New 27 Holes Golf Course Designed By Gary Player- January 2008

Press Release

January 10, 2008 - The beginning of January saw the opening of a new course in Almeria after an ambitious remodeling process. The restoration of the Almerimar golf course enables golfers to enjoy the original design by Gary Player and whilst meeting changing customer requirements for golf in Almeria.

Having successfully provided impeccable facilities for 30 years to golfers in the Almería area, the refurbishment of the original golf course began in 2005 to adapt it to the needs of today’s golfer.

The first phase comprised the construction of a 9-hole extension to the existing 18-hole course, taking it to 27 holes. This enlargement made it possible to undertake the refurbishment of the original 18-holes by phases as 18-holes remained operational at all times.

Towards the end of 2005, the second phase of the refurbishment took place with the renewal of holes 10 to 18. This was completed in spring of 2006.

The final phase comprised the refurbishment of 9 holes from the original course. These opened at the beginning of January.

IMPROVEMENTS

There have been significant improvements to the course: The golf course has a new, efficient irrigation system that helps to preserve the environment, along with a fertilization system which ensures an environmentally sound use of fertilizer.

The original design by Gary Player has been respected throughout the renewal process.

The lakes that originally were artificial, are now filled with water from the subsoil. Furthermore, a new lake has been built at tee 1.

The tees and fairways have been increased in depth by 20cm of sand and sown with a thin grass Princesa 77.

The sand has been completely replaced and the greens have been sown with L93, providing them with more movement and falls. Additionally, most have been increased in size.

The bunkers have been renewed and some have been extended. Also, new bunkers have been built at holes 5 and 7.

The distance between each tee and hole has been increased and on some of the holes, the tees have been elevated to allow better visibility for the golfer. All amenities have been reformed and the practice course has been improved.

The complete project has restored the original 18 holes and developed 9 extra holes for shorter round. To ensure that the 27-hole Almerimar Golf Resort is successfully changing with the times and adapting to shifts in golfers requirements making the course a key destination in the golf offering of Andalusia.

For further information:
Sara del Nozal
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