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La Manga South
ALICANTE · SPAIN
VILLAITANA GOLF RESORT
This resort near Alicante features two Jack Nicklausdesigned courses overlooking the Mediterranean coastline. The Levante course is the championship layout, with wide fairways, lakes and dramatic elevation changes inspired by famous American stadium courses. The Poniente course provides a shorter but technical challenge. Accommodation is offered through the expansive Melia Villaitana resort, styled as a Mediterranean village with colourful plazas and terraces. Facilities include multiple swimming pools, spa and wellness centres, restaurants and sports facilities. The resort’ s sunny climate, excellent practice areas and luxury accommodation make Villaitana one of the Costa Blanca’ s most complete golf holiday destinations.
ALMERIA · SPAIN
DESERT SPRINGS
Desert Springs is Europe’ s first true desert golf resort, inspired by the famous layouts of Arizona and California. Located in the arid landscape of Almería, the Indiana Course features dramatic rock formations, dry riverbeds and carefully maintained fairways contrasting with the surrounding desert terrain. Designed by Peter McEvoy, the course offers a unique visual experience in Europe. Accommodation ranges from luxury villas and apartments to lodge-style suites overlooking the course. Facilities include swimming pools, a private beach club, restaurants and extensive sports amenities. Desert Springs combines distinctive golf with warm year-round weather, making it especially attractive during winter months.
MURCIA · SPAIN
LA MANGA CLUB
La Manga Club is one of Europe’ s most famous golf resorts, offering three championship courses alongside extensive sports and leisure facilities. The South Course, redesigned by Arnold Palmer, has hosted numerous professional tournaments, while the North and West courses provide contrasting challenges. Accommodation includes luxury hotel rooms, villas and apartments throughout the expansive resort. Facilities feature tennis academies, football training centres, spas, pools and multiple restaurants. La Manga’ s scale, variety and sunny climate have made it a longstanding favourite for golfers, sports teams and families visiting Spain’ s Murcia region.
ÖLAND · SWEDEN
EKERUM RESORT
Ekerum Resort on the Swedish island of Öland offers two contrasting courses surrounded by coastal scenery and nature reserves. The Långe Erik course provides a more open links-inspired challenge, while Långe Jan winds through parkland and woodland terrain. Accommodation includes modern hotel rooms, cottages and apartments suitable for golf groups and families. Facilities feature wellness services, swimming pools, restaurants and outdoor recreation opportunities. Ekerum’ s relaxed atmosphere, scenic island setting and long Scandinavian summer days make it a popular golf destination in Sweden.
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