Saturday, January 18, 2025
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Golf Marbella, past and present

 

Golf became part of Marbella’s way of life at the same time the city developed into the tourism center it is today. To visit Marbella means enjoying the best touristic services Spain has to offer, from first class hotels to exciting night life and shopping. To golf Marbella implies the use of fantastic golf clubs, with courses that have signature designers and club houses with services to truly enjoy the day. But there is also the old city, which allows a stroll through Arab and Christian cultures.art3-batch-8485-kw3_-golf-marbella

Modern Marbella. In the last fifty years the city, taking advantage of its magnificent Mediterranean location and perfect mild weather, was transformed into a major touristic center, with a wide offer of high quality services. Marbella, being a Mediterranean coastal town, has gorgeous beaches and water sports facilities. But with the Sierra Blanca bordering the northern limits, it also offers all kinds of mountain activities like hiking, biking and rock climbing.

Golf Marbella. The city developers saw in the town’s open spaces and beautiful landscapes, the opportunity for first rated golf courses. They have certainly achieved their goals since the regions golf clubs are visited each year by golfers from all over the world. Golf packages are very good and they may include all kind of amenities other than golf services. Maybe a wine tasting experience, or a tour to the Rock of Gibraltar. You want it; you can surely have it, in Marbella.

The Old City. Marbella is very proud of its Old Town. With its narrow streets, white washed buildings and balconies with flower pots, it is typical Andalusian. Just walking the narrow passages, the Arab culture is present. There are several important churches that speak of the Christian Monarchs recovering the land from Muslim domination. There are even Roman archaeological sites. A day away from golf may be an adventure into past centuries.

Whatever means of transportation one chooses, it is just very easy to reach Marbella. The housing offers are ample and of very good quality. From Resorts to bed & breakfast and hostels to apartment and villa rentals, one can always find the perfect place to stay in Marbella.