Desert Springs( Indiana)
La Envia
UGOLF Marina Golf Mojacar
Aguilon
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Marina Golf Mojacar
Desert Springs( Indiana)
Inspired by the famous desert courses of Arizona and California, the Par-72 6159 metre Indiana course is the first desert course in Europe, built to full USGA specifications. It presents unforgettable views which are framed by landmark mountain ranges and immaculate fairways, which are set amongst massive rocky outcrops, arroyos and dry rivers. The vivid contrast of the“ desert springs” and the green fairways with the arid landscape of cactus, rock and flowering desert, is stunning at all times of year. Over 600,000 cacti and other desert plants grow progressively in dense areas, culminating in the dreaded“ spiked lies”, so the course is both demanding and exhilarating. It offers a variety of shot making challenges to test the skill level of every player, and has hosted national and international events.
La Envia
La Envía is the most recent 18 hole course to open in the province of Almería. It is located between El Parador and Enix, very close to the Almería-Adra highway. The layout has been designed for players who want to enjoy a pleasant round of golf rather than one fraught with difficulty and complications. It is not too long and there is no rough. However some holes do offer up more of a challenge, for example the 9th, a par four of 377 metres, and the 365 metre 14th amongst others. The par five 4th hole, at first sight, appears straightforward and two shots should be enough to reach the approach however a brilliant third is needed if a birdie is to be secured as the green has been designed in the shape of a volcano. The 17th and 18th greens are also tricky.
UGOLF Marina Golf Mojacar
Located 1hr from Murcia and Almeria Airports by motorway, a short 5mins from famous town centre of Mojacar, the course is set in a scenic location and known as one of the most attractive golf courses in the area. It was designed by Ramón Espinosa, whose philosophy was to combine the flat areas with the most mountainous lands in a relatively small space. 9-holes are played close to the beach, while the remaining 9-holes can be played through higher mountainous grounds with stunning views. Located inside a residential area with hotels nearby, its boasts a sea breeze, wild beaches and inlets, port and piers, natural parks, a lovely countryside. Hotel & Golf packages are available through the website.
Aguilon
Opened in 2008, Aguilón Golf is a unique golf course internationally acclaimed as“ The Best Desert Course in Europe”. Designed by Stirling & Martin Golf Course Architects, Aguilón Golf is a spectacular design and out of the ordinary with more than 100 bunkers, 6 lakes and a large number of natural ravines that together make playing in this course an unforgettable experience. The integration into the natural topography and Sierra Aguilón mountains towering over you makes a game here quite breathtaking. Not least, eye catching views of the Bay of Pulpí make a perfect setting for this beautiful golf course.
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