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| Welcome to La Manga Club Spanish Holiday News - the place to find the latest Spanish holiday information and news. Use the categories on the left for all the news about La Manga Club, Spanish Holidays, Golf Holidays and Tennis Holidays. Please also browse our Spanish Holiday features section. | |
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PGA: Spanish holidays 'ideal for golf' |
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 Golf holidays in Spain have been hailed as an ideal choice for those who prefer the finer things in life.
The Professional Golfers Association (PGA) claimed Spain and Portugal are two places where connoisseurs can find a combination of great golf facilities and culture, heritage and cuisine.
Spain, the PGA claims, is the new leader of European gastronomy, while wines from areas such as Andalucia, Ribera del Duero, Galicia and Catalonia are cementing the nation's reputation as a home of good wine.
There is also the added bonus of the great weather that the Iberian peninsula enjoys.
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No 'golf holiday in La Manga' for Welsh star |
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 Jo Pritchard is currently enjoying her time on the fairways of La Manga's championship courses, but it is far from a golf holiday in Spain for Pontypool's finest.
The professional is currently in fifth spot after the final pre-qualifying round for the Qualifying School at La Manga Club, having finished on 72 in two consecutive rounds.
Five of her compatriots are also in the top 50, which bodes well for Welsh women's golf going into the final qualifiers.
The Q-School represents the final chance for women to get on to the European tour.
Read More: No 'golf holiday in La Manga' for Welsh star |
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Andalucia named 'top golf destination' |
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 The Spanish region of Andalucia has been named as the best holiday destination for golfing enthusiasts, beating off competition from rival golf hotspots such as the Algarve.
Andalucia won the Best Golf Destination in Europe category at the International Golf Travel Market Awards, which were held in Marbella at the end of last year.
The region was selected due to its favourable climate, stunning landscape and fantastic range of golf courses and excellent transport links.
According to figures from the Spanish Tourist Office, over 400,000 golfers travel to Andalicia every year.
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Malaga plans tourism investment |
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 Authorities in Malaga are planning to invest billions in developing a series of programmes aimed at boosting tourism in the city.
Spanish tourism officials are hoping to promote southern Spain as a city-break and weekend holiday destination.
Developments have so far included a new terminal at the city's airport and the addition of a new runway, which is expected to be completed by 2010.
Malaga's port area will also be regenerated and the waterfront harbour will be extended to accommodate large cruise liners.
Read More: Malaga plans tourism investment |
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Yorkshire youngsters plot La Manga Club golf victory |
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 La Manga Club might be the setting for many a golf holiday in Spain, but for six youngsters in Yorkshire, relaxation will be far from their minds when they take to the famous fairways next month.
The junior members at Willow Valley Golf will be taking part in the Junior Team Home Nations Championship at La Manga Club between December 17th and 22nd and are preparing themselves for a battle, Today's Golfer reports.
"We might be underdogs due to our higher handicaps, but we have already defied the odds by beating some established clubs in the nationals," said Chris Nuttall, junior organiser at Willow Valley.
The tournament at La Manga Club is one of the most prestigious for the under-18 age group, with Sky Sports cameras set to be beaming the action into the homes of UK viewers.
Read More: Yorkshire youngsters plot La Manga Club golf victory |
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Golfer readies herself for Q-School at La Manga Club |
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 Having retired from the Dubai Masters, golfer Dani Masters must now view the qualifying school at La Manga Club as the last opportunity for her to get her European Tour card for next season.
A season plagued with injuries has placed her participation in next season's ladies' tour in jeopardy, but Masters is being philosophical about the prospect.
"I would be distraught if I failed, but you move on. I'm really passionate about golf but it's never been the be all and end all," she told Kent News.
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Parents and Children golf tournament at La Manga club |
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 One of the great things about a resort such as La Manga Club is the manner in which all the family can enjoy the facilities on hand.
For example, families taking golf holidays in La Manga Club will find something for everyone. While parents might like to face the challenge of one of the resort's championship standard courses, their children can learn more about the game from one of the club's professionals.
However, those who feel ready to get involved in something a little more competitive - while still retaining the hallmarks of a family holiday in Spain - can do so every Thursday.
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Christmas presents for golf lovers |
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 Golf holidays in Spain, a new set of irons, a membership at a local club - these are all things which could be on the Christmas wish list of golfers this year.
However, without a nudge in the right direction, many buyers could opt for the wrong gift, according to the Professional Golfers Association (PGA).
As such, the association has offered some tips to those who have a loved one who is also a lover of golf. For many, the "perfect gift" could be a series of lessons, which could bring a player's game along.
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Enjoy 'world-class' golf at La Manga Club |
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 Putting on a few pounds over the festive season is often unavoidable; however, those visiting La Manga Club can swing away the excess calories by making use of one of the resort's championship golf courses.
The resort is home to three world-class courses and with its enviable location on the south coast of Spain, guests can enjoy outdoor pursuits in the glorious sunshine.
As well as playing golf, guests can brush up on their skills by visiting the resort's exclusive Golf Academy.
The academy boasts an exceptional range of practice facilities and guests can benefit from the advice of a team of golf professionals.
Read More: Enjoy 'world-class' golf at La Manga Club |
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Obama gets holiday going with a swing |
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 It seems that Barack Obama could have more than a little in common with the many people who take golf holidays annually in La Manga Club.
The president-elect - who plays off 16 - teed off his current holiday with a round of golf against a number of old friends, the Telegraph reports.
However, while his leadership credentials are yet to be put to the test, it seems his mastery of the fairways has already been called into question.
Describing a recent game in which Mr Obama took part, his spokesman said "I don't think it was real pretty".
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