Golfing resorts offer more for life’s non-golfers
GOLF might have a reputation for being an older man’s pursuit, but with so many resorts launching new spas and property developments, it seems like the old country club vibe of golfing properties is experiencing a renaissance steve parry golf school. Take PGA Catalunya, close to Barcelona , that launched the development La Selva apartments last November and the Palheiro Estate in Madeira that opened a state of the art spa in May. Clearly these old greens are doing more to appeal to families and partners who would rather not golf. Anne Marchington of the Palherio Estate explains that historically their properties haven’t attracted younger people and families, but that this is starting to change: “Madeira ’s lack of sandy beaches has probably kept young holiday makers away in the past, but I reckon people are starting to see that as an advantage.” The island, of course, offers lots for younger people. Its hilly landscape allows for hiking and mountain biking and there is diving and snorkelling in its Atlantic waters. And it’s not just kids that these resorts are widening the net for. PGA Catalunya has been advertising how close it is to Barcelona ’s city centre. Its marketing tries to win over non-golfers with the promise of high quality shopping, great nightlife and 21 Michelin star restaurants less than an hour away Perfect Golf Swing to Hit Ball Straight.
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