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you will also see at least three European stylecafes! Smaller than Marrakech, it offers a verystrong choice of golf courses.

Morocco must be explored – a tour around themarkets, the Atlas Mountains, MajorelleGardens, Saadian Tombs, ancient Berbervillages, drives into the desert... the list isimpressive! There’s plenty to see and do andour representatives will look after you as muchor as little as you want them to. Excursions canbe pre-booked by us or reserved during yourstay.

No visa is required and the airports are modernand efficient. For holiday memories aswonderful as Ali Baba’s cave, the historictreasures of Marrakech, Morocco is amust...And it’s only four hours away.

The gateway to Africa…The outdoor life year-round…Very accessible courses...

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Just four hours from the UK, and an hour’s ferryride from Spain, Morocco is the ideal startingplace for the traveller to Africa. You go therewith the expectations of mosques, vibrant openair markets and bustling kasbahs and you willnot be disappointed, it has all these things andmore.

Moroccan life is very much outdoors: latemorning breakfasts by the pool, reading a bookon the rooftop terrace and candle-lit ‘al fresco’dinners. Golf is usually played early morning ormid-afternoon. At night, the place comes alivewith wonderful nightclubs, stylish bars, casinosand food markets.

Morocco has three main tourist destinations –Marrakech, Agadir and Rabat. Marrakech isbohemian, charming and very friendly and thewhole scope of accommodation rates amongthe finest we’ve seen anywhere. Service,attention-to-detail and decoration is of thehighest order and you’ve got all the moderncreature comforts too. And, as with all ourholidays, if you don’t see what you like, tell uswhat you’re looking for and we’ll use ourexpertise, experience and contacts to come uptrumps for you.

The golf is very pretty and a delight to play.Plus, all are easily accessible, wherever youchoose to stay. The weather is ideal for golffrom October to early June.

Rabat is the capital of Morocco. It is a city thatmixes the past with the very modern - for everyplace of worship you may pass on your travels,

Le Pavillon du Golf (page 211).

Dar Es Salam Royal Golf Club (page 213).

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SPAIN

ALGERIA

MOROCCO

Marrakech

Rabat

Mediterranean Sea

Atlantic Ocean

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CasablancaMohammedia Royal

Dar Es Salam

PalmeraieAmelkisRoyal Marrakech

200 miles

Hotel locationMain townGolf Club

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How to get thereHere’s a list of the most convenient ways to get to your holidaydestination.

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Planen Several UK airports – Marrakech or Casablanca (4 hours)

What the price includesOur prices are based on an exchange rate of MAD13.5/£1. Should the exchange rate decrease orincrease, we will quote your holiday at the commercialexchange rate of the day.

All our prices are ‘’all-inclusive’’ and there are NO hidden extras. The “From” price is based on mid-weekand low season, and the “To” price is based on weekend and high season. The prices include:n Fly-transfer via UK – Marrakech or Rabat airport based on

scheduled flights costing £250 per personn Local private return airport to hotel and golf transfers n The accommodation and board as detailedn The selection of courses in the example itineraryn Taxes and service chargesn A comprehensive Holiday Information Packn The knowledge and experience of our teamn ABTA and ATOL bonds so you know your money is safen Past Client benefits depending on your holiday spend

Please contact us on 01277 824100 for the exact price foryour preferred holiday dates as prices can vary week-to-weekand we may have received a relevant special offer.

Groups - save £££s per person!Discounts range from £50 for a group of five people for athree-night stay up to £1000 for a group of 25 people on aweek’s stay! See page six of the Introduction and call us on 01277 824100 for exact prices.

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One of Morocco’s ancient walled cities.

No currency surchargeWe guarantee that the holiday price quoted to you when you

pay your deposit is the holiday price you will pay. We havetaken steps to avoid any possibility of surcharging our clients

for currency fluctuations and any other holiday cost.

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Palmeraie Golf Palace ***** Marrakech 1

A ‘town’ of leisure, top-endfacilities and high-level service,this resort is the best golf-hotel inMorocco and a very good choice

At a glancen Superb service and facilitiesn Village-style layoutn Shuttle service to Marrakech

Suggested itinerary From ToThree nights’ b/b a welcome dinner,golf at Palmeraie (twice) £645 £695

Seven nights’ b/b, two dinners, golf atPalmeraie (four times) & Royal Marrakech and a day excursion with dinner to the Atlas mountains £1095 £1350

Single room supplement per night £75 £90

Courses within 30 minutesn Golf Palmeraie (on site) n Golf Amelkisn Royal Golf de Marrakech

for keen golfers looking forconvenience and style.

The main hotel is the Palmeraie Golf Palacewith its 312 bedrooms overlooking thegardens, golf course or Atlas mountains. Everybedroom comes with all the delights youexpect from a top-class hotel plus a balcony orterrace where you can sip your mint tea.

For most of the year, you can enjoy an ‘alfresco’ breakfast at Le Grand Bleu restaurantlocated next to the pool, which also serves agrilled buffet at lunchtimes. Gourmet dinerswon’t go hungry in the evening; there’s theMoroccan ‘Narjis’ and an Italian, Japanese andlounge bar restaurant for lighter snacks.

In addition to the hotel’s piano bar, there’s asports bar and nightclub in the Resort. Andjust to make sure every holiday requirement iscatered for, a Spa and gym complete therefined picture.

RESORT SPA £££

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This is the best all-round course inthe area and is presented with style.

Golf PalmeraiePar 72. 6835 yards.n Adjacent to Palmeraie Golf Palacen Great holiday golf

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This boutique hotel overlooks the17th hole and is truly wonderful.If you are looking for peace and quiet whilstbeing able to benefit from the Palmeraie GolfPalace’s facilities, look no further. The suites areexquisitely decorated and very spacious, eachwith separate lounge and open fireplace.

Within the pavillon there is a Hammam wherewell-being treatments are available, and on therooftop, a very inviting sundeck with views outover the course. The outdoor pool withcomfortable sunloungers and bar service leadsto the Dar Enassim restaurant, managed byFabrice Vulin the proud holder of two Michelinstars.

Le Pavillon du Golf ***** Marrakech 1

At a glancen Two-star Michelin restaurantn Privacy and tranquillityn Rooftop sundeck

The Palmeraie resort also has a number of one-to three-bedroom apartments in PalmeraieVillage. These are tastefully decorated, havegood-sized bedrooms, a kitchenette and largelounge areas with balcony. They provide greatcomfort at terrific value for money - please seepage 133 for prices.

Suggested itinerary From ToFive nights’ b/b, golf at Palmeraie,Amelkis & Royal Marrakech £1325 £1485

Single room supplement per night n/a n/a

Courses within 30 minutesn Golf Palmeraie (on site) n Golf Amelkisn Royal Golf de Marrakech

LUXURY £££££

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A fair and very pleasant test of golf, there is adecent amount of water but nothing toostrenuous and it’s often a case of hitting a nicedrive down to the corner of a dog-leg andthen a good approach shot to the smallish andwell-guarded greens. Very slick clubhouse anda great venue for a relaxing golf holiday. Easywalking.

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The best designed-course and, asis the “norm” in Morocco, the

Golf Amelkis greens are fast and in supercondition.

There are lots of bunkers and a clever use ofwater but it’s not too challenging and youshould post a good score. Even if you don’t,it’s a very enjoyable walk along (and in!) thepapyrus- and palm-lined fairways. Impressiveclubhouse. Easy walking.

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Built in 1923, this is a very well-maintained course and is more of

Royal Golf de MarrakechPar 72. 6490 yards.n Beautifully maintainedn Lovely clubhouse terrace

a garden than golf club due to itsfairly short yardage and wonderfularray of flora.

The course is very flat and cuts through tightwoodland. There is a good variety of holes andstrategic iron play and the occasional goodwood is the key to success. The clubhouseprovides very nice food in relaxedsurroundings. Easy walking.

FOREST

Par 72. 7250 yards.n Challenging but fairn Super clubhouse

Le Tikida Garden **** Marrakech 1

Located in a quiet domain just afew minutes from the famousPlace Jemaa el Fna and downtownMarrakech, the hotel representsexcellent value and is the perfectbase from which to explore thisvibrant city.

The All-Inclusive basis enables you to samplethe delights of the international restaurantL’Orangeraie, a lunch buffet at the snack-grillLes Rosiers and the superb Moroccan Les1001 Nuits, complete with music.

The sport facilities are very good, includingfour clay tennis courts, archery and largeoutdoor pool. There is also a Spa specialisingin Occidental techniques with indoor pool andtreatment rooms.

Night owls will enjoy the live orchestra andoriental cabaret until the early hours.

At a glancen Within walking distance of the old town

and Medinan Terrific valuen All-inclusive

Courses within 30 minutesn Golf Palmeraie n Golf Amelkisn Royal Golf de Marrakech

COMFORTABLE SPA ££

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GolfPlanet Holidays bonusn Seventh night free for arrivals Nov 30 - Dec 14,

Jan 4 - Jan 11 & June 22 - July 13

Suggested itinerary From ToSeven nights’ all inclusive, golf at Palmeraie (twice), Amelkis &Royal Marrakech £929 £1099

Single room supplement per night £17 £17

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The Red course is the crown jewelof Moroccan golf.

Dar Es Salam Royal Golf Club

Host to the prestigious Hassan II Trophy, this isclassic Trent Jones at his most difficult. A verytechnical course, it requires you to think yourway around, apart from the occasionalchallenge where brute force is needed.

The Blue course may be shorter but with itsnumerous dog-legs and fairways flanked bytrees and brambles, it is still a formidablechallenge. Two truly excellent courses to satisfyall golfers. Easy walking. 19 miles south ofRabat.

A colourful bed of flowers, animposing wooden doorway setinto a white wall crowned withtiles: Welcome to theMohammedia Royal Golf Club.

Mohammedia RoyalPar 72. 6508 yards.n Fabulous seaside setting

Between avenues of pines and eucalyptus, thefirst fairway is a ceremonious processioninto...Scotland! For that is where you might be(except for the temperature) once you are onthe second hole; a wild sea, white dunes, pinklaurel bushes, gorse and acacias. At the ninthyou return to the fragrant maritime pines foran exceptionally pretty back nine.

“A game of two halves” - both equallyenjoyable. Easy walking. 43 miles south ofRabat.

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La Tour Hassan ***** Rabat 2

Ideally situated in the heart of thecapital of Rabat, La Tour Hassanwill enthral you through itscaptivating décor and excellentcomfort and service.

As a real ambassador in the art of living andserving, the hotel boasts a very fine selectionof restaurants, including traditional Moroccanand oriental cuisine at La Maison Arabe,French and International dishes at L’Imperialand a gastronomic affair at Le Royal Garden.

The hotel leisure facilities include a fitnesscentre, pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, Hammam andbeauty centre. There are some wonderfulAtlantic beaches and some of Morocco’s bestgolf courses close by.

At a glancen Fine diningn Excellent golf nearby

Courses within 30 minutesn Dar Es Salam Royaln Mohammedia Royal

Suggested itinerary From ToThree nights’ half-board, golf at Dar Es Salam (twice) & Mohammedia £950 £950

Single room supplement per night £75 £75

ART DE VIVRE ££

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CREME DE LA CREME

Red Course. Par 73. 7070 yards.Blue Course. Par 72. 6452 yards.n Robert Trent Jones classic designn Host to the Hassan II Trophy

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