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Canary IslandsThe Canary Islands are made up of seven largeislands and belong to Spain. Three of theislands provide everything we look for in agreat golf holiday: easy access, lovely hotels,good weather, interesting attractions and, ofcourse, super golf. These volcanic islandsentrance visitors with the amazing scenery,black sand beaches, ancient forests and crystalclear waters inhabited by whales and dolphins.They are a paradise for both nature lovers andentertainment.

Gran Canaria is just 150 miles from the north-west coast of Africa. It’s a very round island of25 miles by 25 miles. Everything is easy to getto and the nightlife is impressive as is thechoice of golf and accommodation.

Tenerife is the largest island with amazinglydiverse scenery. Wherever you stay, take a dayout to tour the island. It’s stunning – rememberto take your camera and your head for heights.Tenerife is a very fertile island, in fact, several ofthe golf courses were built on old bananaplantations. The beaches are soft. With a coupleof major resorts, fine golf courses and scenery,

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it’s small wonder why many of our clients returnhere year after year.

La Gomera is a relaxed island with apopulation of just 16,000 people. Reached by aregular ferry service from Tenerife, you’ve got nochoice but to recharge, relax and enjoy themountainous and very beautiful backdrop.

And the Canary Islands are not just about-yearround sunshine – there are some serious golfcourses. Designed by the likes of Ballesteros,Steel and Fream, you know you’re in for a goodgame of golf. And even if you lose, you canblame the view and look forward to a finelunch and siesta before building up your gameplan over a glass or two.

Here’s an idea!

With internal flights and ferries you can playgolf on all three of the islands we propose.

What to see and doPartiesn Restaurants, bars and clubs of Las Americas

and Melonerasn Boat trips and cruises

Explorersn National parksn Genuine Canarian villages

Romanticsn Beaches and coastal views

Foodiesn Traditional Canarian cuisinen International restaurantsn Local rumn We send a Recommended Restaurant list

with your Holiday Information Pack

Year-round sunshine…Blue seas…Fast greens…Party resorts…

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LA GOMERATecina

Las Palmas

El Cortijo

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Meloneras

Costa Adeje

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How to get thereHere’s a list of the most convenient ways to get to your holidaydestination.

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Ferryn Los Cristianos – La Gomera

Planen Most UK airports – Las Palmas and Tenerife South

(41/2 hours). Tenerife North and Las Palmas – La Gomera (30 minutes)

What the price includesOur prices are based on an exchange rate of €1.27/£1.Should the exchange rate decrease or increase, we willquote your holiday at the commercial exchange rate ofthe day.

All our prices are ‘’all-inclusive’’ and there are NO hidden extras. The “From” price is based on mid-weekand low season, and the “To” price is based onweekend and high season. The prices include:n Fly-drive via UK – local Canarian airport based on scheduled

flights costing £200 per person and four people in a mid-sized hire car

n The accommodation and board as detailedn The selection of courses in the example itineraryn Taxes and service chargesn A comprehensive Holiday Information Packn The knowledge and experience of our teamn ABTA and ATOL bonds so you know your money is safen Past Client benefits depending on your holiday spend

Please contact us on 01277 824100 for the exact price foryour preferred holiday dates as prices can vary week-to-weekand we may have received a relevant special offer.

Groups - save £££s per person!Discounts range from £50 for a group of five people for athree-night stay up to £1000 for a group of 25 people on aweek’s stay! See page six of the Introduction and call us on 01277 824100 for exact prices.

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Suggested ItineraryTenerife and La Gomera make for a fun twin centre holiday

combining the liveliness of Costa Adeje and the peacefulness

of Tecina. Here’s an example:

n Fly-drive from from UK to Tenerife

n Two in a mid-size hire car while on Tenerife

n Five nights’ b/b at the four-star Hotel Jardin Tropical

n One round at Costa Adeje, Las Americas and Amarilla

n Return ferry ticket and private transfers on La Gomera

n Five nights’ half-board at the four-star Hotel Jardin Tecina

n Two rounds at Tecina

n Return flight from Tenerife

Price From £1095

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No currency surchargeWe guarantee that the holiday price quoted to you when you

pay your deposit is the holiday price you will pay. We havetaken steps to avoid any possibility of surcharging our clients

for currency fluctuations and any other holiday cost.

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The Grand Hotel Residencia isexquisitely located in a smallexotic nature reserve between theAtlantic Ocean and desert dunes.

The 94 large bedrooms and suites are to befound in several luxuriously-designed Moorish-Colonial style villas with elegantly-appointedbathrooms. Dining is a gourmet’s dream,serving a sumptuous breakfast and a trulyfabulous barbecue on Sundays.

To complement all the luxury and service,there’s an impressive spa with innovativeAsian treatments and a state-of-the-art healthclub. A firm favourite.

If you haven't played desert golfyet, this is a great place to start.

Two modern courses with several spectacularholes, Salobre offers generous fairways andlarge, well-defended greens. Take your cameraand your "A-game" and enjoy the excellentservice and a memorable round of golf. Hilly inparts. Buggies compulsory. Four miles west ofMaspalomas.

Grand Hotel Residencia ***** Meloneras 1

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Sheraton Salobre Golf Resort & Spa ***** Maspalomas 1

A fabulous golf resort nowboasting 36 holes on site.

The Sheraton style and quality is clear to seewith the 313 large bedrooms all featuringbalconies and ‘Sweet Sleepers Beds’. There arethree restaurants to choose from as well asfour bars and seven outdoor pools. The hotelalso has its own private beach house inMaspalomas, and The Aloe Spa.

Salobre


At a glancen Peaceful settingn Fantastic value half-board option (£15 a night)n Member of Leading Small Hotels of the World

At a glancen 36 holes on siten Seven swimming poolsn Aloe Spa

Courses within 30 minutesn Salobre (on site) n Anfi Tauron El Cortijo n Meloneras Golf

Suggested itinerary From ToSeven nights’ b/b, golf at Meloneras,El Cortijo, Anfi Tauro & Salobre £1119 £1799

Single room supplement per night £40 £90

Suggested itinerary From ToSeven nights’ b/b, unlimited golf at Salobre with buggies £1045 £1199


North. Par 72. 6077 yards.South. Par 72. 6743 yards. Slope 130.n Two courses on siten Great clubhouse foodn Warm welcome

ART DE VIVRE SPA £££££

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Courses within 30 minutesn Salobre n Anfi Tauron El Cortijo n Meloneras Golf

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With hundreds of palm trees, huge dunes,hectares of water and distracting views,you've got to decide when to hold back andwhen to "go for it" and only then can youstart to think about those slick greens!

Host to several PGA events and a top-notchholiday golf experience. Also worth playing isthe illuminated 18-hole, Par-three course -reckoned to be among the best in theworld...Just take your wedges, your putter anda whole lot of balls. Easy walking. 14 milesnorth of Maspalomas.

Inaugurated in 1891, this isSpain's oldest golf club and has

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From the Pete Dye school of design,this course will test players of allstandards with its extravagantlayout and ultra-fast greens.

The latest addition to GranCanaria is an intelligent designbordering the ocean.

Real Club de Las Palmas

Par 72. 6415 yards. Slope 127.n Good holiday golfn Fine clubhouse restaurant

Par 71. 6493 yards. Slope 127.n Golf academyn GPS buggies

Located close to Maspalomas, the course isvery open but quite tricky with canyons, lakesand the prevailing wind to contend with.Lower handicappers will relish the chance ofbirdie opportunities but may be in for a shock!The new clubhouse and academy facilities arevery good. Easy walking. One mile fromMaspolomas.

Par 71. 6233 yards. Slope 128.n Spain’s oldest golf clubn Scenic viewsn Good challenge

the distinction of lying next to avolcano crater (800m in diameterand 200m deep).

A Mackenzie Ross design with a classic feelabout it - not too long, no "trick" hazards andeasy on the eye as well as the golfing brain. Thewell-shaped fairways also favour accuracy overlength. Hilly in parts. Delightful clubhouse. Easywalking. 28 miles north of Maspalomas.

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This latest addition to GranCanaria’s courses was worth thewait. The Arizona-style course

Anfi TauroPar 71. 6350 yards.n Desert golfn Spectacular landscape

was designed by von Hagge,Smelek and Baril...A formidableteam.

It features lakes and waterfalls surrounded bylush green gardens. The numerable tees offerall levels of players a challenging andentertaining round. Easy walking. 12 mileswest of Maspalomas.

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Located on the peaceful island ofLa Gomera, the Jardin Tecina hasspectacular views over theAtlantic Ocean towards MountTeide on Tenerife.

The hotel is set in 70,000 m2 of extraordinaryvegetation with 350 species of plants from allover the globe.

The 434 rooms and suites are made up oftraditional style bungalows, situated on twolevels in small clusters around the resort. Allhave a balcony or terrace, the standard roomshave garden views and the Superiors, withtheir sea views, are well worth thesupplement.

There is a choice of five restaurants and bars,including the award winning Restaurante ClubLaurel which can be accessed via a lift downto the Beach Club. Here, you can enjoybarbecues, a la carte menus and a pool barduring the day.

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Hotel Jardin Tecina **** La Gomera 2

Courses within 30 minutesn Tecina (on site)

At a glancen Peaceful retreatn Great viewsn Good restaurants

Suggested itinerary From ToSeven nights’ half-board, golf at Tecina (five times) £845 £1075

Single room supplement per night £14 £23Par 71. 6425 yards.n Great seaside golfn Fast greens!n Terrific ocean views

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Guests can work the excellent food off bytaking advantage of the five heated swimmingpools and fitness centre. There are also floodlittennis courts and a small spa available for asmall charge.

All-in-all, a fine hotel to escape to where theonly sounds you’ll hear are the singing birdsand the soft rumble of the sea.

Our prices include return private transfers fromTenerife South airport to Los Cristianos port,foot passenger return ferry crossings andreturn transfers from San Sebastian port to thehotel.

The Donald Steel-designed courseis just as lovely and peaceful as

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the hotel and boasts magnificentviews over the ocean.

Particular holes to mention are the 4th, a Parthree over a ravine and the 10th where the teeis 45 metres above the fairway...Fantastic! Youcould be a million miles from anywhere!

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Hotel Jardin Tropical **** Costa Adeje 3

A firm favourite, the hotel is aseafront escape set in tropicalgardens and with a privilegedposition.

The stunning white Moorish architecturecontrasts wonderfully with the colourfulbougainvillea and pathways leading toenchanting corners.

There are 390 rooms, all decorated in softwarm colours, and most with balcony orterrace. We recommend those overlooking thegardens or sea.

The dining facilities are also first class, withfive restaurants and bars including El Patio,awarded top restaurant in Tenerife for threeconsecutive years! The hotel also offers aTropical Wellness, Health and Beauty centre.


Courses within 30 minutesn ABAMA n Amarillan Golf del Sur n Costa Adejen Golf Las Americas

At a glancen Popular locationn Beautiful groundsn Excellent breakfasts and restaurant

Suggested itinerary From ToSeven nights’ b/b, golf at Las Americas,Costa Adeje, Amarilla & Golf del Sur £919 £1265


RESORT SPA £££

Golf del Sur

This course comprises three loopsof nine, of which the North andSouth courses provide the biggestchallenge.

For example, the second hole on the Southcourse is 213 yards, has an island green and issurrounded by black sand. Easy?! Plus, yourshort game will be scrutinised as youendeavour to counter the swirling breezes. Avery enjoyable round. Easy walking. Six mileseast of Playa de las Americas.

Costa Adeje

Home of the Canaries SpanishOpen in 2003, this is a gentlecourse adjacent to the Atlantic.

The greens are undulating and you can reallyopen your shoulders on the wide fairways.Course condition is excellent.

A must is the clubhouse restaurant servingFrench, Caribbean and Mediterranean cuisine.Hilly in parts. 10 miles north of Playa de lasAmericas.

Bordering the sea, Amarilla hasgreat views of Mount Teide.

Donald Steel’s design provides a challenge forthe low-handicapper while at the same timeoffering an attractive game for the moremodest golfer. The sea breezes make you thinkabout club selection but also help cool youdown. Good clubhouse facilities with bar andrestaurant and ocean views. Easy walking.Nine miles south of Playa de las Americas.

Par 72. 6136 yards. Slope 118.n Challenging holesn Abundant flora

Par 72. 6360 yards. Slope 125.n Designed by Donald Steeln Cliff-top Par 3

Par 72. 6478 yards. Slope 129.n Stunning viewsn Friendly clubhouse

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The course is very well lookedafter and provides a myriad ofchallenges - water, crafty dog-legsand judging the distance to theflags right.

The greens are also slick and defended bywell-placed bunkers. There are a couple of Parfours that will tempt the longer hitter butbeware of the out of bounds!

The clubhouse provides the finishing touch tothis fine resort. Easy walking. One mile fromPlaya de las Americas.

Las AmericasPar 72. 6446 yards. Slope 121.n Fine sunshine golf

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GolfPlanet Holidays bonusesn No single room supplement between Mar 2 - 23n Pre-bookable tee times available at ABAMA

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Amarilla

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If you are looking for a large sliceof luxury away from the busierresorts then this is the place to be!

The bedrooms and suites are located in themain ‘citadel’ and in the adjacent villas. Mosthave prime views over the Atlantic Ocean, golfcourse and gardens. The citadel combinesethnic and Moorish architecture and housesmost of the bedrooms together with severalrestaurants, bars, a wellness and spa centre,shops and swimming pools.

The 300 bedrooms/suites in the citadel,feature a private terrace or balcony, king ortwin beds and generously-sized marblebathrooms with separate deep-soaking tubs.Within the more private and secluded area ofthe resort there are four rows of villas withone swimming pool per row. There are a total

of 120 rooms/suites built on two levels withthe option of private breakfasts in the ElMirador restaurant as well as butler serviceand personalised check-in.

There are ten restaurants to choose from: Youcan sample fresh seafood on the top of a cliff,enjoy grills and meats in the Argentinean ‘LaPampa’ restaurant or treat yourselves to thelatest Japanese cuisine or Italian pasta.

The wellness and spa centre has a ‘zen’harmonious atmosphere that is ideal forresting the body and calming the mind. Thereare ten treatment rooms including a fitnessand yoga room and also sauna, steam andclay baths, aromatherapy cabins, snow cabinand sumptuous massages...Perfect after ahard day on the course!

As well as its own golf course, ABAMA has itsown beach and beach club. The cove, with itsgolden sands surrounded by dramatic cliffsand the crystalline waters of the AtlanticOcean, can be reached via cable car, golfbuggy or on foot.

ABAMA Golf & Spa Resort ***** Guia de Isora 4

At a glancen Managed by Ritz Carltonn Ten restaurants and five barsn Wellness and spa centren Championship golf course

JET SET SPA £££££


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This is undoubtedly one of thevery best and most challengingcourses that we have played inMediterranean Europe.

Some of the approach shots are reminiscent ofAugusta, where if you don’t make the requiredlevel, you’ll watch your ball roll back past you!

The course unravels between thousands ofpalm trees and cacti and offers spectacularviews of the Atlantic Ocean and the island ofLa Gomera.

There are 22 lakes and ponds and these arejoined by impressive waterfalls and bunkers.Designed by Dave Thomas, this is terrific golfwhich will certainly keep you coming back formore.

GPS guided buggies, water, range balls, clubcleaning, locker and personalised buggies areall included in the green fee. There is also agolf Academy and three Par 3 practice holesfor clients who take lessons with theProfessionals.

First class.

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Courses within 30 minutesn ABAMA n Amarillan Golf del Sur n Costa Adejen Las Americas

Suggested short break From ToThree nights’ b/b in Ocean view room,golf at ABAMA (twice), one tastingmenu, one Spa experience,gym access & welcome gift £915 £1025

Suggested itinerary From ToSeven nights’ b/b in Ocean view room,golf at ABAMA (four times), one tastingmenu, one Spa experience,gym access & welcome gift £1625 £1875

Single room supplement per night on request

Par 72. 6380 yards. Slope 133.n GPS buggies included in green feen A test for the bestn Immaculate condition

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Non-golfers receive a three or five day UltimateRelaxation Package instead of the green fees.

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