Destination Golf - August 2017 * | Page 60

If you are having a day or two off the course, the beaches are perfect to enjoy the Mediterranean sun and practice water sports for all the family. The famous beach of Burriana is awarded the blue flag of the UE every year. Nerja also has a wide cultural offer from which one must highlight the Cuevas (Caves) de Nerja festival (in June/July). The caves can be visited all year round, are a natural prodigy and the third most visited monument in Spain. If you are thinking of planning a Winter Golf Getaway and staying away from the Summer hustle and bustle, one thing that you should know, that is closeby to Baviera is the stunning Sierra Nevada mountain range. Thanks to investments made back in the late 90s, it boasts one of the best ski resorts in Spain. The season usually is one of the longest in Europe (from the end of November to mid- May) and it is not rare to be able to enjoy skiing in spring at temperatures which let you wear your swimming costume. 60 Destination Golf .TRAVEL What is most attractive in Sierra Nevada is, no doubt, its great weather. Over 70% of the days in the skiing season are sunny, which allows you to ski in unsurpassable conditions. Its altitude (2.100m to 300m over sea level) practically guarantees snow in winter. With all that Costa del Sol has to offer; accessibility – with easy access from all major European cities, affordability - with incredible packages available year-round, diversity –from golden beaches, green fairways or snowy white ski slopes – surely there is something for everyone at this incredible location. GET IN TOUCH: en.bavieragolf.com/ /bavieragolf/ @bavieragolf