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Nicklaus Golf Trail - Mar Menor Resort
SPECIAL OFFERS 2008:

Special OfferDates ValidPriceEnquiry
Three Night's Accommodation and Three Rounds of Golf (La Torre, el Valle and Mar Menor) based on four sharing a two-bedroom apartment. until 30th Jun 2008 £189
Three Night's Accommodation and Three Rounds of Golf (La Torre, el Valle and Mar Menor) based on four sharing a two-bedroom apartment. Sep - Oct 2008 £189
Location:

The Polaris World Resorts are located in the Spanish region of Murcia close to Alicante International Airport, San Javier (Murcia) Airport and the new Corvera International Airport (opening 2009).
Golf Courses:

Polaris World has enlisted Jack Nicklaus to create a collection of golf courses called the Nicklaus Golf Trail - the highest concentration of Jack Nicklaus courses in the world. It’s an experience not to be missed by golf lovers. You can play at the following golf courses:

La Torre Golf: La Torre is a Jack Nicklaus design, 18 hole par 68 signature course providing a lush green setting to this world class resort. The style of this course will be similar to a Florida golf course, making extensive use of lakes and lush green fairways. The 5 star clubhouse has a fully stocked golf shop a driving range and practice green adjacent as well as a 5 star restaurant. The course will be built to international championship standards. The technology used providing a constant water supply to maintain the pristine condition of the fairways and greens year round.

El Valle Golf Resort: El Valle Golf is a par 71 golf course situated in a beautiful desert valley. The golf course has been created with grouped holes to offer a more open and natural golfing experience. The course relies on numerous subtle strategic elements to challenge golfers - accuracy is important important than length on this golf course however golfers are rewarded for daring shots. El Valle features clusters of small and subtly shaped bunkers and takes full advantage of its desert setting with numerous holes playing adjacent to naturally existing rocks and ridges. Complemented with a number of water features, including two lakes and two elaborate stream and waterfall systems, this is the perfect golf course for developing any player's strategy.

Hacienda Riquelme Golf Resort: This 18 hole par 72 Nicklaus Designed golf course will feature "PASPALUM" grass to make golf more sustainable on a national level. This variety of grass has many similarities with the Bermuda grass in the USA, but it tolerates a high salinity in its irrigation water, as well as being resistant to drought and high temperatures allowing great conditions all year round.

Mar Menor Golf Resort & Spa: Mar Menor Golf Course is a 9 hole golf course and was designed by Dave Thomas. In 2 years, it will become an 18 hole golf course and will also be re-designed by Jack Nicklaus. Each hole on the course requires great concentration and problem solving skills to overcome the difficulties presented by this tough golf course. The course demands a wide range of shots to deal with the obstacles successfully. This lush Mediterranean landscape full of palm tress, native grasses and flowering shrubs adds to the beauty of the resort.
Hotel Accommodation:

The Murcia Region is a privileged part of Spain - with warm, mild temperatures (annual average of 21º C) and low rainfall it an oasis of golfing well-being in any season. The weather in Murcia has a distinct flavour, making it a region full of life and Colour. The Polaris World experience is the latest concept in golf holidays. Choose either the 5 star hotel at Mar Menor Golf Resort & Spa or excellent 4 star self-catering apartments at La Torre Golf Resort. You can stay at the following venues:

Mar Menor Golf Resort & Spa is located amongst the tranquil Murcia countryside and a luxurious golf course, InterContinental Mar Menor Golf Resort & Spa is an escapist retreat for those who want to enjoy the relaxing experience. Mar Menor Golf Resort & Spa is a luxurious hotel where the facilities, service and personal attention to detail meet your highest expectations. The hotel features 64 rooms and suites, as well as several themed restaurants and even an Irish Pub that serves an excellent pint of Guinness!

La Torre Golf Resort is the second Jack Nicklaus project in The Nicklaus Golf Trail, the only circuit of its size in the golfing world. Accommodation at La Torre Golf Resort is based on Self Catering apartments and villas, all of which have stunning views of the surrounding golf course. There are three different options: two-bedroom apartments, two-bedroom semi-detached apartments and three bedroom villas for larger groups. The resort facilities are first class, as within the complex you can enjoy many bars and restaurants of different themes, swimming pools, and a supermarket for your everyday needs.


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