredible putting surfaces, designer Roderick Segar has shown a great understanding and sympathy of the gently undulating terrain on which the course sits.

Water forms an integral part of the course - with man-made lakes that are defined by their stylish black slate surrounds contrasting with the breathtakingly beautiful natural lake which comes into play on the 4th and 5th holes. Quick, true greens are up there with the best, and give the opportunity for

the greenkeepers to put in some devilish pin positions due to the combination of slopes and hazards. But this course is perfect for golfers of any level, either for a quick 9 holes, or trying to better your score with another trip round.

Hole 4. Par 5. Featuring one of the most picturesque green settings on the Costa del Sol, this downhill dogleg right hole follows the sweeping contours of the fairway, turning to reveal a peninsula green nestled by the lakeside. An accurate drive is required if the player is to successfully reach the green in two.

Good judgement of distance with a short iron could equally set up a birdie opportunity.

Course Information 9 holes, Par 36 • 2938 • 2682 • 2201

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La Quinta Golf & Country Club Club, Urb. La Quinta Golf, Nueva Andalucía, 29660 Marbella Tel.: (+34) 952 762 390 Fax: (+34) 952 762 399 reservas@laquintagolf.com www.laquintagolf.com 23. How to Find

La Quinta

Take Ronda Road from San Pedro.

Straight at traffic lights. At 2nd roundabout turn right. Follow signs to the club.

Also Junction 172 from the AP7.

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AP-7 Motorway

Malaga

San Pedro Nueva Andalucía Estepona

At La Quinta Golf and Country Club you can enjoy the experience of playing golf on one of the finest golf courses on the Costa del Sol, Spain. Situated in the heart of the Marbella Golf Valley, only 5 minutes from Puerto Banus and with direct access from both the A7 and AP7 motorways.

La Quinta Golf has three 9 hole courses integrated into the natural surroundings of the area, from which one can view the Mediterranean sea and the mountains that encircle the Marbella Golf Valley.

The course is regarded as one of the best in the area as it hosts The Benahavis

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Senior Masters every October, a regular European Seniors PGA Tour Event.

The La Quinta Golf Academy is equipped with the most modern facilities such as a state of the art digital swing analysis system. At the Golf Club you will encounter a balance between modernity and tradition; a great ambience for playing golf.

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Facilities Golf Academy by Manuel Piñero, Driving range, Clubhouse, Hotel, Restaurant, Spa, Sauna, Pool, Fitness centre, Games room, Kids Club

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 26, Ladies 34 Soft spikes only

Course Information San Pedro (A): 9 holes, Par 35 • 2838 • 2707 • 2517 • 2345 Ronda (B): 9 holes, Par 35 • 2649 • 2445 • 2284 • 2138 Guadaiza (C): 9 holes, Par 36 • 3057 • 2896 • 2673 • 2462

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Real Club de Golf Las Brisas Apdo. de Correos nº 147 29660 Nueva Andalucía Tel.: (+34) 952 813 021 Fax: (+34) 952 815 518 info@realclubdegolflasbrisas.com www.realclubdegolflasbrisas.com 26. How to Find

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Exit the highway at Puerto Banús and follow orange ‘golf club’ signs to the course.

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Flaura and Fauna Perfectly complementing the design of the golf course is the harmonious landscaping created by Englishman Gerald Huggan. Much like a botanical garden, plants and trees from all the continents of the world fill the course with imagination and colour. Here you will find rare species from Africa, Asia, America, Mexico and Australia combined with numerous palms and Mediterranean trees.

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Designed by Robert Trent Jones Senior, every hole at Real Club de Golf Las Brisas has been carefully considered to be both pleasing to the eye and capable of challenging even the most experienced player. Numerous water

hazards and prudent bunkering combine with subtle dog-legs to suggest careful planning and good shot making is required in order to achieve the lowest scores.

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Founded by D. José Banús in 1968, Real Club de Golf Las Brisas aspires to be the private club of choice for those who appreciate an exceptional golf experience in an inviting social environment. Their focus is to provide excellent service, well maintained facilities, superb dining and a variety of social events and recreational activities for the benefit of members and their guests.

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Facilities Buggies, Driving Range, Putting green, Golf lessons, Clubhouse, Pro shop, Restaurant, Bar, Sauna

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 24, Ladies 32 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6130 • 5866 • 5593

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Santa Clara Golf Marbella Ctra. N-340, Km. 187.5 29603 Marbella, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 85 01 11 Fax: (+34) 952 85 02 88 reservas@santaclaragolfmarbella.com www.santaclaragolfmarbella.com 31. How to Find

Santa Clara

From the main N-340 coast Exit Km.187.5 “Los Monteros”.

The course is located behind the Costa del Sol Hospital.

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Rio Real Santa Clara Hospital Marbella Km 186

Making customers feel happy about handing over their hard earned euros is one of the most difficult achievements to attain in business, but is something that Santa Clara manages on a daily basis. The secret is a well maintained, playable and enjoyable golf course combined with an exceptionally high level of service.

From check-in to the first tee, somebody is there to offer helpful advice with a smile.

The opening hole sits alongside the 9th, 10th & 18th, all of which lead towards or away from the magnificent clubhouse and one of the best practice facilities on the Costa del Sol. Designed by Enrique Canales

Busquets, the course has been created with respect for the natural environment, indigenous wildlife and vegetation. Santa Clara Golf Marbella provides a stimulating and unforgettable round for golfers of all abilities.

The par 3’s are perhaps where it is most difficult to hold a good score together, with hazards to contend with wide of the target.The 13th measures 139 metres from the ladies tee, 182m from the men’s, and a massive 208m from the pros. Forming part of the course affectionately known as ‘Santa Clara Corner’, (holes 12, 13 & 14) - what also makes this hole so daunting is the lake which protects the front of the green.

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Facilities Buggies, Electric trolleys, Driving Range, Putting green, Golf lessons, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 30, Ladies 38 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 5940 • 5558 • 4856

August Competitions August 10th – X Aniversary Competition – Stableford August 11th – Santa Clara Cup – Two balls better ball August 12th – President’s Cup – Two balls scramble August 13th and 14th – Santa Clara’s Golden Cup – Scratch Medal Play

Exceeding your highest expectations Service with a smile. Ideal golfing climate.

Exquisitely designed. Prefectly manicured.

Spectacular views. Magnificent clubhouse.

A very warm welcome to

Special Offer - 2 Green fees + Buggy - €112 Twilight – 1 Green fee + Buggy - €51 – from 3pm Book online & receive a 10% discount (9am-2pm & 3pm–4pm) Select Club Membership 3 months unlimited golf - €950 (buggy included) 2 months unlimited golf - €750 (buggy included) 1 month unlimited golf - €450 (buggy included)

Santa Clara Golf Marbella Ctra. N-340 Málaga-Cádiz, Km. 187.5 (Exit “Los Monteros” Behind Costa del Sol Hospital) 29603 Marbella - Málaga - Spain Tel.: (+34) 952 85 01 11 Fax: (+34) 952 85 02 88 reservas@santaclaragolfmarbella.com www.santaclaragolfmarbella.com

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Santa Maria Golf & Country Club Urbanización Elviria 29604 Marbella Tel.: (+34) 952 831 036 Fax: (+34) 952 834 797 caddymaster@santamariagolfclub.com www.santamariagolfclub.com 34. How to Find

Santa Maria

Exit the main N-340 coast road at Km. 192 towards Elviria. Head North and take 1st right at last roundabout onto Av. de Santa María.

El Soto Greenlife Golf

Santa Maria Supersol Marbella

A-7 Km 192

This club has a well-earned place amongst the most elite on the Costa del Sol, offering challenging golf in unparalleled surroundings.

It affords views across the course to the Mediterranean, as well as inland to the mountains that lie to the north.

The opening hole is a fairly straightforward 289m par-4. The tee shot must clear a small lake and avoid the ravine to the left of the fairway. After that only a short iron should be needed to find the generous putting surface, guarded by three bunkers.

The splendid 19th century clubhouse epitomises the charm and character of the club. While not long, the course is full of interest and considered one of the best along the coast; each hole has its own particular character. Many of the tees are elevated and, on a fine day, the views from the 10th to the 16th holes are breathtaking.

The 11th is a spectacular left-handed dog leg, par-4, measuring just 286 meters. The elevated tee is at the highest point on the course, and long hitters will have to avoid running into the lake or bunker. The feature is a well-bunkered green with attractive waterfall. Take a moment to admire the sheer beauty of the setting from the ‘mirador’ behind the 11th green.

Malaga Hotel Don Carlos

Facilities Pro shop, Trollies, Buggies, Putting green, Club cleaning, Tennis, Lawn bowls, Sauna, Clubhouse an outstanding renovated finca with bar, lounge and restaurant overlooking the first tee. Snooker/ billiard rooms available to members

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 36, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 70 • 5558 • 5325 • 4657

“A date for your diary” In celebration of our 20th Anniversary

Saturday 13th August Individual Stableford - 45€ Includes Green fee, buggy, welcome bag, drink and tapa at prize presentation.

For inscriptions please call Caddy Master on 952 831 036 or e-mail caddymaster@santamariagolfclub.com

SUMMER GREEN FEES UNTIL 30TH SEPTEMBER 2011

18 Holes

Twilight

GOLF GREEN FEE

44.50 Euros

30.50 Euros

BUGGY RENTAL

26.00 Euros

18.00 Euros

WEEKLY SEASON TICKET / PERSON WITH SHARED BUGGY 199EUROS SPECIAL OFFER FOR JULY & AUGUST 2011 BUGGY (18 HOLES & TWILIGHT): - 15 EUROS 2 PERSONS + BUGGY: - 99 EUROS SUPER TWILIGHT FROM 18:30 HRS: - 25 EUROS INCLUDING BUGGY (PER PLAYER) TWILIGHT (2 PERSONS + BUGGY): - 79 EUROS

Reservations: Tel: 952 831036. Fax: 952 834797 e-mail: caddymaster@santamariagolfclub.com www.santamariagolfclub.com

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Miraflores Golf, Ctra. de Cadiz N-340 Km.199, Mijas Costa, Malaga GPS: 4° 42’ 16” W 36° 30’ 08” N Tel.: (+34) 952 931 960 Fax: (+34) 952 931 942 info@miraflores-golf.com www.miraflores-golf.com 38. How to Find

Miraflores

Turn off the highway to Málaga at Riviera del Sol, approximately 15 kms East of Marbella - the course is about 2 kms away.

Miraflores

Driving Range

Km 198 Marbella

Km 199 A-7 / N-340

Exit Riviera del Sol

Malaga

Max Beach

Facilities Electric trolleys, Buggies, Floodlit driving range, Putting green, Clubhouse, Bar/Restaurant, Lockers, Storage, MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE

Handicap & Requirements Handicp Limit: Men 27, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 5148 • 4479

Miraflores Golf follows the gentle contours of the Sierra Mijas foothills and affords breathtaking views to the Mediterranean.

Designed by Falco Nardi and opened in 1990, the course has recently undergone considerable improvements. Measuring 5,148 metres from the yellow tees, each of the 18 holes offers a different challenge - on the fifth and sixth, for example, the first shot has to carry over water.

The twelfth is a huge 570 metres, divided by a lake - and there’s even more water danger on the fifteenth, where a moat completely surrounds the green.Members and visitors are always warmly welcomed.

This is a family orientated club, where young and old, novices and advanced golfers can enjoy the game - from practising at the Golf Academy and playing in well organised tournaments to socialising in the Clubhouse.

Miraflores Golf Restaurant: In the heart of the Course, diners enjoy spectacular views from the terrace. Renowned for the quality of its food, it is a must place to visit. Open 365 days a year to members and non-members, serving lunch and dinner. The delicious lunch menu is good value and our gourmet dinner and selection of wines is excellent. An ideal place for an intimate dinner, or for entertaining friends or colleagues.

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Calanova Golf Club Urb. Calanova Golf Club s/n 29649 Cala de Mijas Tel.: (+34) 951 170 194 Fax: (+34) 651 170 197 reservas@calanovagolfclub.com www.calanovagolfclub.com 40. How to Find

Calanova

From A-7 Exit La Cala de Mijas.

At roundabout take 2nd exit. At roundabout take 3rd exit toward Majadilla del Muerto. Follow signs to the golf course.

Mijas / Fuengirola

La Cala Santana

Marbella

AP-7 Motorway

Malaga

Calanova

La Noria Marbella

Located in the heart of the Costa del Sol within the “Golf Valley of Mijas”, only 15 mins from Fuengirola & 25 mins from Marbella. The course has been designed by Aymerich Golf Management to reflect the natural geography of the land and offer some degree of risk which players of all handicaps will enjoy.

With spectacular sea and the mountain views from most of the holes, the greens have an average surface area of over 500 m2 and are exceptionaly designed to provide a great experience for all players. Fairways are varied from one hole to another, wide in the landing areas with visible hazards. Rasied

tees give a perfect view of the hole and a more spectacular ball flight. Weekend golfers take note – there are no torturous holes, the sort that make you want to call it a day and head straight to the club house for a drink!

Hole 6, Par 3. From an elevated tee the view is of a green in a valley below with a small bunker at the front and a larger one to the left; of more significance is the large lake glistening menacingly on the right. The green, which slopes severely from back to front, is colossal and when the new trees spread their palms the hole will be a photographer’s delight and will remain in the memory bank for many a day.

A-7 (N-340)

Fuengirola

La Cala de Mijas

Facilities Buggies, Clubhouse, Driving range, Putting green, Golf academy, Restaurant, Pro shop

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 5866 • 5773 • 4941

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3 course menu + DRINK + GREEN FEE + Buggy = 55 EUROS p.P. Untill the 30th of September 2011

Bookings: Tel.: (+34) 951 170 194 Mobile: (+34) 690 751 084 Email: reservas@calanovagolfclub.com Web: www.calanovagolfclub.com

Bookings: Tel.: (+34) 951 170 194 Mobile: (+34) 690 751 084 Email: reservas@calanovagolfclub.com Web: www.calanovagolfclub.com

SPECIAL SUMMER 2011 OFFERS

SPECIAL OFFERS. UNTIL 30 th September 2011 Early birds (before 09.00 hours) & Twilight after 15.00 hours): €40 per person including shared buggy (No previous bookings accepted. Players must go to the club on the day) Two green fees + buggy: €90 ADULT + Junior WITH BUGGY: €55 (Junior must be under 16 years old) Play 4 and pay only for 3: €135 with two buggies Four players on the same tee time at the price of three. (Only June July & August)

Manolo Fernandez, Golf Director, would like to greet and thank all future visitors to the course. Email: comercial@calanovagolfclub.com

MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE

GOLF DAY AT CALANOVA: €55 (Green fee + buggy + 3 course menu and a drink) CALANOVA LOVERS: €300 Package of 10 Green fees with buggy included.

(These Green fees are personal & not transferable) PLAYING LESSON WITH MONTY BORDELON: €100 One or two players playing 9 holes, with a buggy and Monty’s supervision, covering the complete game of golf (about 2 and half hours on the course) ANNUAL AND 6 MONTH MEMBERSHIPS Please ask at the Club for details.

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FROM €1.500 BUGGY INCLUDED Members and guests competitions every Monday & Wednesday at 10.30 hours

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La Cala Resort La Cala de Mijas 29649 Mijas Costa, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 669 033 Fax: (+34) 952 669 034 golf@lacala.com www.lacala.com

La Cala Resort

Facilities Buggies, Driving Range, Putting green, Golf lessons, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Pool, Tennis, Gym, Sauna, Hotel

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

All three La Cala courses were designed by the renowned course architect, Cabell B. Robinson who was previously employed as Robert Trent Jones’ designer in Europe.

to the greens. Campo America requires accurate and well-judged shot-making on the approach as nearly three quarters of the greens are perched or slightly elevated.

Campo America is a 6,009 metre par 72 with five par fives. The topography is similar to Campo Asia but the wide fairways make this a slightly easier driving course.

There are fewer fairway bunkers as well but the changes in elevation put a priority on correct club selection. The first three holes offer birdie opportunities to get the scoring going along nicely. After that, no two holes are alike requiring skilful shots

Signature Holes The testing index 2, sixth. A par-5 that requires accurate shot making to reach the narrow, elevated green. The spectacular, short 16th with its lake and fountain. From the tee you have a panoramic view of the resort.The downhill 18th, a fantastic par five. A par should be easily achieved on this hole but walking off with a birdie or even an eagle will provide a great talking point at the 19th Hole.

Campo America 18 holes, Par 72 • 6009 • 5600 • 4977 • 4605 H ole Par

MTS

H ole Par

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

438 308 275 153 278 437 396 97 458

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

337 209 346 341 126 479 105 326 491

5 4 4 3 4 5 4 3 5

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From A-7 Exit Cala de Mijas and follow signs to the golf course (about 6 kms).

The course is also accessible from a road between Mijas and Alhaurin Golf.

Mijas / Fuengirola

La Cala Santana

Marbella

AP-7 Motorway

Malaga

La Cala Resort

Calanova

La Noria Marbella

A-7 (N-340)

Fuengirola

La Cala de Mijas

GPS Coordinates Latitude: N 36° 32’ 32” Longitude: W 4° 43’ 12”

Campo Asia is not overly long at 5,925 metres but requires accuracy from all the tees. Drives that find the fairways will give the opportunity on most of the holes to attack the pins with the approach shots for potential birdies. Both the fairways and greens are well bunkered, and the majority of the tee shots, many of which are quite dramatic to comfortably wide landing areas, are either downhill or level.

Campo Asia 18 holes, Par 72 • 5925 • 5412 • 4785 • 4467 H ole Par

MTS

H ole Par

MTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

460 164 314 368 281 333 435 101 336

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

286 252 119 290 461 325 125 338 424

5 3 4 4 4 4 5 3 4

4 4 3 4 5 4 3 4 5

The four par fives, with the exception of the 1st, are reachable in two. Beware of the apparently concealed contours of the greens. Water is present on only two holes and approximately half of the approach shots are to elevated,

well-defended greens. The four short holes offer tremendous variety, and although some require a carry over thick rough, all are easily reachable. This is an exciting course which puts a premium on accuracy and distance control.

Signature Holes The par-3, 2nd: Offers panoramic 360 degree views of the resort to Mijas village and the Mediterranean. The par-5, 14th: The approach shot needs to be accurate as the green is protected by water left and heavy bunkering right. The par-5, 18th: A real risk and reward hole where longer hitters can carry the ravine to set up an iron to the green.

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La Cala Resort La Cala de Mijas 29649 Mijas Costa, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 669 033 Fax: (+34) 952 669 034 golf@lacala.com www.lacala.com

La Cala Resort

David Leadbetter Golf Academy In addition to the sensational 54 holes of golf on offer, La Cala also has Spain’s only David Leadbetter Golf Academy. Practice facilities include a testing 6-hole par three course, a SAM Putting Lab, a grass driving range and putting and chipping greens.

The Third Course, Campo Europa, was opened in March 2005. The fairways are generous from the tees and the greens are slightly larger than on the existing courses. They are not severely contoured but are well bunkered and will be easier for the average golfer. The par 71 course measures 6014 metres.

Course designer Cabell Robinson stresses the difference between the three courses: “The three courses in La Cala Resort are all very different in character. The new course is the most different of the three because of the river Ojen – the others are in the hills.

They are three good challenges and none is

over long. Yet they are all very different in character. It gives a great option to golfers to have three 18-hole courses to choose from.”

Cabell went on to stress the advantages of the new course for the average golfer: “The new course is not only dramatic but will also be easier for the average golfer. The fairways are generous from the tees and the greens are slightly larger than on the existing courses.”

The par-4 fourth twice crosses the river Ojen.

Longer hitters can try to cross with the tee-shot but the safer play is to find the narrow fairway with a fairway metal or long iron. This leaves a long shot to the large, well-bunkered green.

Campo Europa 18 holes, Par 71 • 6014 • 5705 • 4829 • 4556 H ole Par

MTS

H ole Par

MTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

289 334 152 362 311 338 356 475 155

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

113 504 316 343 217 481 142 472 345

4 4 3 4 4 4 4 5 3

3 5 4 4 3 5 3 5 4

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Santana Golf & Country Club Ctr. La Cala-Entrerrios, s/n Valle del Golf de Mijas 29649 Mijas Costa, Málaga Tel.: (+34) 951 062 560 Fax: (+34) 951 062 562 info@santanagolf.com www.santanagolf.com 42. How to Find

Santana

From A-7 Exit Cala de Mijas and follow signs to the golf course (about 4 kms).

The course is also accessible from a road between Mijas and Alhaurin Golf.

Mijas / Fuengirola

La Cala Santana

Marbella

AP-7 Motorway

Malaga

Calanova

La Noria Marbella

Set in 138 acres of picturesque parkland that was formerly an avocado plantation, Santana Golf has been sympathetically laid out by the architect Cabell B. Robinson. The result is a magnificent course with wide and well defined fairways on level terrain, hence easily walkable, where water features play an important albeit not excessive part in the overall design.

Wide and well manicured putting greens are surrounded by strategically placed bunkers with crushed marble sand. Technically speaking, Santana Golf is a demanding course as the unique design of each hole is intended to give a continuous challenge,

even for the more experienced player. It is clear that Cabell B. Robinson has opened a jar of exquisite essences, designing a spectacular & aesthetically superb layout.

4th. Excellent use of the natural features have been made on this very challenging Par 5 hole.

Keep left to avoid the bunkers, aim second shot towards the right and hit third shot into the putting surface. A true test for a championship golfer. 10th. The second 9 opens with a Par 5 with a generously fairway and overwhelming scenic beauty. Play right of the bunker followed by a long iron short of the lake. The receptive long green is defended by bunkers.

A-7 (N-340)

Fuengirola

La Cala de Mijas

Facilities Buggies, Putting green, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 34 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 5986 • 5654 • 4860

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El Chaparral Golf Club Urb. El Chaparral N-340, Km 203 29648 Mijas Costa Tel.: (+34) 952 587 733 Fax: (+34) 952 587 744 reservas@golfelchaparral.com www.golfelchaparral.com 43. How to Find

El Chaparral

Only 1.5 kms to the north of N-340. Coming from the west turn round at the first ‘Cambio de Sentido’ after Km 203 and approach the turning from the east.

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Fuengirola

Cambio de Sentido El Faro

El Chaparral Golf Club has become one of the most attractive golf clubs on the Costa del Sol, the result of the determination and efforts of Antonio Rubio’s family business.

With a premium service from the moment you arrive: a wooden roof covers 90% of the car park, immediate welcome service, collection of golf bags, specialised staff, impeccably decorated changing rooms.

With an original design by Pepe Gancedo, this is the only golf course on the Costa del Sol with 6 par 3’s, 6 par 4’s and 6 par 5’s. With a total length of 6000 metres, it offers a wide variety of holes and is quite a challenging

course, requiring high levels of accuracy and skill. When you have finished your game you can enjoy excellent service and food in the bar-restaurant, either inside or outside on its terraces, surrounded by pine woods and beautiful views over the Mediterranean.

The 8th is a tricky par 4 which requires a tactical approach. From an elevated tee a water hazard runs down the right hand side of the hole. An iron is the play here leaving a fairly short iron into the green. The par 3 tenth is probably the most picturesque hole. Tee off from an elevated position, with Mediterranean views, to a green approximately 30ft below.

Facilities Buggies, Trolleys, Driving range, Putting green, Golf academy, Pro shop, Rental clubs, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Bar

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 26, Ladies 34 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 5649 • 5402 • 4594

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Mijas Golf Camino viejo de Coín, Km. 3.5 Urb. Mijas Golf. 29649 Mijas Costa Tel.: (+34) 952 476 843 Fax: (+34) 952 467 943 teetimes@mijasgolf.org www.mijasgolf.org

Facilities

Mijas Golf

Electric trolleys, Buggies, Driving Range, Golf lessons, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Created by Robert Trent Jones Senior, golf course architect par excellence and world renowned for his work that spreads from the Mediterrranean to the Pacific.

Los Lagos, the oldest, dates back to 1976 and is one of the longest on the coast. It is characterised by wide fairways, large raised greens and more than a sprinkling of bunkers; lakes feature prominently on eight of the holes. It has a very open feel, however, as trees are sparse and there is only a little rough.

Trent Jones believed that “every hole should be a hard par and an easy bogey”. Mijas Golf International lives up to that belief, maintaining the sanctity of par with Trent Jones’ hallmarks of strategically placed water and sand, yet offering the high handicapper generous but gently undulating fairways and a general impression of wide open space. This is a very popular golfing complex with two superb courses.

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No hole so characterises this course as much the 5th - some 617 yards (564 metres), curving seeming endlessly around a boundary wall and over a full 100 yards (91,44 metres) of fairway bunker, it approaches the green through a narrowing funnel with out of bounds left and large lake to the right.

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Los Lagos 18 holes, Par 71 • 6367 • 6007 • 5148 H ole Par

MTS

H ole Par

MTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

494 143 329 380 466 393 372 200 347

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

379 146 344 488 331 167 362 337 329

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Exit A-7 Fuengirola-Coín.

At the roundabout, take the 5th exit onto A-7053/Camino de Coín. The course is about 3.5 kms from the highway.

Mijas Golf

Marbella

AP-7 Motorway

Malaga

Marbella

A-7 (N-340)

Malaga

Km 209

Mijas Golf

Hotel Byblos

Km 210

Los Olivos, also designed by Trent Jones and built by Cabell Robinson, opened in 1984.

Los Olivos complements Los Lagos, but offers a tighter challenge. This par 70 course measures 6386 yards (5840 metres) was completely refurbished by Cabell Robinson during the season 2000-2001, following Trent Jones’ original design concept.

Los Olivos 18 holes, Par 70 • 5840 • 5562 • 4880 H ole Par

MTS

H ole Par

MTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

301 392 156 306 375 162 309 170 479

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18

507 317 362 296 162 401 130 316 421

4 4 3 4 4 3 4 3 5

5 4 4 4 3 4 3 4 5

The main feature which distinguishes this course from the other is the abundance of trees – hence the name – and its smaller size, as well as fewer water hazards. The greens are smaller, undulating and well defended.The Club House is an old Andalusian cortijo (farmhouse), and

beside it, one can feel the continual buzz on the terraces of the Restaurant, where the variety of clientele can be noticed; Mijas Golf has managed to mix, with success, the residents on the area with visitors from all over the world.

Signature Holes: The 2nd is a long par 4 for high handicappers.

Perhaps best to play as a par 5, watch that bunker on the right. It is a long second shot to the green. Keep to the right. The 8th might be the most difficult par 3 on the course but the par three 14th. is not too far behind. All the problems here are on the left side of the green.

Safe shot is short or to the right of the green.

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Alhaurin Golf Ctra. Comarcal 426 Fuengirola/Coin, Km 15, 29120 Alhaurin el Grande Tel.: (+34) 952 595 800 Fax: (+34) 952 594 195 reservasgolf@alhauringolf.com www.alhauringolf.com 48. How to Find

Alhaurin

From Fuengirola you can take either the Mijas Village road (A-387, aprox.

20 mins) or the new road A-7053 at Entrerrios cross (aprox. 15 mins).

From Mijas Costa: take the new A-7053 road (aprox. 12 minutes).

From Marbella: either take the Ojen road at la Cañada and then the MA3303 or take A-7 to Mijas Costa and the the new A-7053 up to Alhaurin.

Alhaurin Golf Mijas Village La Cañada Marbella A-7 / E-15

Alhaurin Golf is a beautiful and entertaining Seve Ballesteros designed course composed of 5 par fives, 8 par fours and 5 par threes and is surrounded by Mediterranean forestry and magnificent views over the Costa del Sol.

The trees and plants within the course are typically Mediterranean with plenty of pine trees, Spanish oaks, cypress, orange trees, palms and olives plus a wide range of aromatic plants like thyme and rosemary.

Friendly staff, superb value for money, good quality course, complete with training area including an academy course, spacious natural grass driving range, putting green and chipping green. Continuous improvements have been made to Alhaurin Golf, making it a must for all golf and nature lovers. It is located in Alhaurin el Grande, just above Fuengirola and mid way between Malaga and Marbella.

Signature Hole The signature hole is number six, a par five dogleg right with the most amazing tee positions and views overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The drop in height from the tees is absolutely unique, and leaves most players with two more shots to reach the green, well protected by bunkers but not difficult to putt. This is one of those holes every golfer must play.

Malaga

N-340

Marbella

Mijas Costa

Malaga Fuengirola

Facilities Hotel, Restaurant, Bar, Buggies, Trolleys, Putting green, Chipping green, Driving range, Terrace

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 36, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6045 • 5712 • 4865 + 9 hole, Par 3 course

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Lauro 27 Golf Ctra. A-404, km. 14 29130 Alhaurín de la Torre Tel.: (+34) 952 412 767 Fax: (+34) 952 414 757 info@laurogolf.com www.laurogolf.com 49. How to Find

Lauro 27

A) Exit N340 onto the MA-426 to Coin. Continue through Alhaurin de la Torre to Lauro Golf course.

B) Exit the N-340 onto the A-404 (& C-344) Coin road near the airport turnoff. Pass through Alhaurin de la Torre.

Lauro Golf Coin Road

Torremolinos

N-340

Malaga

Exit A-404 / Coin Marbella

Km 231 A-7 / E-15 Malaga

Facilities Electric trolleys, Buggies, Driving Range, Golf lessons, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Lauro Golf is a course moderately flat that can be played without buggy. The designers intended that every shot was a challenge for the player, who must keep the concentration all the time and choose the right club. Some holes change their difficulty depending on the direction of the two main winds of the area, Levante and Poniente.

Designed by Folco Nardi and inaugurated in 1992, course and nature bond happily together.

Partly in a protected, construction-free area, Lauro commands superb views over the sea and mountains. Combining technique and strategy, this is recognized as one of the best

courses along the coast. The addition of a further 9 holes in 2003 provided an overall layout which becomes increasingly spectacular as the (literally) thousands of trees mature.

13: Par 5. “Joselito”. Possibly the most difficult hole with out of bounds at both sides, a lake at the entrance of a small green and a bunker behind. 26: Par 3. “Tragabuches”. Less difficult than it seems. The fear of the gully makes many players hit the ball too far to the right. 27: Par 5. “Niños de Écija”. The nicest hole and with the best views of Lauro Golf, protected by water on the right at the start and on the left at the entrance of the green.

Course Information Holes 01-18: • 6151 • 5816 • 4929 Holes 10-27: • 6078 • 5771 • 4979 Holes 19-09: • 6073 • 5701 • 4912

Lauro 27 Golf Resort & Residential

Golf Breaks · Lawn Bowls Club · Paddle-Tennis Club · Equestrian Center

Weekly unlimited golf: 99€ 2 memberships + buggy: 198€ Monthly unlimited golf: 199€ 2 memberships + buggy: 398€ 10 greenfees (1 o 2 pax): 199€ 20 greenfees (1 o 2 pax): 349€ *Conditions apply

Summer Offers (From 01/06/2011 to 15/09/2011)

Green Fee: 30€ Twilight: 25€ Buggy: 25€ 2 GF + Buggy: 75€ *Conditions apply

Ctra. A-404, km. 14 29130 Alhaurín de la Torre (Málaga) · Telephone: (+34) 952 41 27 67 · www.laurogolf.com

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Guadalhorce Club de Golf Apdo. Correos 48 29590 Campanillas (Málaga) Tel.: (+34) 952 179 378 Fax: (+34) 952 179 372 reservas@guadalhorce.com www.guadalhorce.com 50. How to Find

Guadalhorce

From Malaga airport. On the Algeciras / Motril-Granada-Sevilla highway, towards Malaga, take the exit Parque Technlogico-Cartama-Campanillas (near Carrefour shopping centre) and after aproximately 7 kms, take the exit Mercamalaga (House in ruins as landmark). Turn right at the intersection and follow the signs “Campo de Golf”. The course is located 4 km from that point. Total distance from airport approx. 15 kms.

Guadalhorce Golf Club was inaugurated in 1990 and is typified by its friendly family atmosphere. Its impressive Andalusian mansion was built at the end of the 18th century, and is a green oasis in the midst of the busy capital.

famous members, Miguel Angel Jimenz.

Visitors playing times are limited to mornings only - nor do visitors have full access to the whole of the club’s services. Don’t miss the view from the restaurant terrace - spectacular.

Apart from the usual club house facilities there are two swimming pools, tennis and paddle tennis courts, basket ball and even a football pitch, although most of these facilities are only available to club members.

The first nine holes are in a typical English “parkland” style, only two of the holes, the second and fifth are slightly elevated. All the greens however are quite large and fast.

There has been quite a bit of earth moving to create a more rugged second nine holes, with the 10th, 11th and 14th to 17th holes being heavily influenced by surrounding lakes and the Guadalhorce river.

The Par 72 course was originally designed

by Kosti Kuronen, but much of it has now been re-designed by one of its most

Facilities Buggies, Electric trolleys, Driving Range, Golf lessons, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Tennis, Sauna

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6194 • 5860 • 4992 + 9 hole, Par 3 course

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Special Summer Offer 1st. June to 31st August 2 greenfees plus buggy 90 Euros 1 greenfee (trolley incl.) 40 Euros

Come and try out our fantastic new greens recently redesigned by Miguel Angel Jimenez Reservations at: 952 17 93 68/78 Fax: 952 17 93 72 Email reservas@guadalhorce.com

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Baviera Golf Urb. Baviera Golf, Caleta de Vélez 29751 Málaga Tel.: (+34) 952 555 015 Fax: (+34) 901 706 428 info@bavieragolf.com www.bavieragolf.com 53. How to Find

Málaga

Km.274 A-7 / E-15

Baviera

Take the E-15 Road direction Málaga- Motril and take Exit 274 towards Caleta De Velez.

Follow signs to the golf course, approximately 2 km alongside the highway.

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Facilities Clubhouse, Driving range, Golf academy, Trolleys, Buggies

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 30, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 71 • 5609 • 5330 • 4744

Baviera Golf has been designed by José María Cañizares, the prestigious professional golfer.

Cañizares is one of our most international and charismatic golfers in whose record are 5 tournaments of the European circuit and 2 world championships as well as several participations in the Ryder Cup. Baviera Golf is an even course characterized by its wide greens with many movements and the great variety of obstacles which offer a big range of strokes and an ideal design for all types of handicap.

The variety of holes and the unsurpassable

views both to the Mediterranean sea and the mountains contribute to make you enjoy and share an unforgettable day.

Signature Holes If you want to get rid of some old balls then keep them for the 3rd hole, you might loose a few here. If you get a par then it might be a good idea to frame the score card for posterity. When you play the 7th hole it would be advisable to avoid the cactus garden on the left, not the kind of hazard one might find at home. For the 14th it might be better if you pack some binoculars in your bag, it’s huge, and if you are really unlucky you might get wet.

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Further afield Spain > Granada

Granada

Text & Images courtesy of the Patronato Provincial de Turismo de Granada. To find out more visit: www.turgranada.es

10 things not to be missed 4. Ski in Sierra Nevada In the south of Spain, in an earth blessed by the sun, the 3,478 meters of highest summits of the Sierra Nevada Massif guarantee the abundance of quality snow in the most southern ski resort of Europe.

7. Sleep in a House-Cave To sleep in a house cave is an experience that allows visitors to submerge completely in the culture and the form of life of more than 3,000 families from Granada.

8. Taste the Caviar of Riofrío and To Travel across Western Granada The extreme purity of waters of Riofrío, in Loja, provides one of star products of the Granada’s cuisine: the ecological caviar.

1. Visit the Alhambra and the Generalife World Heritage Site, the complex of the Alhambra and the Generalife is the most emblematic, known and visited monument of Granada.

2. Visit the Park of Sciences of Granada To visit the Park of Sciences is to enter a different world. A world where the visitor will have the knowledge of the science history on the tip of his fingers.

5. Swim at the beaches of the Tropical Coast A multitude of beaches and small inlets of crystal-clear water, 320 sunny days a year and an average temperature of 20 degrees.

3. Visit the Albaicin and the Sacromonte neighbourhoods The Albaicín (World Heritage Site) and the Sacromonte are two of the districts with more colour, enchantment and history of the city of Granada.

9. Go Shopping Granada is an ideal place to go shopping.

To let you take and cross its streets visiting stores and markets is an attractive and colourful form to make contact with its culture and its people.

10. Enjoy the Tapas and the Cuisine from Granada Little plates of stewed snails, potatoes a lo pobre, battered fish, migas and pinchos constantly pass by the bars of bars and tascas in Granada.

6. Know the Architecture of the Alpujarra To know the architecture alpujarreña is to make a trip in time to find its origins in the Berbers tribes who inhabited this area.

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Santa Clara Granada Avda. del Juncalillo s/n 18630 Otura, Granada

Santa Clara Granada

Tel.: (+34) 858 702 800 Fax: (+34) 858 702 804 info@santaclaragolfmarbella.com www.santaclaragolfgranada.com A. How to Find Take the N331 Granada road from Malaga. At Granada take the A44 south towards Motril.

Turn off at Otura, exit 139.

Follow signs to golf.

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Santa Clara

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N-323 Autovia

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Facilities Buggies, Electric trolleys, Driving range, Putting green, Golf lessons, Clubhouse, Restaurant

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 30, Ladies 38 Soft spikes only

From it’s inauguration in August 2006, the spectacular 18 hole TPC course at Santa Clara Golf in Granada has developed into one of the best in the Granada region. Designed by D. Enrique Canales and located in Otura, less than 10 minutes from Granada City centre, the course nestles in the foothills of the breathtaking Sierra Nevada mountain range.

Created with great respect for the natural environment, the course is one of the longest in Andalucia and will challenge players of all standards. The front 9 with its bunkers, “barrancos” and ‘the hill’ is very different from the back 9 which has some long

undulating fairways, a lake and a few well placed trees to contend with - altogether making for an interesting and at times, intriguing game of golf. Try for a birdie on the par 4 6th hole. You never know your luck!

Santa Clara boasts a magnificent Clubhouse with a restaurant overlooking the back 9, offering wonderful views of the snow capped mountains from it’s terrace. Here you can get a wide variety of dishes from the excellent menu.

There is also a spacious SPA area with Jacuzzi, sauna, Turkish baths, thermal showers and a covered 15 meter long pool. An 80 m2 gym contains the most modern sports equipment.

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72/3 • 6380 • 6049 • 5599

July & August Special Offers 2 GF + Buggy: 70 euros 1 GF: 32 euros A very special golfing experience in Granada

Please contact the course for details of our special offers and membership rates.

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Further afield Spain > Cádiz

Cádiz

Text courtesy of the Patronato Provincial de Turismo, Diputacíon de Cádiz. To find out more visit: www.CadizTurismo.com

History, Art & Culture

The province of Cadiz is the southernmost of the Iberian Peninsula . It has a perimeter of 586 Km, 260 of which are coastline. It has a surface area of 7,385 Km, divided up into 44 municipal areas. Its population totals just over one million, with the density being just over the national average.

The province played an important role in the discovery and colonization of America during the 15th century. Christopher Columbus and other famous sailors set sail from these ports on their voyages to the New Continent.

The 18th century, Cadiz’s “Golden Century” was dominated by the growth of overseas trade, giving the city its cosmopolitan character and introducing new liberal ideas and opening the door for democracy which came to fruition with the drafting of the constitution in 1812.

The province of Cadiz is an exceptional and unique area, whose qualities will delight those people seeking tourism that reflects true cultural, festive and ecological values, together with the authentic and essentially Andalusian customs and monuments.

Cadiz has an ancient history. The Tarshish and Phoenicians visited these lands more than three thousand years ago. It was here that they built the old ”Gadir” (Cadiz ) around 1,100 B.C., making it the oldest capital in the West. The Romans and the Visigoths also left their marks here. After 711, it was ruled by the Muslims until Alfonso X “The Wise” reconquered it in the middle of the 13th century and it became part of the Kingdom of Castilla.

Many cultures have left their mark throughout Cadiz ‘s long history. Examples of this are the “Tajo de las Figuras” cave paintings in Benalup; two Phoenician sarcophagus es currently in Cadiz ‘s Museum; the Roman remains of “Baelo Claudia” at Tarifa, and the “Carteia” at San Roque. The province has over 30 castles and fortresses, many of which are in a good state of repair.

In the field of religious art, the province also boasts an extraordinary collection of monuments. Good examples of this are the Cartuja in Jerez or the cathedrals of Cadiz and Jerez. As far as paintings are concerned, examples of works by El Greco, Murillo, Zurbarán and Goya can be found in many of the province’s churches and museums.

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Arcos Gardens Ctra. Algar, Km.3. 11630 Arcos de la Frontera, (Cádiz) Tel.: (+34) 956 704 201 Fax: (+34) 956 717 932 golf@arcosgardens.com www.arcosgardens.com A. How to Find

Arcos Gardens

Gibraltar Airport – 117 Km Malaga Airport- 166 Km Take A7 direction Algeciras. Exit Los Barrios (A381). Exit Arcos de la Frontera (A382). Follow approx 22 km.

Exit Arcos and follow signs to golf club.

Jerez Airport – 37 Km Sevilla Airport – 87 Km Follow signs to Cadiz to AP4.

Follow approx 70 km. Exit Jerez de la Frontera. Follow signs to Arcos (A382). Follow approx 22 km. Exit Arcos and follow signs to golf club.

Facilities Clubhouse with Restaurant, Bar, Day Spa & treatment rooms, Elite practice facilities, championship golf course.

Requirements Handicap Limit: Men 28, Ladies 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6750 • 6279 • 5781 • 5265 • 4756

Surrounded by a vast array of wildlife and plants, with views across the countryside to surrounding lakes and the cliff-top town of Arcos de la Frontera, a round of golf at Arcos Gardens is a true pleasure for all players.

World-class Academy & Practise Facilities Complementing the course are some of the finest practice facilities in Europe. Developed in association with Simon Holmes and the Swedish Golf Federation, facilities include a driving range with fifteen target greens, chipping bunkers, and four large practise greens with either Bent grass or Bermuda grass.

In addition, the most technologically advanced golf analysis equipment helps players improve their game.

Designed by Landmark, creators of PGA West, Palm Beach Polo and the Ocean Course at Kiawah Island the Arcos Gardens Golf Course has been developed as a challenge to professionals, whilst providing an enjoyable experience for amateurs.

With five - six tees on every hole, strategically located bunkers and lakes, the course creates a variety of challenges for players with wide fairways, yet still manages to place a premium on accuracy.

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Benalup Golf & Country Club Calle La Torre s/n, 11190 Benalup-Casas Viejas Tel.: (+34) 956 42 49 28 Fax: (+34) 956 42 49 29 info@benalupgolf.com www.benalupgolf.com B. How to Find

Benalup

Gibraltar Airport – 64 km Malaga Airport – 176 km Take A7 direction Algeciras. At traffic lights Guadacorte continue direction Jerez de la Frontera - A381 Los Barrios – Jerez de la Frontera.

After 30 km continue to Benalup.

Jerez Airport – 53 km Sevilla Airport – 146 km Take A4 – Sevilla – Cádiz. Jerez direction Los Barrios A-381.

Exit Medina Sidonia -- >A393 direction Benalup Benalup Golf is situated in a unique environment with stunning views over the “La Janda” valley and the “Los Alcornocales” natural park. Playing golf has to be a pleasure, exclusive but still affordable, with respect for etiquette.

Therefore Benalup take a very limited number of players per day in a pleasant atmosphere on a course where nothing is left to chance.

The Par 73 Benalup Golf Course, which includes five par 5’s, is the result of the collaboration between several professionals, designed by the architect Baron Paul Rolin, a former partner of Robert Tend Jones.

The result is a natural yet very technical

course , which offers great variety. Benalup provide a unique all-inclusive green fee, which includes breakfast, on course refreshments, a 3-course lunch and drinks.

The 6104m natural course with various lakes is a real challenge for all types of players. The lower handicaps will certainly enjoy the technical challenge whilst playing from the back tees.

The greens are large and on some holes quite undulated. The course can be qualified as flat, with abundant trees and water hazards integrated in the course’s design play an important role in the game’s strategy.

Facilities Club House with restaurant and bar with breathtaking views, golf shop, cloakrooms, driving range both on natural and artificial grass, putting and pitching green, caddy master and club storage.

Ivar Hauksson Golf School Qualified PGA Professional Tel.: (+34) 606 743 181 Ivar.pga.pro@gmail.com Requirements Handicap Limit: 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 73 • 6104 • 5702 • 5016

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Montenmedio Golf & Country Club Ctra.N-340 E-5, Km. 42.5 11150 Vejer de la Frontera - Barbate (Cádiz) Tel.: (+34) 956 451 216 Fax: (+34) 956 451 295 info@montenmedio.es www.montenmedio.es C. How to Find

Montenmedio

From Jerez (approx 45 mins) From Jerez Airport follow the “Salida” signs and then pick up signs towards the A4/E5 motorway and Cadiz.

At Junction 668 follow Chiclana and Algeciras onto the NIV road.

Continue on the NIV as it turns into the N340 for approximately 39km following signs for Algeciras and Vejer de la Frontera. After you pass turnings for Vejer and Barbate continue on the N340 for approx 4km. Montenmedio is on the right.

The Montenmedio golf course (6.260 meters, 18 holes and par 72) is different from all other Spanish courses. Not a single building affects its fairways and greens.

It is surrounded by forests of wild olive, cork oak and pine trees and has impressive views of the Atlantic, the white villages such as Vejer de la Frontera, Benalup and Medina, and also of the African coast of Tangiers and Espartel.

Playing its 18 holes is always fun and surprising: deer, rabbits, ducks and other animals accompany the player along his gentle round.

The club house is designed in neoclassic

Andalusia style with Asian influences and subtle furnishings and offers excellent golf services.

Signature Holes Spread over the softly rolling Dehesa hills and set amongst many century old trees, with sweeping, generous fairways flanked by a variety of flourishing, indigenous trees.

The long, 550m 12th is a model par-5 hole, this very gently undulating terrain presents memorable golf-course scenery.

Four par-5 holes are long and complicated by doglegs; most holes are par-4 and a few piquant par-3s complete what is overall a very interesting course.

Facilities Buggies, Electric trolleys, Clubhouse with Bar & Restaurant, Pro Shop, Golf School, Driving Range, Chipping & Putting areas, Changing Rooms, Club Rental Requirements Handicap Limit: 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information 18 holes, Par 72 • 6260

Ctra. Nacional 340 km. 42.5 11150 Vejer de la Frontera - Barbate (Cádiz) SPAIN Telephone: (+34) 956 451 216 · Fax: (+34) 956 451 295 · www.montenmedio.es

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Novo Sancti Petri

Club de Golf Novo Sancti Petri Urb. Novo Sancti Petri, Casa Club Playa de la Barrosa 11130 Chiclana. Cádiz Tel.: (+34) 956 494 005 Fax: (+34) 956 494 350 info@golf-novosancti.es www.golf-novosancti.es D. How to Find Jerez Airport - 60 Km Sevilla Airport - 140 Km Gibraltar Airport - 120 Km Malaga Airport - 240 Km From La Barrosa/Chiclana.

On the 1st & 2nd roundabouts follow the signs to Playa La Barrosa. On the 3rd roundabout take the third road towards playa/hoteles. Go on until the next roundabout taking the first road (slightly right). On the next two roundabouts continue straight ahead.

Shortly after the second one, you should see the golf course on your left.

Facilities Driving range, Chipping & Putting greens, Clubhouse, Restaurants, PGA Golf Academy Novo Sancti Petri

Requirements Handicap Limit: 36 Soft spikes only

Course Information Course A: 18 holes, Par 72 • 6476 • 6097 • 5482 • 5206 Course B: 18 holes, Par 72 • 6071 • 5846 • 5427 • 5185 Course C: 18 holes, Par 72 • 5720 • 5540 • 5190 • 5046

Novo Sancti Petri is an inviting 54 hole golf resort situated on the coast by La Barrosa beach. Thanks to its mild climate, the area has become an ideal all year round holiday destination for sports lovers, especially golfers.

The 3 golf courses are set in an area of 170 hectares surrounded by an attractive resort.

Numerous water hazards, pine, cork and olive trees, juniper and carob bushes, greens heavily guarded with bunkers, and the Atlantic sea breeze all combine to ensure your game will be both challenging and enjoyable.

The two 18 hole golf courses (A & B) “Novo Sancti Petri” were designed by world famous Spanish golf professional Severiano Ballesteros,

whilst “Campano”, situated 8 km from the beach was designed by internationally renowned golf architect Bryan Griffiths.

Course A: “Mar-Pinos” is made up of four Par 3´s, 10 Par 4´s and 4 Par 5´s. The first 9 have wide fairways & 3 water hazards. The second 9 are set in amongst the pine trees.

Course B: “Centro” is made up of six Par 3´s, six Par 4´s and six Par 5´s. The first 9 holes are flat, with a lake between holes 5, 8 and 9.

Course C: “Campano”. The first 9 holes are Parkland style, requiring long and straight shots. The back nine has three large lakes and large undulating greens.

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Property

The secret is out!

Or at least so it seems to some

With doom and gloom around every corner it’s refreshing to hear some positive news coming out of Los Arqueros Estates and their on site real estate business in Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club. On the Costa del Sol we meet lots of people involved in the property market but none as positive as Ian Cooper, Managing Director of Los Arqueros Estates.

“We are finding great deals right now in Los Arqueros. UK vendors are cashing in their property and taking advantage of the weak pound and this is driving sales. At the same time, buyers who have been sitting on the fence are now pushing the button to buy.”

So apparently confidence is back, we asked Ian who is buying? “As Los Arqueros was first developed by a Swedish company it has always been popular with Swedish clients and still is.

Taylor Woodrow’s involvement over the past 14 years has meant the UK market has also been strong here and now we have seen a number of Dutch and Russian clients buying recently.”

And why? “Well that’s easy, excellent all round value. A community which is consolidated, safe, well established and 100% legal.”

Anyone not familiar with Los Arqueros Golf & Country Club in Benahavis are in for a pleasant surprise. Firstly its location is amazing, offering stunning sea views towards the Mediterranean, with a backdrop of La Zagaleta and Sierra Bermeja and all just a few minutes away from the beach, Marbella and Puerto Banus.

It not all about Seve Ballesteros’ 18-hole golf course either. As Ian points out, “a short drive away is the white village of Benahavis named the gastronomic corner of Andalucia with dozens of great restaurants. Added to this you can find a host of other sports activities and professional instruction all on site.”

Ian has chosen to specialize in selling properties in Los Arqueros Golf and Country Club, with his properties ranging in price from €189.000

to just over €3.95 million. This allows a wide range of people the opportunity to experience a fabulous lifestyle and to enjoy all the facilities this development has to offer.

For more information contact Ian at Los Arqueros Estates on 669 430 252 / 952 764 067 or email info@losarquerosesates.com

Apartments for sale La Torre, Los Arqueros

Bedrooms: 2 · Bathrooms: 2 Private Garden · South Facing Underground parking · Hot & Cold air conditioning

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€199,000

La Torre is a gated community consisting of three phases of apartments and penthouses, each just three storeys in height. Surrounded by landscaped tropical gardens, La Torre boasts 4 swimming pools and sea views over the golf course, lake, and pools. High quality specifications feature throughout with cream marble floors, fully fitted designer kitchen, hot & cold A/C, underground car parking and lift access.

Holiday Letting

Bedrooms: 2 · Bathrooms: 2 Beautiful golf views · Quiet pool area Modern furnishings · Hot & Cold air conditioning

Los Torre, Los Arqueros

Reference: 528

from €499/week

Located in a quiet area with beautiful stunning views this 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment comfortably caters for 4 adults. Fully equipped with Hot & Cold air conditioning throughout, modern furnishings and a terrace which receives the sun throughout most of the day this apartment provides the perfect base for a relaxing break. This apartment also has underground parking.

Holiday Letting

Property Sales

Phillipa Stephenson

Ian Cooper

Holiday Letting +34 647 289 938 Property Sales +34 669 430 252 info@losarquerosestates.com www.losarquerosestates.com

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