Baviera Golf: A great course in Málaga’s Axarquia area

For many of those of us who live on what is known as the western Costa del Sol, the “other” Coast – Axarquia, east of Málaga capital – seems a…

Dunas de Doñana Golf: A Nature Sanctuary

Christopher Columbus sailed from very close to here to discover the new world. Also nearby is Rocío, site of the most popular and attractive romería (ecclesiastical pilgrimage) in the world.…

Key factors in golfers’ research and booking of holiday destinations

A new survey detailing the most important factors influencing golfers’ research and booking of holiday destinations is launched today at the International Golf Travel Market (IGTM). Commissioned by Reed Travel Exhibitions,…

Villa Nueva Golf: A pleasant experience in Cádiz

On this occasion I headed to the heart of Cádiz Bay. Inaugurated in 2006 and located close to such towns as Puerto Real and San Fernando and the capital city…

Costa Ballena: A must-visit course beside the sea

On leaving Marbella that overcast day in mid-January, I thought: “What a day to have chosen to play golf!” It was drizzling and cold. I had reserved a tee time…

Guadalmina Sur: The second oldest golf course on the Coast

Designed by Javier Arana, and opened in 1959, the south course at Guadalmina is the second oldest golf course on the coast, yet it had been donkey’s years since I…

McGinley named European Team Captain for The 2014 Ryder Cup

  Paul McGinley has accepted an invitation from the Tournament Committee of The European Tour to become Captain of The European Team in The 2014 Ryder Cup at The Gleneagles…

García and Kaymer join four-way lead in Qatar

      Ryder Cup heroes Sergio Garcia and Martin Kaymer moved into a share of the halfway lead with Marcus Fraser and Ricardo Santos at the Commercial Bank Qatar…

Atalaya Old Course: Revamp of a Classic

One of two 18-hole layouts at Atalaya Golf & Country Golf, Atalaya Old Course is – without a doubt – one of southern Spain’s most prestigious and high-pedigree courses, thanks…

Phil Mickelson wins third Phoenix Open title

PPhil Mickelson had a putt for 59 in the first round of the Phoenix Open that caught the right edge of the cup, curled 180 degrees and stayed out. Three…