Golf Course 1

The grandest golf courses in Europe await you in this putting paradise. If golf is on your mind this is where you should be heading. Sotogrande will take care of all your green dreams and more with courses like the Old Course and the Almenara Golf Club that is supposed to be challenging even for professional players. Half a kilometre away is the famous Valderrama Golf Club associated with the famous Volvo Masters and the Ryder Cup.

The real Sotogrande - Though made famous as a luxurious, top-quality sporting facility, visitors are simply awed by the natural beauty of this land which thankfully, has been well-preserved in spite of extensive development. Golden beaches are a common feature all along the Costa

del Sol, but the ones here are secluded and tranquil, which makes for a different experience. There are two Beach Clubs El Cucurucho and El Octogono where you can indulge in an exotic buffet, a sauna or massage.

Sports other than golf In spite of its prestige as a prime golf destination, Sotogrande does hold the honour of being the only place in Europe where Polo is played all year round. In fact it is even known as The Empire of Polo and Sun, and owns five of the world s best polo grounds. This piece of information might come as something of a shock to golf aficionados, but you could consider trying your hand

at this sport when you are tired of teeing off. Other sporting options include tennis and volley ball, besides a variety of water sports.

The lesser-known Sotogrande Estuario del Rio Guadiaro is a stretch of protected marshland. There are wooden walkways which make it easy to negotiate, while you get back to nature in a big way. It is the perfect spot for bird watching and winding down after a hard day of sport. It might surprise you to know that just a 3 hour drive can transform your sunny golfing expedition to a snowy skiing trip on the slopes of the Sierra Nevada.

Other must-see places - If you do come to Sotogrande, whether it be for the golf

or the scenery, visits to a few neighbouring places of interest would make your trip complete. You simply cannot leave without seeing the Rock of Gibraltar which is just 20 minutes away. Tangier, Cadiz, and Sevilla are also historical cities each replete with its own legends and mysteries.

Getting around Sotogrande It would be a good idea to hire a vehicle for the duration of your stay, whether it is to check out the numerous golf courses, or to simply take in the divine scenery. Local transport though available, might not suit your personal itinerary. Having your own transport can make a huge difference to the quality of your vacation. You can do this in advance along with the

rest of your travel arrangements by going online at Your-Carhire.com - specialists in Spain car rental services and that s one less thing for you to worry about.

Article written by Seb Jay for http://www.your-carhire.com