LAS COLINAS Golf and Country Club in Alicante, Spain fought off strong competition to be crowned the Golf Resort accolade in the International Hotel and Property Awards, hosted by Design et al. and the Design Society. Voted for by the public the awards recognise outstanding standards in hospitality, interior design and architecture from across the globe.
The Spanish resort, located in 330 hectares of Mediterranean woodland, has become a leader in attracting international leisure visitors and second-home owners to the region since its opening in 2010. Selling all 137 properties built in the first phase of construction, international interest in the newly released villas and plots has validated the growing appeal of Las Colinas’ tranquil setting and the measured vision of its owners. The tranquil setting is also home to the international school of falconry, a golf academy, tennis and paddle tennis courts, an ocean front beach club, gymnasium, sushi place, nature trails through 200,000 square metres of natural space, and new Las Colinas Experiences that emphasise the stunning natural beauty of the surrounding region.The International School of Falconry at Las Colinas offers a truly unique experience of flying birds of prey in the beautiful surrounding Mediterranean woodland. Anyone who wishes to take part can relish in the experience of flying a Harris hawk, a species known for its sociable nature, with specialised instructors to accompany you. Whether an expert or even an enthusiast, the team provides the necessary guidelines and support during your walk with the hawk through the forest to ensure a very rewarding and memorable experience.