subject: Golf In The South Of Spain [print this page] Andaluca has many attractive features for tourist. There are several reasons why millions of tourists land at Malaga Airport each year. Of course most make the Costa del Sol their prime destination for the miles of beaches situated on the Mediterranean coast line. Another reason many come to the south of Spain is for some of the worlds best golf courses.
On the Costa del Sol, golfers can enjoy the perfect climate for their favourite sport. Even during the winter months, where back home most get either soaked in rain or snow; the Costa del Sol offers plenty of sunshine and very little interruption from stormy weather.
But, probably the biggest and best reasons to golf on the Costa del Sol, has to be the cost. Golf lovers at any level can enjoy professionally designed courses with breath taking greenery and views for incredibly cheap rates. Even in Marbella or Puerto Banus, also known as the Golden Mile you can find courses that fit your budget. The following is a quick review of some incredible courses found between Marbella and Estepona.
Golf Valley
Situated behind Puerto Banus is Nueva Andaluca; an exquisite location where you can play at Las Brisas Golf Course, Los Naranois and Dama de Noche just to name a few. What makes this location so unique is you can play at night thanks to artificial lighting.
Marbella has plenty to offer Golf players with courses nestled near the sea. About 1 km from the centre of Marbella you will find El Parasio, a course designed by the legendary Gary Player back in 1973. If you choose to golf at El Parasion, you will find yourself on one of the most established courses on the Costa del Sol. The course itself is set in the peaceful valley of El Parasio, with the La Concha Mountains to the North and the beautiful Mediterranean Sea to the south.
Travel just a bit further to Estepona and here you will find Atalaya Golf, which was designed by Bernhard von Limburger and Paul Krings. It is considered a classic on the Costa del Sol. This is one of the few courses you will find on the coast with a fun atmosphere and two 18-hole courses.
Atalaya has generous fairways that are lined with pine and eucalyptus trees. Although essentially a members club, Atalaya is open to the public as well. Its a great place to book your entire vacation around as it is a four star Golf Hotel and Resort. Even the family can enjoy a variety of different sports free of charge, 3 restaurants, 2 bars and 6 swimming pools including 3 for children.
Choosing the Costa del Sol as your major golf destination you can be assured plenty of services willing and ready to get you where you need to go. For example, Golf transfer packages can be quickly booked online. This also includes Airport transfer from Malaga International Airport.
With so much to see and do in the South of Spain, you will quickly discover for yourself why its visited by millions each year.
