• From: Antoinette and Fredy
  • Date: Saturday 24th August, 2013
  • Subject: Email of thanks following a Round of Golf and Lunch in El Torrente Restaurant
Hi Tania,

How are you ? We are doing well so far. Here it is really summer. Fredy is in Spain until the 5th of September. Today we have been in Desert Springs. The golf course is still beautiful, it is very well maintained.

In the restaurant, the food was still very good, the waiters were very friendly. I was pleased to see so many guests.

We hope to see you soon in Spain.
 
Fondest Wishes

Antoinette and Fredy
  • From: Sudgir Jagsi
  • Date: Monday 19th August, 2013
  • Subject: Sudgir's comments following his 4 night family break at Desert Springs between 15th – 19th August 2013.

 

Thanks for everything.

We were impressed with the dining and the facilities.

The staff are extremely hard working and let us know of any interesting offers.

Sudgir Jagsi

  • From: Almeria Football Club Manager Manuel Mandez and Head Coach Juna Cintas Gongora
  • Date: Friday 9th August, 2013
  • Subject: Reporting on the visit of UD Almeria (Almeria Football Club) 'B' Team for their official 2013 Pre-season Football Training Camp

UD Almeria B Team 2013 Pre-season Training Camp at Desert Springs Football Academy

UD Almeria B Team 2013 Pre-season Training Camp at Desert Springs Football Academy

 

Following on from the success of their promotion last season to the Primera División (First Division) Union Deportiva Almeria (Almeria Football Club) selected Desert Springs Resort to be host once again to the pre-season training camp of their ‘B’ Squad between Monday 5th – Thursday 8th August.

A squad of 25 players and eight officials from Almeria Football Club spent three days at the resort for their training camp to benefit from the facilities of the renowned Football Academy established at Desert Springs.

 

UD Almeria Training at Desert Springs Football Academy

UD Almeria Training at Desert Springs Football Academy

 

Speaking of the teams experience at Desert Springs, Almeria Football Club Manager, Manuel Mendez and Head Coach Juna Carlos Cintas Góngora remarked: 

“The football pitch at Desert Springs is 6 star; we will not play on a pitch of better quality throughout the season.

 


UD Almeria vs Club Athletico Pulpileno Pre-season Friendly Match at the Desert Springs Football Academy

 

UD Almeria vs Club Athletico Pulpileno Pre-season Friendly Match at the Desert Springs Football Academy

 

Our resort accommodation at the community of Las Sierras was very comfortable and we found the sports facilities at the Sierra Sports & Fitness Club sufficient for the needs of our training camp. In their free time, some of the players ventured out to the Golf Academy to utilise the practice facilities and enjoyed themselves.

The Food and Beverage was of excellent quality and was specifically just what the team required.

The Resort staff were very professional and courteous and nothing was too much trouble for them.

In conclusion, Desert Springs Resort is a great location for a training camp. We have held training camps at other locations and all agree, including the players, that Desert Springs is of better quality!”

The training camp culminated with a pre-season friendly match at Desert Springs against Club Athlético Pulpileño with Almeria Football Club winning 6-0.

During their stay, the Almeria players and officials were accommodated in some of the privately-owned apartments normally reserved for holidays and short breaks at Desert Springs and the resort’s executive chef was on hand to cater for the special dietary requirements of individual players dining in the resort’s award-winning El Torrente Restaurant.

  • From: Jacqueline Fuller
  • Date: Wednesday 7th August, 2013
  • Subject: I really enjoyed the workouts and would love to do them again particularly in such a stunning setting overlooking the sea!

 

Hi Daniel,

I went to both of Daley's workout and really enjoyed them. 

As you know I run a lot and also spin but I never really do much body strengthening, so Daley really shook up my routine.

The first day was circuit training using all of the equipment in the gym pushing our heart rates up to the max in quick sharp shots to get the full benefits of a workout. It was hard work but a great workout. 

He concentrated on legs and arms the next day with lunges, squats and bench presses. He made the workouts very challenging but fun and effective. 

Daley was really friendly too and joined in and got everyone involved by adapting each activity to the children and to the adults. 

I really enjoyed the workouts and would love to do them again particularly in such a stunning setting overlooking the sea.

 

Best regards,

Jackie

Jacqueline Fuller

  • From: Daniel L
  • Date: Tuesday 6th August, 2013
  • Subject: "I would highly recommend a visit and my friends and I will absolutely be doing so in the future!"? Daniel's review of his weekend Golf break at Desert Springs Resort posted on Trip Advisor

 

We had a fabulous weekend of golf and fun at Desert Springs Golf Club.

The course was immaculate and although tight, if you keep it straight off the tee you can score well.

The greens are quick but held the ball well if you managed to land on them!

The staff throughout the resort were fantastic, it really was 5* service throughout.

I would highly recommend a visit and my friends and I will absolutely be doing so again in the near future.

  • From: Vincent
  • Date: Sunday 4th August, 2013
  • Subject: "This is a lovely place to spend a sunny break in this little part of Arizona in Spain!"? Vincent's review of his holiday at Desert Springs Resort posted on Trip Advisor

 

“Holiday at Desert Springs Spain”

Have just returned from a weeks holiday at Desert Springs Golf Resort in Almeria Spain.

Even as a non golfer this is a lovely place to spend a sunny break in this little bit of Arizona in Spain. 

Beautiful pool areas if you take an apartment or private pool in some of the villas. 

The clubhouse offers excellent dining in supreme comfort with the option of the deck with a stream passing close by. 

Alternatively there is the Crocodile Club which boasts a beautiful pool area and excellent restaraunt and bar area, easy to spend a whole day here enjoying the pool side service.

All this for very favourable rates, definitely a high 4 star if not 5 and it won't break the bank.

  • From: Eve M
  • Date: Saturday 3rd August, 2013
  • Subject: "Great family holiday" – Eve M's review of her family break at Desert Springs posted on Trip Advisor

 

 

Just returned from a brilliant family holiday at Desert Springs.

We stayed in a town house in the Las Sierras part of the resort.

The accommodation was comfortable, spacious and thankfully air conditioned!

The town house was just a few minutes from the Crocodile Club. We ate out at the Crocodile Club a few times and found the food to be delicious, child friendly and reasonably priced. 

Great service from everyone at Desert Springs, especially the staff at the Croc Club restaurant and the pool bar. 

Desert Springs is in a quiet part of Spain and is perfect for people who want a relaxing holiday in the sun away from the crowds. 

Lovely beaches nearby and we especially enjoyed Mini Hollywood and the local water park.

  • From: Rich M
  • Date: Saturday 27th July, 2013
  • Subject: "Delightful Desert Springs" – Rich M's review of his 3 day golf break at Desert Springs posted on Trip Advisor

 

I recently went for a 3 day golf break to Desert Springs with 8 of my friends and cannot speak more highly about our trip. 

From start to finish, we were treated to fine service, surroundings and golf. 

I am lucky enough that my job allows me to travel the world, so when I can I always find a spare half a day to fit in a round of golf. I have played many courses all over the world and would rank the Desert Springs course up there with the best of them. The fairways and greens where immaculate and it is easy to see that they really put alot of time and effort into the upkeep of the course and its surroundings. The cousre is fairly tight so remember to bring your A game, but if you like a challenge, I recommend anyone to play here. 

There were 8 of us in the Villa and we all found it to be extremely spacious, comfortable and well equipped. We also ate at the on site resturaunt where the food was excellent as was the service.

Overall it's a big thumbs up and I look forward to hopefully returning to Desert Springs someday for more.

 

Rich M

  • From: Marsh
  • Date: Tuesday 23rd July, 2013
  • Subject: "Fantastic Resort with great facilities, especially golf and very helpful staff" – Marsh's review of his long weekend golf break at Desert Springs posted on Trip Advisor

 

A group of friends went over from the UK for a long weekend of golf.

We had a fantastic time, we were well looked after and everything was very easy.

The transfers frm the airport worked very smoothly and we were warmly received upon arrival.

The accommodation was superb and clean and we overlooked one of the greens, being able to swim in the pool with great views.

We ate several meals in the restaurant, all of which were delicious and reasonable – and breakfast every morning was lovely.

All in all a great resort and a fantastic weekend…

  • From: Ben M
  • Date: Monday 22nd July, 2013
  • Subject: "I will be returning next year without a doubt" – Ben M's review of his golf break at Desert Springs posted on Trip Advisor

 

We celebrated a friends birthday enjoying the golf at Desert Springs and had a fabulous time.

The transfer from the airport was smooth and well organised. A comfortable mini bus drove us to the resort.

Once there, check in was simple and we were quickly enjoying our villa, with pool and views of the par 3 second hole. 

We ate breakfast and dinner at the restaurant every day and the food was first class. We usually grabbed something on the course – usually a baguette on the 9th hole which was brought to us by the course staff. In fact, you could organise anything to be brought to you at any part of the course. All aspects of the course management were second to none. The course itself was immaculately presented and the buggies, driving range and putting green all superb. 

The staff really made this trip so enjoyable, cheerful and helpful in every capacity.

I genuinely can't find any fault with this resort.

I have played numerous courses and enjoyed many luxurious holidays but this has been the best by far. I will be returning next year without a doubt.

Room Tip: We chose a villa with golf course views and a pool. You really cannot go wrong wherever you stay.

  • From: Richard M
  • Date: Monday 22nd July, 2013
  • Subject: "A great weekend from start to finish, we will definitely be going again!" – Richard M's review of his golf break at Desert Springs posted on Trip Advisor

 

An excellent weekend and experience from start to finish. 

We never had to left a finger after arriving at the airport until the end of our trip.

Everything was taken care of, all our needs met and nothing was to difficult. 

The transfer from the airport was smooth and comfortable and nice to get out of the hustle and bustle of the city to a beautiful spot at Desert Springs. 

The Golf course was immaculate the greens extremely well kept and the course interesting and testing. 

The accommodation was first class, the service throughout superb, with extremely kind and helpful staff in all areas. We were extremely well looked after. 

The food was brilliant, a great varied menu and a good filling breakfast to start the day with. 

The most amazingly well kept football pitch (five a side and full sized) for those that like a bit of a run about in the evening.

A great weekend from start to finish, we will definitely be going again!!!

It had a much more personal feel to it than my stay at Celtic Manor you didn't just feel like another customer. Fantastic.

  • From: James Stembridge
  • Date: Thursday 27th June, 2013
  • Subject: We have had a wonderful time as always when we come to Desert Springs, and its not if, but when we come back! James comments following his 9 night stay at Desert Springs between 19th and 28th June 2013

Dear Carmen and Sandra,

Regrettably, we are on our way home early on Friday morning, so will not see you to say goodbye.

We have had a wonderful time as always when we come to Desert Springs, and its not if but when we come again!

May we thank you both for the perfect organisation and arrangements as usual, and we look forward to coming back soon!

Kind regards,

Jim Stembridge

  • From: Jules D
  • Date: Tuesday 25th June, 2013
  • Subject: "Serenaded by frog song at El Torrente restaurant, Desert Springs!"? Jules review of El Torrente restaurant at Desert Springs Resort posted on Trip Advisor

 

We stayed at Desert Springs for a week in June 2013 and ate at the golf club restaurant on 3 occasions.

The three best things about this restaurant are the quality of the food, the friendly staff and the ability to sit outside by the water (with the birds and the frogs!).

Our favourite dishes were the risotto starters (wish prompted our purchase of some risotto rice to try and recreate similar dishes on our return!) and the Iberian pork dishes (with sauces to die for).

The deserts were good but not as amazing as the starters/mains…apart from our final night where they adapted the cava sorbet to include some raspberry coulis especially for us – which was amazing.

  • From: Paul Smith
  • Date: Wednesday 19th June, 2013
  • Subject: We had a great weekend of golf, food, wine & sun! Paul's comments following his groups 4 night stay at Desert Springs between 13th and 17th June 2013

Thanks Sandra,

We had a great weekend of golf, food, wine and sun.

I completed the questionnaire regarding our review and also picked out three of the staff (KImberley, Ellie & Roxana) that were very helpful to us on our first trip there.

Kind Regards,

Paul L Smith

  • From: Kevin Young
  • Date: Monday 17th June, 2013
  • Subject: Kevin's comments following his party of four, 4 day golf break at Desert Springs between 5th and 9th June 2013

Sandra,

Thank you very much for your email, and I can confirm we had a most enjoyable 4 nights at desert springs, the course was a joy to play and also in fantastic condition.

Please thank Natalia for me as she looked after us all very well, along with the other members of staff.

We hope to return and will pass on your details to our friend as recommendations.

Thank you again.

Best Regards

Kevin Young

World Express Freight

  • From: Emma & Simon Roberts
  • Date: Monday 17th June, 2013
  • Subject: We Would definitely recommend Desert Springs! Emma & Simon's comment following their 7 night stay in a Country Cottage at Desert Springs between 1st and 8th June 2013

Hello,
 
Thank you for contacting us.  

We had a wonderful holiday at Desert Springs.  

The accommodation was lovely & clean as was the resort.  

All the staff were helpful & we thought the restaurant was good value for money.

We would definitely recommend Desert Springs.
 
Kind regards
Emma & Simon Roberts

 

  • From: Lynne Taylor
  • Date: Sunday 16th June, 2013
  • Subject: Birthday Celebration at the Crocodile Club on the 15th of June 2013

Daniel,

I just wanted to say a massive thank you to you and your team for a fantastic evening in the Croc Club. The food was very good and everyone enjoyed themselves. Ellie, Robert and Dimitri made us feel very special and nothing was too much trouble – they did you proud!

Thank you once again,

Lynne.

  • From: Nuria Ore
  • Date: Thursday 6th June, 2013
  • Subject: Thank you from the Mayor of Cuevas del Almanzora to the Desert Springs team

Good afternoon,

Just to thank you on behalf of the Mayor Don Jesús Caicedo, the Councillor for Tourism Rocío Rodríguez and from the people who accompanied the two groups last Saturday, for the welcome and attention given by the entire team of Desert Springs.

They were very pleased with the visit to Cuevas del Almanzora.

Thanks again for your help.

Regards,
Nuria Ore
 

  • From: Barbara McMaster
  • Date: Monday 3rd June, 2013
  • Subject: "A massage by Karen is pure HeavenÂ…." Barbara's comments on her treatments at The Day Spa

Hi Karen,

Thank you so much for pampering us all this week. …you were fabulous, fun and professional.

A massage by Karen, outside in the sunlight, a cool breeze blowing and the private, gentle calmness of the zen garden. . .is pure heaven.

This is a must to relax your body and calm your mind.

Karen is fabulous at finding those little knots and releasing the tensions. A great way to spend the day and get the benefits of being outdoors.

A must have treat….. I was always interested but too nervous about the naked flame to have the Hopi ear treatment but in Karen's experienced and calming hands it was a fabulous experience. The treatment was calming and relaxing and really cleared my head when I hadn't even realised I needed it. The sinus massage at the end was gentle but stimulating. This is definitely a must have treat and you will be amazed at the way you feel and what can be extracted if you're brave enough to look!!

Great way to relax and chill out.

Thanks so much again and I hope to get to experience it all again next year.

Barbara Mcmaster on her treatments at the Day Spa.
District Manager
Belfast

  • From: Maria Isabel Giraldez Garcia
  • Date: Monday 3rd June, 2013
  • Subject: Comments from Maria Isabel Giraldez Garcia following her visit to Desert Springs on the 30th May with the students and teachers from the IES Jaroso in Cuevas del Almanzora

 

Dear Fraser,

I am writing to personally thank you for the welcome the students and teachers of CFGS (Higher Level Training Course) of GIAT (Guide, Tourist Information and Assistance) taught at the IES Jaroso in Cuevas del Almanzora received on the 30th May.

Congratulations on the service you provide to your customers at the Desert Springs Resort and for the attention received, as much by you as by Carmen Alvarez de Cienfuegos, Niel and Joel Lode, who enjoyed accompanying and supporting us as much as possible, and we await the presentation of his book this summer about the interesting work being carried out as naturalist at Desert Springs Resort. This is the review that appears on our blog, which you can visit at:
http://www.iesjaroso.es

This visit was the last we had scheduled within the activities organized by the Cuevas del Almanzora CADE within the ‘Emprende Joven’ programme of which  summary appears as follows:
“Visit to Desert Springs Resort: This visit is the last activity that we have carried out under the ‘Emprende Joven’ programme promoted by the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Economy, Innovation, Science and Employment of the Government of Andalucia.”

The visit was carried out personally by one of its owners and managers, Fraser Prynne, and by other members of staff, such as Mrs. Carmen Alvarez de Cienfuegos (responsible for Lodge accommodation reservations) and Mr Joel Lode (naturalist and responsible for looking after the high biodiversity found at the resort). We were able to practice our golf skills with a few rules given by Neal, golf professional, we toured your golf course, swimming pool, areas for entertainment for adults and children, as well as the restaurants and bars. Finally, we watched a film by Joel Lode where we got to know ‘the 460 plant and animal species that live each day with golfers, staff and other visitors … in true harmony’: from the Greek Tortoise, an endangered species, fish which ‘eat insect eggs” and are imported from China and they keep the lakes free from mosquitoes, to the carob plants, palm trees and even pine trees.

From our visit we have seen “in situ” that nature; biodiversity and leisure can coexist, creating further wealth and prosperity to the native population of Cuevas del Almanzora. A tourism product yet to be discovered by many residents of Cuevas del Almanzora and Almeria which they can feel very proud of and still has a lot to offer as a “tourist resort” of Cuevas del Almanzora and almerian tourism, still unknown by many.

In short, we learned about “a quality product, environmentally friendly and in harmony with their surroundings.”

Will definitely be back to visit soon and recommend it to anyone who, though not to practice golf, wants to enjoy nature in combination with relaxation, tranquility and gastronomy. ”

Best Regards,
Mª Isabel Giráldez García
Teacher – Cooperative Coordinator ‘Bellalmanzora’
Head of I.E.S Tourism Depatment, Jaroso