Benidorm Palace

Guadalest Focus

Benidorm´s nightclub with show and dinner

With each season, they always manage to surprise their spectators, Benidorm Palace renews this season´s show, in the same way that they have been triumphing each night since 1977 (year of its inauguration), changing its show, dances, costumes, decor.

Address: Avenida Dr. Severo Ochoa, 13, 03503 Benidorm, Alicante, Spain Phone numbers: +34 96 585 16 60 +34 96 585 16 61 E-mail: info@benidormpalace.com - https://www.benidormpalace.com/en/

LCG Golf Coaching Paul Tolley Performance Golf Coaching

Total Performance Coaching - Change the way you think, feel and play the game

Welcome to Paul Tolley Performance Golf Coaching.

Have you ever wondered why you cannot reproduce the same level of performance on the golf course as you do on the practice area? Why does playing golf how you want seem so hard?

The traditional and current culture of golf instruction concerns itself almost solely with the subject of swing mechanics and technique. It promises such things as greater distance or the perfect swing. This leads golfers to think and believe that this is the only part of the game of golf that matters. This is simply not true. Players with technically perfect swings still hit bad shots and they always will.

Playing the game of golf is far more involved than only having good technique. Unfortunately, golfers are being taught only part of the game and not what is necessary to raise their level of performance or their level of enjoyment.

My philosophy is different and my aim is to help you learn how to play the game and move the focus of attention from swing mechanics to you the individual and consider every element of your game. My philosophy incorporates all of these elements and a number of "non-negotiable skills" that are essential for golfers seeking to achieve their performance potential and their desired level of enjoyment. These skills can be evaluated, prioritized and personalized for each golfer bearing in mind their individual characteristics, abilities and desires. How this is achieved is entirely dependent on the individual. More details are available on the Overview and Philosophy section of the website.

Using my philosophy, I promise to make you a better player of the game. My objective is to ensure that you learn the "non-negotiable skills" that you personally need and require to "play golf" and not the traditional and outdated thoeries that do not give you what you want and serve only to add to your confusion and frustration when playing this wonderful game.

Director Performance Golf Coaching Teaching Professional Oliva Nova Club De Golf Master Teaching Professional E.G.T.F. Master Instructor R.P.G. Golf Psychology Coaching Certificate Member of International Coaches Institute E.G.T.F Staff Instructor and Examiner Visual Skills Specialist Golf Performance Coach

Mobile: 0034 636616063 www.paultolleygolf.com

By registering as a member of the website you will receive numerous benefits such as regular newsletters, instructional and educational articles and details of special members offers and forthcoming events to aid you on your journey to improved performance and more enjoyable golf.

Together we can change the way you think, feel and play the game.

YOU´VE GOT THE CHANCE OF OBTAINING TWO GOLF LESSONS OF 30 MINUTES EACH WITH PAUL TOLLEY BY EMAILING US ON sergiolacostagolfer.mail.com

Timetable Airport | Direct Bus Alicante | Benidorm | Alicante

The bus runs 13 times per day in each direction during the summer months (June, July and August). During off season it is operated 4 times per day from and to Benidorm. ALSA (spanish bus company) offers a direct bus line from Alicante Airport to Benidorm. The bus goes to Benidorm Bus station and Benidorm, Avenida Europa 8.

ENTERTAINMENT

Timetable Airport Alicante - Benidorm

08:00 08:50 09:00 09:50 10:00 10:50 11:00 12:50 12:00 12:50 13:00 13:50 14:00 14:45 15:00 15:50 16:00 16:50 17:00 17:45 19:00 19:50 21:00 21:50 23:00 23:50

Timetable Benidorm - Airport Alicante

07:00 07:50 08:00 08:50 09:00 09:50 10:00 10:50 11:00 11:50 12:00 12:50 13:00 13:50 14:00 14:50 15:00 15:50 16:00 16:50 18:00 18:50 20:00 20:50 22:00 22:50

BENIDORM-ALICANTE AIRPORT FARES:

SINGLE: €9.45 RETURN: €17.95 DISCOUNTS Children aged 0-3: 100% OFF Children aged 4-12: 30% OFF Disabled people >32%: 15% OFF www.alsa.com

EMERGENCY SERVICE NUMBERS | C.B

PAN-EUROPEAN EMERGENCY NUMBER 112 AMBULANCE SERVICE (AMBULANCIA) 061 NATIONAL POLICE (POLICÍA NACIONAL) 091 LOCAL POLICE (POLICÍA MUNICIPAL) 092 CIVIL GUARD (GUARDIA CIVIL) 062 FIRE SERVICE (BOMBEROS) 080 MEDICAL EMERGENCIES 085

HEALTH & PHARMACY INFO Tel: 900 161 161 ANTI-POISON Tel: 915 620 420 RED CROSS (Cruz Roja) Tel: 902 222 292 CRISIS LINE Tel: 965 131 122 DRUGS HELP LINE Tel: 900 161 515 SPANISH HIV|AIDS FOUNDATION Tel: 900 111 000 MARITIME SEA RESCUE Tel: 900 202 202 COSTA BLANCA SAMARITANS Tel: 902 88 35 35 English-language Costa Blanca-based helpline Open: Monday to Friday, 20:00-24:00 TRAFFIC INFORMATION (DGT) Tel: 900 123 505 EMERGENCY DOCTOR Tel: 1003 EMERGENCY DENTIST Tel: 965 242 945

EMERGENCY VETS Veterinario Marina Alta (Denia) Tel: 965 784 038 Clínica San Esteban (Torrevieja) Tel: 966 700 274 Clínica El Cabo (Alicante) Tel: 965 150 606 Amigos (Alcoy) Tel: 965 335 042 Clínica Felycan (Alicante) Tel: 965 258 449

We all know how the areas around Costa Blanca and Costa Calida offer no shortage of fun as a result of the glorious climate and the beautiful beaches. But what can we do when the cooler months roll in?

Thankfully the fun never stops in the south of Spain as there’s everything from chic gastro bars to decadent nightclubs and stylish casinos to help you get through the Spanish winter!

We’ve already shown how the Browns gastrobar has quickly risen to become one of the stars in La Zenia’s nightlife scene. And whether it’s investigating the fine dining options at Aticcook or checking out the tapas at the Iberia Gastrobar in Javea, you’ll never run out of options for delicious food in the area.

Those who fancy relaxing with a cocktail in some seriously stylish surroundings should head to Bela Dama in Moraira to try a romantic drink with some pretty views. And the Belroy Lounge in Benidorm always provides a great place to grab a low-key drink and enjoy the wide range of musical offerings that range from sultry jazz to some great Cuban and Latin sounds.

Obviously it’s Benidorm that really excels in nightlife entertainment with the clubs on Avenida Communitat Valencia giving us all plenty of excuses to hit the dancefloor.

And even if you tire of the beats, then the Casino Mediterraneo is located nearby and it can give you the chance to play the real-life versions of casino games like blackjack that you know from gaming websites like InterCasino.

Other more relaxing nightlife options include heading to the Cine Colci, Cine Roma, and the Kinepolisto cinemas to check out some of the latest English language movies doing the rounds.

But of course, there’s so much to see and do that you’ll rarely get chance to relax with a good movie.

So that whether it’s checking out some of the uniquely Spanish festivals like one of the Moors and Christians fiesta, or just staying at home to practice your online blackjack skills, you’ll find no shortage of entertainment in Costa Blanca and Costa Calida this winter.

Info of interest

COSTA BLANCA

There is over 100 kilometers of sandy beach from Valencia in the north to Murcia in the south, best known for the Blue Flags they have been given. The Blue Flag Awards are presented by the European Federation of Environmental Education (EFEE) every year, in recognition of the excellent quality of water and amenities.

It´s got to be arguably the most famous coast in Spain, Costa Blanca draws millions of tourists each year. Lying on the eastern coast, the White Coast is one of those resorts where everyone can find their place under the sun, from sophisticated towns where life goes on 25 hours a day to quaint little villages where the peace and tranquility is feature. Its clear blue waters and miles of white sandy beaches are certainly a major attraction. Beautiful mountains parallel to the sea are on the north coast. Here you can marvel at the Moorish villages where olive trees and hidden coves abound. To the south is where you will find the beaches mushrooming with palm trees, the sparkling, turquoise sea and rows of cafes and restaurants.

Within the mountainous interior are a series of fascinating medieval towns and fortified villages which have been largely unaffected by modernism and tourism. Inland from the beaches, Costa Blanca has one of Spain’s most fertile areas. The region is renowned for its citrus trees supplied all over the world. Almond trees and date palms abounding with blossoms also blanket the earth.

Every part of Costa Blanca is indeed a treasure to discover, a place to relax and enjoy. You can bask in the sun, hide away at some secret cove, or meet new friends and party like there s no tomorrow. Whatever you fancy, Costa Blanca is sure to please.

Alicante is the capital and major city of Costa Blanca , but it is Benidorm that attracts the most visitors. Benidorm is an expansive holiday playground and tourist spot in every sense of the word. The place offers every amenity a tourist could want. With a safe, kindred atmosphere, safe waters and a host of activities to do, Benidorm is ideal for family vacations. It also has a lively nightlife, with hundreds of bars and clubs catering mainly for British tourists.

There are good quality, cheap bus services within the main resorts and to towns in close proximity. Taxi cabs are also good value, especially for those traveling as a group. There are also some affordable, local car rental companies, best with those wishing to explore off the beaten paths.

The Costa Blanca , with its striking mix of sandy beaches and top-of-the-line resorts, has somehow managed to fuse the sophistication of city life and the simplicity of nature into one of the most beautiful coastlines in Europe.

COSTA BLANCA MARKETS

MONDAY: Agres, Callosa d’En Sarria, Cox, Denia, Elche, Formentera, Granja de Rocamora, Ibi, La Nucia, Llocnou de Sant Jeroni, Parcent, Petrer, Penaguila, Playa de Miramar (summer evenings), Monover, Real de Gandia, Santa Pola, Sax, Xeraco TUESDAY: Alicante, (Rastro), Aspe, Altea, Barx, Bellreguard, Benijofar, Campo de Mirra, Castalla, Elda, Orihuela, Palma de Gandia, Piles, Playa de Piles (summer evenings), Rafelcofer, Relleu, San Fulgencio, Sella, Tibi, Villalonga, Xalo(Jalon), Xeresa WEDNESDAY: Ador, Albatera, Alcoi, Alqueries, Almoines, Banyeres, Barx, Benjema, Beniaries, Benidorm, Benilloba, Benitatxell, Biar, Callosa de Segura, Calpe (Rastro), El Cammpello, Elda, Guardamar del Segura, La Font d’en Carros, Muchamiel, Monforte del Cid, Novelda, Orba, Ondara, Petrer, Polop, Potries, Rotova, San Miguel de Salinas, Sella, Teulada THURSDAY: Agost, Agres, Albatera, Alguena, Alicante, Aspe, Benidoleig, Cocentaina, Hondon de los Frailes, Llocnou de Sant Jeroni, Pego, Playe de Bellreguard (summer evenings), Rafelcofer, Rojales, Tavernes de Valldigna, Villajoyosa, Xabia (Javia), Xixona (Jijona) FRIDAY: Albatera, Almoines, Banyeres, Benejuzar, Beniarres, Benidoleig, Crevillente, Daimus, Denia (Rastro), El Verger, Finestrat, Gata de Gorgos, Granja de Rocamora, L’ Alfas del Pi, Monforte del Cid, Monstesinos, Moraira, Muro de Alcoi, Oliva, Onil, Petrer, Pilar de la Horadada, Playa de Daimus (summer evenings), Rafol d’ Almunia, Sella, Tibi, Torrevieja, Villalonga. SATURDAY: Alcoi, Alicante, Almoradi, Alqueria, Banyeres, Bellreguard, Benifairo, Benissa, Callosa d’En Sarria, Calpe, Castalla, Castell de Castells, Catral, Elche, Elda , La Font d’En Carros, La Romana, Gaianes, Hondon de las Nieves, Novelda, Ondara, Pedreguer, Tavernes de la Valdigna (summer evenings), San Vicente del Raspeig, Salinas, Relleu, Santa Pola, Xalo (Jalon) Rastro SUNDAY: Benidorm, Elche, La Nucia, Campoverde, Camp de Guardamar, Algorfa, La Marina, Zoco.

USEFUL GOLF INFO

TOURIST INFO ALICANTE Av. Rambla de Méndez Núñez, 23 03002 Alicante Tel. 965 200 000 alicante@touristinfo.net TOURIST INFO VALENCIA C/ Paz, 48 46003 Valencia Tel. 963 986 422 valencia@touristinfo.net FEDERACIÓN DE GOLF DE LA COMUNIDAD VALENCIANA C/ El Bachiller, 15 - 27ª 46010 Valencia Tel. 963 935 403 federacion@golfcv.com www.golfcv.com REAL FEDERACIÓN ESPAÑOLA DE GOLF C/ Provisional Arroyo del Fresno Dos, 5 28035 Madrid Tel. 915 552 682 rfeg@golfspain.com www.golfspainfederacion.com ASOCIACIÓN DE CAMPOS DE GOLF DE LA COSTA BLANCA Pl. Constitución, 7, entresuelo izq. 03550 San Juan de Alicante Tel. 637 889 102 Info@golfcostablanca.org www.golfcostablanca.org ASOCIACIÓN DE CAMPOS DE GOLF DE LA PROVINCIA DE VALENCIA C/ San Vicente Mártir, 16, principal puerta 2 46003 Valencia Tel. 963 910 799 info@uhpv.com www.uhpv.com ASOCIACIÓN DE CAMPOS DE GOLF DE CASTELLÓN Urb. La Coma, s/n 12190 Borriol (Castellón) Tel. 964 321 227 asociacion@golfcastellon. com|www.golfcastellon.com INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GOLF TOUR OPERATORS 1 Trafalgar House Grenville Place London NW7 3SA - United Kingdom Tel. +44 (0) 2089 063 377 info@iagto.com www.iagto.com TOURIST INFO BENIDORM Av. Martínez Alejos, 16 03501 Benidorm Tel. 965 851 311 benidorm@touristinfo.net

RURAL HOLIDAYS

Rural tourism is an ideal way to spend a few days getting closer to nature, in the mountains, the countryside or by the sea. The Region of Valencia has a wide range of rural tourism options, something to suit everyone, along with comfortable accommodation offering top-of-the-range services. Get ready for adventure and take part in a number of active tourism activities, and be captivated by the traditions of the villages scattered throughout the Costa Blanca, Valencia Terra i Mar and Castellón Costa Azahar. By opting for rural tourism, you can explore the Region of Valencia further inland by following its official signposted routes and paths, which will take you into protected areas with a beautiful natural kaleidoscope of landscapes. For more info check www.rural-tour.com Alcoi - the city of bridges

Surrounded by the Nature Parcs of the Sierra Mariola, the Carrascal de la Font Rotja, the Sierra els Plans and la Serreta, Alcoi has overcome the peculiar local terrain furrowed by ravines. Known as the city of bridges, the municipality maintains, in spite of a high level of industrialisation, links with its past, mixed with efforts to prosper amid beautiful surroundings. Tradition weighs heavily in its festive representations, between which stand out the Moors and Christians celebrations, declared as being of International Interest.

HOW TO GET HERE:

From Valencia, the access to the city is via the A-7, direction N-340 until Alcoy. From Alicante, the access is exactly the same one, taking the A-7 towards N-340 Alcoy.

alcoi@touristinfo.net - www.alcoiturisme.com

PLACES OF INTEREST

TRAM Fares (FGV)

zonas 1 Zone* 2 zones 3 zones 4 zones 5 zones 6 zones Single Ticket 1,35 € 2,50 € 3,75 € 4,85 € 6,05 € 7,15 € I+V 2,30 € 4,25 € 6,40 € 8,25 € 10,30 € 12,20 € Groups 40% 0,85 € 1,50 € 2,25 € 2,95 € 3,65 € 4,30 € Pensioners 50% 1,35 € 1,35 € 1,90 € 2,45 € 3,05 € 3,60 €

www.tramalicante.es

Denia Tourist Information

Seasonal opening times apply. Open Monday to Sunday 09:30-14:00 and 17:00-20:00 in summer. Winter open Monday to Saturday 09:30-13:30 and 16:00-19:00. Tel: 966 422 367 Plaza Oculista Buig Tourist Information Benidorn Europa

Tourist information services. Open Monday to Friday 09:3013:30 & 16:30-19:30, Saturday 10:00-13:30 & 16:30-19:30. Avenida Europa s/n cruce C Ibiza, 03502 Benidorm. Tel: 965 860 095

LAlfas Del Pi Tourist Office

Open Monday to Friday 09:00-20:00 and 10:00-18:00 Saturday and Sunday in summer. In winter open Monday to Saturday 09:00-14:00. C/ Federico Garcia Lorca 11 Bajos Ayto., 03580 LAlfas Del Pi.Tel:965 888 905

Alicante Tourist Office RENFE-Railway Station

Avda. de Salamanca, s/n. Alicante turismo@alicanteturismo.com Monday to friday 9.30-14.00 16.30-19.00 - Saturday 10.00-

14.00 and 16.00-19.00 Tel: 965 125 633

Torrevieja Tourist Office

Open from 15th june to 17th September from 09:00 to 20:00 h. Rest of the year from 09:00 to 19:00 h. Saturday all year: from 10:00 to 14:00 h. Paseo Vista Alegre s/n, 03181 Torrevieja Tel: 965 703 433

Tourist Office Benissa

Information on tourism, accommodation, places to visit and events in Benissa and Alicante. Av. Pais Valecia 1, 03720 Benissa.

Tel: 965 732 225 Email: turismo@ajbenissa.es Teulada Tourist Information

In summer open Monday to Saturday 09:00-14:00 and 16:00-20:00. In winter open Monday to Friday 09:3013:30&16:00-19:00 &Saturday 10:30-13:30. Avenida Madrid, 15. Edificio "Espai La Senieta" Tel: 965 745 168

Orihuela Tourist Information

Tourist services available. Open Monday to Friday 08:0014:30 and 16:00-19:00. Plaza de la Soledad,1

03300 ORIHUELA Tel: 96 530 46 45

Tourist Office Calpe - Peñon

Avenida Ejércitos Españoles 30, CP: 03710 Apdo. Correos: 666 Calp, Alicante. Monday to Friday, from 09:00 to 16:30 h. Saturdays, from 10:00 to 15:00

Tel: 965836920 - 965839693 Email: turismo@ajcalp.es

Altea Tourist Office

Seasonal opening times. In summer open Monday to Saturday 10:00-14:00 and 17:00-23:30. Winter times are Monday to Friday 10:00-14:00 and 17:0019:30, Saturday 10:00-14:00. Calle at Sant Pere 9, 03590 Altea Tel: 965 844 114

Benidorm is Spain’s most popular resort, it was first settled by the Moors and was a fishing village until the 1960’s. It is now the largest Mediterranean tourist and holiday resort that has been carefully planned for this purpose. The old town is more peaceful, and has a charm that must be seen. The variety of entertainment, warmth and hospitality, fantastic nightlife and efficiency of the tourist industry Benidorm extremely popular. A more traditional Spain surrounds the town if you care to venture a few kilometres.

Tram

The Tram Linea 1 takes you from Alicante (Luceros station) to Benidorm Time: 72minutes approx, where you can change to Linea 9 that takes you to Denía, thus covering most of the Costa Blanca.

www.tramalicante.es Rail

From Alicante you can connect to the national rail network, that connects Alicante with the rest of Spain. There are two lines covering the Benidorm area: El F.G.V. (Ferrocarriles de la Generalitat Valenciana), which covers the Alicante - Dénia route: C/ Estació Tel. 965 85 18 95 o al 900 72 04 72 Regional trains (RENFE): Avda. Salamanca s/n. Tel. 902 240 202

Car

Benidorm is 40 km north-east of Alicante. Take the AP-7 motorway coming off at Exit 65 or the N-332.

Bus

Town bus Tel. 965 85 43 22 Benidorm central Bus Station: Carrer Francisco Llorca Antón 6 , 03502 Benidorm - Tel: 966 830 014 Situated in a convenient location at the entrance of Benidorm, the new bus station has easy access from the motorway AP-7 (Benidorm-Playa de Levante exit), from the N-332. Good public transport such as local buses or taxis means you can reach the bus station in a few minutes. The urban bus routes, 3, 4 y 11 connect to the bus station.

Public bus

City buses: Llorente Bus. c/ Castellón, 4 Pol. Ind. Finestrat. Tel. 965 85 43 22 Longer routes: Grupo ALSA. Av. Jaime I Apto. Valencia II Tel. 902 42 22 42 Bilman bus: C/ Lepanto, 10 Tel. 965 86 15 58 Jiménez: C/Lepanto 10, Tel 965 86 27 70 International Routes: EuroLines; Av. Europa 8, Tel. 902 42 22 42 LineBus: C/ Portugal s/n Tel. 965 22 93 36 / 965 55 95 04

Air

Altet Airport (Alicante) is 33 minutes from Benidorm and connects with the main Spanish and European cities. Information on 902 240 202

Postal service

The web page of the Spanish postal services is www.correos.es.

Health

CENTRO MÉDICO BERECO. Pj. San Ignacio de Loyola, 3 Ed. Etxezuri III Esc. Tel 965 85 97 89 CLÍNICA PODONTOLÓGICA SAN ROMAN Av. Aigüera 965 85 31 80 CENTRO MÉDICO MEDICALIA. Ps. De la Carretera – Martínez Oriola, 2 Tel. 966 80 67 67 POLICLÍNICA AMIC. Pz. Sus Majestades los Reyes, 5 ed. Aigüera Park Tel. 966 80 90 90 ASEPEYO, CENTRO MÉDICO. C/ la Nucia, 4 ed. Marina Tolls II Tel. 965 86 69 11 CENTRO MÉDICO CEMERECO. C/ Tomas Ortuño, 92 Ed. Don Jaime Tel. 965 85 43 61 CLÍNICA BENIDORM. Av. Alfonso Puchades, 8 Ed. Clínica Benidorm Tel. 965 86 12 05

Emergency numbers

Emergencies - 112 or 085 - Red Cross - 966 80 89 34 Local Police - 966 80 77 66 or 092 Policía Nacional - 966 83 19 30 or 091 Guardia Civil - 965 85 40 30 or 965 85 03 30 Ambulances - 092 Electricity 220V AC. Plugs are two-pin.

Businesses and shops opening hours

Normal opening hours are from 08.00 to 13.00, and from 17.00 to 20.00. Large stores frequently have hours from 10.00 to 22.00. Bar opening hours tend to be from 08.00 to 22.00 or 23.00, pubs from 17.00 to 03.00, discotheques from 00.00 to 06.00, and museums from 10.00 to 20.00.

Terra Natura (Theme Park) www.terranatura.com Terra Mítica (Theme Park)

From 16 July to the 4 September open from 10.00 to 24.00. Rest of the year from 10.00 to 20.00.

www.terramiticapark.com Taxis

Radio Taxi Tel. 965 86 18 18 | 965 86 26 26

Car Rental

Avis: av. Ametlla de Mar. Edif. Coblanca, Rincón de Loix. Tel. 96 586 66 42 Centauro: C/ Estocolmo, 3 Ed. Coblanca 5 Tel. 966 83 07 07 Europa Rent a car: Av. Comunidad Valenciana, 12 Ed. Coblanca 15 Tel. 966 80 29 02 Europcar: Av. Mediterráneo, 39; Hotel DON PANCHO 966 80 91 40

Chemists

ANA M.CORDERO SERNA Avenida de Almeria 4 - Tel. 965 853 197 ANA M.ROSELLO BONO Montera 4. Velázquez 9, Colonia Madr. Tel. 965 857 239 ANTONIA MIRALLES LLOPIS Av Estocolmo 2 Esq Manila, Rincon Loix - Tel. 965 868 640 CARMEN Y ALFONSO LÓPEZ C-Ibiza 1 Esquina Mirador - Tel. 965 852 154 CECILIA GONZÁLEZ ZORRILLA Av Villajoyosa 4, Edificio Altamira - Tel. 965 851 976 CONCHA DE LÓZAR ORT. Av Europa 27, Edificio Coblanca XV Tel. 966 811 449 FARMACIA GALIANA C-Dinamarca 11 Esq Av Andalucia - Tel. 966 809 065

Hotel Meliá Alicante

Versatility makes this hotel perfect for business or vacation. Fully equipped rooms overlooking sea or the marina. The hotel offers several dining options based on Mediterranean cuisine. Meliá Alicante provides guests with the exclusive The Level service. Special green fees at major golf courses near the hotel. Taxi rank outside the hotel and bus stop 100 metres away. Mini Club, for children from the ages of 5 to 12 (only in high season) www.melia.com/en/home.

htm

Hotel AC Valencia

5 minutes from the port of Valencia. Next to the hotel located is the Science and Arts Centre and the Oceanigrathic Park. The Malvarossa beach is 10 minutes away and the Natural Park of Albufera 15. The Hotel AC Valencia offers 182 rooms with internet connection, business facilities, Air Condition, The hotel also offers a fitness centre and various activities. www. marriott.com/hotels/travel/vlcva-ac-hotel-valencia/

The Zenit Murcia Hotel

The Zenit Murcia Hotel is a modern building from which you will be able to get an easy access to the center of Murcia. We offer 61 rooms of different types so you can choose the one that suits your needs best: single, double and superior, and, of course, thinking of the comfort of the youngest in the family, we can provide you with cots and extra beds for an unforgettable family experience. https://murcia.zenithoteles.com/en/

Parador de Jávea Hotel

Northern Costa Blanca, enjoying water sports surrounded by the beauty of green gardens, and parking your boat at a small dock opposite the lawn that surrounds the swimming pool, it's not a dream. The hotel is ideal for relaxing and allowing your imagination to soar out from the balconies to the infinite sea with a spectacular view of the Mediterranean. 8 km from Club de Golf Jávea and 13 km from the Marina de Denia. www.parador.es/en/paradores/parador-de-javea

Hotel Agir Benidorm

The Hotel Agir is new to MedPlaya and became part of the MedPlaya chain of hotels in November 2017. It is a modern and welcoming 4 star hotel located on the Avenida Mediterraneo, just 2 minutes’ walk from the Levante Beach and close to the old town of Benidorm. Air-conditioned Double Rooms are specially designed for couples and are fully equipped with full bathroom, Satellite TV, Free Wi-Fi.

www.medplaya.com/hotels/hotel-agir-benidorm.html

Hotel El Montiboli

El Montiboli Hotel in Villajoyosa. Located on a cliff, on the outskirts of Villajoyosa fishing village in Alicante, the hotel dominates the panorama of the Mediterranean. The resort itself is a privileged place situated among the sea, beaches and hills. The hotel also has suites and bungalows with a private salon. With regard to sport and relaxation, the hotel has two swimming pools located on the cliff top. www.montiboli.com/en/

The Denia La Sella Golf Resort

The Denia La Sella Golf Resort & Spa is only a 10 minutes drive from Dénia and Javea, situated on the Costa Blanca, and adjacent to one of the best golf course in the region of Valencia. Beaches, sports, nature and fun, at 55 minutes drive from the airports of Alicante and Valencia. Our commitment is to provide you a memorable experience with excellent service. www.lasellagolfresort.com/en-GB/hotel.aspx

Hotel Boutique La Serena

Hotel Boutique La Serena is a "adults only" hotel, where tranquility, peace and enjoyment are our strongest points. It is located on a picturesque street in the old town, just a few minutes from the beach and the liveliest square in Altea, "La Plaza de la Iglesia". The original house was a manor house of three floors and is newly restored in a charming boutique hotel with swimming pool and solarium. www.hotellaserena.com

Hotel Costa Blanca

Hotel with 53 rooms completely renovated in the heart of the city of Denia, just 50 meters from the sea port station of Balearia, opposite the train station and 400 meters from the beach. Our hotel’s location will allow you to experience the great offer of leisure, services and activities that our city has to offer, without needing a car to get to places and all with a privileged climate that will allow you to enjoy a cosy and pleasant setting. www.hotelcostablancadenia.com/en/

Tryp Gran Sol Hotel Alicante

Is kind of landmark of the city. For whatever reasons it is one of the tallest buidings in downtown Alicante, with no other high skyscrapers surrounding it. This makes it a really perfect location to enjoy a wonderful view at the harbour area or over to Santa Barbara Castle. The Tryp Gran Sol Hotel offers over 120 rooms and all the comfort of a 4 star hotel. https://www.melia.com/en/hotels/spain/alicante/tryp-alicante-gran-sol-hotel/index.html

ALENDA GOLF CLUB Av. del Mediterráneo, 52, 03679 Monforte del Cid, Alicante. Tel: 965620521

18 Holes - Par 72 www.alendagolf.com ALICANTE GOLF Avda.Locutor Vicente Hipolita 37 La Condomina. Playa de San Juan E – 03540 Alicante. Tel: 965153794 18 Holes - Par 72 www.alicantegolf.com

ALTEA GOLF CLUB Urbanización Sierra Altea Golf, Apdo. Correos, 939, 03599 Altea la Vieja, Alicante Tel: 965 848 046 9 Holes www.alteagolfclub.com

LA SELLA GOLF Denia Marriott La Sella Golf Resort Alquería de Ferrando, s/n 03749 Jesús Pobre, Denia. Tel: 966 454 252 27 Holes www.lasellagolf.com

LA FINCA Ctra. Algorfa-Los Montesinos 03169 Algorfa. Tel: 966 729 055 18 Holes - Par 72 www.lafincagolfresort.com

OLIVA NOVA GOLF Urb. Oliva Nova Golf 46780 Oliva. Tel: 962 857 666

18 Holes Par 72 www.olivanova.com CLUB DE GOLF IFACH Calle Micheta, 5 Urbanización San Jaime Benissa (Alicante) CP: 03720. Tel: 966 497 114 Number of holes: 9 www.golfifach.com

CLUB DE GOLF BONALBA C/ Vespre, 6 bis – 03110 Mutxamel Alicante. Tel: 34 965 955 955 18 Holes - Par 72 www.golf.golfbonalba. com

REAL CLUB DE GOLF CAMPOAMOR Urbanizacion Y Campo De Golf 03189 Orihuela Costa. Tel: 965 321366 18 Holes - www.lomasdecampoamor.com

CLUB DE GOLF ALTORREAL Avda. del Golf no. 70, Urbanizacion Altorreal, 30506 Molina de Segura, Murcia Tel: 968 648 144 18 Holes - Par 72 www.golfaltorreal.es

With each new season, golfers look forward not just to warm weather and lower scores, but to the myriad of golf gadgets and toys intended to make the game easier, more fun, and sometimes even a bit more casual. Golf is nothing if not equipment intensive and most golfers are never shy about adding to the mix. Gloves, balls, clubs, tees, the basics, those are a given, but all of the other toys, gadgets, and maybe even gimmicks will always grab the attention of even the most staid golf traditionalists, if only for a moment. The quirky little swing-trainers, the “magic” tip, the weighted club, all of the rain gear that stays in your bag because you don’t like to golf in the rain, golfers love it all, even if they don’t always want to admit it.

When it comes to GPS golf watches, you can more or less rely on one particular name that can just about deliver all the time, and that would be

Garmin. In the past, the company has rolled out its fair number of GPS golf watches, and this time around it looks like the Garmin Approach S20 GPS golf watch is set to further cement the legendary performance of Garmin’s products in this niche market yet again.

Leading off our list was a pipe dream back in the day, but with modern technology, it is now a reality. Finally, a golf ball you are supposed to never lose. Inside each ball is a microchip for tracking purposes. Each set comes with a handheld tracking device, a dozen balls and protective casing.

SIMONE SEGAL Interviews Simon Foster

Simon is a PGA professional who has resided on the Costa Blanca, Spain for over twelve years and he has an unrivaled knowledge and network of both golf and lifestyle.

From Castellón in the North down to Murcia in the South of the East Coast, Simon has travelled and played on all the courses in the area and he couldn´t be any more experienced to discuss the golfing industry and how it´s attraction to overseas tourists has grown and strengthened many towns and communities in this area of Spain.

In his years here in Spain , Simon has had a key involvement in the opening of three golf courses; two very well know courses in the Alicante province, La Finca and Vistabella, and a nine-hole course in Murcia. Simon has always given a lot of his time and dedication to Junior golf with the construction of a private academy facility at Vistabella which was key to the success of a junior academy nurturing local talent of all nationalities with lessons imparted in both English and Spanish.

Simon was also the founder of an events company that specializes in Spanish golfing trips, sport and fitness, hospitality and entertainment along with lifestyle advise and consulting for those of you looking to make a more permanent move to the Costas!

You can find Simon via any of the following social media so please don´t hesitate to drop him a line:

You can find Simon via any of the following social media so please don't hesitate to drop him a line:

https://www.instagram.com/simonfostergolf/ https://www.facebook.com/sifostergolf/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCONVrlTvgfVzEpMtijcfiTg?view_ as=subscriber https://twitter.com/SiFoster77 1: Q: what does the Costa Blanca offer golf enthusiasts? A: The Cost Blanca offers one of the

best all year round climates in the whole of Europe, and has the lowest rainfalls in the whole of Spain.

2: Q: When are the best times to play golf on the Costa Blanca? A: For me the months September

through to Christmas offer sensacional golfing weather in comparison to the rest of Europe. Also the spring time is idyllic to sharpen up your game, however you need to be a very hardened soul to play in the heat of July and August.

3: Q: As a professional golfer how do you entertain your clients? A: Depending on their needs and

requirements, I can find accommodation for them,organize all their logistics from golf course green fees to airport transfers, and manage all required off course entertainment. I also offer coaching, clinics, and course playing possibilities to all my clients.

4: Q: what off course entertainment to you offer? A: My fifteen years knowledge

and my love for the gastronome in Spain, has enabled me to build up a network of ideal places of interest: restaurants, bars, wineries, nightclubs and more.

5: Q: Tell me one thing you see in all amateurs that they could Improve? A: There are a few areas that jump

to mind for a professional. However, I personally think that all amateur golfers could have a better pre round warm up routine enabling them to hit their first T shot in a more positive mind set.

SAM SMITH

PALAU SANT JORDI, BARCELONA MAY 15, 2018 Tel: 902 400 222

www.elcorteingles.es/entradas/ Cirque Du Soleil Recinto Ferial de Rabasa, (ALICANTE) FROM 21 JULY TO AUG 19, 2018

www.elcorteingles.es/entradas/

ROMEO SANTOS 2018 EUROPEAN TOUR

AUDITORIO MARINA SUR VALENCIA. MAY 18, 2018 Tel: 902 400 222