Set between the Costa del Sol and Portugal’s Algarve, Europe’s top two golf destinations, world-class golf courses have naturally flowed into the stunning setting of Costa de la Luz. The main contrast between Costa de la Luz and the golfing superpowers either side of it is the lack of huge tourist developments, lending a tranquil, unspoiled feel to this beautiful stretch of the Spanish coast.
The Costa De La Luz is comprised of the provinces of Cadiz and Huelva, which are emerging as great new alternatives to the traditional golf holiday destinations. Huelva, which borders Portugal, is increasingly being influenced by the neighbouring Algarve, which has not only resulted in some great golf courses but a unique local culture.
Stretching further south, Cadiz encompasses Spain’s southernmost coastline, bordering Gibraltar, where world-class golfing venues like Montecastillo can be found. Costa de la Luz has become a rising star in recent years, the perfect change of pace destination for epic golf and untouched beauty.
Looking out over gorgeous Gulf of Cadiz, Huelva has ancient roots but has developed into a vibrant, modern area complete with championship golf. Being the closest Spanish city to Portugal has led to a wonderful mixture of cultures coming together to form one of Europe’s most interesting cities.
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The ancient city of Cadiz is the oldest continously inhabited community in all of Europe, but, it was not until recent years that this region became the top golf destination in Costa de la Luz. The unique culture of the city combined with the championship courses that surround it make for a golf holiday to remember.
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Sevilla is the capital of Andalucia and its largest city, a place with a rich history, welcoming people and delicious cuisine. Much like the rest of Spain, Sevilla benefits from glorious year-round weather, in fact, the summers are hotter here than anywhere else in the country, so pack your shorts!
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Lovingly called ‘Spain’s Wentworth’ by many people, Montecastillo is one of the world’s top golf resorts. The host of the 1997 Andalucia Masters, where our Cheif Holiday Officer Lee Westwood won the event.
Found not far from the border with Portugal, El Rompido embodies the great resort golf found in both the Algarve and the Costa del Sol, offering 36-holes of fantastic, exciting play.
Designed by the great Jose Maria Olazabal, Sevilla is one of the best layouts in Spain. The course is testing for any golfer, as shown by its use in multiple pro events over the last 20 years.
Once you've touched down in sizzling Spain, the last thing you want is an unexpectedly long drive to your hotel. Take a look at drive times from Jerez Airport to key towns and resorts in the region.
Drive Times from Jerez Airport
30 minutes
1 hour
1 hour 50 minutes
15 minutes
Boasting gorgeous weather all year long, it is always a great time to visit Andalucia's sunny south-west coast, most people fly into Jerez Airport but for Huelva it can be quicker to fly to Portugal's Faro Airport and cross the border.
Flights & Weather in Costa de la Luz
2 hours 55 minutes
2 hours 50 minutes
22-26°C
12-16°C