June 27, 2008

Golf weekend break Alicante

Alicante is located in Spain and all who visit are amazed by the local splendour and overall beauty of the country. The local history is of great interest and the realm is a Mediterranean port with much to offer to its visitors. There is an estimated population of approximately 800,000 people and it ranks as the eighth-largest metropolitan area of Spain.

The local economy is based upon local tourism from beaches such as the infamous Costa Blanca coast. During the summer solstice, the most celebrated festival – Bonfires of Saint John is enjoyed. This festival involves local people congregating to build bonfires from old wood, enjoying the fires whilst drinking hot chocolate. It is a tradition for teenagers and children to jump over the fires in turn!

Alicante offers a great nightlife, enjoyed all year around, by many holidaymakers, high-spirited locals and students from the local University of Alicante. Since the weather is so good all year around, nights here are easy and care free. Food and drink are easily accessible with many bars, cafés, taverns, cervecerias and pizza joints laden with individual characteristics and charms.

Walking down the warm sandy streets, you will be greeted with smiles from the locals and the sound of music from Jazz, Salsa and traditional sevillanas right through to good old british rock.

The country boasts many versatile shops and is great for enthusiastic shoppers. With great bargains to be found, authentic handcrafted goods, bags, footwear and clothes.

The City offers an extensive range of sports facilities. Football, volleyball, basketball, tennis, shooting, horse riding, swimming pools and gyms are just some of the sports to revel in. Golf is also highly adored here, Hesperia Alicante Golf & Spa is one package we offer which provides you with a prestigious golf course and spa landscaped by attractive gardens and lakes.

The overall culture in Alicante is diverse and friendly, and the local people always welcome tourists affectionately. For further information on booking a great golf break to Alicante, please see the inside pages.

June 27th 2008 Posted to European locations

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June 24, 2008

Golf weekend break Malaga

Imagine soaking up the sun and enjoying a relaxing game of your favourite sport – Golf. We provide you with Golf weekend breaks in some of the most beautiful countries abroad.

Malaga is a port city in Andalusia, southern Spain on the Costa Del Sol coast of the Mediterranean. It has an estimated population of 561,250 and is the fifth largest metropolitan area in Spain.

The city is a popular tourist destination, as many come to visit the birthplace of the famous painter - Pablo Picasso. With beautiful weather all year around and much culture to appreciate, Malaga is a perfect place for short breaks as well as long holidays.

The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort is one of the accommodations we offer, with the modern resort including 27 golf holes and its own golf academy located minutes away from the luxurious beach. Other accommodations that we provide include Atalaya Park Golf Hotel and Resort, Caledonia Golf Resort & Spa, Hotel Villa Padierna (Golf & Spa), Marbella Club Hotel – Golf Resort & Spa,The Westin La Quinta Golf Resort, Hotel Antequera Golf, Alhaurin Golf
La Cala Resort,Don Carlos Leisure Resort and SPA, Gran Hotel Elba Estepona Thalasso & Spa, Sentidos at Rio Real and La Cala Resort . You can find further information on these hotels in the inside pages.

A great place to visit in Malaga is Gibralfaro castle that can be reached by foot offering extensive views of the city. A great monument to take a look at is the Baroque Cathedral also known as ‘La Manquita’. Malaga centre is great for the avid shopper with an array of shops and market. The centre also has a line of great cafes and bars. Festivals held in Malaga include the International Jazz festival in November and the Film Festival held in early March.

Sightseeing is highly respected in the City with an official Malaga tour bus with a tour of an hour and a half and a free voucher for the well-kept botanical gardens.

The Nightlife in Malaga is one to be experienced, which also features an Irish bar! Jazz is greatly loved and there is always a congregation of live Jazz played throughout the streets from buskers or real professionals.

Malaga is set to receive the title of European capital of culture in 2016. This means that redevelopment work and improvements will be taking place over the next decade to achieve this goal.

Malaga is a country that is sure to be loved by all ages and the packages we offer are some of the best you will find online.

June 24th 2008 Posted to European locations

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June 20, 2008

Golf weekend break Suffolk

Suffolk is a non-metropolitan country located in the East of England. It boasts miles of unspoilt coastline, a relaxed countryside and enchanting towns and villages. There is so much to do here; the Golf breaks here are some of the best in Britain.

Whilst visiting Suffolk you may wish to visit one of their twelve historic sites and castle abbeys. This country is also great for avid walkers, cyclists and horse riders.

Suffolk also comprises of eleven windmill sites and many animals farms and situates.

June 20th 2008 Posted to United Kingdom

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June 16, 2008

Golf weekend break Surrey

United Kingdom
The UK is renowned for its splendid golf destinations, and there are hundreds located all around Great Britain and Ireland.

Surrey

Surrey homes an array of Golf courses like Selsdon Park & Golf club. The country is located in the South East of Britain and has a population of approximately 1.1 million. The country is divided into 11 boroughs and districts and most are run by the newly elected Conservative party.Surrey is a beautiful country and encompasses a good deal of mature woodland. It is classed as the most wooded country in Great Britain making it a great location for avid golfers. It is a prosperous county with a service-based economy closely tied to that of London.
This country is also distinguished for its comprehensive secondary education system. Although Surrey is recognized for its Golf, football is the main sport that derives from here with numerous successful football teams.

Surrey has many great places of interest to visit including Box Hill just north of Dorking and the devils punch bowl at Hindhead. If you enjoy canals, why not visit it’s canal visitor centre, with narrow boat rides and walks. Their Birdworld attraction has over two hundred different species of birds and animals with picnic and play areas throughout. Not to mention its interesting museums and Art scene.

Accommodation in Surrey is widely available. As mentioned before Selsdon Park & Golf Club is a country manor that we highly recommend for a great stay and a prime golf location. The Couldson Manor is also another hotel we offer along with Foxhills club and Resort. Our Golf packages include accommodation on site at the clubs giving you more time to play the sport you love and interact with other Golfing fans.

June 16th 2008 Posted to United Kingdom

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