If golf is your major objective for getting away for a while, why not get away to a virtual paradise that combines the best of golfing with other pleasure pursuits that delight the senses. Yes, Nerja is the place for the perfect golf get-away. While not as famous as the other destinations that Costa del Sol has to offer, it is definitely worthwhile for just the same reason.

Golf on my mind – Of course that’s what you are here for and it makes perfect sense to head straight for Baviera, just 15 minutes from Nerja, designed by a professional to suit all handicaps, and offering a range of strokes. The breathtaking landscape flanked by the Mediterranean Sea on one side and majestic mountains on the other makes this course unique in a land peppered with golf courses.

About Nerja – There really is more to Nerja than golf and you would do well to take a trip around this sleepy little village. The narrow cobbled streets invite exploration and long walks that lead to delightful surprises and hidden gems for non-golfers. There is a Tuesday market that displays local wares ranging from jewellery to exquisite craftwork. Local eateries and bars abound, especially on Burriana Beach. Walking tours are a Nerja speciality and takes you through exotic locations inaccessible any other way.

Balcon de Europa – This is a balcony on the side of a cliff that affords indescribably beautiful views of the Mediterranean and the sandy beaches nestling it. An avenue fringed by palm trees leads visitors up to this panoramic view. Besides being a tourism icon, it also serves as a focal point for local celebrations. The procession for the festival of San Isidro starts here and winds its way to the famous Caves of Nerja. It is a beautiful sight with the majestic Andalucian thoroughbreds and flamenco dancers, flanked on all sides with food stalls selling goodies from pescaito frito and paella to burgers.

Cueva de Nerja – These are the pre-historic caves of Nerja, a huge cavern of which has been ingenuously converted to a concert hall. It is supposed to have been accidentally discovered by goatherds and ever since has become a must-see attraction which draws thousands of visitors from all over. Prepare to be awed by the immensity of it all.