places to see, places that are not so good and where and what they would recommend. Please feel free to add your favourite places by using the comments option at the bottom of this page(no advertisers please)
SPANISH QUAD SAFARIS
How about trying a quad safari while you are here. Helmets and goggles provide but please wear suitable clothing! Phone (0034)648280313 email info@quadsafaris or for further details check out the website at http://www.quadsafaris.com/ 
TENNIS AT CAMPOAMOR (Golf)
If tennis is your game, well you can play not too far away. Tennis pro Steve Durie L.T.A. is available for coaching.
Social club sessions (PLEASE PHONE BEFORE GOING TIMES MAY HAVE CHANGED)
Tuesday 6.30 - 8.30 (Advanced) 
Wednesday 6.00pm - 8pm (open) 
Thursday 6.30- 8.30pm (intermediate) 
Sunday 10.30-12.30 (Open) 
All ages and standards are welcome, followed by a social drink in the clubhouse. Cost 7 euros
If you are interested please call Steve Durie on 675395168
Wednesday 6. 30 .
SPANISH ANGLING SAFARIS 
While in Spain enjoy sun, sea and a Spanish safari coarse fishing trip. All 
inclusive day trips with everything provided. (even down to the chair and parasol!)
Please note your passport will be required to obtain the licence to fish
Costs from 70 euros per person per day including transport and lunch (drinks extra so take the cool box) 
For further details please phone (0034) 965323241 Mobile (0034) 636569636. Email info@anglingsafaris.com website http://www.anglingsafaris.com/
For those wet and windy days (of which we have many at this time of year, or even to pass the time when you are waiting for the time to drive to the airport, why not visit the cinema at Pilar de la Horidada. The films are in English and with an average price of 5€ (check first)it is well worth the journey for up to date information, and to check prices and what is on go to http://www.cinemapilar.com/
Also for the not so good days a big problem is what to do with the under 8´s?
In the Commercial centre at Los Dolces (above the Super Value Supermarket) there is a newly opened MINI BALL PARK AND CAFE
This is available for children from 0 to 10 (check please before going 966765437) and it is understood that for five euros each child gets a small meal
and two hours in the ball park. 
For those days when you just need a couple of hours without your little darlings 
there is also a creche facility which we believe is open for children 0 to 8 monday to Friday 9.12 Saturday 11 - 7 and Sunday 11 -4 (please check before making plans)Events for 2007 May
For the annual May fair, Torrevieja enjoys a week of Andalusian style festivities between the 2nd and 6th of May.
There are small marquees with bars and a dance floor area
(casetas) set up in the area next to the Torrevieja Aquapark (Aquapolis), where people, some in traditional Andalusian costume 
, dance the famous "Sevillanas".There is a grand procession of men, women and children (all in traditional costumes) on horseback
and in carriages which creates a very proud atmosphere. You may also take the opportunity to taste some of the finest Andalusian wines. 
Medieval Market During the whole day
Easter 2007
From 6 to 8 April at the : Parque de las naciones
Price: Free entrance
SOLEMNE PROCESIÓN DEL ANUNCIO DE LA MUERTE DE JESÚS
8:00 a.m.
Viernes Santo, 6 de abril, a las 08.00 h.Desde la Plaza de la Constitución de Torrevieja
SOLEMNE PROCESIÓN DEL ANUNCIO DE LA MUERTE DE JESÚSCon la participación de la cofradía de la Convocatoria y representantes de todas las cofradías de la Semana Santa torrevejense.
SOLEMNE Y MAGNA PROCESIÓN DEL SANTO ENTIERRO DE CRISTO
9:00 p.m.
Viernes Santo, 6 de abril, a las 21.00 h.Desde el Templo Arciprestal de la Inmaculada Concepción de Torrevieja
SOLEMNE Y MAGNA PROCESIÓN DEL SANTO ENTIERRO DE CRISTOCon la participación de todas las cofradías de la Semana Santa torrevejense.
Please look at the Torrevieja website for directions to this and other postings http://www.torrevieja.com/
This is Spain Exhibition - 13, 14 and 15 April
Fantastic Prizes on Offer at Unique Ex-pat Exhibition
Christine Roche and her team are returning to Los Montesinos for the next ‘This is Spain’ exhibition which will take place on the 13, 14 and 15 April. The show will be held in a huge marquee in a central square within this modern and vibrant town.
As well as many well known established businesses,
several new companies have booked stands to showcase their products, which means that this exhibition will be more varied and interesting than ever before. There will be a number of charities and associations at the show too, including The Help Association of Torrevieja and the ‘Torry Army’. There will also be a number of events and demonstrations happening throughout the three days of the show, so there will be something for everyone.The raffle, always popular, will be bigger and better with some very special prizes. Those that have already been donated include a fabulous three and two-seater sofa suite in chocolate brown
leather from Sofital Iberica, Altea; or how about an exhilarating ride in a hot air balloon 
with a friend or partner, courtesy of Casa Iris? There is a holiday for two in a luxury hotel
, donated by This Is Spain Exhibitions and Destiny Furnishing has donated a solid Indian Redwood Console table with metal detailing. These are just some of the prizes that are already on offer for the raffle, with more coming in every day.There is now a new website with full details of everything that will be going on at the exhibition, including a list of exhibitors. See the website at http://www.thisisspainexhibitions.info/. Regular updates will be printed in the local press but make a note in your diary
now so that you do not miss ‘This is Spain.’ It is on the 13, 14 and 15 April in Los Montesinos.TERRAMITICA (or something like that! THEME PARK
For the children why not try the theme park near Benidorm open every day from 10am and more information can be found on their website http://www.terranatura.com/en/index2.htm
SCUBA DIVING
For those interested we have our own qualified British P.A.D.I instructor here
on the Costa Blanca. It is understood that you can take courses while over here and more information can be found at http://www.costablancadiving.com/ or by phoning Craig Bloor on (0034)966774693/(0034)627019502HORSE RIDING
For those who would rather stay on land there is a horse riding/trecking centre just down the road where
you can go out it is understood for as little as 15€. Following the road out of Sol Golf cross the blue canal bridge and head towards San Miguel. Just before Cheers bar
(on the left) you will see a Spanish Bar (Alba) and a dentist
on the right. Just after these (still on the right) there is a sign for the horse riding 
and you need to come off the main road and drive up the incline.Restaurant Rebate
menu del Dia 12€ have the lamb
(brilliant) From the Villamartin Plaza turn left at the T junction. pass between 2 holes of the golf course
, half Km ahead turn right to San Miguel, 2 Km, turn right then first left to Rebate, 9.5km stop two thirds of the way up to look at Juan Carlos new pad on your left 9 hole golf course in his front garden. Be careful 
restaurant will be on your right 10 minutes later. After lunch would recommend carry on the same road through Torremendo to the lake
scary drive at night would recommend lunchtime trip.Indigo Indian Restaurant & Takeaway La Zenia
I would confirm that Indigo's Indian Restaurant in La Zenia is the best Indian in the area. Having tried a number of the other Indian Restaurants I cannot believe how the majority of them in the vicinity survive, because quality and flavour of the food is poor and pricey.
Just two of the many comments on the Torre web site. Many times used as a meet and eat venue by Sol Golfers, this Indian restaurant just seems to get better. Owned by Miron and his son David you are also given a warm welcome into this clean and inviting restaurant. There is an open kitchen where you can see your meals prepared by his excellent Indian staff. Try the Tandori chicken which is the best ever!! It is advised to book (unless you are going very early evening) by phoning 966761659 (mobile) 670528908/648102537.
Next door but two is
THE HOP ROCK AND ROLL BAR
Owned by two fellow Sol Golfers
why not pop in for a beer and a bop 
to burn off a few of those calories after your Indian mealPlaces of local interest
The lagoons of La Mata and Torrevieja are made up a wetland of special interest for their botanical value and landscape of undoubted beauty as well as the socio-economic aspect, not many people realise that inside the park there is the working of the salt lakes among the most important in Europe.
Nature Park Lagoons
More than a hundred species of birds live alongside some amphibians and many reptiles in the park that is made up of two lagoons separated by a strip of land. There is also a series of levels of vegetation around the lagoons, fundamentally determined by the salinity of the earth and the use that man makes of the land.
The importance of the Torrevieja and La Mata lagoons can be appreciated by the fact that they constitute 52% of the municipal area. This unique environment is a "must" for all nature lovers.
The Eras de la Sal
The Eras de la Sal is a fine example of Spanish industrial architecture from the 18th century. It served as a storehouse and wharf for salt from 1777 until 1958. Now it has become one of the most authentic landmarks in Torrevieja and is a prime example of the restoration project that has brought back its former splendour, reminding us of the hard work of so many generations of “Torrevejenses”. Inside we can see the recovery of the so-called “Caballete", the wooden platform from which the salt was loaded on ships after being brought from the factory next to the lagoon of Torrevieja on trolleys.
It is hoped that in the near future the Museum of Sea and Salt will have its permanent location in this area.This structure, which rotted away at the beginning of the 70s, has been rebuilt as a true replica using very similar wood and siting it on the exact spot of the original.
In one of its patios there is a unique stage called 'tornavoz' where Torrevieja's annual International Habaneras and Poliphony Competition is held. The Eras de la Sal is considered in musical circles as the temple or cathedral of the Habanera (a type of song originally from Havana).
Park of Nations
This lies between the road CV-90, the main 4-332 coast road, the Calle Villa de Madrid and the ring-road, covering an area of twenty-se thousand square-metres and totally fenced-in. It is dedicated to the nations of Europe and it has a scale reproduction of the map of the European Continent. One of the most outstanding features inside is a lake covering six thousand square metres, with six thousand cubic metres of water unfit for drinking, making good use of the special tertiary treatment at Torrevieja's water purifying plant. In it there are geese, ducks, ganders and three thousand coloured carp. The local Mediterranean vegetation is abundant.
It also has an animal cage with iguanas and tortoises, and a children’s playground. Also found in the park are the Exhibition rooms "Los Aljibes" which house various art exhibitions which are advertised in programme of the Joaquín Chaparieta Torregrosa Municipal Cultural Institute. There is also an area for playing petanca, and a hermitage dedicated to San Emigdo, the co-patron of Torrevieja and protector from earthquakes and natural phenomena.
Museum of the Sea and Salt
At number 10 Calle Patricio Perez. Telephone 96-670-68-38. Opening hours: From Monday to Friday, mornings from 09.30 to 14.30 hrs and evenings from 17.00 to 21.00 hrs Saturdays from 10.00 to 13.00 hrs and 17.00 to 21.00 hrs. Sundays from 10.00 to 13.00 hrs. Closed Monday afternoon.
It was inaugurated in its present provisional headquarters in February 1995 and exhibits a selection of objects that constitute a reflection of Torrevieja's historic roots, such as a display of handicrafts made of salt, a collection of photographs of the time, model boats, archaeological material, articles for fishing and navigation and others. Recently there has been the outstanding exhibition of a magnificent model and diorama of the Torrevieja sailing ship "Pascual Flores", the last of Torrevieja's ancient coastal shipping fleet that is now being restored at the Salt quay after being bought by Torrevieja town hall in the United Kingdom.
Without doubt one of the most important attractions of this museum is the Delfin S-61 submarine, given by the Spanish Ministry of Defence to the town of Torrevieja. This vessel can be visited in the fishing port area. All the internal sections of the submarine can be visited. The submarine has been viewed by both Spanish and international visitors and is the only exhibit of its type in Spain. It represents a milestone in the existence of the Torrevieja Sea and Salt museum.
Tourist panoramic viewpoint ‘La Torre del Moro’
Situated in the former RENFE warehouse, which is now in the Parque de la Estación, the centre provides an attractive voyage through the history of the salt industry in Torrevieja. You can see a variety of old images which explain how the primitive salt industry worked in the town, as well as figures dressed in the salt workers costume and the typical boats in which salt was collected.
S. I. Exhibition Centre
The salt lakes are responsible for the identity of Torrevieja as a town. Visitors to the exhibition centre can find answers all their queries about salt and Torrevieja.
Useful Costa Blanca Public Transport Links
Murcia Tourist Office
Website
Alicante Town Hall
Website
Benidorm Town Hall
Website
Alicante Bus Station: Portugal, 17
Tel: 965 130 700
Benidorm Bus Station: Avenida Europa, 8
Tel: 66 803 955Website
Murcia Bus Station: Calle Bolos, s/n
Tel: 968 292 211
Golf
(please note prices/and courses may change this is for general news and we recommend that any one interested should contact the club before you go)
El President John Stephenson is also a member of the Havana Bar Golf Society (2005/6 Captain of the Shandon Bells Golf Society Villagolf). ´
He and the rest of the society would more than welcome any owner or guest of an owner to play with them and the society either as a guest or a member.
The Society plays the last Friday of the month and although there is not much discount they have a great day out and meet back at the bar for prize giving and a buffet meal. Partners and friends are always welcome. Membership of the society is 10€ per year and guests may play 3 times a year before needing to join but as guests will not be eligible to the prizes. For further information please contact John on 966764279/679521415 email havanabargolfsociety@hotmail.com or post a comment at the bottom of this page.
Golf Courses near Sol Golf Villamartin
If you play golf then you will understand the benefits of being able to holiday in one place and yet have the choice and variety of different courses, all within a short distance. Villamartin golf course is the nearest to Sol Golf and is just a five minute drive away, or indeed is within walking distance. The others are a little further away but well worth the drive.The Golf Courses
Villamartin email http://www.golfvillamartin.com/
Since opening in 1972, this Putman design course has been at the centre of Mediterranean golf. Breathtaking in its beauty, this course is always in superb condition. 18-hole, Par 72, 6130m. This course hosted the 1994 PGA Mediterranean Open.Within the grounds, can be found other facilities including 'The Square' which is a multilevel plaza with whole selection of restaurants, bars and shops. Las Ramblas http://www.golframblas.com/
Las Ramblas was created in 1991 by the Villamartin management. As the name might suggest, this demanding course rambles through valleys with the occasional water hazard and contains more rugged terrain. There are plans for a new and far more lavish clubhouse to be built soon. 18-hole, Par 72, 5914m Campoamor
The Real Club de Campoamor opened in 1989. This 18-hole course with its expansive fairways and excellent greens, offers some incredible scenery. With six 'dog legs', this course can prove testing at times! Also has a swimming pool. 18-hole, Par 72, 6200m.With its stunning new clubhouse, this course will be challenging for some major championships.
La Finca golf course
Algorfa, is located right in the heart of the Segura region. One of Vega Baja’s citrus farming villages, Algorfa is situated amongst lush and fertile countryside. La Finca Algorfa Golf is the newest course in Alicante and is an emerald jewel of great beauty with some spectacular views as it sits in the shadow of the la Escotera mountains with vistas towards the sea and Torrevieja’s two salt lakes.
Designed by José Ganceda, La Finca golf course has many features and currently has 18 holes, although it will finish being a 54 hole complex made up of 3 different golf courses; the present length is 6,394 metres with a 72 par. So if you are looking to play a game in country air or just look out on to some of the breathtaking scenery of well maintained and designed golf courses this is the place to be.La Finca golf course has the greatest variety of greens of any course on the Costa Blanca, ranging in size from very large to very small. In addition, the course has a reserve hole so that, in the event that one of the holes has to be closed off unexpectedly, players are still able to complete a full 18-hole round.The course also has several lakes with running water and reed beds along the course which adds beauty and difficulty to the game, and has made the course the home of a wide variety of migratory water birds, such as ducks and egrets, while the interior of the course is home to olive and palm trees, thus creating a beautiful backdrop of vegetation with a distinctly Mediterranean flavour.
18 Holes - Par 72 - 6394 Metres
MOSA GOLF October 2004, Mosa Golf hosted the PGA EuroPro Tour Championship which confirms that Mosa Golf is a world class Championship Golf Course.
Mosa Golf can be split up in the following three parts: Championship Course This is a brilliant 27 holes Course which will range itself under the top Courses of Europe because of:- high quality: built according the highest course specification (both USGA- and PGA-standard);- superior design; - ecological design: use of an ecological foam for the course through which the water consumption is reduced with 70%; on top of this there has been built a water recycling factory on the resort. The recycled water will be used for the reduced water consumption of the golfcourse.- unique landscaping of the course which resulted in three different 9 holes Championship Golf Courses with each a different theme;
Challenge Course The exclusive 9-holes par 3 Challenge Course distinguishes itself through its particular design. The greens and fairways are laid out to harmonize perfectly with the existing countryside. As the terrain is slightly rolling, this golfing paradise will offer you the unique experience of a subtropical landscape that finds its way through canyons Golf Academy The Academy is the right place for your first lessons or for obtaining your professional licence. For this purpose the Academy is equipped with a variety of tools like mirrors for swing analyses, video cameras, video monitoring and a sloping practice platform which will all help you to improve your technique. Finally there are practice greens for chipping and putting and a movable covered driving range available.
Bonalba Situated very close to Alicante, nestling in the foothills of the Sierra de Bonalba, the course overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. Complete with its own Golf Academy and large driving range. 18-hole, Par 72, 6367m Quesada Situated in a deep valley, the Marquesa course is probably the least demanding of the courses featured here. It is an ideal choice if it has been a while since you last played, and you are looking to get your swing back! Situated about 18 kms north of Torrevieja. 18-hole, Par 72, 6030m La Manga http://www.golf.lamangaclub.com/ Headquarters of the European PGA, La Manga is a Mecca for golfers from around the world. Set in amongst palm trees, there are two well-established 18-hole championship courses, as well as a new 18-hole course. Situated about 60 kms south of Torrevieja.
Roda golf course
the newest golf course in the area and the information is coming soon!
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