SPAIN . . . Mediterranean Paradise

Spain is a land of striking contrasts and endless varieties—bullfights, bodegas, flamenco guitars, seaside cafes, picturesque villages, COSMOPOLITAN MADRID, the fabled city of Granada with its Arabian Nights palace — Alhambra, and the list goes on. . . NOW it is also known as the mecca for golfers — with dozens of championship courses and not difficult to understand why SPAIN  is a golfers paradise.  Start with Andalusia and the COSTA DEL GOLF.  Don’t forget the beautiful island of MARVELOUS MALLORCA or Catalonia and BEAUTIFUL BARCELONA.

COSTA DEL GOLF
(6 Nights)

Day 1 — Arrive in Malaga, gateway to the Costa del Sol. Drive the short distance to the Marbella area, time to relax and enjoy your new setting.

Day 2 — Golf today at Nueva Andalucia — choose between the two championship courses designed by Robert Trent Jones. Las Brisas, with water in play on 14 holes you definitely have little room for error! Los Naranjos is a monster and a challenge you will not soon forget.

Day 3 — A drive into the hills to Mijas and the two courses, Los Olivos and Las Aves. Take your pick, there is plenty of water and vast sand bunkers with wide fairways, making play enjoyable for all skills.

Day 4 — Drive westward to Sotogrande where you will find two championship courses; Sotogrande GC and Valderama GC certainly two of the most memorable on the Mediterranean coast of Spain.

A short distance from Sotogrande you will find Gibralter. Take time to visit “the Rock” where you can see WWII remnants.

Day 5 — Take the day and enjoy an excursion to Granada where the Moorish influence is so easily seen. The fabulous Alhambra will fascinate you with its intricate artwork.

Day 6 — Your venue today will be Torrequebrada, considered by most to be one of the finest on the Costa del Sol. This course, designed by five-time Spanish amateur champion Pepe Gancedo, is tough and will take all the talent you have to win!

Day 7 — Time to leave this golfer’s dream!

EXTENSIONS

COSMOPOLITAN MADRID
(2 Nights)

MADRID, the majestic capital of Spain. Home to the masterpieces at the Prado Museum, world capital of bullfighting and the scene of Spain’s most dazzling flamenco dancing, and much more!

Day 1 — Arrive in Madrid, capital of Spain. You will be met and transferred to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure.

Day 2 — Enjoy a half-day panoramic sightseeing tour of Madrid. The balance of the day free to further explore the exciting sights, or go shopping!

Day 3 — Time to depart for your onward flight.

MARVELOUS MALLORCA
(3 Nights)

MALLORCA, largest of the Baleares Islands offers everything you could desire. Here you find each ancient culture and religion leaving a distinct influence on the architecture, music and character of the islanders. Today the crystal-clear waters, rugged mountains, ancient villages and imposing castle contrast with the modern and sophisticated tourist resorts.

Day 1 — Arrive in Palma, capital of Mallorca, where you will be met and either transferred to your hotel or assisted with your rental car. The balance of the day at leisure.

Day 2 — Golf has exploded on the island with many challenging courses — Son Vida GC. Although not very long was designed by Fred Hawtree, one of the great golf course architects, and is a favorite with everyone.

Day 3 — You are free to explore this beautiful island on your own, shop or take on another game of golf!  Try Alcanada GC, Son Gual GC, Capdepera GC and many more!

Day 4 — Time to depart for your onward flight.

BEAUTIFUL BARCELONA
(4 Nights)

BARCELONA, host of the 1992 Olympics, is the historical capital of Catalonia. The city is exceptionally beautiful with an impressive architectural heritage that includes the Gothic Quarter, Gaudi’ s unfinished Church of the Sacred Family not to mention excellent golf!

Day 1 — Arrive in Barcelona where you will have the balance of the day at leisure.

Day 2 — There are many courses in the Barcelona area to play— maybe today you will golf on the Sant Cugat GC, oldest in Catalonia. Built by British enthusiasts in 1914 the natural hazards, and narrow fairways will have you mustering up all the technical skill you have to win.

Day 3 — Free day to explore this exciting city.

Day 4 — A second round of golf is available to play, maybe it will be on the Reial El Prat GC, one of the best established golf links in Catalonia. The ground is flat and the 36 holes can be combined into 4 varied rounds amid pine woods and water hazards. A day you will surely enjoy.

Day 5 — Time to depart . . .

Courses shown are suggested, if your choice is not shown we can substitute or add it. Additional nights can be added to play more golf or sightsee.

PORTUGAL – Land of Sunshine

Portugal offers not only the excitement of a vacation abroad, but also the hospitality of a warm and gracious people.  From the cooler northern region to the Algarve in the south, lush with olive and almond trees, you will be rewarded with breathtaking scenery and challenging golf.  Check out the BEST OF PORTUGAL.  Extend your trip and travel to Portugal’s EXOTIC MADEIRA with lush greenery, and majestic cliffs, or THE AZORES thought to be the lost continent of Atlantis!

BEST OF PORTUGAL (7 nights)

Day 1  Arrive in Lisbon, capital of Portugal, a beautiful city, once the center of a powerful empire.  Cathedrals, museums, broad boulevards with outdoor cafes add to it attraction.

Day 2  Golf today on the Estoril GC, Portugal’s oldest course.  Although not long, the layout is fairly tight.  Wild flowers abound in the rough, and attires you feel you are in large garden.

Day 3  This morning a round at Quinta da Marina GC, located on the Estoril Coast set in a pine forest overlooking the Atlantic.  Or play on the Pehna Longa Atlantico Course, set in the hills near Sinatra, a tough golfing challenge in a beautiful and historic setting.

Day 4  Depart Lisbon and drive south to the Algarve.  Take your time and sightsee along the way.

Day 5  Vilamoura I is your venue today.  Designed by Frank Pennink in the English style it is set among hundreds of pines.  Lush fairways and well-kept greens make this a pleasure to play.

Day 6   Vale do Lobo GC, designed by Henry Cotton, is yours to tackle.  There are 27 holes divided into three nines, providing everyone with a challenging day of golf.

Day 7   Today play Quinta do Lago GC with 36 holes meandering through a pine forest, creating a golfing paradise.  Broad fairways of lush Bermuda grass deceive you from tee to green, although a ball is rarely lost.

Day 8   Unfortunately time to depart enjoy one of the extensions.

EXTENSIONS

THE AZORES  (3 nights)
The Azores is an archipelago of nine green, mysterious volcanic islands that lie in the middle of the Atlantic.  Marvel at their beauty and slower pace of life to be found in what seems like a time warp.  Add some exciting golf and you have the recipe for a great vacation!

Day 1  Arrive n Ponta Delgado, capital of Sao Miguel the largest island.  You will be assisted with your rental car or transferred to your hotel.

Day 2   Golf today on Achada das Furnas GC, designed by the famous Scottish architect Makenzie Ross.  With a perfect blend of classical and modern design the course offers a pleasant round in natural surroundings of great beauty.

Take time to explore the island by car or bike!  The most spectacular sight in the Azores is the 10-mile round crater of an extinct volcano that cradles five lakes.

Day 3   Free day to explore or spend a couple days on the picturesque island of Terceira said to be part of the legendary lost continent of Atlantis.  Terceira GC opened in 1957 and has been a regular venue for top events.  You will find lakes that cut into the fairways, small wood bridges and a pretty windmill to navigate pass!  Worth spending a little more time to experience.

Day 4  Time to depart….

EXOTIC MADEIRA  (3 Nights)
The Island of Madeira is located about 500 miles from the mainland of Portugal and a golfer’s paradise.  The lush greenery, majestic cliffs, dazzling flowers and moderate year-round climate are just part of the reason Madeira is fast becoming a premier golf destination.

Day 1  Arrive in Funchal.  Where you will be met and transferred or assisted with your rental car.

Day 2   Golf today on the Palheiro GC, considered one of Europe’s most beautiful courses.  Overlooking Funchal, the course is compact and dramatic.  A challenge for both the expert and resort golfer.

Take time to explore more of this spectacular island; you might want to ‘toboggan’ to Funchal from nearby villages or visit the Corral da Freitas, the floor of an extinct crater.

Day 3  Golf on Madeira GC, situated 1500 feet above sea level with fantastic panoramic views of the ocean.  Robert Trent Jones designed this, one of Europe’s fabulous mountain golf courses.  Although not a long course the wind makes it a tricky one, a game you are sure to enjoy.

Day 4  Time to depart…

NOTE:  Courses shown are suggested, if your choice is not shown we can substitute or add it.  Additional nights can be added to play more golf or sightsee.