2013 Golf Chic (pdf version) - Ladies European Tour

Aphrodite Hills Golf ClubEléa Golf ClubMinthis HillsSecret ValleyA Relaxing and Refreshing Islandto Stimulate your SensesSituated on verdant meandering hills, overlooking the place whereAphrodite is said to have emerged from the waves, Aphrodite HillsGolf Club offers a tranquil setting, as well as a unique challenge, withits spacious fairways cutting through lakes and enveloping olive andcarob trees.The distinctive landscape is unrelenting, providing tests for golfersof all abilities, with a real skill required to conquer the holes that runalongside or traverse the dramatic central ravine. This striking deepcanyon separates two plateaux and makes the course truly unique,with the descent down to the seventh tee presenting an adventurein itself. The back tee on the third looks forever over the gorge andpresents a thrilling shot, while the eighth and 15th provide exquisiteviews. Voted in the Top-20 Most Popular Courses in Europe 2011, it isno wonder that the course has become famed as one of the best in theMediterranean.The golf is part of an integrated resort, which features anInterContinental Hotel, offering five-star luxury, bars and restaurants,a Greco-Roman award winning Spa, a Horse Riding Club, as well asnature and bike trails.Golf AcademyThe Aphrodite Hills Golf Academy features first class practicefacilities, including a large double-ended driving range with targetsand distance markers. Other resources include pitching and chippinggreens with bunkers, a generously sized putting green and achallenging three-hole course, consisting of two par 4s and a par 3.A wide range of programmes are offered under the expert tutelage ofexperienced PGA qualified golf professionals, with access to the latesttraining technology, including the state-of-the-art gasp system forswing analysis.Course Features:> 18 hole championship standard golf course> Par 71> Course length: 6.299mwww.aphroditehills.comAt an altitude of 550m above sea level, tucked away in a valleysurrounded by vineyards and orchards and encircling a 12th centurymonastery, the golf course at Minthis Hills has been carefullyintegrated into the landscape. It is a course for all seasons, enjoyingcool breezes even during the summer, and having opened in 1994,it is the first course in Cyprus. The Course has recently undergoneextensive enhancement by Mackenzie & Ebert. Minthis Hills also offersexcellent practice facilities and an exceptional clubhouse with asuperb restaurant and bar.Elevated tees invite everyone to “have a go”, yet narrow tree-linedfairways provide a challenge, with each shot requiring carefulassessment. The sporty short par four 12th hole is an example, wherethe green can be reached with a well struck drive, although dangerlurks all along the left with the steep valley cascading away. The 14th& 17th holes are challenging uphill par fours requiring accuracy anddistance to reach the green in two, and the new 13th hole provides anexcellent crescendo to a set of good par threes with water surroundingthe green. To top it off it is a looped course, with each nine returningyou to the clubhouse, perfect for halfway refreshments!Course Features:> 18 hole championship standard golf course> Par 71> Course length: 6.900 yardswww.eleaestate.comAt an altitude of 550m above sea level,tucked away in a valley surrounded byvineyards and orchards and encircling a12th century monastery, the golf courseat Minthis Hills has been carefullyintegrated into the landscape. It is acourse for all seasons, enjoying coolbreezes even during the summer,and having opened in 1994, it is thefirst course in Cyprus. The Coursehas recently undergone extensiveenhancement by Mackenzie & Ebert.Minthis Hills also offers excellentpractice facilities and an exceptionalclubhouse with a superb restaurantand bar.Elevated tees invite everyone to “havea go”, yet narrow tree-lined fairwaysprovide a challenge, with each shotrequiring careful assessment. The sportyshort par four 12th hole is an example,where the green can be reached witha well struck drive, although dangerlurks all along the left with the steepvalley cascading away. The 14th & 17thholes are challenging uphill par foursrequiring accuracy and distance to reachthe green in two, and the new 13thhole provides an excellent crescendoto a set of good par threes with watersurrounding the green. To top it offit is a looped course, with each ninereturning you to the clubhouse, perfectfor halfway refreshments!Course Features:> 18 hole championship standard golfcourse> Par 71> Course length: 5.843mNestled in a scenic vale by Petra touRomiou, the place where legend saysAphrodite the Goddess of love was born,Secret Valley Golf Course is quite oftena preferred choice on the island for itsstunning setting, friendly and relaxedatmosphere, as well as sheer playability.With trees providing shade as well asobstacles, and striking natural rockformations draped across the estate,there are numerous challenges to befaced when playing the course.Secret Valley is the second 18-hole golfcourse developed in Cyprus and hasbecome a favourite among golfers interms of playability and enjoyment.The course has a rural and isolatedfeel, in the midst of natural Cypriotcountryside, making it the perfect placeto unwind.Secret Valley will becomepart of a two 18-hole golf project,designed by famous golfer Tony Jacklin,four times Ryder Cup Captain.Course Features:> 18 hole championship standard golfcourse> Par 72> Course length: 5.989mwww.secretvalleygolfresort.comThe beautiful island of Cyprus, withbeaches and rolling mountains inabundance, lies at the crossroads of threecontinents: Europe, Africa and Asia.In addition to an expanding golfingscene, with prestigious courses that aretransforming Cyprus’s tourism and addingto its conference and incentives offering,the island possesses the ideal landscapeand features for enthusiasts of hiking,cycling and watersports, amongother sports.Perfect Climate for Golf: 340 days ofsunshine Cyprus enjoys year-roundsunshine, making it a dream golfingdestination during the Autumn, Winter andSpring seasons. Winters are mild with anaverage of 6-7 hours of sunshine a day.The currency of Cyprus is Euro €The island has two modern internationalairports, located in Larnaka and Pafos,with easy access to all parts of Cyprus.Pafos International Airport is ideallylocated close to the island’s prestigiousgolf courses, while Larnaka InternationalAirport is only an hour drive away.For inquiries on Cyprus Golf Tourism please contact:cytour@visitcyprus.comMaro.Kazepi@visitcyprus.comT. +357 22 691100T. +357 22 691216www.visitcyprus.comwww.minthishills.com132133