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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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La Manga Club golf news: Welsh captain raring to go |
01st December 2008 |
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 Golf holidays to La Manga Club are always popular with those who enjoy combining some summer sun with a few rounds on the fairways.
However, such is the quality of the courses at La Manga Club and elsewhere in the Murcia region that there is many a serious tournament contested in the Spanish heat.
One such competition is the PGA of Europe Team Championship, which is contested by professionals from clubs across Europe.
Andy Barnett of Rhyl has been named as Wales' captain for the international golf battle and is relishing taking part.
Read More: La Manga Club golf news: Welsh captain raring to go |
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Murcia Open Golf Tournament at La Manga Club |
27th November 2008 |
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 The Murcia Open Golf Tournament will take place at La Manga Club for the eighth successive time this year.
Kicking off on December 8th, the five-day programme is a must for golf enthusiasts, with some sensational prizes on offer.
Furthermore, there is an extensive companions programme of events available for non-golfers.
Prizes for the tournament are valued at over 8,000 euros and include luxury leisure breaks and state-of-the-art golf equipment.
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Improve your golf at La Manga Club |
25th November 2008 |
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 The prospect of heading to your local golf course in the blistering cold may seem unappealing, but don't worry – there is another option.
Just a short plane journey away, La Manga Club is an ideal option for golfers keen to improve their technique in the sunshine.
With three world-class golf courses and outstanding practice facilities, La Manga is the perfect golf destination.
Expert tuition is available, with a number of different course options to suit players of all abilities.
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Brush up on your golf skills at La Manga |
12th November 2008 |
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 If you're looking to improve your game this winter, then a trip to La Manga Club in Spain could be just the ticket.
The BBC's Spain magazine recently described golf and Spain as being the "perfect match" – and they weren't wrong. With warm weather all year round and regular flights from most UK airports, Spain is every golfers dream.
Home to three championship golf courses, La Manga Club is widely considered to be one of Europe's best golf resorts and regularly attracts players of the highest calibre.
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US holidaymakers still paying for happy shopping |
07th November 2008 |
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 As Americans gear up for their winter holidays, some of them will still be counting the cost of last year's expenditure.
Research by Consumer Reports found that six per cent of people in the US still have debt from last year, which could impact on their plans for this year.
Nearly half (49 per cent) said that they would be cutting back on travel, while 59 per cent aim to buy fewer presents over the festive period.
Nevertheless, Americans remain optimistic that this year's Christmas will be as enjoyable as last year's, with 88 per cent expecting to have at least as much fun as they did in 2007.
Read More: US holidaymakers still paying for happy shopping |
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Youngsters gear up for La Manga golf tournament |
03rd November 2008 |
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 The team representing England at the Junior Home Nations Inter-Club Championship at La Manga has been selected.
Willow Valley were victorious in the English final last week, securing their place in the final in Spain between January 17th and 22nd, the Huddersfield Daily Examiner reports.
Tom Brancker, Tom Calvert. Lewis Howell, George Branch, Ali Butters and Tom Pinder will now be getting in practice for the tournament, in which they will compete against teams representing Wales, Scotland and Ireland.
Read More: Youngsters gear up for La Manga golf tournament |
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Spain is a 'ideal' golf destination |
28th October 2008 |
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 With world-class courses, excellent transport links and warm weather all year round, it's little wonder that golf holidays in Spain are so popular.
According to the BBC's Spain Magazine, the country is a fantastic destination for golf enthusiasts and is home to some of Europe's finest courses.
"It might not be much fun nipping out for 18 holes on a wet and windy spring Saturday in Minehead or Manchester or Muirfield, but it's a different story in Spain," the publication noted.
The south of Spain basks in sunshine for most of the year and is well-served by a number of UK airlines including bmibaby, Ryanair and British Airways.
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Majority of travellers keep 'holiday weight' off |
27th October 2008 |
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 The Majority of British travellers do not gain weight when on holiday, a new poll has revealed.
Research carried out by Holiday Extras found that 51 per cent of Britons return from their holidays at the same weight, while 11 per cent of people actually lose weight while abroad.
Commenting on the findings, Mike Whiting, managing editor at Holiday Extras, said: "It seems that the modern outlook on healthy eating is being extending into people's travels. Gone are the days when travellers would indulge during their time away and instead they are maintaining a balanced diet that can only prove beneficial to their health.
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Enjoy the Volvo Masters in sunny Spain |
23rd October 2008 |
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 Kicking off on October 30th, the Valderrama Volvo Masters is an unmissable event for golf enthusiasts.
According to events website whatsonwhen.com, the final part of the PGA European Tour is the ideal opportunity to "witness the talents of Europe's best on a beautiful Spanish course".
The top ten players in the tournament are automatically selected to form the European Ryder Cup team, so the PGA grand finale promises to be an exciting event.
Read More: Enjoy the Volvo Masters in sunny Spain |
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'Get in shape' at La Manga |
17th October 2008 |
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 While many people want to chill out on their holidays, others will be keen to keep fit and make sure their bodies are in good shape.
La Manga resorts have a wide selection of sporting and leisure activities to keep guests occupied during their break.
From swimming to jogging and from tennis to pitch and putt, there is something for all athletic abilities and appetites.
Such is the pedigree of the area's training facilities that sports professionals, from footballers to tennis players, are frequent visitors.
Read More: 'Get in shape' at La Manga |
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