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2012 RYDER CUP CHICAGO
Join us in Chicago September 28-30, 2012 for the Ryder Cup at Medinah CC. more...
FREE ANDREW HARPER MEMBERSHIP
Join our Andrew Harper Ryder Cup programs at The Four Seasons Chicago or The Trump Tower & Hotel Chicago and receive a free one year Premier Membership to Andrew Harper more...
ARGENTINA INVITATIONAL
February is nice and warm in Buenos Aires ... why don't you join us for this great week of golf for under $1000! Yes it's true! more...
THE MAJORS
The 2012 Masters at Augusta packages are now on sale ... book early for best prices ... We have a great Pro-Am in Spain in May 2012 - you can play in "The Bullfight" ... The 2012 British Open at Royal Lytham & St. Annes GC in England will again prove to be a popular venue. more...
Spanish Pro-Am
"The Bullfight" May 20-26, 2012
Overview
For Spring 2012, our Premier Golf Pro Am series continues in Spain with a trip to the Costa del Sol and the region of Andalucia. Each team will consist of one PGA Professional (complimentary) and 3 amateurs. This exciting event is sure to garner great interest as this region boasts 4 of the top ten ranked courses in Europe. It is a golfer’s paradise and has been named the Costa del Golf for good reason with over 45 courses stretching along the Costa del Sol. The region is also known for its mild climate, great beaches, fabulous hotels, glitzy nightlife and great food. One of its top ranked courses, Valderamma GC, was chosen for the Ryder Cup in 1997 and hosted many Volvo Masters Championships. Finca Cortesin GC hosts the American Express World Golf Championships and we know you will enjoy San Roque and the other courses we've selected. We invite you join us in Spain for another memorable experience. |
Golf includes rounds at Valderrama, Finca Cortesin, La Reserva and the 2 rounds at San Roque Club (Old Course and New Course). Two spectacular dinners await our participants, including the farewell dinner at the 2-Michelin Star Calima Restaurant for our awards dinner. The event hotel is the five-star Gran Melia Don Pepe in the heart of Marbella and situated on the Mediterranean Sea with a great beach!
NOT INCLUDED: Airfare, excursions, items of a personal nature, meals not specified, caddy fees and gratuities |
Golf Courses
SAN ROQUE CLUB NEW COURSE - 2002 saw work begin on the construction of the San Roque New Course, a world class 7250 yard championship challenge. The designs, by the renowned American course designer Perry Dye, incorporate the contours of the San Roque hills, giving golfers wonderful views to the Guadalquiton River and the Mediterranean Sea beyond. Each hole has five different tee positions and fairways that are wider than those on The San Roque Old Course. The Course has been site of the Andulcian Open on the European PGA Tour twice in recent years. WWG Grade: A LA RESERVA GOLF CLUB - The newest addition to the courses of the Sotogrande area, La Reserva was designed by Cabell Robinson and opened in the autumn of 2003 to outstanding reviews. The course lies within the Sotogrande complex to the north of Valderrama. It can stretch to over 7,000 yards when played from the back tees. Four large lakes dominate much of the landscape and provide hazards. La Reserva is considered second in the area only to Valderrama. Robinson has designed a course using the natural features of rolling meadowland, cork and oak trees and combined them with his trademark, crystal white bunkers and well protected greens. The clubhouse is among the best in Spain and the membership comes from all over the world! WWG Grade: A SAN ROQUE CLUB OLD COURSE - Formerly the home of the Domecq sherry family, Designed by Tony Jacklin, San Roque was the home of the Seve Ballesteros Golf Academy. This track is like a stadium course with water, large greens, and has hosted many tournaments over the years including the Spanish Open. At 6740 yards and par 72, the course is tough and usually in excellent shape. Sean Connery is a local member and the villa homes along the course are beautiful. A former hotel on the grounds was the home of the Domenc Family of Sherry fame and is now unfortunately undergoing reconstruction as private villas or time share. A delightful place to play golf with plenty of carts, an excellent practice facility, and a comfortable clubhouse. WWG Grade: A VALDERRAMA GOLF CLUB - Not much introduction is needed for Valderrama, voted Europe’s #1 course by the PGA members, and site of the annual Volvo Masters on the European Tour and the 1997 Ryder Cup. Valderrama has gained international fame through the energy of the late proprietor, Jose Ortiz-Patino, who not only insisted on making changes to the original RT Jones Sr. layout (notably to the 17th hole), but also demanded exceptional standards of course upkeep (you hardly dare take a divot!). The strategic difficulty, omnipresent trees, the size of the bunkers and a few water hazards will keep you “on your toes”. On most holes, keep the driver in the bag and play for the center of the fairway, as many people can be in the fairway and not have a shot! Don’t bother playing to your handicap, as even the top champions find making par a tough task. Make sure the visit the excellent pro shop and restaurant too, among the best anywhere. WWG Grade: A+ FINCA CORTESIN GOLF CLUB - With a climate that allows year-round play, Finca Cortesin exists in full harmony with nature and the environment. Designed by Cabell Robinson in 2006, the course is a 7480-yard, par-72 gem. One of the finest golf courses in Spain, it boasts more than 100 bunkers and magnificent views of both the mountains and the sea. It is highly enjoyable for beginners, but can also present a serious challenge to pros; when you finish playing all 18 holes, you’ll notice that you have played all your clubs. Home of the Volvo World Match Play Championship, one of the most historic and prestigious golf tournaments in the world.WWG Grade: A |
Suggested FlightsWe have arranged special group rate flights on Iberia Airlines from Miami.
Price: $1,345 per person inclusive of taxes and airport transfers to and from the Gran Melia Don Pepe if on these flights. Call for details on how to book your team on our group space!
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