The fourth annual Messinia Pro-Am – attended this year by the likes of Hollywood star Bill Murray – will take place from February 19-22, 2020, at Costa Navarino, the prime golf destination in Greece.
The event – played on both of the multi-award-winning signature golf courses, The Dunes Course and The Bay Course – is limited to 50 teams, each of which comprises one PGA professional and three amateurs, and is a great way to launch the new golf season.
Sanctioned by the PGAs of Europe and held under the auspices of the PGAs of Greece and the Hellenic Golf Federation, the Messinia Pro-Am not only provides a memorable three-day golfing experience in a mild climate and unspoiled Mediterranean landscape, but also includes a fascinating and enjoyable programme of themed events and activities which showcase the region in all its glory.
The par-70, 5,422m, Robert Trent Jones Jr-designed The Bay Course overlooks the historic Bay of Navarino. It is surrounded by olive groves and will welcome golfers in June to a new earth-sheltered clubhouse, blending into the landscape and almost invisible to the eye. The course meanders through three distinct settings – seaside, canyon, and grove – to provide striking contrasts.
The par-71, 6,018m, Bernhard Langer and EGD-designed The Dunes Course offers spectacular sea and river views and incorporates links-style features in areas closest to the sea, while occasionally venturing into olive and fruit groves.
The event’s official travel partner is Athens-based Erasmus Conferences & Events S.A. and team registration – which is strictly on a first-come, first-served basis – will open soon.
One of the world’s leading sustainable destinations, Costa Navarino is renowned for its pristine coastal location, breathtaking landscape, cultural heritage, luxury hospitality and real estate. A commitment to the highest standards of environmental and social responsibility exist throughout its operation, as well as a desire to promote the entire region of Messinia, while protecting and preserving both its natural beauty and heritage.
View the video of the 2019 Messinia Pro-Am at Costa Navarino here.
For more information on the 2020 tournament visit messiniaproam.costanavarino.com or email MessiniaProAm2020@erasmus.gr
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ABOUT COSTA NAVARINO
Costa Navarino is the prime, sustainable destination in the Mediterranean, located in the Greek region of Messinia in the southwest Peloponnese. One of the most unspoiled and breathtaking seaside Mediterranean landscapes, this area has been shaped by 4,500 years of history.
Its philosophy is driven by a genuine desire to promote Messinia, while protecting and preserving its natural beauty and heritage. It will comprise a number of distinct sites featuring five-star deluxe hotels, luxury private residences, conference facilities, spa and thalassotherapy centres, signature golf courses, as well as a wide range of unique year-round activities for adults and children.
Navarino Dunes, the first area, is home to two luxury five-star hotels, The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, and The Westin Resort Costa Navarino; Navarino Residences, a collection of luxury villas for private ownership; and The Residences at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino - fully furnished resort apartments for sale; the signature golf course The Dunes Course; Anazoe Spa, a 4,000m2 spa and thalassotherapy centre; the state-of-the-art conference centre House of Events; specially designed facilities for children; and a variety of gastronomy venues, sports, outdoor and cultural activities. Navarino Bay, the second area, is home to the signature golf course, The Bay Course.
Navarino Hills, with two 18-hole golf courses, is currently under construction, and there are two further sites underway.
High-resolution images of Costa Navarino may be downloaded from here.
For media enquiries please contact:
Valia Vanezi, senior communications manager
Tel.: +30 210 949 0152
e-mail: vvanezi@temes.gr
TEMES S.A. - Developers of Costa Navarino
www.costanavarino.com
Dave Bowers, editorial director
Tel: +44 1730 711 920
e-mail: dave@theazaleagroup.com
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