The 13th edition of the Simone Thion de la Chaume Trophy took place at Chantaco Golf course in Saint Jean de Luz, France, from the 6th until the 8th of April 2011.
Under the friendly smile of Simone Thion de la Chaume, wife of the legendary René Lacoste and pioneer of the French and European women golf, senior international players competed during 3 rounds of stroke play, a cut after 2 rounds qualifying the best 60 players.

Created in 1999 by Catherine Lacoste, in honour of her mother, this international senior open hasn’t stop tending towards the highest level while respecting the tradition of golf. In 10 years, the limit of index of the players has been divided by 2 (today the limit is 9,4), and the number of participants has been limited due to the increasing number of requests.
Before each edition, the players look forward to knowing the colour of the Lacoste tournament shirt: it sets the tone of the competition and is the subject of a large number of guesses from one year to the next.
The Trophy of the Tournament is entrusted for one year to the winner. Virginie Burrus, France, became the winner for the third time of the 13th edition at Chantaco Golf as she has won the last three editions (Palmares: 2009, 2010 and 2011).
This edition was even more exceptional as the happy winner got a special stay & play weekend package at Arcos Gardens. Congratulations Virginie!

Starting in July 2011, Arcos Gardens will be offering children between the ages of 7 and 13 years old, the chance to participate in a summer camp where they can take adventage of the resort's first class personnel and facilities.
The camp will be mainly focused on learning golf and the Spanish language, both through classes and direct experience. In addition, campers will also have the chance to enjoy other on site activities and sports, like swimming, tennis, biking and horseback riding, as well as participate in day trips designed to bring the children closer to the culture and beauty of Andalusia.

With this initiative children will have the opportunity to learn golf at one of the best courses in all of Europe. Already the site of a European Challenge Amateur and a European Tour Qualifying School event, Arcos Gardens is also the winter home to many of Europe's leading Golf Federations.

Another unique feauture of this programme is the special offer for parents to come and stay at Arcos Gardens, whether it is for a weekend or a longer stay, to enjoy the resort's accommodations and amenities all at special reduced prices. Let your children enjoy such a great experience!

For Summer Camp information & reservations, please contact:
Contact: Cristina Mora-Figueroa - Telephone: (+34) 607 800 108 - Email: cmora@grupofmf.com

The majority of holiday home owners do not have the opportunity to use their property for more than 4 weeks. Therefore, shared or fractional ownership is the perfect solution for those wanting a second home without the responsibility or expense that comes with maintaining a property all year around.
With Fractional Ownership, you have the opportunity to buy 3 and 6 weeks use per year in our luxurious, high specification, four bedrooms with four en-suite bathrooms Villas Jacarandas situated on the front line of our championship golf course.

Each owner retains full freehold rights to the property for their respective share. Just as with whole ownership, shares can be sold or bequeathed at any time.
There are no restrictions only benefits. All running and maintenance costs are equally shared amongst the owners, substantially reducing the burden of owning your own holiday home.

In addition you have will have all the benefits of being a fractional owner. Some of the benefits include:

� Full freehold rights to the property
� Golf Club Memberships for two people during his/her stay
� Membership in The Registry Collection
� Full on-site property management services with shared maintenance costs
� Ability to participate in the rental program

Priced at �125.000 per three weeks share or �235.000 per six weeks share, now is the time to find out what it is like to be an owner at Arcos Gardens.

For more information regarding our Shared Ownership packages please feel free to contact us by phone + 34 956 701 694 or via email at fractions@arcosgardens.com

Festival de Jerez 2011 is confirmed as today's largest flamenco dancing showcase. Different trends come together on the bill of the fifteenth edition, which is to be held from February 25th to March 12th, 2011.

The program opens with the premiere of �Danzacal� by the Antonio el Pipa Company and closes with Eva Yerbabuena�s new show, �Cuando yo era��. Between both shows, there will be over fifty performances such as �En la horma de sus zapatos� by Isabel Bay�n, �Tranquilo alboroto� by Rub�n Olmo, �Suspiro flamenco� by Manuela Carrasco, �Tres� by Bel�n Maya, ��ngel� by �ngel Mu�oz and �Cambio de tercio� by Nuevo Ballet Espa�ol. The bill of this fifteenth edition is completed by cante recitals, concerts, workshops, encounters with maestros and the training program, which offers over a thousand places to students from all over the world.

Theatre, music, dance and flamenco make up the programme of the Villamarta Theatre in the centre of Jerez. This cultural centre is not only home to the Jerez Flamaneco Festival, but also hosts yearly festivals dedicated to the theatre, ballet and opera and festures big names from the national and international circuit.

Festival de Jerez 2011 Performance Schedule at Teatro Villamarta (Jerez):

25.02.11. 21:00 hrs. - Compa��a Antonio El Pipa
26.02.11. 21:00 hrs. - La Farruca
27.02.11. 21:00 hrs. � Ballet Shoji Kojima Flamenco
28.02.11. 21:00 hrs. � Compa��a de baile Javier Bar�n
02.03.11. 21:00 hrs. - Compa��a Rub�n Olmo
03.03.11. 21:00 hrs. - Compa��a Javier Latorre
04.03.11. 21:00 hrs. - Isabel Bay�n Compa��a Flamenca
05.03.11. 21:00 hrs. - Miguel P�veda
06.03.11. 21:00 hrs. - Compa��a Rosario Toledo
07.03.11. 21:00 hrs. - Olga Pericet
08.03.11. 21:00 hrs. - Compa��a Manuela Carrasco
10.03.11. 21:00 hrs. - Compa��a Mercedes Ru�z
11.03.11. 21:00 hrs. - Compa��a Rojas & Rodriguez. Nuevo Ballet Espa�ol
12.03.11. 21:00 hrs. - Eva Yerbabuena Ballet Flamenco

If you want to learn more about the XV Festival de Jerez, please visit the web site www.festivaldejerez.es

Let's Go!

The Formula one circus arrives in Jerez. Our readers will be glad to hear that Jerez will once again be hosting a pre-season testing session on the weekend of 10th to the 13th February 2011 at the Circuito de Jerez. Although many are counting down to the season-opening Bahrain GP in March, there's plenty going on in the world of F1 before we hit the desert.

McLaren's new car will be launched on 4th February in Berlin ahead of a track debut in the second pre-season test at Jerez. McLaren has revealed Lewis Hamilton will be at the wheel of their 2011 car when it makes its track debut at Jerez on February 10. Hamilton will sample the MP4-26 on the first day of the test before handing the car over to team mate Jenson Button for the second day of running at the Spanish circuit.
Spain is probably the warmest European country, so it makes sense testing in Jerez Race Track. Plus Spain is fun!

As usual the testing sessions are open to the public and are a great opportunity to grab a slice of F1 action at a fraction of the normal cost. Entrance is 10 euros for general entrance or 20 euros for a VIP ticket which gives you access to the stand by the pits. Children between the age of 3 and 14 years pay half price.

Tickets must be obtained at the circuit box office on the day of testing (tickets cannot be purchased in advance). The box office is open from 8 am; testing takes place from 9 am to 5 pm with public admittance from 10 am to 5 pm. For more information, visit www.circuitodejerez.com

If you are planning to be in the area for the 4 days Pre-Season Testing, enjoy our special "February Favourite Package" at Arcos Gardens and don't miss the opportinity to see the big F1 teams up close. It only takes 15 minutes to drive from Arcos Gardens!
For Reservations: E-mail: recepcion@arcosgardens.com - Telephone: +34 956 704 131

Arcos Gardens is pleased to announce the building of the new sports facilities on site in January 2011, to be completed for the next spring. This exciting build underlines our confidence in the future of Arcos Gardens and our pursuit of excellence in all areas, golf, residential, hotel and sporting, and our determination to provide the very best facilities for our residents, members and visitors.

The building will include 2 artificial grass tennis courts with glass fencing, 2 artificial grass paddel with glass fencing, an artificial grass multi-activity zone for playing and a playground area for children.

The new sports area will be sited close to the pool area of the Cortijo Fain and the Club House, and the facilities are expected to be fully operational in May 2011.

We are excited to expand and improve our facilities to assure we can meet the future needs of our exclusive community

This Christmas we will enjoy the beauty and singularity of the Live Nativity Scene in Arcos de la Frontera, declared of Tourist interest for Andalucia, not only because it takes place in one of the most beautiful village of Spain but for the public massive assistance that swamp the streets of this locality.
The representation it�ll take place on the December the 18Th at 18:30 H with the entrance of the three Kings to the Cuesta del Belen street to conclude at 23:30 H. However the appeal is such that well into the early hours of the morning every corner of the historical centre is buzzing with life and with visitors enjoying the beauty of the town and the magic that the night brings and its characters inspire.

This event will count with around four Hundred participants that will be staging the birth of Jesus Christ, shepherds, Angels, the three Kings, Jesus and the manger, the mule and the Ox.
You must assist to this grand and unique event!

Arcos Gardens is excited to share with you the new autumn offer that you will be able to enjoy during the month of December 2010 to celebrate the end of the year. Yes you heard right, during the autumn season in the community of Arcos Gardens, we are going to furnish our three last remaining units so you can enjoy your new dream home from the moment you purchase it and at the same price.
Exclusive luxury townhouse offering a built area of 135 m2 over two floors, completely furnished overlooking holes 1 and 9 in our championship golf course, from 354.400�. (Offer valid until December 31st, 2010).

Every house at Arcos Golf Gardens near Cadiz has a spacious open-plan design that affords plenty of natural light, with stunning views over the 1st and 9th holes of the golf course. The living area covers the whole ground floor maximising natural light entry and the quick circulation of warm and cool air. Each is fitted with a large fireplace for those cosy winter evenings, fully fitted kitchens with Siemens appliances, and top quality marble flooring throughout. The bedrooms are large - the master suite with a private terrace and the second bedroom has a balcony - and both have en-suite bathrooms with under-floor heating and high quality fittings. Owners of the townhouses in the heart of the Costa de la Luz have the opportunity to enter our fully serviced rental programme, allowing owners to earn income, while enjoying the fabulous benefits of their property. The Fairway Gardens townhouses are complete and the last few units are ready for immediate occupation.

For more information about our autumn promo, please call our sales team on + 34 956 701 694 or email us at info@arcosgardens.com

On Thursday the 25th of November, Arcos Gardens working with their partner Luxury Investment Properties participated in an event at the �Curie 25 clubhouse in London, England. �Curie 25 is the premier provider of fractional supercar ownership in the UK.

This new alliance between Arcos Gardens and �Curie 25 will allow all owners and members the chance to join �Curie 25. With memberships starting at �3000 , �Curie 25 will make all your supercar dreams come true.

For more information regarding �Curie25 please visit www.ecurie25.co.uk

We are pleased to announce a new addition to our ownership opportunities here at Arcos Gardens. Beginning this November you have the opportunity to buy 3 weeks of Shared Ownership in our luxurious,high specification, four bedroom, four bathroom Villas Jacarandas situated on the front line of our golf course.

This 3 week package offers one fixed week per year and 2 floating weeks of usage. In addition you have will have all the benefits of being a fractional owner. Some of the benefits include:

� Full freehold rights to the property

� Golf Club Memberships for two people during his/her stay

� Membership in The Registry Collection

� Full on-site property management services with shared maintenance costs

� Ability to participate in the rental program

Priced at �125.000.00 per three week share, now is the time to find out what it is like to be an owner at Arcos Gardens.

For more information regarding our Shared Ownership packages please contact our sales team on +34 956 701 694 or email us at fractions@arcosgardens.com

Arcos Gardens is excited to share with you the new autumn offer that you will be able to enjoy during the months of November and December 2010. Yes you heard right, during the autumn season in the community of Arcos Gardens, we are going to furnish our three last remaining units so you can enjoy your new dream home from the moment you purchase it and at the same price.

Exclusive luxury townhouse offering a built area of 135 m2 over two floors, completely furnished overlooking holes 1 and 9 in our championship golf course, from 354.400�. (Offer valid until December 31st, 2010).

Every house at Arcos Golf Gardens near Cadiz has a spacious open-plan design that affords plenty of natural light, with stunning views over the 1st and 9th holes of the golf course. The living area covers the whole ground floor maximising natural light entry and the quick circulation of warm and cool air. Each is fitted with a large fireplace for those cosy winter evenings, fully fitted kitchens with Siemens appliances, and top quality marble flooring throughout. The bedrooms are large - the master suite with a private terrace and the second bedroom has a balcony - and both have en-suite bathrooms with under-floor heating and high quality fittings. Owners of the townhouses in the heart of the Costa de la Luz have the opportunity to enter our fully serviced rental programme, allowing owners to earn income, while enjoying the fabulous benefits of their property. The Fairway Gardens townhouses are complete and the last few units are ready for immediate occupation.

For more information about our autumn promo, please call our sales team on + 34 956 701 694 or email us at info@arcosgardens.com

Don't miss out!

Arcos Gardens presented an exhibition of paintings by Spanish artist Kim Soler, emtitled "Entre Luces y Sombras". The exhibition was held from 1st October 2010 to 3rd October 2010. We had a wonderful evening viewing Kim�s paintings and many admirers visited our Cortijo Fain and appreciated the artist works.
Kim Soler presented a selection of his work and the exhibition featured 50 paintings from his collection, revealing his indisputable savoir faire, his skill and his profound knowledge when it comes to creating new colours.

We have had such a great feedback from all the visitors to the exhibition and they very much enjoyed the event.

In the fairground, 22 bars were opened on 29 September, to celebrate St. Michael's Day, the patron saint of the city, with plenty of music and dancing along with amusements rides and all the fun of the fair. The Feria included a horse spectacle as well as a chance to admire some local horsemen and womn and the fabulous "sevillanas" dance.

The Arcos Gardens team were met to say goodbye to the summer and welcome in the autumn, enjoying the best local food and wine, woth a taste of Andalusia, characterising one of the most beautiful corners of Spain, where the doors open onto the White Villages Route.

Arcos Gardens were present at the Fractional Life Expo 2010 London Epex 2010 in Venues in the heart if the City of London
A wide range of exhibitors including UK and overseas property, super car clubs, a dress hire agency and even a truffle tree plantation promoted their fractional ownership and asset sharing products to the affluent City audience at Broadgate Event Venues.
The Expo exhibitors have donated a fantastic range of prizes, including various UK and overseas holidays, a driving day in a Ferrari, dress rental, golf equipment and a truffle tree.

As well as potential consumers, the Expo also attracted a large number of property professionals keen to find out more about the fractional ownership model.
Fractional ownership within the property sector is booming at present. Simply because so many people would like holiday homes, but don't want the hassle and expense of owning real estate they can only use a few weeks at a time. However, they do want the value, equity and other benefits associated with property ownership. This is where fractional ownership comes in the form of fractional real estate, and you own a freehold share in the property.
We've had a good exhibition, with good leads people who are going to come up and see our properties, and lots of people coming to the stand

Thanks to all those who attended and visited our stand.

Arcos Gardens is pleased to announce it has been named as the country�s Best Golf Development at the 2010 International Property Awards, held on Friday 24th September at the Park Lane Hotel in London�s Mayfair.
The International Property Awards is an annual celebration of the finest achievements across the globe in residential and commercial property. The objective of these awards is to recognise excellence in the property industry worldwide and to promote an international standard, and it is the world�s most prestigious competition that seeks to identify the best real estate professionals across the globe.

Arcos Gardens won an award in the category of Best Golf Development Spain. By Novaterra Resorts winning one of these coveted awards, it is clear that we are not only capable of competing at this level but can also triumph within the highly competitive Europe and Africa property arenas.
The award is particularly pleasing for the developers of Arcos Gardens, Novaterra Resorts, as it is the recognition of the quality and standard of this unique resort set in the stunning countryside of C�diz province near the picturesque town of Arcos � an area that many refer to as �The Real Spain�.
The 440 acre development in a former olive grove has been transformed into a leading golf destination featuring a championship 18-hole course that was recently named one of Europe�s Top 100.
Congratulations to the AG team for this award!

Arcos Gardens were pesent in one of the most important golf events in the European Tour celebrated at Bro Hof Slott Golf Course in Sweden from July 22nd to the 25th.
Richard Johnson of Sweden won the Scandinavian Masters on Sunday, making a 30-foot birdie putt at the last hole to shoot a 1-under 71 and finish a stroke clear of Rafa Echenique of Argentina. Johnson who shared the overnight lead with South Korea's K.J. Choi, finished with a total of 11-under 277 at Stockolm's Bro Hof Slott

British Open champion Louis Oosthuizen (73) was tied for fourth place with Brett Rumford of Australia (69) and New Zealand's Mark Brown (71). Choi had dropped out of contention after shooting two double bogeys in a 78.
Echenique replaced Johnson as leader after making birdies at the 12th and 13th holes. The two were tied again at the 18th before Johnson holed his 30-foot put to win his second European Tour title. Echenique was very disappointed because he played really well, but that's golf.
Arcos Gardens had the opportinuty to meet many visitors at our stand as Swedish golfers know very well that the Swedish Golf Federation have chosen our golf course as the official Winter Training Facility. As a result of our participation, we had many bookings for the next season. At the end of the golf event , we made a draw to win a Callaway golf bag. The winner's name will be published in the next Newsletter.

Once again we would ike to thank everybody who visited our stand at Bro Hof Slott

Arcos Gardens were present recently at the London EPEX 2010 at the Brompton Hall in Earl's Court Exhibition Centre and the project proved very popular, with several clients due to visit the resort in the coming months.

The show is unique in the world of property exhibitions and are the only exhibitions of their kind to focus solely on truly luxury property. Companies from literally all over the world exhibited at EPEX 2010 - Canada, USA, The Bahamas, Cayman ISlands, Barbados, Panama, Thailand, Australia, New Zealand, Poland, Dubai, Malaysia, China, United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Switzerland, South Africa, Slovakia, Morocco, Turkey, Cyprus, Croatia, Montenegro, Greece, Portugal, Spain, France, Monaco, Italy, Andorra, Russia, The Netherlands, Scotland, Ireland and England.
We really want to thank all our visitors for their interest and great comments

Fractional Ownership at Arcos Gardens makes sense. The majority of holiday home owners do not have the opportunity to use their property for more than 4 weeks.
Therefore, shared or fractional ownership is the perfect solution for those wanting a second home without the responsibility or expense that comes with maintaining a property all year around.
With Fractional Ownership, each property is owned by eight people that enjoy six weeks use per year. Each owner retains full freehold rights to the property for their respective share. Just as with whole ownership, shares can be sold or bequeathed at any time.

There are no restrictions only benefits. All running and maintenance costs are equally shared amongst the owners, substantially reducing the burden of owning your own holiday home.
To receive your free guide to fractional ownership at Arcos Gardens please feel free to contact us by phone +34 956 701 694 or via email at fractional@arcosgardens.com

Come and visit our beautiful Villas Grazalema and Jacaranda. Now you can visit our show villas. We are here 7 days a week from 9am to 6pm or make an appointment +34 956 701 694.

Last weekend, the Spanish Championships of Traditional Archery and Open Air Archery were held in Cambrils (Tarragona). Amongst the competitors were two Andalucian archers from Cadiz, one of them our dear colleague José Juan Arias Guerrero. We are delighted to announce that José Juan, member of the Arcos Archers Club in Cádiz was proclaimed Open-Air Champion, while Cristóbal Fraidias Marin of the Algar Archers Club also in Cádiz, was crowned Champion in the traditional archery category, both fantastic achievements for these Andalucian archers.

José Juan demonstrated why he has thus far gained more points at the national level than any other archer. In a thrilling final, after going 5 – 1 down, Juan José made use of his arduous training and great experience of other finals to pull back and level the scores. With the final arrow of the competition, José Juan shot the maximum score possible to go on and lift the trophy and achieve the title of Spanish National Champion. The spectacular fight back was very much appreciated by all those present and warranted a special mention when he was presented with his well deserved medal.

This year 2010 has been the first time that an archer has been proclaimed Champion twice in the same year in two different categories of archery. A couple of months ago José Juan became champion of the Long Bow category which was held in La Rioja, and now this second achievement in the Open Air category.

This shows his commitment and dedication as well as the necessary skill to form part of the national team to compete in the next European Championships. After winning four national titles, it will be almost impossible not to include our rising young star to represent Spain in international competitions.

Our Congratulations to José Juan!! Our Champion at Arcos Gardens!!!

Arcos Gardens is delighted to offer our clients a new fabulous accomodation to share and enjoy with your friends and family your stay in Arcos Gardens
Our front line villas offer beautiful views of the 18th and 10th holes and are designed to provide our clients maximum comfort and relax.
Our Jacaranda villas have been cared to the smallest detail and decorated with exquisite taste. They have fully equipped and furnished kitchens, air conditioning, under floor heating throughout the house, home cinema, Bang and Olufsen surround system, swimming pool and Jacuzzi.

If you are planning your next holidays, please do not hesitate to contact us for further information regarding rates and packages including golf, spa or any other service we might be able to provide for you. We will be delighted to assist you and welcome you!

Information and reservation: recepcion@arcosgardens.com -Tel: +34 956 704 131.

We would like to offer our warmest congratulations to our colleague José Juan Arias Guerrero who was crowned Champion for the Longbow in the 3rd Spanish Championships that was held on 27th and 28th February 2010 in Calahorra (La Rioja).
This was another title to add to his collection, but this time in a different category to the one he normally practices.
Well Done José!! Keep it up and we will be sure to see you winning more championships.

The Longbow is the traditional English bow (as used by Robin Hood!) and shoots long wooden arrows. This form of archery is all about accuracy and precision and requires great concentration and physical fitness.
José Juan has started this year in great form, and after winning trophies in the Provincial and Andalucian competitions, progressed to the national championships whose finals were held on 27th February (which coincided with “Andalucia Day”). In the final he faced last year’s champion, an archer from the Principality of Asturias and after a close competition, walked away with the title - a prize that he wants to share with all his colleagues at Arcos Gardens.
José Juan was archery champion of Spain in 2008 and 2009 and took 5 years to win the four forms of competitive archery. In May he will participate in the “Absolute Champion of traditional archery in Cambrils (Tarragona).

Madrid Golf 2009 concludes with a reamrkable success of visitors and trade activity. The show grows to currently become one of the golf meeting points in Europe and the number of visitors increases compared to the 2008 venue. This success confirms the quality and the comprehemsive rage of exhibitors that attended the fair.
Madrid Golf 09 has become the reference for the golf industry in Spain and Europe, and therefore the "meeting point" for the golf sector. This explains how the fair counted on the presence of Gurus like Don Ross and Simon Holmes, as well as the Moon Masters School, attending all visitors' requests.

We are delighted to announce that our new clubhouse is now open. Positioned in front of the ninth green, it is destined to become the heart and soul for the golfing community.

The Clubhouse is of a grand design with a high open beamed ceiling and consists of:

Private members salon with a cosy snug TV area

Large open plan dining room reaching out onto the terrace serving international cuisine.

The bar and open fireplace, a place for stories to be told.

Large terraces so that all can relax in the sun and enjoy the golfing views.

Mens and ladies locker-rooms.

A large 2 tier putting green will be in front of the Clubhouse restaurant terrace.

Pro-shop servicing all your golfing and tennis needs with brands including Lacoste, Polo Ralph Lauren and Burberry.

And last, but not least, a luxury Day Spa with treatment rooms, a golfers stretching gym, Jacuzzi and saunas.

Xerez will be mixing it among the elite for the first time in their history. On their 62 years of life this will be the first time to be part of this internationally well known league.
With one more round of the Spanish 2º Division left to be played next week, the three teams that will go up to the "LIGA" - 1º Division next season have been decided this afternoon. They are Xerez (Jerez), Tenerife & Real Zaragoza. Xerez defeated 2-1 Huesca to secure their 3º spot, with Hercules missing out. The top three in the Segunda Division will replace Recreativo Huelva, Numancia and Real Betis in the Primera Liga.
Congratulations to Esteban Vigo. With his knowlege, perseverence and his team´s hard work they have made history.
Arcos Gardens is delighted to have Esteban Vigo, Xerez Football Club´s coach and his wife Geni Ustarroz, as one of our valued owners.

For the second year running, we had the honour of receiving a group of golfers from Iceland.
During their 10 days of stay and unlimited golf, the 33 golf players enjoyed the Arcos Gardens Complex facilities.

The Arcos Gardens team is looking forward to welcome them again next year!

Arcos Gardens actively participated in one of the biggest indoor golf event in the Benelux at the RAI. From the 6th to 8th of March 2009, Amsterdam Golf, the largest indoor golf event in the Netherlands, has demonstrated spectacular innovation in range of top-class exhibitors, lively entertainments and numerous original golf activities.More than hundred exhibitors presented an interesting range of products to the enthusiast visitors who really liked to test and buy here.

The trick- and fashion shows at the Arena were highly appreciated by all ages. From young to elder, from starter to professional, many played for the 27 meters long putt, the Hole-in-One and the Longest Drive and some won nice golf prizes. The major improvement will be in the large increase in the number of high-quality shops participating at the exhibition. In addition to Golf Plaza, a host of other providers of equipment, accessories and clothing will be displaying their products. Exciting shopping were ensured, and visitor were in the right place at the right time to benefit from the many attractive offers available - especially for fabulous golfing destinations and smart real estate opportunities. Almost 11.000 visitors came to the RAI venue to enjoy a day out full of golf. From the positive feedback from visitors, exhibitors and professionals we learned again that Amsterdam Golf turns to be a good tradition at the start of a new golfing season.

The Finnish player, Minna Kaarnalahti spoiled the opportunity for Marta Estany to become the first Spanish player in eight years to hold the title, Spanish Senior Female Individual Champion. The Catalonian player, had a great recovery in the second round and had the opportunity of going all the way, but the Nordic player did not hand over the triumph.

Minna Kaarnalahti, who teed up in the tournament with the second best handicap of all 70 competitors, (1.4), she showed her quality in the second round, by shooting a round of 73 (4 shots better than her first round), which gives the total score of 150 shots, which turned to be enough to capture the win.

At the same time, Marta Estany was unfortunate during the first round, she spoiled her chances to bring the title back to Spain. Her 80 hits in the first day were forgotten thanks to the 72 shots she got in the second day, the best score collected during the two days of the competition.

Marta Estany were not able to beat Minna Kaarnalahti but she got the second position with 152 hits and thereby also the best Spanish player in tournament.

RESULTS:
1- Minna Kaarlahti (Fin) 150 (77 + 73)
2- Marta Estany (Spa) 152 (80 + 72)
3- Diane Williams (Can) 153 (75 + 78)

The price-giving was made by Mrs. Emma Villacieros, ex-president from the Spanish Golf Federation and Catherine Lacoste as Arcos Gardens representative.

The 19th of December the Arcos Gardens ´team enjoyed one more year of the Christmas Staff Party celebrated in Maintenance warehouse.

The players of the Staff Tournament 2008 at Arcos Gardens were the first ones beginning the event. At 8:00 they were ready for the tee-off.

The Barbecue started at 14:00 followed by a party where the team of Arcos Gardens were eating, drinking, singing and dancing until 19:00.

The karaoke, the gifts ´draw, the Christmas presents and the Director´s speech, Ashley Northridge, were some of the most intensive moments experienced in the event.

An honourable mention deserve the winners of the competition: Ismael Jaen, Golf Department (18 holes competition) and Breogán Peña, Golf Maintenance (9 holes competition).

Congratulations both of you!

The blonde bunker faces of Arcos Gardens have arrived early this year.

This intentional effect is created to make a contrast between the bunker faces and the lush green over seeded fairways and roughs and we hope you like this as much as we do.

So how do we do it? Well the course as two different types of grass, the base grass is our summer grass and is called Bermuda 328. During the winter this grass goes dormant and turns golden. To prevent the entire course going golden we over seed the golf course during the winter with rye which is a dark green coloured cool season grass but we do not over seed the bunker faces. This year due to an unusual early cold snap which has seen us having several frosts the Bermuda has turned dormant much earlier.
During the spring the Bermuda grass wakes up again and this contrast disappears for another season.

We hope you enjoy our blonde bunkers faces the time you play!

The blonde bunker faces of Arcos Gardens have arrived early this year.

This intentional effect is created to make a contrast between the bunker faces and the lush green over seeded fairways and roughs and we hope you like this as much as we do.

So how do we do it? Well the course as two different types of grass, the base grass is our summer grass and is called Bermuda 328. During the winter this grass goes dormant and turns golden. To prevent the entire course going golden we over seed the golf course during the winter with rye which is a dark green coloured cool season grass but we do not over seed the bunker faces. This year due to an unusual early cold snap which has seen us having several frosts the Bermuda has turned dormant much earlier.
During the spring the Bermuda grass wakes up again and this contrast disappears for another season.

We hope you enjoy our blonde bunkers faces the time you play!

Arcos Gardens has lived up to its billing as one of the world’s most exciting new communities by winning “Best Development Spain” and winning the only ‘Gold’ awarded in this category at the Homes Overseas Awards 2008. The ceremony took place at Grosvenor House, London on the 28th November and they are the only international property awards were every nominated development is visited by a judge. In addition, Arcos Gardens picked up a Silver Award for the best Worldwide Golf Development. We are pleased to celebrate these achievements for our residents as recognition of our pursuit to develop excellent facilities surrounded by a world class golf course and the finest homes and service.

The Swedish Golf Federation Boys and Men´s Team have stayed at Arcos Gardens during a week for their winter training. The group of 11 players has been using our Practice Facilities under the control of 4 Swedish coaches (at the bottom in the picture from left to right):

Henrik Lundqvist - COACH TECHNIQUE SWGT
Anders Myhrberg - SWEDISH PGA
Richard Lindberg - COACH BOYS TEAM
Peter Svallin - COACH MEN´S TEAM

The players at the top in the picture from left to right:

Pontus Gad – MEN´S TEAM
Niclas Carlsson – BOYS TEAM
Mathias Nordquist – MEN´S TEAM
Mattias Johansson – BOYS TEAM
Oskar Arvidsson – BOYS TEAM
Björn Åkesson – MEN´S TEAM
Alexander Wennstam – BOYS TEAM
Joakim Lagergren – BOYS TEAM
Robin Kokocinski – BOYS TEAM
Anders Larsson – MEN´S TEAM
Adam Ström – BOYS TEAM

They had a great time and Arcos Garden´s team looks forward to seeing them again very soon.

Christmas time is coming and Arcos Gardens is ready and willing to make you enjoy it.
Come and celebrate the season with our delightful Christmas menu.

For more information and reservations please call: +34 956 704 131

Another display of sumptuous strokeplay from home favourite Santiago Luna saw the experienced Spaniard stretch his lead to seven shots at Arcos Gardens on day three of The European Tour Qualifying School – Second Stage in Arcos.

Below top ten results:

POS- Name-----Country---R1-R2-R3-Total
1.Santiago LUNA (ESP) - 66/69/66/201
2.James MORRISON (ENG) - 69/70/69/208
3.James RUTH (ENG) - 70/72/66/208
4.Simon THORNTON (IRL) - 67/70/72/209
5.Dennis KÜPPER (GER) - 71766/73/210
6.Jamie LITTLE (ENG) - 68/72/70/210
7.Adrien BERNADET (FRA) - 71/71/68/210
8.Matt FORD (ENG) - 68/71/71/210
9.Brett A TAYLOR (ENG) - 74/66/71/211
10.Eirik Tage JOHANSEN (NOR) - 71/71/69/211
11.Carlos AGUILAR (ESP) - 71/70/70/211
12.Marco SOFFIETTI (ITA) 70/73/68/211
13.Gavin DEAR (AM) (SCO) - 71/71/69/211

In the picture we can see Santiago Luna leading again in the second round played today, 6th November.

Below the Top Ten results:

Pos Name -------Country --To Par-- R1- R2- Total
1 LUNA Santiago ESP -9/ 66/ 69/ 135
2 KÜPPER Dennis GER -7/ 71/ 66/ 137
3 THORNTON Simon IRL -7/ 67/ 70/ 137
4 ELIASSON Mattias SWE -6/ 68/ 70/ 138
5 DAVIES Gareth ENG -5/ 67/ 72/ 139
6 FORD Matt ENG -5/ 68/ 71/ 139
7GILL Chris ENG -5/ 74/ 65/ 139
8JOAKIMIDES Nicolas FRA -5/ 69/ 70/ 139
9MORRISON James ENG -5/ 69/ 70/ 139
10TERRENI Paolo ITA -5/ 68/ 71/ 139
11TONELLI (AM) Giacomo ITA -5/ 70/ 69/ 139

A sunny day at Arcos Gardens for the 1st day of the tournament saw a fine round of 66 by the Spanish player Santiago Luna.

Top ten results below:

1 LUNA Santiago-ESP -6/ 66/ 66
2 DAVIES Gareth-ENG -5/ 67/ 67
3 KIND (AM) Richard-NED -5/ 67/ 67
4 THORNTON Simon-IRL -5/ 67/ 67
5 ELIASSON Mattias-SWE -4/ 68/ 68
6 FORD Matt-ENG -4/ 68/ 68
7 LITTLE Jamie-ENG -4/ 68/ 68
8 ORMSBY Wade-AUS -4/ 68/ 68
9 TERRENI Paolo-ITA -4/ 68/ 68
10 CLÉMENT Julien-SUI -3/ 69/ 69
11 HAYLOCK Thomas-ENG -3/ 69/ 69
12 JOAKIMIDES Nicolas-FRA -3/ 69/ 69
13 MORRISON James-ENG -3/ 69/ 69
14 NILSSON Ake-SWE -3/ 69/ 69
15 PFAU Christoph-AUT -3/ 69/ 69

Arcos Gardens welcome the players of the Qualifying School,who will be working hard on the Driving Range for the competition which will run from Wednesday the 5th to Saturday the 8th.

Nice to see you again and the best of lucks!

We want to congratulate Berry Erdergard, a member of Gotia group who came from Sweden to enjoy a marvellous stay and play week at Arcos Gardens, for the hole in one made today 17th October 2008.

Mr. Erdergard, handicap 9, used a seven iron on the 6th hole and the ball went straight into the hole.

This is the first hole in one we have had in 6th hole and we would like to congratulate him.
We hope you enjoy your prize!

A sunny and warm 16th of October saw our friend Ian Mason
visiting from England, the second hole in one on the 15th hole.
Mr. Mason is a regular client and we are very happy of his success.

Congratulations!

The IX Tournament Diputación de Cádiz was celebrated on the 14th of September with a really warm weather. A total of 76 players enjoyed taking part of this years prestegious event.
We can also mention the presence of Mr. Francisco Gonzalez Cabañas, President of Diputación de Cádiz who presided the prize giving.

Arcos Gardens would like to congratulate the winners and thank the participants for coming.

(In the picture, to the right, Steven Litchfield, who won the 1st Category for men, receiving the price from Mr. Francisco Gonzalez Cabañas)

Results:
FIRST CATEGORY GENTLEMEN (From Handicap 0 to 18,4)
1st- Litchfield, Steven- 40 points
2nd- Apraiz Buesa, Miguel- 39 points
3rd- Cejudo Galán, Jerónimo- 39 points

SECOND CATEGORY GENTLEMEN (From Handicap 18,5 to 36,4)
1st- Rodríguez Napoli, Jason- 40 points
2nd- Platero Moratilla, Ángel- 40 points
3rd- Chaves Camargo, Jose Manuel- 40 points

FIRST CATEGORY LADIES (From Handicap 0 to 21,0)
1st- Urrichi Alonso, Blanca- 36 points
2nd- Garzón Trancho, Almudena- 34 points
3rd- Maher dwens, Deirore- 33 points

SECOND CATEGORY LADIES (From Handicap 21,1 to 36,4)
1st- Maxwell, Joan- 32 points
2nd- Nuñez Paya, Concha- 31 points
3rd- Martinez Sánchez, Mª Dolores- 31 points

SCRATCH GENTLEMEN
Torres Corredor, Luis- 78 shots

SCRATCH LADIES
Maher Dwens, Deirore- 88 shots

NEAREST THE PIN GENTLEMEN
PASCUAL, David

NEAREST THE PIN LADIES
Justes, Nuria

LONGEST DRIVE GENTLEMEN
Luque, Jose Manuel

LONGEST DRIVE LADIES
Bernal, Nona

In Arcos Gardens we want to offer an exclusive Service to our clients, and there´s nothing better than the Client opinion to reach our goal . For that reason, you could find surveys in different points of the Club, which are picked up, analyzed and saved monthly.

A prize draw for a high-quality Golf Bag is done to reward and thank the clients´ opinions. In the picture, you can see our first winner, Greg Simmons accompanied by Mrs. Simmons and very happy with his prize.

Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Simmons from Arcos Gardens and thanks to all the clients who offered us their valuable opinions.

Best of lucks for the next one!

On the picture, Paco Gcía Soriano, President of Cancelada Golf, winner of the Nearest the Pin prize.

Saturday, 5th July could see a group of golfers from Cancelada Golf and Doñana Club the Golf gathering together to celebrate a tournament at Arcos Gardens and enjoying a marvellous day.

Prize Giving after the meal was plenty of gifts for the players.
They enjoyed the course and stated their wish for coming back soon.

Congratulations to the winners!

During the 28th and 29th June, Arcos Gardens was happy to host for the first time, two of the twenty tournaments of the 23rd Audi Class Tour edition. It is one of the most prestigious amateurs’ trophies where just Audi clients from all over Spain participate.

On average, 60 players per day, the result of both competitions was such a success that we could enjoy the players’ opinions about the admirable course conditions and excellent service.

It was a great pleasure for Arcos Gardens to host such a group of golf lovers during the two days, and we would like to wish them the best of luck for the final.

Mr. & Mrs. Gassmann are the first German residents in our wonderful Arcos Gardens residential community. Klaus and Uta first visited Arcos Gardens three months ago and they fell in love with the setting, which combines the tranquillity of the area with a strategic location, and an exceptional golf course surrounded by thousands of olive trees. They are a lovely family wishing to move here shortly to enjoy all our facilities. We are expecting to receive many German visitors in the near future because they are recommending Arcos Gardens to all their friends and partners as they are experiencing something really different.

A group of 32 golfers from the American Military Base of Rota visited Arcos Gardens on the 21st of June. Once again it was a pleasure to welcome them.
They enjoyed a marvellous sunny day of golf, offering always to us the best of their smiles.

Arcos Gardens is happy to see them again.

(On the picture, the organizer Raul Tellez in blue shirt with part of the group)

The gala dinner on 17th May at the Warner Studios in Hollywood was a wonderful success, raising a total of US$ 1,603,877 for Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, a new record.
The extraordinary annual collection of some of California's leading wineries and the world's top celebrity chefs is helping to lead the fight against cystic fibrosis. Over the past 18 years, the Culinary Evening with the California Winemasters has raised nearly $16 million for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

The mission of the CFF is to assure the development of the means to cure and control cystic fibrosis and to improve the quality of life for those with the disease. The event began eighteen years ago when Los Angeles residents Barbara and Allen Balik created a wine tasting and auction to benefit the CFF’s research and care programs. Today, “A culinary Evening with the California Winemasters” has evolved into one of the country’s largest single-day events and one of the top wine-related fundraisers.

It is an exciting event with wineries and great auctions items to bid on, all to benefit the CFF.
Condé Nast Johansens in cooperation with specific Spanish Luxury Hotels offered a wonderful hotel and trip package to visit Spain and get a chance to taste the best Spanish wines. Arcos Gardens has donated a delightful weekend package to enjoy our resort including a round of golf and a guided visit of the sherry wineries.

The CNJ package was sold, also at a record price, for US$ 32,000. All this money will be spent on CF research. There was such excitement about this amazing package. The interest in visiting this wonderful part of the world is just enormous.
The name of the highest bidder is JEFF REFOLD. He is well known in US TV circles, as the manager of Ryan Seacrest, the host of the American Idol programme, which it is the top programme in the US, and is into its seventh season.

On the 14th May, the II Edition of the Circuito de Golf de Cadiz was held at Arcos Gardens with Linksport as the main organizer.
The players enjoyed a marvelous day in spite of the warm weather. The Prize Giving counted with a big number of gifts for almost all the players.

On the picture, the winners according to the following categories:
1st CATEGORY (MEN)
1st Prize: Santiago Terry Merello with 34 points.
2nd Prize: Antonio de Alvear Davila with 34 points.

2nd CATEGORY (MEN):
1st Prize: Francisco Garrido Fernandez with 40 points.
2nd Prize: Angel Navarro Jimenez with 40 points.

3rd CATEGORY (MEN):
1st Prize: Jose Manuel Angulo Romero with 50 points.
2nd Prize: Rafael Barba Gallardo with 47 points.

LADIES CATEGORY:
1st Prize: Mª Isabel Durán Naharro with 40 points.
2nd Prize: Eva Mª García García with 36 points.

Arcos Gardens congratulates the winners and thanks to all the players their participation.
Hoping see all of them next year!

David Dixon representing Arcos Gardens captured his first European Tour title at the 108th attempt at the Saint-Omer Open in France. With a round of 66 shots (-5) on the final day Dixon managed to capture the win one shot ahead of Christian Nilsson (Sweden). For the win David receives 100 000€ in his bank account.

From Arcos Gardens we would like to congratulate David for his first win and we wish him best of luck for the rest of the season!! Go David!!

Last Sunday June the 8th was held in Arcos Gardens the II Social Club Tournament “Bahia de Algeciras”, sponsored by Kia Motor Trasur, S.A.
Arcos Gardens had the pleasure to welcome to the 99 golfers on a wonderful golf day.
The Tournament started with a shotgun at 9:40 a.m., ending with the following winners:
FIRST CATEGORY
First Prize: Alfonso Guisado Lumbreras, 38 points
Second Prize: Jens Lundin, 35 points
SECOND CATEGORY
First Prize: Francisco Periales Fernández, 42 points
Second Prize: Peter John Breakspear, 41 points
THIRD CATEGORY
First Prize: Fernando Barea Fernández, 43 points
Second Prize: Oscar Montilla Gómez, 37 points

We thank their participation to all golfers, as well as to the Club Bahia de Algeciras, and we hope to see them next year at Arcos Gardens.

On the 30th May, Arcos Gardens hosted La Luz Tournament, with aproximately 50 golfers wanting to enjoy a fun and wonderful day of golf.

The good weather completed this perfect day

On the picture, the winner of the Longest Drive.

On the picture from left to right: Alberto Yarte, Josefa Caro, Iñigo Muñoz Ybarra & Joaquín Macías.

The last 23rd May Arcos Gardens hosted the II Tournament La Ser- Iberdrola, a large event consisting on many people and several members of our Club.

For the non golfers an interesting Clinic was prepared in the Driving Range, counting also with trophies.

A marvelous barbecue in the gardens of our Restaurant was waiting both the golfers and guests.

Alberto Yarte del Toro, territorial Director of Recyclable Energy of Iberdrola in Extremadura closed the event with the Price Giving.
Iñigo Muñoz Ybarra was the winner of the first prize with 39. Josefa Caro, Mayoress of Arcos de la Frontera and the Director of the Town Planning , Joaquín Macías gave him the prize.

The winners:

1st CATEGORY:

Iñigo Muñoz Ybarra 39
Tomas Fernandez Halcón 38
Pedro Velasco Gómez 37

2nd CATEGORY:

Cesar Pérez Ibañez 45
Francisco Garrido Fernández 44
Tomás Muruzabal Sitges 42

The team of Arcos Gardens want to congratulate the winners.

The 15th of May surprises us with a spectacular view of a solar halo covering almost the whole extension of the patio.

The solar halo is conditioned by light refraction and light reflection of solar light when crashing with drops of water or, masses of cold air containing particles of ice.

Just Marvellous!

Anna Arrese is leading in the first round with a fantastic score of 70 (2 under par). Followed by two more Spanish ones, Ana Fernandez de Mesa (71) and Nerea Salaverria (72)

In the second round that is going to be celebrated tomorrow, 32 ladies will be classified to the final Match Play.

See results

ARRESE CORTADELLAS, ANNA 70
FERNANDEZ DE MESA SILONIZ,ANA 71
SALAVERRIA AZANZA, NEREA 72
HEDBERG BERTRAND, CAMILLA 74
GAGO JIMENEZ, MARTA 75
ROESSLER, NICOLA 75
PRAT CABALLERIA, MIREIA 75
TUSQUETS GONZALEZ, INES 76
PENTTILÄ, EMILY 76
SERRA CATASUS, BEATRIZ 76
JIMENEZ MARTIN, NOEMI 76
URCHEGUI GARCIA, ANE 76
TSCHIDA, MARIE 77
VIZCARRONDO BECEIRO, MAYTE 77
LORENTZEN, CHARLOTTE 77
CABALLE HERNANI, TERESA 77
BOEHM, KATHARINA 78
LOBATO MORENO, PATRICIA 78
WEISE, JENNIFER 78
JÖRGESEN, MALENE 78
MELO, ANA 79
SANCHEZ LOBATO, ROCIO 79
SCHLUND, NINA 79
FOLCH SOLA, ELIA 79
VILARASAU AMOROS, ANDREA 79
SANZ BARRIO, MARTA 80
QUEIPO DE LLANO CAMPOMANES,PATRICIA 80
JAUREGUI GARCIA, BEGOÑA 80
LOPEZ CABALLO, LOURDES ROCIO 80
PUISITE, KRISTA 80
CHRISTIANSEN, MONICA 80
GOYOS BALL, MANDY 81
SANZ BARRIO, PATRICIA 81
NOGUES FRAILE, TERESA 81
SHERER, VIKTORIA 81
SERRA CATASUS, CARLOTA 81
CARRILHO, MAGDA 82
SCHERER, ANTONIA 82
VILLAMIL RODRIGUEZ, MARIA ELENA 82
MARQUEZ SANJUAN,PATRICIA 82
LORENZEN, TINA 83
PUISITE, MARA 83
YAÑEZ ABADES, JOANA 84
CALVO SANZ, IRENE 84
UUSI-SIMOLA, MAIJU 84
MONBERG, SARA 84
PIÑOL MARTINEZ, RAQUEL 84
HORTAL OCHOA, LAURA 84
LEHTONEN, JANNICA 84
JAUREGUI GARCIA, PALOMA 85
MACKIN, LAUREN AMY MARIA 85
JIMENEZ PEREA, ISABEL 86
MATA FERNANDEZ, LUNA 86
FERNANDEZ FERNANDEZ, ADRIANA 86
WAHL, GABRIELLA 87
SANCHEZ REDONDO, MARIA INES 88
KALLIO, SONJA 88

Spanish Ladies Junior International kicks off today at Arcos Gardens with the official practice round, warm weather forecasted for the rest of the week, all set for a good tournament.

Garrido Edificaciones y Obras, first Construction and Developer Company in Andalucía with a fully certified Quality, Environment, Safety and Health, celebrated its First Amateur Geo Tournament 2008 in the luxuries facilities at Arcos Gardens.

Many business people and politicians were present on the event; after the tournament they enjoyed a marvellous lunch and a flamenco show.

Two categories were established for the Individual Stableford tournament. The tournament started at 10:20 in the morning, starting on the white tee in the first tee.

Four people every ten minutes were playing under the rules approved by the Spanish Golf Federation of Golf (RFEG) and local rules established by the Arcos Gardens Committee.

Winners of the First Category:

- 1º Rafael Masaveu Cardin- 38
- 2º J. Antonio Pérez Aguilera- 35
- 3º Carlos Gonzalez Nuñez- 34

Winners of the Second Category:

- 1º Tomas García Montes- 37
- 2º Antonio Martínez Navarrete- 35
- 3º Francisco González Cabaña- 35

The winner of the Longest Drive in the 16th hole was Carlos González Nuñez and the winner of the nearest the pin in the 6th hole, Rafael Masaveu.

Arcos Gardens was pleased to host the Geo event, company chaired by D. Francisco Garrido, one of the members of the club.

The good weather is coming to Arcos Gardens.

A busy March full of tournaments and spectacles will be waiting for you. The next tournament is coming the 22 of March. Your visit to Arcos Gardens could also surprise you with marvellous Flamenco Shows and Horse Dancing Shows. Arcos Gardens is the perfect venue to enjoy a great day of golf and drink a good Andalusian wine after it in the Patio of our marvellous Cortijo Fain.

For further information about tournaments and events don´t hesitate to conctact us.

On the picture, some of the participants of the German group leaded by Karl Beny after the tournament played the 10th of March in Arcos Gardens.

In spite of the cold weather, they enjoyed the barbecue and the Flamenco show that was ready on the Patio.

We hope to see them back soon!

On the picture you can see John Robilliard, the winner of the tournament with 39 points, receiving his prize. Close to him, Salvador Camino, Vocal Senior of the Andalusian Golf Federation and a representative of Unicaja.

The tournament was celebrated the 8th of March and has had a great success since its official publication, counting with almost the same amount of people on the waiting list than on the inscriptions.

After the competition, more than 100 players enjoyed a traditional Andalusian berza and an exciting prize giving on the Patio of our Cortijo Fain.

Salvador Camino, Vocal Senior showed his recognition and gratitude to Arcos Gardens and expressed his desire to come back next year.

We want to thank all the participants for their confidence and congratulate the winners.

On the picture, David Dixon (to the left) with Ashley Northridge, Director Hotel & Golf in Arcos Gardens.

We are proud to announce that David J Dixon will be representing Arcos Gardens as Touring Professional for the 2008 season.
David qualified last November with a full playing card on the European Tour and is planning to compete in a busy schedule of around 25 events this year.
He will be displaying the name of Arcos Gardens on his golf bag and in return David and his team plan to visit Arcos Gardens regularly for training purposes.

David has a strong amateur record and turned professional in 2002. Last December he finished tied 6th in the Dunhill Championship in South Africa.
On behalf of the management and our members we would all like to wish David a very successful season and we will all be out there supporting you.
You can follow his progress on the European Tour website www.europeantour.com or on his personal website www.davidjdixon.co.uk

Ashley Northridge
Director of Hotel & Golf- Arcos Gardens Golf Club & Country Estate

On the picture, Antonio Gil Gil (to the right) winner of the 1st Category with 39 shots. To the left you can see Manuel Martin Lara, president of the San Pedro Club Golf.

On the 24th of February 62 brave players travelled from Marbella to Arcos Gardens in order to enjoy their tournament, in spite of the bad forecast. The players of the San Pedro Club Golf were delighted with the resort, especially with the course and showed their interest on coming again soon.

We want to congratulate the winners!

The Hazelwood Blues Golf Team wins the Thames League.

The team pictured are seen proudly wearing their Arcos Gardens sponsored team sweaters.
We think they look very smart and congratulate them on their success.

On the picture, first row from the left: Heidi Silander, Tuomas sottinen, Maiju-Uusi-Simola and Roger Kempe.
Second row from the left: Helena Hakula, Anne Hakula, Manko Sokolowski and Piakempe.

The Finnish Group was practising and playing at Arcos Gardens during the last week.

The Swedish National golf school visited Arcos Gardens between the 2nd and 9th of February.

The school gathers the best junior players from Sweden with ages from 17 to 19 years old (Upper Secondary School). Some of the players are also members of the Swedish National Team Squads that regularly visits Arcos Gardens.

On the picture,
1st row from left: Edwin Emannelsson, Victor Szigeti, Oscar Strand, Pontus Gad, calle Lindquist, Niclas Mänsson.
2nd row from left: Jesper billing (coach), Rebecca Hellbom, Isabelle Bachtiar, Christoffer Arvidsson, Jacob Nordström, Hans Larsson (coach).
3rd row from left: Louise Kristersson, Emelie Westrup, Mimmi Jansson, Andreá Malek, Josephine Janson, Filip Arblid.
4th row from left: Julia Stahlbro, Robin Kokocinski, Joakim Lagergren, Hanna Olofsson, anjelica Hammar, Mathilda Byquist.

On the picture you can see Miquel, one of our youngest clients enjoying with his first golf club.

Miquel is just four years old and he is beginning to hit plastic balls on the Patio of Arcos Gardens. Miquel is the son of Miguel Ángel del Vas and Mª Eugenia Mendoza, owners of one of the Fairway Gardens townhouses.

The couple use to come frequently with their son and the team of Arcos Gardens really enjoy watching such a cute boy around!

The 12th of February is Miquel´s Birthday and we want to wish him a very happy day!

On the picture, from left to right: Tino Kromer, Mark Johson (coach), Dang Kwang Kim.

These representatives of the Austrian Federation will be training at Arcos Gardens during the actual week. It is the second year that the Austrian coach visits us and we hope not the last one!

Happy to see them again!

The picture was taken on the 31st of January when the stand of Arcos de la Frontera was inagurated in Fitur.

In the event took part the mayoress of Arcos de la Frontera, Mrs.Josefa Caro, the President of the Diputación, Mr. Francisco González Cabañas and Mr. Fernando Mora-Figueroa, representing Novaterra and Arcos Gardens.

A big audience was in attendance at the inauguration ceremony. Mass media and many neighbours of Arcos de la Frontera, living in Madrid many years ago were present in the ceremony.

English A Squad

They visited us between 15th and 20th of January 2008.

Front L to R—Bob Meston [ Squad Mgr. ], Mark Thistleton, Matt Haines, Gary Smith [ Lead Coach ], Miles Mackman, Adam Wainwright, David Ridley [ Coach ]

Middle L to R—Brian Hemmings [Phsycologist ], Gregg Blainey, Andrew Johnston, Sam Stuart, Alan Thompson [ Coach ]

Back L to R—Andy Larmour [ Physiologist ], Billy Hemstock, Adam Hodkinson, Luke Goddard, David Coupland.

Double world champion Fernando Alonso made a perfect start to his return to Renault on Tuesday with the fastest time in testing at the Jerez de la Frontera circuit in southern Spain.
The Spaniard, back with the team that took him to two titles before his ill-fated move to McLaren at the end of 2006, did 70 laps with a best of one minute 19.503 seconds in last year's car, according to unofficial timings.

Tuesday at Jerez marked something of a homecoming for Fernando Alonso, as he returned to a Renault cockpit for the first time since he won the 2006 world title with the team. After the rollercoaster year that was his ‘07 season with McLaren, the Spaniard is back in familiar surroundings.

Of course, plenty has changed - a new team mate in Nelson Piquet Jr, a new car on the way, and the removal of driver aids. Fresh from his first day back at the office, Alonso considers the challenge that lies ahead…

The 17th of January, the owner and member Esteban Vigo received a great surprise. His family and the staff of Arcos Gardens wished him a loud Happy Birthday! That secret party was organized by his wife, Genni.

We wish you a very happy day!

It was a day of firsts for McLaren at Jerez on Wednesday as the newly unveiled MP4-23 made its debut alongside the team's newest driver Heikki Kovalainen.

McLaren launched the MP4-23 earlier this week and the car successfully came through its first outing on Wednesday, with both Kovalainen and test driver Pedro de la Rosa putting it through its paces.
Kovalainen, who replaces Fernando Alonso at McLaren this season, was impressed with the early form shown by the team's 2008 challenger.
"It was really great to get on track today with the MP4-23. It was my first session as a McLaren driver," the Finn said.
"I always really enjoy the first day a new car runs, there is always a very unique atmosphere, you know a little bit tense, a little bit excited.
"The first impressions of the new car are good. We have a comprehensive development schedule to work through over the next couple of months. The car's performance today is definitely an encouraging starting point.
"Today was also my first real opportunity to meet the test team, which was good because we will be spending a lot of time together over the next few weeks!"
However, it was test driver de la Rosa who had the honour of putting in the first laps in the new car. The Spaniard was also the quicker of the two drivers, clocking a 1:19.655.
"We covered 69 laps in total today between Heikki and me, which is a good start. The car felt positive and it has been an encouraging day," he said.
"This is the second time I have had the opportunity to make the track debut with our new car, it is also the eighth car I have driven for the team.
"It is great for me to be in the car from the very beginning, as I am able to instantly build up an understanding of the car and how it works, and then start to put this knowledge into the testing programme.
"This time of the season, from when a new car is launched until the first race, is probably the busiest time of the year for the test team.
"We have 18 track days scheduled, including today, before the MP4-23s leave for Australia and a lot of work to complete in that time, but the motivation is huge with all the guys here."
Times
1. De la Rosa 1:19.655
2. Kovalainen 1:20.559
Related Links: McLaren Test Gallery

Week 39 saw the Drome Golf Society arrive for a 2 day adventure. The Drome have been on tour to Costa del Sol since 2003, based in Port Duquesa for this year. The organiser had heard good reports about Arcos Gardens and he decided to finish off this years tour with a 2 day trip to Arcos.
The first day saw the 11 golfers playing off the yellow tees, 1st was Noel with 37, 2nd was Sean with 36(CB), 3rd was Riz with 36. That evening saw the group venture into the local village for the annual Feria (Fair) at 1 euro a beer it was a fantastic night. With the second round being played off the white tees and coupled with a late night the scores were noticeable lower. 1st was Lee with 35, 2nd was John with 33, 3rd was Paul with 32(CB). Noel also had 32, along with his 37 from the previous day; these 2 scores helped Noel become the Tour champion with a total of 185 over 6 rounds.
The decision to finish the tour at Arcos was in fact a stoke of genius. Some of the golfers that had played every year commented that this was the best venue they had played on.

We will be back in 2008.

(Posted by the Drome Golf Society)

(Above, our collegue Juande looking after the barbacue)

The 21st of December, Arcos Gardens enjoyed their Christmas Party and their first Staff Tournament. The tournament was held before the barbacue and the winner were the following ones:

1st Cristian Mackinlay [37]
2nd Ismael Jaén [32]
3rd Martin Brännstrom [31]

The winners of the Pitch & Putt tournament were:

1st Antonio (Maintenance) [17]
2nd Fran (Caddymaster) [18]
3rd Anita (Caddymaster) [20]

Congratulations! We count on you next year!

Big news for Arcos Gardens!

Above you can see the four page article which went on sale on the beginning of December in Golf World UK, the biggest selling golf magazine in the UK.

Homes Overseas Awards 2007:
BEST WORLDWIDE GOLF DEVELOPMENT - GOLD AWARD

The 2007 Homes Overseas Magazine Awards – the Oscars of international real estate - and the only global property awards where every short-listed entry around the world is visited by judges were announced in London this month.
Arcos Gardens has lived up to its billing as one of the world’s most exciting new communities as it has been named as the “Best Worldwide Golf Development - 2007” by winning the only ‘Gold’ awarded in this category.

The awards are particularly pleasing for the developers of Arcos Gardens, Grupo Novaterra, as they are recognition of the quality and standard of this unique resort in the untouched countryside of the Costa de la Luz. Situated close to the vibrant city of Jerez, Arcos Gardens provides luxury two bedroom townhouses and three to four bedroom villas carefully placed around 440 acres of olive groves and rolling Andalucian countryside.

CEO of Grupo Novaterra, Fernando Mora Figueroa, comments: “The land that Arcos Gardens is built on has been in my family for many years and from the start, our pursuit has been to develop excellent facilities surrounded by a world class golf course and the finest homes and service for our residents. We now have residents from over 10 countries and in its first year our golf course has been chosen as a venue for the European Tour qualifying.”

For media information and images please contact:
Philip White: +44 (0)1306 746028, or visit www.arcosgardens.com

“Congratulations again to one of Arcos Garden’s future prospects Ewan Maloney, who won the final round of the Andalucian juniors competition to become “Andalucian Champion of the Junior Circuit”. Well done Ewan. We wish you the very best for 2008.”

On the picture, the team of Alhaurin Golf who won the 2007 Andalusian League after competing against different Andalusian Golf Clubs. The final was played on the 15th of December at Arcos Gardens.

The Andalusian Golf Federation chose Arcos Gardens to celebrate the final of its League, the players were representatives of all the Andalusian golf clubs.
The participants enjoyed a marvellous sunny day as well as many prizes and fun.

Congratulations to Alhaurin!

Arcos Gardens is proud to have supported the Bobby Moore Sports Ball 2007 which aims to raise money for world-class bowel cancer research. The donation of a luxury golfing trip to Arcos Gardens raised £1,500 which added to the £220,000 total raised on the day.

Attended by many celebrities including Bobby Moore Fund Patrons - Sir Bobby Charlton, Jack Charlton OBE, Sir Geoff Hurst MBE, Martin Johnson CBE, Gary Lineker OBE, Desmond Lynam, Ally McCoist MBE, Michael Parkinson CBE… to name a few, the Sports Ball welcomes guests with a champagne reception, three course dinner, and entertainment from comedian and impressionist Bobby Davro, live sporting entertainment, games and much more...

For an Arcos Gardens events calendar, please refer to our website. For more information about next years Bobby Moore Sports Ball to be held 8th November 2008, at The Royal Lancaster Hotel, London, please call +44 (0)870 609 1966 or email: catherine.lorne@cancer.org.uk

The new owners of the townhouse O3 wanted to premiere the recent delivery of keys to their home after signing the title deed. The small one of the family no doubt wanted to be part of the moment!!

Arcos Gardens offers a new service; the Conference Rooms.

The Conference Rooms at Arcos Gardens are the perfect venues for you to host your important guests and clients or to hold a private meeting. We offer warm quite rooms situated in the beautiful Cortijo Faín, with secure parking and personal service.

Water and coffee is served during your meeting and lunch can also be taken with a set menu choice of fish or meat.

And for a break and a bit of fresh air why not have a golf clinic or simply hit some balls on the Driving Range.

Arcos Gardens; where work and pleasure merge together.

Catherine Lacoste, one of our honorary members of Arcos Gardens and her husband Angel Gonzalez, as they celebrated being the owners of their new townhouse in the residential community Fairway Gardens. Catherine, daughter of René Lacoste and current shareholder of Lacoste S.A., one of the most important French businesses of its kind, is passionate about golf and was winner of the US Open in 1967.

There is not better way to celebrate becoming a new owner of a luxury townhouse in Fairway Gardens than with champagne. New owners Esteban Vigo with his wife Geni, along with Angel Ustarroz and his wife Maria Puy José did just this after signing the title deed to their new home on Thursday 29th November. Sharing this happy moment with them was our Sales Director, Regan Berger.

After celebrating the delivery of keys to their condominiums, Esteban Vigo, Angel Ustarroz, Catherine Lacoste and her husband (also honorary associates of Arcos Gardens) also received their official golf memberships. The happy group enjoyed this unforgettable moment with a glass of champagne and some local delicacies. Congratulations to all!

Above you can see the picture of Bernd Schuster with two members of the staff at Arcos Gardens.

The 17th November 2007, Arcos Gardens received the visit of Bernd Schuster and his friend Jorge Kauffman who enjoyed a wonderful day of golf.

Bernd Schuster is currently the official coach of Real Madrid and he is also a golf lover and enjoys playing golf with friends in his free time.

We hope to see him back soon.

Another win for Ewan Maloney Cavero.

This 10 years old boy made an excellent result in one of the latest stages of the Pequecircuito celebrated in Alhaurín the 17th of November 2007. He managed to shoot 1 over par on the 9 hole par 3 course, he had five bogeys and four birdies. Amazing result considering his age!

The final will be played the 15th of December in La Resina. The team of Arcos Gardens wish him the best of luck!

Congratulations Ewan!

Arcos Gardens was chosen by the English Elite Squad from 12th to 15th November for their winter training. The team only played one round of golf instead choosing to spend most of their time on the practice area.

We look forward to see them again next January!

The picture above is the last group playing on the 4th hole on the last day of Q2 at Arcos Gardens. Birgir Hafthorsson (with the black top) played steady golf on the final day and could quite comfortably take the victory without threat from the rest of the field. Also on the picture the leader after two days David Dixon (putting) and the new official course record holder at Arcos Gardens Roope Kakko (in white), Roope had 65 shots on the third day of the tournament. Below are the names of the top 19 players at Arcos Gardens that next week will continue their chase for a European Tour card in San Roque.

Please click the link below for results from all players and results from the three other qualifying courses http://www.europeantour.com

FINAL RESULTS - LEADERS

Birgir HAFTHORSSON………………(ISL)…72… 68… 65… 69… 274 -14
Paolo TERRENI………………………(ITA)…71…68… 69… 70… 278 -10
Steven UZZELL (AM)………………..(ENG)…73… 68… 69… 68… 278 -10
André BOSSERT……………………..(SUI)… 70 …69… 70… 71… 280 -8
David DIXON………………………...(ENG)…67 … 68… 71… 74… 280 -8
Christian ARONSEN………………… (NOR)…73… 68… 69… 71… 281 -7
Benedict PARKER……………………(ENG)… 73… 72… 68… 68 281
Roope KAKKO……………………….(FIN)…72… 71… 65… 73… 281 -7
Michiel BOTHMA……………………...(RSA)… 69 … 73… 70… 69… 281 -7
Luis CLAVERIE………………………(ESP)… 73 …67… 69… 73… 282 -6
Graeme A CLARK…………………….(ENG)… 73 … 69… 71… 69… 282 -6
Pablo LARRAZABAL………………...(ESP)… 70 … 71… 70… 71… 282 -6
Paul WARING………………………...(ENG)…76 …69… 68… 70… 283 -5
Thomas AIKEN……………………….(RSA)… 72 … 73… 69… 69… 283 -5
Pierre CIXOUS…………………..(FRA)… 75 … 72… 69… 68… 284 -4
Matthew KING………………………..(ENG)… 70 … 72… 69… 73… 284 -4
Ulrich VAN DEN BERG……………...(RSA)… 72 … 69… 70… 73… 284 -4
Matthew CORT……………………….(ENG)… 69 … 72… 72… 72… 285 -3
Mikko KORHONEN………………….(FIN)… 76… 71… 68… 70… 285 -3

On the picture, you can see Benedict Parker (in red) from England preparing for putting on the green of the ninth hole. A few fans watch them from one of the bunkers.

Below, the results of the twenty first players (please click the next link for the full results http://www.europeantour.com )

3er Day- Scores

.....................................1.. 2.. 3.. 4.. g.. r..
Birgir_HAFTHORSSON___ISL.. 72.. 68.. 65.. 20 -11
David_DIXON___ENG.. 67.. 68.. 71.. 20 -10
Paolo_TERRENI___ITA.. 71.. 68.. 69.. 20 -8
Roope_KAKKO___FIN.. 72.. 71.. 65.. 20 -8
André_BOSSERT___ SUI.. 70.. 69.. 70.. 20 -7
Luis_CLAVERIE___ ESP.. 73.. 67.. 69.. 20 -7
Oscar_FLOREN___ SW.. 73.. 69.. 67.. 20 -7
Christian_ARONSEN___ NOR.. 73.. 68.. 69.. 21 -6
Steven_UZZELL (AM)___ ENG.. 73.. 68.. 69.. 21 -6
Pablo_LARRAZABAL___ ESP.. 70.. 71.. 70.. 21 -5
Matthew_RICHARDSON___ ENG.. 70.. 71.. 70.. 21 -5
Matthew_KING___ ENG.. 70.. 72.. 69.. 21 -5
Ulrich_VAN DEN___ RSA.. 72.. 69.. 70.. 21 -5
Ryan_THOMAS___ WAL.. 69.. 73.. 70.. 21 -4
Kevin_HARPER___ ENG.. 72.. 74.. 66.. 21 -4
Didier_DE VOOGHT___ BEL.. 72.. 66.. 74.. 21 -4
Michiel_BOTHMA___ RSA.. 69.. 73.. 70.. 21 -4
Benedict_PARKER___ ENG.. 73.. 72.. 68.. 21 -3
Paul_WARING___ ENG.. 76.. 69.. 68.. 21 -3
Michele_REALE___ ITA.. 71.. 71.. 71.. 21 -3

Sunshine and less wind on the second day of the Qualifying Stage 2 in Arcos Gardens, gave the players the opportunity to shot a lower score.

Below the results of the first 20 players (please click the next link for the full results http://www.europeantour.com)

Second Qualifying Stage Arcos Gardens 2nd Day

.........................................1....2..g......r
David_DIXON___ENG...............67..68.. 13 -9
Didier_DE VOOGHT___BEL......72..66 .. 13 -6
Paolo_TERRENI___ITA..............71..68.. 13 -5
André_BOSSERT___SUI..........70..69.. 13 -5
Luis_CLAVERIE___ESP............73..67.. 14 -4
Birgir_HAFTHORSSON___ISL..72..68.. 14 -4
Christian_ARONSEN___NOR....73..68.. 14 -3
Matthew_CORT___ENG............69..72.. 14 -3
Matthew_RICHARDSON__ENG..70..70.. 14 -3
Steve_SURRY___ENG...............75..66.. 14 -3
Pablo_LARRAZABAL___ESP....70..71.. 14 -3
Ulrich_VAN DEN___RSA............72..69.. 14 -3
Steven_UZZELL (AM)___ENG....73..68.. 14 -3
Ryan_THOMAS ___WAL.............69..73.. 14 -2
Oscar_FLOREN___SW................73..69.. 14 -2
Michiel_BOTHMA___RSA.............69..73.. 14 -2
Michele_REALE___ITA.................71..71.. 14 -2
Graeme A_CLARK___ENG..........73..69.. 14 -2
Gareth_MAYBIN___NIR...............73..69.. 14 -2
Matthew_KING___ENG................70..72.. 14 -2

On the photo above you can see David Dixon (England) approaching his ball on hole 4, after the photo David successfully holes the putt which gives him the best score of today, 67 shots and lead of the tournament after day one.

Well done!

SCORES

David_DIXON___ENG.........67 -5
Ryan_THOMAS___WAL........69 -3
Michiel_BOTHMA___RSA........69 -3
Tuomas_TUOVINEN___FIN.........69 -3
Matthew_CORT___ENG........69 -3
André_BOSSERT___SUI..........70 -2
Thomas_FOURNIER___FRA........70 -2
Matthew_KING___ENG........70 -2
Pablo_LARRAZABAL___ESP.........70 -2
Matthew_RICHARDSON___ENG........70 -2

Paolo_TERRENI___ITA..........71 -1
Niklas_BRUZELIUS___SW..........71 -1
Michele_REALE___ITA..........71 -1
Chris_DEVLINNIR___NIR..........71 -1
Jeremy_KIRKLAND___FRA........71 -1
Martin_MARITZ.___RSA........71 -1

Nick_REDFERN___ENG.........72 0
Thomas_AIKEN___RSA.........72 0
Glen_ROBINSON___IRL...........72 0
Birgir_HAFTHORSSON___ISL...........72 0
Brian_AKSTRUP___DEN.........72 0
Roope_KAKKO___FIN..........72 0
Ross_WELLINGTON___RSA........72 0
Didier_DE VOOGHT___BEL.........72 0
Lloyd_SALTMAN___SCO........72 0
Kevin_HARPER___ENG.........72 0
Ulrich_VAN DEN___RSA.........72 0

Oscar_FLOREN___SW..........73 1
Graeme A_CLARK___ENG.........73 1
Christophe_BRAZILLIER___FRA.........73 1
Christian_ARONSEN___NOR.........73 1
Thomas_HAYLOCK___ENG.........73 1
Luis_CLAVERIE___ESP.........73 1
Benedict_PARKER___ENG.........73 1
David_HORSEY___ENG.........73 1
Gareth_MAYBIN___NIR.........73 1
Gregg_BLAINEY (AM)___ENG.........73 1
Steven_UZZELL (AM)___ENG.........73 1

Emmanuele_LATTANZI___ITA.........74 2
Eric_MOREUL___FRA.........74 2
Mickael_DIEU___FRA.........74 2
Bertrand_COATHALEM___FRA.........74 2

Jean Pierre_CIXOUS___FRA.........75 3
Adrien_MÖRK___FRA.........75 3
Ben_ST JOHN___ENG.........75 3
Nicolas_MEITINGER___GER.........75 3
Gregory_MOLTENI.___ITA.........75 3
Johan_SKÖLD___SW..........75 3
Imre_VASVARY___AUT.........75 3
Daniel_BROOKS___ENG........75 3
Marco_CRESPI___ITA........75 3
José_CARRILES___ESP.......75 3
Michael_MCDERMOTT___IRL........75 3
James_WILKINSON___ENG........75 3
Pontus_ERICSSON___SW.........75 3
Lee_CLARKE___ENG........75 3
Guy_WOODMAN___ENG........75 3
Steve_SURRY___ENG........75 3

Eduardo_DE LA RIVA__ESP........76 4
Max_KRAMER___GER........76 4
Mikko_KORHONEN___FIN........76 4
Paul_WARING___ENG........76 4
Ian_ELLIS___ENG........76 4
Andrew_BUTTERFIELD___ENG........76 4

Mark_BUTLER___ENG.......77 5
Paul_NILBRINK___NOR........77 5
Vincent_SIMONI___FRA.........77 5
Miguel_DUQUE.___ESP..........77 5

Miguel_FERNANDEZ___ARG.........78 6
Kasper_JORGENSEN___DEN.........78 6
Morten_HEDEGAARD___DEN.........78 6
James_HEPWORTH___ENG........78 6
Martin_SELL___ENG.........78 6
Simon_NASH___AUS..........78 6

John_WELLS___ENG...........79 7
Anthony_SNOBECK___FRA...........79 7
Matthew_WOODS___ENG...........79 7

Andrew_TAMPION___AUS..........81 9
Markus_ERVASTI___FIN..........85 13

Good weather forecasted for this important week at Arcos Gardens.

Today the players are out preparing themselves for the tournament starting tomorrow.
Although the sun is shining, the local Levante wind is set to blow which will surely test these elite players.

We wish them good luck!

Above is a photo of the winning team Alingsås GK. Players: Rebecka Uhlén, Gustav Andersson, Håkan Petersson, Mikael Porss, Caroline Lindholm, Joakim Andreasson, Lisa Andersson, Staffan Marklund. Coach: Anders Porss.

The Swedish Junior Team Final 2007 was played on the 30th and 31st of October in Arcos Gardens. The 4 teams: Barsebäck GC, Alingsås GK, Landskrona GK and Lidköpings Gk were competing for the title Swedish Junior Team Champions 2007. Favourites before the event was Barsebäck with two of their team members that played the Junior Solheim Cup earlier this year. After many exciting matches and many good golf shots, Alingsås could finally take home the title Swedish Junior Team Champions 2007. We from Arcos Gardens wish all 4 teams best of luck in forthcoming events!!!

Arcos Gardens has recently started up a new junior golf academy in cooperation with the town hall of Arcos de la Frontera. The objective with the academy is to give children of Arcos equal opportunities to start playing golf (the academy is free of charge). Children that shows interest for the game, good behaviour and keep their grades in school can in the future get a handicap and access to Arcos Gardens golf course.