Discovery Tour

Isla Cristina

Isla Cristina is quite a young city, originating only 250 years ago this year. Sailors and fishermen from the Mediterranean and Catalan settled there due to the wealth of fish and seafood, mainly sardines, which could be caught. Over the years Isla Cristina grew from this small fishing community into the thriving city that it is today.
It has not always had its present name; the first name given to the area was Real Isla de la Higuerita, because of a fig tree which grew next to fresh water well. The name was changed to Isla Cristina in 1834 in honour of Queen Maria Cristina, who gave aid to the area after an epidemic. Isla Cristina is situated forty seven kilometres from Huelva city and has many attractions for different tastes.
There are 8 kilometres of fine sandy beaches, a busy port renowned for its fresh and preserved fish and activities such as windsurfing to have a go at. There is also a good town area with a wide range of shops to sample the local wares. You can take a walk around the port when the fishing boats unload their catch of the day, either first thing in the morning or just as the sun is setting. The harbour side warehouses sell Isla Cristina’s famous tinned tuna, mackerel and salt fish, which are all worth a try.
The economy is centred on fishing with a fleet of around 300 boats As you come into Isla Cristina from the A49 motorway the road crosses the Paraje Natural Marismas de Isla Cristina, which is a beautiful marshland home to storks, spoonbills and flamingos. There is also a marked footpath and cycleway; the Sendero de Molino Mareal de Pozo del Camino, a so-called ‘vía verde’ (green route), which follows the route of a disused railway line from Pozo del Camino to Ayamonte. The summer months transform the area into a busy tourist resort with many people staying in the surrounding hotels and apartments. Isla Cristina is well known for its carnivals and festivals throughout the year.

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Holiday Home Invasion

THE number of Britons who own a second home abroad has soared nearly 50% since 2000, figures reveal. An all time record of nearly 260,000 people own a foreign property,usually in a cheaper and sunnier country.

The majority of buyers are in their late 40s or 50s and are planning to retire to their new home, or at least to use it for six months every year when they stop work. Until they reach retirement, they hope to rent out their property but still use it for holidays and the occasional weekend. Charles Weston Baker, head of international research at an estate agent, said: 'People have a much higher expectation of their quality of life, that is what drives the demand for buying overseas. 'When they retire, they do not want to sit by the fire wearing slippers.

People are active into their 80s and it is easier and cheaper to fly abroad than to catch the train to some places in Britain.' The figures are published today by the Office for National Statistics, which said: 'The increasing affordability and accessibility of foreign property markets has contributed to a rise in the number.' Spain is easily the most popular choice among Britons. Nearly 70,000, about one in four of the total number of second home owners, have a property in Spain.

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Spain Tops UK's Big Getaway

Spain has come out as the number one destination for UK buy-to-let investors during 2005, a new study has revealed.Figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have shown that the majority of UK people considering investing in property abroad are heading for the traditional favourite of Spain. Despite the emergence of many other vibrant property markets in recent years, in particular eastern European destinations such as Bulgaria, the figures reveal that most are keen to stick to the old favourite.
Many people recognise that Spain represents a solid investment, with property still in hot demand despite talk of a slowdown in the market and the country's overall economy. That has failed to dampen the spirits of many property investors, who realise that the country is still hugely popular with British tourists as well as those from other countries, meaning that there will always be a market to help property prices grow.
And the number of people who have come to realise this fact has jumped considerably in recent years.While the government's U turn on self invested personal pensions (Sipps) had led some to fear that 2006 would result in a downturn in investment in foreign property, rather than the earlier anticipated increase, the ONS study suggests that the market will remain buoyant regardless of the Sipps situation.This can be seen from the fact that 257,000 Britons now own a second home abroad, according to the ONS statistics, with spending on overseas investment jumping by 45 per cent in the last four years alone.
Over 23 billion GBP's was spent by Britons on foreign property investments last year, with Spain being the top destination.However, the Spanish pull is not the only area interesting UK investors, with France coming second on the list.
According to the figures, while 27 per cent of foreign investments went on properties in Spain, 20 per cent of those investing in the property sector abroad chose France.Overall, 75 per cent of all second homes owned by Britons are in England, highlighting the fact that the UK property market is still one of the strongest in Europe despite the slowdown over the last 12 months, with investors still seeing the UK market as having the potential to offer significant returns.That view is endorsed by recent studies which have suggested that the housing market is back on track, with buy to let lending increasing at one of the fastest rates since the turn of the year.
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RATES AND RESERVATIONS Check our rates by introducing your date of arrival and the number of nights of your stay on the right side of this web page. From there you can make your reservation in real time, directly with the hotel, without paying intermediaries. DESCRIPTION 69 room hotel in a colonially designed building located on the 18 hole Nuevo Portil golf course. All services are available, including cleaning of clubs and shoes as well as reservations at other courses in the area. A great combination for work, sport and recreation and just a stone’s throw from the superb beaches. SERVICES Restaurant 24h. Room Service Swimming Pool Non- smoker rooms Fitness centre Internet Turkish Bath Business facilities 24h. Laundry Service Golf Course Golf Lessons RESTAURANT AC Nuevo Portil Golf Restaurant With excellent views of the El Portil golf course, the restaurant offers a select and interesting menu, based on local products, featuring choice meats such as Iberian game, as well as fish such as sea bass and turbot, traditionally prepared with a fine creative touch. The exclusive colonial design makes the restaurant an ideal venue for enjoying its innovative desserts and choice list of wines. FUNCTION ROOMS 3 rooms, maximum capacity 90 people. Direct and multiple high-speed connection to Internet. Business facilities (advisory services, hire of computer equipment, printers, photocopy and fax services, translations, hostesses, secretaries, flight reservations, car rental...). LOCATION In the centre 80 minutes 20 minutes Hotel AC Nuevo Portil Urb. Nuevo Portil, s/n 21459 Cartaya (Huelva)	ONLINE RESERVATIONS

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ISLANTILLA GOLF

Islantilla Golf inaugurated in 1992 and since then it has become one of the best and most well-known Spanish golf courses in Europe.In 1995 it was the venue for the Turespaña Masters won by Alex Cejka, as well as various Challenge Tour tournaments, including the APG of Spain. This has given a great status and reputation to Islantilla, which in the year 2000 was placed among the top 100 golf courses in Europe by the prestigious magazine Golf Digest27 holes, three different courses surrounded by leafy vegetation and impressive sea-views. The careful design of its Pencross greens and Agrostis Fairways give the course great quality and variety.The smooth slopes, the water, its landscape, its climate, turn golf into a real pleasure for all type of players and handicaps. You set the challenge.Excitement is guaranteed…

Tariffs:
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Green Fee 27 Holes 90 €
Green Fee 18 Holes 63 €
Green Fee 9 Holes 37 €
Practice Balls (25 Balls) 2 €
Golf buggy 18 Holes 38 €
Trolley 18 Holes 5 €
Electric Trolley 18 Holes 13 €
Set of Clubs 19 €
Locker 7 €
Golf Classes (1 Hour) 37 €

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HOYO 14 / NUEVO PORTIL GOLF.
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Property ID: 154
Price: € 269.500
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new complex of terraced houses situated on the sort after nuevo portil golf development. some of the properties will benefit front line golf positions. all the terraced houses have the following basic specification.the ground floor has a hallway, spacious lounge and dining area, washroom, kitchen, utility area and patio with doors that opens onto a private terrace. the first floor has the master double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, bathroom en-suite and a good size balcony. bedroom 2 is a twin room with fitted wardrobes and bathroom 2 is fitted with shower.the top floor consists of one large attic style room great for either a bedroom or alternative use and has a good size balcony.the communal complex will consist of a lovely pool set in well maintained gardens. underground parking spaces are allocated for each property. nuevo portil is a new development combining a top class golf course with well planned property developments, near the beaches and the center.HOMES & FINCAS, AYAMONTE

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Nuevo Portil.
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Homes & Fincas is an agent in Spain who provide properties in Nuevo Portil. This part of Spain where Nuevo Portil is located is still very Spanish and is one of the best kept secrets in Andalusia.
Nuevo Portil Golf is an impressive and exciting new Spanish development on the Costa de la Luz. It combines the perfect combination of immaculate Championship Golf with designed properties such as luxury villas and townhouses which are set amongst nature reserves and on the doorstep of the beach.
The resort of Nuevo Portil is situated on a beautiful stretch of coastline covered with Andalusian pine forests that go all the way down to the endless golden beach backed by sand dunes. To add to Nuevo Portil´s picturesque setting it is nestled behind a sandbank peninsular that creates a natural harbour and inlet for fishing and sailing boats and a fantastic place for water sports. The Nuevo Portil resort itself provides excellent facilities with driving range, large putting and chipping area, clubhouse, and 4 star hotel with gymnasium, sauna and restaurants.
The adjoining town of El Portil provides all the necessary amenities of shops and bars, and restaurants with excellent sea views perfect for relaxing after a game of golf or a day on the beach. Other adjoining villages to Nuevo Portil are Cartaya and Ayamonte. Situated 30km east of the Spain-Portugal border in Ayamonte / Costa Esuri, and just 10km from the city of Huelva, and with the E1 motorway it is easy to get to all destinations.
The mix of golf, beach and picturesque setting makes Nuevo Portil an ideal all year round holiday destination. It provides a prime example of the quality of development offered on the Costa de la Luz and the opportunity for investment.
Other good investment opportunities in property you will find in Costa Esuri, Isla Canela or Islantilla near Nuevo Portil. Here in Costa Esuri we have the largest residential project in Spain. Costa Esuri is an extension of Ayamonte with a wide range of properties built in the typically Spanish style. Islantilla and Isla Canela as well offer good property investment possibilities too.
Other golf courses close to Nuevo Portil for those who like a challenge are Bellavista, Islantilla, El Rompido, Isla Canela and near by in Portugal just 30min. drive away are Castro Marim, Quinta da Ria, Quinta da Cima and Benamor.

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Islantilla, is an ultra modern destination with excellent golf courses and properties. It belongs to the communities of Lepe and Isla Cristina in the Province Huelva, Costa de la Luz. It lies at the Andalusia Atlantic coast close to Ayamonte, Isla Canela, Costa Esuri, Nuevo Portil, El Rompido and Punta Umbria.
All these locations are well known areas in Spain where to spend fantastic holidays and to buy a property for investment. The proximity of Islantilla to both Faro and Seville airports is easily assessable by road. However this situation only changed dramatically in 1992, with the inauguration of the International bridge over the Guadiana river.
However it is the best thing to happen to the Islantilla area as it has opened up the tourist trade. The weather conditions in the Costa de la Luz (Coast of Light) in January the average temperature is about 11 degrees and in August about 33 degrees but overall throughout the year it is about 22 degrees.
The area of Islantilla is about 304 hectares and it enables the town planners to create an innovative concept with extensive infrastructure at their disposal. Situated close to the beaches and other recreational facilities there is a 27 hole golf course in Islantilla. There are first class hotels in the area with great swimming pools, sailing school, fitness studios, lovely grounds and children’s play areas.
There is also a beautiful walk-way along the sea beside exclusive beach properties. The sunsets are unbelievable which makes the visit to the area a more memorable one. The beach of Islantilla on the Costa de La Luz distinguishes itself through the quality of the water and its fine sand. Suffice to say the highest standard for tidiness and security is without question. They offer a variety at services, supervision, a health service, tourism and are environment friendly. These great elements along with forward thinking, enables Islantilla to be rewarded with the conferral of the blue flag every year.
There are many other beaches you will find in the neighbourhood of Islantilla, they are Isla Cristina, Isla Canela-Ayamonte, Nuevo Portil, El Rompido and Punta Umbria. The beaches and Andalusian villages are Spain’s best kept secret. The biggest Spanish holiday and Golf project near by is Costa Esuri with its 1st class golf properties on offer.
Those who want to explore this part of Spain on a boat, Islantilla can offer marinas in Ayamonte, Isla Canela and El Rompido. A large natural marina with thousands of ships of all sizes you will find in Nuevo Portil. The newest marina project is planned to open in Costa Esuri close to Ayamonte where the bridge is which connects Spain with Portugal and just a 15min drive from Islantilla.