Mallorca set for a hole in one as the island emerges as top European golf destination
- Mallorca to host 2016 International Golf Travel Market
- Tourists played 600,000 rounds of golf in Mallorca in 2015 (Asociacion de Campos de Golf de Mallorca)
- Taylor Wimpey España’s new Marina Golf development located next to Mallorca’s iconic Santa Ponsa III Golf Club
The beautiful Balearic island of Mallorca is preparing to set the golf world alight as it plays host to the International Golf Travel Market (IGTM) this November. Emerging as a leading European golf destination, this international event will attract a global audience who will come to discover all that Mallorca has to offer, from the first tee off to the 19th hole.
During 2015, tourists played 600,000 rounds of golf on the island and the Asociacion de Campos de Golf de Mallorca (ACGM) are excited for this figure to continue to grow. Federico Knuchel, president of the ACGM is passionate about golf in Mallorca and is looking forward to welcoming this year’s IGTM. He explains, “We would like to increase [the rounds of golf played on the island] by five percent every year. We think Mallorca offers real quality and value for golfers and we are hoping to show that to as many people as possible.”
Leading Spanish homebuilder Taylor Wimpey España is answering this growing demand for access to Mallorca’s stunning golf facilities with its new project Marina Golf. Located next to the iconic Santa Ponsa III Golf Club, their most recent residential complex offers direct access to one of Mallorca’s most exclusive golf courses. Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director, explains more,
“The IGTM event will showcase Mallorca as the idyllic location for golf, with at least 300 days of sunshine a year and a choice of over 20 picturesque courses suitable for golfers of all abilities. We have definitely noticed an increase in enquiries for property on the island. With Mallorca becoming an essential stop on the golf tourism world circuit, we would expect this growth to continue on a positive trajectory as more and more potential buyers look for properties within walking distance of the island’s best golf courses.”
Alongside the glorious sunshine and scenic fairways, Mallorca’s golf courses can also provide their visitors with a healthy workout, without the regimented gym environment. A report by Walker Research Group, LLC for the World Golf Foundation and GOLF 20/20, revealed that the total caloric expenditure for an 18-hole round is approximately 2,000 calories.
Outlining golf’s overwhelming health benefits, the study went on to show that when walking 18-holes of golf, blood glucose levels fall by up to 20% in young people, 10% for those who are middle-aged, and 30% for more senior players. Combining valuable exercise with enjoyable leisure time is further increasing the popularity of Mallorca’s golfing industry, which is set to reach new heights this year.
Marina Golf is in an excellent location, surrounded by some of the ACGM’s top golf courses on the island including Golf Santa Ponsa I, II and III, which are right next to the development, as well as the Golf de Andratx, Golf de Poniente and Bendinat Golf.
With prices starting from just €400,000+VAT, this Mediterranean style village has spacious, 3 bedroom properties with private terraces, gardens and private parking spaces. In the communal area there is a swimming pool for the exclusive use of owners, surrounded by a solarium area with views over the golf course and a large communal garden. There are also changing rooms, showers and toilets.
Every townhouse has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with air conditioning, under floor heating in the bathrooms, double-glazing, a security oor, TV aerial and satellite dish. In order to ensure the maximum amount of light the properties are southwest facing and have several terrace areas so the sun can be enjoyed for most of the day.
For more information please contact Taylor Wimpey España today on 08000 121 020 or visit http://taylorwimpeyspain.com for more information. If you reside outside of the UK you will need to call 00 34 971 706 244.