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Parador Malaga Golf With over 70 golf courses, the region of Andalusia has the highest concentration of golf courses in all of mainland Europe, earning it the nickname of the ‘Costa del Golf’. The Costa del Sol is the perfect destination for golf lovers. Located in the south of Spain, in Andalusia, it has the highest concentration of golf courses in all of mainland Europe, earning it the nickname of the ‘Costa del Golf’. Top notch facilities are on offer and the area attracts more than 12 million tourists per year. Due to its exceptional location, beside the Mediterranean Sea, it has an average temperature of over 20 degrees and more than 320 days of sun each year. This is why the Costa del Sol is a sure bet for both enthusiasts and professionals who want to play golf at any time of year. The Costa del Sol is easy to reach, as the international airport of Malaga has connections to all the major cities in the world and its superb infrastructure connects you to your final destination in minimum time. From most European destinations and on average within a 3 hour travel time. With excellent infrastructure and top quality facilities on offer, it is easy to see why the area attracts over 12 million tourists per year. Málaga’s fine weather encourages golf all year round, especially in winter and the golf courses and resorts make long stay deals very attractive but any time from autumn to spring is ideal for golf in Malaga. The destination offers such a variety of golf to choose from. The region itself is home to the well-known. Valderrama – the only golf club in Spain to have been home to the Ryder Cup (1997) and host of the Andalucia Valderrama Masters by Sergio Garcia Foundation. The fact that the golf courses in Costa del Golf are chosen for the most important Volume 4 • Issue 45 31