The events that took place in Almeria last week are most unfortunate. The demolished property and its licence from the Vera Town Hall were not based upon an approved project of works (Project of Urbanization) for an approved detail plan (Plan Parcial) of an approved developable sector of a Local Plan (Normas Subsidiaras) approved by…read more
Come see all of our new English products at the Mini – Market in the Marquee! All time necessities for a “home from home” Xmas holiday include Marmite, Coleman’s English Mustard, all sorts of OXO cubes and a good choice of sauces including Cranberry for your turkey. Fancy a snack? We have super noodles and…read more
Body Mind Spirit, in association with Desert Springs Resort, is pleased to announce a very special offer being made available exclusively to property owners and members at Desert Springs. An introductory health retreat weekend will be held at The Day Spa @ Desert Springs on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th March 2008. Following on from…read more
FIFTH AWARD IN JUST TWO YEARS FOR DESERT SPRINGS IN SPAIN – THIS TIME FOR ITS GARDENS A fifth award in just two years has just been won by Desert Springs, Europe’s only luxury family resort and championship desert golf course in the Almanzora region of Almeria in south-east Spain. Despite its desert microclimate – …read more
As part of the Pink Weekend, we are pleased to announce a special Pink Pampering event to be held in the Zen Garden at The Day Spa @ Desert Springs on Friday 26th October 2007. The day will commence at 10.30am with yoga and instruction followed by a sumptuous Pink Picnic lunch served in the…read more
Becky Brewerton 2007 English Open Champion Trish Johnson 2007 BMW Italian Open Champion Congratulations to Desert Springs’ tournament professionals Trish Johnson and Becky Brewerton in qualifying for automatic selection to the Solheim Cup Team. Both players made the top 5 European Tour Solheim standings to gain their places on the team, which was…read more
The Desert Springs Resort and Golf Club, Almeria, Spain In 2004 Desert Springs Resort and Golf Club was officially appointed as the Spanish Home for the warm weather winter training of the National squad members of the Welsh Ladies Golf Union. Following the merger of the Welsh Ladies Golf Union (founded in 1904) and the…read more
The scene for the inaugural Desert Springs Summer Ball was set in the beautiful surroundings of El Torrente. Members of the star-studded cast started to arrive at around 20.00 hrs where 70 people gathered in the courtyard. There was an air of impending excitement as we enjoyed our glass of champagne and canapés. It was…read more
Desert Springs’ tournament professional Becky Brewerton notched up her first European Tour victory when she won the Ladies English Open at Chart Hills this weekend. Becky was locked in a four way tie for the lead going into the final round, a birdie at the first hole set the tone for the rest of the…read more
Enjoy an Arabian Night @ The Crocodile Club! Book your tickets now to our second spectacular Arabian Nights! Taking place on 20th July (Friday) at 8.00p.m, the Crocodile Club will be the truly atmospheric venue for an incredible Moroccan Food and Dance Fiesta once again! The tongue tingling dishes, prepared by our Pharaonic Chef, Mohammed…read more
¡Hola Residentes! Now available everyday, Kristina aims to get you to learn Spanish! The fun and simple Spanish Language Classes for introduction to everyday situations in Spain can be booked with just 24 hours in advance and times are flexible to suit you! Some of the themes of the programme are: * Basic Expressions, Greetings…read more
Our very demonstrative Executive Chef, Steve “El Maestro” Pegg, is offering Cooking Classes to be held in the Kitchen of the Crocodile Club, where he will share some culinary secrets of a strictly Mediterranean kind. Times are flexible to suit the interested party and the Chef’s schedule. Here are some of the different dishes, typical…read more
Have a “Van Gogh” at painting and sketching! Our Art Classes for both Adults & Children with Melanie run all year round, you only need to book with me, 24 hours in advance. Just “Picasso” one of the following themes and “Turner” your day round! * Cartoons & Caricatures* * Architectural Features @ The Crocodile…read more
Desert Springs’ tournament professional and resident at the Resort, Trish Johnson leads the Ladies European Tour Order of Merit. Trish has been in tremendous form so far this season, last week she finished in second place in the ‘Vediorbis Open de France’, her 5th top ten finish in 7 events and very nearly her second…read more
Desert Springs’ tournament professionals Trish Johnson and Becky Brewerton continue their excellent campaigns on the Ladies 2007 European Tour. Both players were in stunning form at last weeks Catalonia Masters that was played at the Club de Golf Masia Bach, in Barcelona. Becky shot a final round of 72 (level Par) to finish with an…read more
Helen Lavis, Desert Springs Golf Club Captain, would like to invite all fellow property owners, members and their guests to the inaugural Desert Springs Summer Ball to be held on Saturday 11th August, an exciting and innovative event, which coincides with The Summer Cup Challenge. The venue is El Torrente and the evening and fun…read more
The Sierra Sports & Fitness Club, located beside the Crocodile Club, the very popular rendezvous for residents, guests and visitors alike at the Desert Springs Resort, opened its doors In August 2005. Since then our resident Sports Manager, Jim Gordon, has been listening to resident’s suggestions, with a view to the extension of the existing…read more
Congratulations to Desert Springs’ tournament professional Trish Johnson who won her 18th career title, in the BMW Open played in Italy. Trish was in spectacular form; she birdied the last 3 holes to finish a shot ahead of her nearest rival. Following her victory Trish was flown to Wentworth to take part in the prize…read more
Desert Springs tournament professional Becky Brewerton finished in third place at the Northern Ireland Ladies Open that was played in Belfast last week. The result puts her in 8th position on the Ladies European money list and keeps her in touch for Solheim Cup selection. The result was Becky’s second top ten finish this season.…read more
The El Torrente Restaurant at Desert Springs has been awarded the 32nd International Annual Trophy for Tourism, Hostelry and Gastronomy, “The New Millennium Award”, by the Trade Leaders Club at their annual international awards ceremony held in Madrid, during the course of the recent 2007 International Tourism Trade Fair in that city. The awards ceremony…read more
