Golf in Spain has Never been Such Good Value

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009 | | No Comments

Green-fees on the Costa del Sol’s golf courses continue to fall as golf clubs react to the economic realities.

Our only wish is that they had listened to us, the tour operator over the last few years when we encouraged them to stop hiking prices.

Los Naranjos now has a €65 green-fee and is giving a €10 voucher for spending in the Bar / Restaurant which means the round of golf is really costing €55. A year ago the same round was €85.

This is a typical example of the great value now available on the Costa del Sol.

For the summer they have introduced a special offer of €115 for 2 players and a buggy.

You heard it First From Golf Experience – No Cars for Rent at Malaga Airport this Summer!

This summer will see a major shortage of cars for rent at Malaga Airport. This is an ironic result of the credit crunch. All the major car-hire companies relied in the past, on renewing their fleets on a buy and sell back arrangement with the car manufactures. After six months the manufactures bought the cars back and sold them on.

However, this is no longer happening and the car-rental companies consequently will have much reduced fleets this summer as they can not finance outright the purchase of new fleets. Already at Easter there was a huge shortage so, be warned.

If you are planning a visit during the summer let us book your car now with Espacar who offer the best Value / Service on the Costa. No hidden extras, no waiting at Malaga Airport, no rip-off charges for fuel etc. Just the smiling face of Antonio to greet you and rush you to your awaiting car.

San Pedro de Alcantara Tunnel

San Pedro de Alcantara, as many of you will know it, is about to disappear for 18 months.

The N 340 / A7 from the Ronda roundabout to Guadalmina Golf Club or the above arch will be close to traffic by the time you read this. The sea-side alternative route will take the traffic in both directions.

New 5 Star Deluxe Hotel Opens in Finca Cortesin

Situated between Estepona and La Duquesa the magnificent “Cloisters” style hotel is perched on a hilltop with commanding views of the Costa del Sol’s coastline and the Sierra de Ronda mountains and of course Finca Cortesin Golf Club.

This property brings new standards of luxury to the Costa del Sol with a variety of sumptuous rooms and suites.

The development is situated just 2 kilometres from the sandy beaches of South of Spain, between Marbella and Sotogrande.

It features an amazing Golf and Spa Hotel Resort, as well as luxury apartments, penthouses and detached villas.

Opened in October 2008, the 5-star deluxe hotel will offer one and two bedroom suites, with Juniors Suites all lavishly appointed and elegantly furnished, with high ceilings and the finest materials.

The hotel’s luxurious spa is a haven of relaxation, complementing the property’s sports facilities, exclusive boutique shops and restaurants.

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Best Courses Best Rates!

Wednesday, March 18th, 2009 | Golf News | No Comments

Golf Experience has negotiated unbeatable rates at Spain’s top 4 courses for 2009.

Our guarantee is that we will not be beaten on price at these top courses!

• Valderrama
• Real Club de Golf Sotogrande
• Real Club de Golf Las Brisas
• Sotogrande La Reserva

Volvo World Match-Play at Finca Cortesin

Finca Cortesin are about to announce revised dates for the hosting of the Volvo World Match-Play Championship. These are now October 29th – Sunday 1st November.

The course will close on October 18th in preparation for the tournament.

Crunch green-fees on the Costa del Sol

With few exceptions Golf Experience has negotiated reduced green-fees at all the Costa del Sol’s 40 courses. We estimate that prices have dropped in real terms on the Costa del Sol by 25% – 30% on average. So even for British golfers suffering the devaluation of sterling, year-on year prices are still lower than 2008. For Euro-zone, clients can benefit from these huge reductions and in many cases with buggies included.

The Algarve’s Golf-clubs seem not to have heard about the recession and continue to charge some exorbitant rates including up to €60 for a buggy! The pendulum has indeed swung right back to the Costa del Sol for value golf.

Tags: Finca Cortesin, Sotogrande, Valderrama