GOLFING ON THE WEST COAST OF ANDALUCIA

In the West Coast of Andalucia golfing is a must. There are courses to suit everyone's needs, from the professionals, down to the new comers.

The architecture and design of several of the regions courses were elaborated by none other than renowned golf greats including Seve Ballesteros, José María Olazabal, Gary Player and Jack Nicklaus, so expect the best.

The outstanding views of the Atlantic and the stunning nature reserves; amazing landscapes and the second to none Year-round sunshine makes for an unforgettable golfing experience.

There are currently 6 new courses being constructed in the region so there’s no time like the present for investment.

Islantilla Golf Course

• 27 holes of guaranteed excitement!
• Inaugurated in 1992 and has become one of the best known Spanish Golf courses
• Voted among the top 100 courses in Europe
• Outstanding scenery with amazing sea views
• Careful planning of its Pencross greens and Agrostis fairways provide the course with an unusual but interesting design

Islacanela Golf Course

• Holes:18  Yards:6833  Par:72
• Situated alongside the Portuguese border and within a nature reserve
• Flatter course makes for easy walking
• Wide fairways surrounded by natural dunes
• Splendid variety of trees - oranges, olives, eucalyptus and palm trees provide natural hazards.

This course looks easy but then again, looks can be deceiving.

El Rompido Golf Course

• Holes:36(18+18) Yards:6850  Par:72
• Surrounded by pine and orange trees
• Spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean
• No buildings in site

Las Minas Golf Club

• Situated at the very gate of Europe's greatest nature paradise 'Doñana'
• Designed by Antonio Garcia Garrido
• Only 9 holes and now currently being enlarged to 27
• Wide greens with a modern wavy design
• 4 strategically-located lakes influencing play on several holes

Dunas de Doñana Golf Club

• Holes:18  Yards:6950  Par:71
• Located alongside Doñana natural reserve
• Great clubhouse
• Renowned island green

Nuevo Portil Golf Club

• Holes:18  Yards:5988  Par:71
• Wide fairways, gentle greens and amazing views across the natural park 'Del Piedras' and 'Flecha Del Rompido'
• New course

GOLFING ON THE ALGARVE

On crossing the Spanish boarder into Portugal you'll find some great golfing destinations on the East Algarve. Here are the West Coast Teams suggestions:

Benamor Golf Course

• Holes:18  Yards:6017  Par:71
• Only 20mins from Spain
• Clubhouse designed by Henry Cotton
• Great views of Atlantic Ocean

 Quinta Da Ria Golf Course

• Holes:18  Yards:6517  Par:72
• Only 20mins from Spain
• Incredibly beautiful golf course that has become increasingly popular
• Designed by William Roquemore Jr.

Quinta Da Cima Golf Course

• Holes:18  Yards:6950  Par:72
• Designed by William Roquemore Jr.
• Located within the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve
• Great mountain and sea views - no buildings in sight
• Doglegs and greens are protected by bunkers and lakes
• No buildings in site

Quinta Da Lago (North & South)

• 2 beautiful 18 hole courses
• Staged Portuguese Open on numerous occasions
• Enjoyable experience for players of all standards