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Southern comforts

Later this year the eyes of the world will be on the Costa del Sol as the region plays host to The Solheim Cup for the first time, with Finca Cortesín the venue as the finest European and American female golfers compete for the famous trophy.

But it won’t only be stars of the women’s game who will descend on this part of the world in 2023. With more than 70 world-class golf courses and 325 days of sun a year, the region has become a prime destination for golf holidaymakers.

Perfect playing conditions and a diverse range of courses have kept golfers coming back year after year. It is no surprise, therefore, that the Costa del Sol has earned the nickname the ‘Costa del Golf’.

However, the region offers much more than just golf, from feeling the warm sand under your feet to taking

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