DOUBLE SUCCESS FOR TEAM POLARIS WORLD: SMITH AND PASINI BOTH TAKE THE PODIUM IN THE FRENCH GRAND PRI

Once again the weather was an important factor in the day´s proceedings with the unpredictable French climate putting the team and their technical strategies to the test. The technically demanding track at Le Mans had a lot of surprises in store for the riders, making the races for both categories aggressive. It was unclear what the final outcome would be right up until the last bend of the last lap.

In the 125cc category rain affected the morning warm-up session (in which Smith had a fall) as well as the first part of the race itself. Officially declared a dry race, when the rain began five laps from the end it was stopped for the change to wet tyres. The race was started again in the same order the riders had been in on lap fourteen. This time Smith started out in eighth position and fought hard to reach the leaders in only five laps, finishing second and achieving his second podium position of the season. This places him in eighth position overall in the championship with thirty six points.

#38 Bradley Smith – 2nd – “I had a very clear objective today, to finish the race and get as many points as possible. This podium position has come just at the right time after two fairly negative races. The fall I had this morning left me a little unfocussed and I didn’t start well. However, I started to feel a lot more comfortable with every lap that went by and I got faster. Thanks to the second start we had because of the rain I was able to start climbing through the pack. I’m really happy; a second place is the best way to end this weekend”.

In the 250cc category the choice of tyres was also decisive but, unlike in the 125cc race, this was made before the start of the race. Team Polaris World made a good decision by choosing to run on slicks and this went a long way to helping Mattia Pasini achieve his third place. He fought for second position with his friend Simoncelli right up until the last bend and the result leaves him in second place overall with a total of seventy seven points, confirming his potential in this new category.

#75 Mattia Pasini – 3rd – “We had to decide which tyres we were going to use before the start of the race. The first few laps didn’t go too well with the slicks, plus the track was wet and my knee was painful. However, as the race went on I got faster, my knee warmed up and the track began to dry out. This was a very complicated race. I think both Simoncelli and I were going at a good speed which helped us reach the leaders and we had to fight each other for second place. Although I tried to close the gap he overtook me in a good move. I have made some ground on Kalio and these are valuable points which keep me in second place in the championship. I think we are ready for the next race in Mugello. Riding in front of so many fans is exhilarating; I’ll continue to think about each race and, with the help of my team which ensures my bike is always fantastic, I know I will be able to fight for the world championship”.

COME AND CELEBRATE IN HACIENDA RIQUELME OUR FIRST SUMMER TOGETHER

On the 7th June we will be holding a celebration barbecue in the gardens of the Old Manor House (hacienda). This is a unique opportunity to start enjoying our first summer together.

The event will beging at 20:00 in the Old Manor House Gardens and will include a buffet with a free bar for beer and soft drinks. A Cuban orchestra will liven up the evening.

Adults 18 euros
Free for children
Collect your tickets from Hacienda Riquelme Call Centre.

MAR MENOR GOLF RESORT SOCIAL CLUB TO HOST EXHIBITION OF ART BY CARLOS MEDRANO, FROM CARTAGENA

Carlos Medrano Bernal, an artist from Cartagena will be exhibiting a selection of his most recent oil paintings in an exhibition entitled ‘Involuntary Existence’ to be held in Mar Menor Golf Resort Social Club and promoted by Polaris World Hotels & Resorts. The exhibition runs until 15th June.

With this exhibition, Polaris World continues to develop the initiative it began in October 2007 to support local artists. This is an ongoing project which has already offered several individual and collective exhibitions including work by Martínez Mengual, Manuel Avellaneda, Hurtado Mena and Manolo Pardo, among others.

A many-sided, existentialist artist
In his work there are undertones which reflect 20 years spent as a caricature and portrait artist. His interest in everything human results in paintings which are occasionally abstract. However, this is not due to surrealist interests, but an existentialist background which leads his work to deal with and to question philosophical themes such as essence, loneliness and emptiness.

Born in Cartagena in 1971, Carlos Medrano Bernal moved to Madrid to better his self-taught skills in the stimulating surroundings of the capital’s artistic ambiance. He studied Expressionism at the Reina Sofia Arts Centre in Madrid, as well as art and conceptual painting at the Kaleidoscope Centre in Móstoles, run by the artist Ana Agudo, a member of the PAR collective. He met renowned artists such as Petrus, Ana Agudo and José Villanueva, with whom he worked and collaborated on many projects and exhibitions, visiting Paris, Lisbon, Barcelona and Tenerife.

He currently has a studio in Cartagena where he has developed a large collection of work over the last few years, and where he has investigated and delved into the different fields which have led to him to describe himself as a many-sided artist within an existential framework.

Cortijos de Alhama – Polaris World Golf Resort

The luxury Cortijos de Alhama villas are found in the most exclusive corner of Condado de Alhama. Located in private grounds surrounded by a perimeter fence, access is limited to residents only, heightening the sense of security and exclusivity. Situated opposite the 18-hole golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, Cortijos de Alhama is a pedestrian area characterised by green, open spaces and recreational areas. Children will find plenty of space to play and adults will find the setting ideal for a relaxing stroll. The approximately 40 properties are made up of Jazmin, Amapola and Azahar villas on plots ranging from 480 m2 to over 1,100 m2. The architectural style of each villa exudes Spanish tradition, with the extensive living area built around a central patio which bathes the well constructed and beautifully finished rooms in Mediterranean light. LOCATION Condado de Alhama is set in the Guadalentín Valley, just south of Alhama de Murcia in the Murcia region: a privileged location surrounded by the Sierra Espuña and Carrascoy-El Valle Regional Parks. This is a strategic enclave in Spain’s southeast area, located between both the Andalusia and Valencia regions, featuring a sophisticated motorway network and only 10 minutes away from the finest beaches in the Costa Calida: Águilas, Mazarrón, La Manga and the Minor Sea. You can easily reach Condado de Alhama from any point in Spain or Europe: Madrid – about 3.5 hours by car. Granada – about 2 hours by car. Valencia – about 2.5 hours by car. Alicante International Airport – about 45 minutes. San Javier International Airport – about 25 minutes. Corvera Airport (under construction) – about 20 minutes. Oslo, London, Dublin, Cologne, Stockholm and Amsterdam – approx. 2 hours by plane.
VILLA JAZMIN
Total: 104 Villas. Plot: from 480 m2 to 843 m2 aprox. Built Livinga Area (1 floor): 127,63 m2 Porche: 28,10 m2 Solarium, terrace: 45,92 m2 Patio: 16,39 m2 Parking: 12,76 m2 Beds: 3 beds and 2 Baths. Price: From 586.300€ + V.A.T.
VILLA AMAPOLA
Total: 96 Villas. Plot: From 548 m2 to 1.027 m2 aprox. Built Living Area (2 floors): 194,88 m2 Porche: 51,72 m 2 Solarium, terrace: 69,89 m2 Patio: 29,27 m2 Parking: 27,58 m2 Beds: 4 Beds and 3 Baths. Price: from 870.700€ + V.A.T.

Jardines de Alhama Golf Resort – Polaris World

The apartments at Jardines de Alhama nestle into lush gardens and, set in park areas, they seem to blend into the gardens themselves. This is a completely pedestrianized resort with cycle lanes as well as large open areas and gardens to take a stroll in. In the centre of each of these gardens is a swimming pool which adapts perfectly to its natural surroundings. A children’s play area is also featured in each garden for their enjoyment and their parents’ peace of mind. The Jardines de Alhama properties are arranged in two storey white, traditional Mediterranean style buildings. The ground floors have ample terraces at garden level, preserving the privacy of the property and subtly harmonising with the surrounding verdure. The upper floors also have a terrace as well as an additional spacious solarium terrace. Polaris World is able to offer top quality properties at unbeatable prices with all the aforementioned services thanks to the expanse of the terrain available and the exhaustive studies and extensive experience of its technical team. In this way Polaris has been able to make sure that good use is made of every corner and every square metre of your property, minimizing the communal spaces and focussing on habitability – meaning you are only paying for the space you are going to live in. FORO AND SPORTS AREA The Jardines de Alhama phase has its own, exclusive Town Centre: El Foro. El Foro is an area where you can enjoy leisure and sports facilities as well as the peaceful atmosphere without having to travel far. Everything will be found only a stone’s throw away so you can walk or cycle there. El Foro is divided into different areas: The shopping centre, which has two zones: one for restaurants, bars, cafés and their corresponding terraces, and the other part for food shopping, D.I.Y. etc. The sports area comprises an area dedicated to relaxation and comfort with a spa, gym, swimming pool and social club. A real luxury for the body and mind.
Property Style:
Apartment 1:
	Ground Floor 3 beds Built Living Area: 60,65 m2 Terraces and garden: 44,35 m2 3 beds and 1 bath and terrace from 131.300 € + V.A.T.
Apartment 2:
	First Floor 2 beds Built Living Area: 50,75 m 2 Terraces and solarium: 55,06 m2 beds and 1 Bath and Solarium from 130.700 € + V.A.T.

Los Naranjos de Alhama Golf Resort – Polaris World

Los Naranjos de Alhama is a resort both named after and represented by the orange tree. This ornamental fruit tree lines the streets and is present in the gardens and squares of the complex, intoxicating them with its sweet aroma. Located at the heart of Condado de Alhama, close to the main Town Centre, El Oasis, and alongside the wide central boulevard, Los Naranjos de Alhama, boasts its own Town Centre, El Ágora. The resort looks onto the impressive Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course opposite and the controlled access points to the phase can be found at the end of the beautiful leafy avenue which connects the Los Naranjos de Alhama phase to the rest of Condado de Alhama.
Property Style:
Apartment 1:
	Ground Floor 3 beds Built Living Area: 60,65 m2 Terraces and garden: 44,35 m2 3 beds and 1 Bath and Terrace from 137.400,00.-€ + V.A.T.
Apartment 2:
	First Floor 2 beds Built Living Area: 50,75 m 2 Terraces and solarium: 55,06 m2 Beds and 1 bath and Solarium from 119.800,00.-€ + V.A.T.
PENTHOUSES: BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS Los Naranjos de Alhama Penthouses are Mediterranean-style apartments characterised by their spacious terraces and privileged frontline golf location. They are opposite the 18-hole golf course personally designed by Jack Nicklaus. The stepped architectural design of these apartments and their terraces provides a lifestyle only penthouses can offer; enjoyment of the outdoors with no impediment from walls or ceilings. Space indoors is used to the full and the light and magnificent views invite you to live life al fresco without leaving home. The 950,000 m2 of golf courses provide the penthouses with spectacular views of the immaculately kept landscape and gardens. These properties are enveloped in the sweet scent of the orange trees which surround them and are so characteristic of the area; an area which is a true paradise enhanced by the golf and services of Condado de Alhama. The beautiful views, taking in the wonder of nature whilst having breakfast, and the freshness of the golf course are all sensations which are hard to beat. Sensations of tranquillity which are offered by our Penthouses.
Property Style:
	2 beds, 1 bath Built Living Area: 57,25m2 Terrace from 18,10m2 to 18,50m2 from 137.400 € + V.A.T.
VILLAS JANA: SPACE AND LIGHT
Situated within the Los Naranjos de Alhama phase are the Villas Jana: large detached villas doted with a freshness and light that is typical of white Mediterranean architecture. These properties integrate perfectly with Los Naranjos de Alhama and the beautiful and aromatic countryside which surrounds them. They are the most spacious properties in the residential complex and are located on their own large private lots of land. Each Villa Jana has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a spacious living room and fitted kitchen, all on one floor and boasts a solarium terrace covering 28 m2. This terrace is a completely open space with views of Jardines de Alhama and the phase itself, the ideal place to relax in the sun. The architecture and the predominance of the white façades gives an Ibizan air to the villas. A feeling of lightness and warmth as well as of freshness pervades throughout and the interior of the houses is welcoming and well ventilated. Light and a sense of spaciousness play an important part in these properties. The Villas Jana have their own parking places, two private access points to the grounds and their own Town Centre, the Agora, close by. The exclusive Club House belonging to the Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course is also only a stone’s throw away, as is the beautiful tree lined avenue which leads to the rest of Condado de Alhama and its many services.
Property Style:
	Built Living Area: 78,55 m2 Terrace-Solarium: 28,70m2 Porche: 10,30 m2 Parking: 15,00 m2 Plot: from 246,70m2 . from 248.900€ + V.A.T.
EL ÁGORA Los Naranjos de Alhama encompasses its own Town Centre, El Ágora, which is exclusive to residents. At the heart of the residential complex, and close to El Oasis, El Ágora covers 13,000 m2 and houses restaurants, cafés, shops and sports facilities, all just a stone’s throw from the properties. Next to El Ágora and the Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course is the Club House. A great place to meet: the Club House has a restaurant, a bar, a café, changing rooms with sauna, administration offices etc.

La Isla del Condado Golf Resort – Polaris World

LA ISLA DEL CONDADO: A RESORT IN THE MIDDLE OF A LAKE Water is the main feature in La Isla del Condado. It completely surrounds this phase which is located in the middle of the central lake, “El Gran Lago”, in Condado de Alhama. This island resort can only be entered via a bridge and access control point. The properties on La Isla are set in tailor-made surroundings, with a central boulevard incorporating green areas, children’s play areas and ample parking. There is also a path which runs round the perimeter of the island and leads to the “Club la Isla” with its gym, bar, swimming pool and spacious terraces. A sense of peace and tranquillity pervades this exclusive phase, due to its still water and beautiful garden surroundings. Gaze across the surrounding lake and take in the views of the two Bear’s Best golf courses (two golf courses featuring imitations of Jack Nicklaus’s favourite holes from around the world): an exceptional and unique opportunity. The icing on the cake in La Isla del Condado is provided in the form of three infinity swimming pools which almost merge with the lake itself. These dreamlike surroundings are complemented with piers from which a regular ferry service to the El Oasis, the largest Town Centre, operates. PROPERTIES IN LA ISLA DEL CONDADO Exclusive views The 396 properties in La Isla del Condado phase are terracotta apartments with a typical Mediterranean feel that fit in perfectly with the rest of the resort and blend into their natural surroundings. Their lakeside location provides them with spectacular views of almost 2 kilometres over the lakes and the lush green tapestry of the 3 impressive golf courses personally designed by Jack Nicklaus: truly unique views. The four-floor apartment buildings boast an original stepped or staggered architectural design and feature 1, 2 and 3 bedroom properties which, thanks to their ample terraces, offer a lifestyle normally only experienced in penthouses. The gentle lapping of water in the background will undoubtedly add to your enjoyment of these apartments with large terraces measuring up to 67 m2 or, on the ground floor, spacious gardens of at least 25 m2. The indoor space has been maximised to make the most of the light and the magnificent views, inviting you to live life al fresco.
Property Style:
Apartment 1:
		Ground Floor Center 2 beds and 1 bath Built Living Area: 67m2 Terraces: 19m2 aprox. Garden: from 26m2 to 120m2 aprox. from 160.000 € + V.A.T.

El Mirador de Alhama Golf Resort – Polaris World

Inspired by its elevated geographical position within Condado de Alhama, the name El Mirador de Alhama (“the viewpoint or balcony of Alhama) reflects the strategic position of this Resort, which offers the most spectacular views over the entire complex. Views which span the Sierra Espuña nature reserve situated only 10 minutes away from the Resort, which is home to hundreds of varieties of plant life and nearly 200 species of animals. A fantastic trail circumvents the Resort with various viewpoints from which to marvel at the surrounding nature and enjoy some relaxation time. Thanks to its exceptional position, this phase is bordered by wide open green areas which intermingle with the extensive gardens and swimming pools of the white, Mediterranean-style apartments. El Mirador de Alhama Golf Resort boasts private entrances with access control. Sit back and take in the wonderful sunsets at the exclusive El Mirador Club fitted with gym, swimming pool and a relaxing chill out bar. El Mirador de Alhama is also located right next to the golf course designed by Jack Nicklaus, and close to the Ágora town centre (a 13.000m2 Town Centre full of services and shops) and the first class Club House with restaurant, café, changing rooms with sauna and other services. In addition, El Mirador de Alhama is adjacent to the resort’s sports zone, as well as the administration, healthcare and education services of Condado de Alhama, and is just a short distance from the principal Town Centre, El Oasis. Apartments The apartments at El Mirador de Alhama flaunt beautiful Mediterranean-style architecture distributed over 2 floors. The ground floor apartment has its own front garden as well as a terrace located at the rear. The first floor apartment has a spacious solarium which entices you to enjoy life in the open air and the sunshine of a place that is blessed with over 300 days of sun a year, with wonderful views of the Sierra Espuña and the rest of the Condado de Alhama resort. These properties not only have private outdoor living spaces but they also allow access to the different swimming pools located throughout the Resort. A garden walk and diverse vegetation complete the setting, which compliments the surrounding Sierra Espuña landscape and confirms a clear dedication to the wonders of nature. To sum it up, fabulous apartments with a competitive quality-price ratio.
Property Style:
Apartment 1:
	Ground Floor 3 beds Built Living Area: 60,65 m2 Terraces and garden: 44,35 m2 3 beds and 1 bath and Terrace from 131.300 € + V.A.T.
Apartment 2:
	First Floor 2 beds Built Living Area: 50,75 m 2 Terraces and solarium: 55,06 m2 beds and 1 bath and Solarium from 119.800 € + V.A.T.

Golf Suites de Alhama Resort

The Golf Suites de Alhama phase is made up of 246 one bedroom apartments and is situated right next to one of the three Jack Nicklaus Signatura golf courses. Set amongst green and pedestrian zones and with a perimeter fence and its own controlled security access point, you can be guaranteed piece of mind whilst you enjoy the tranquillity of this privileged area of Condado de Alhama. Distributed in buildings of only two floors (ground and upper) the apartments have been designed with comfort in mind with their fully fitted open-plan kitchens adjoining the living room, spacious fitted bathrooms and their private gardens and terraces with outstanding lake and golf views. Furthermore, residents of Golf Suites de Alhama will also be able to enjoy a communal swimming pool and gym. Your Holiday Apartment Golf Suites de Alhama was created with the purpose of offering its residents a getaway for leisure and relaxation: the ideal place for weekends, holidays, visits to the beach, practising golf..etc.. Whether you choose to buy as an investment or as a second residence this is an opportunity that cannot be missed, especially if you rent or pay exorbitant prices for your holiday accommodation in summer. Services Furthermore – as if these apartments formed part of a luxury hotel – the residents of Golf Suites de Alhama will have a wide range of services at their disposal and all just a phone call away: House keeping and maintenance Laundry service Integral telecommunications system Newspaper delivery Welcome packs Morning breakfast delivery Supermarket delivery service Gardening service Babysitting service Information and reservation service Swimming pool Etc…
	Ground Floor 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom Constructed surface area of apartment: 34m2 approx. Terrace surface area: 7m2 approx. Garden surface area: from 9m2 to 21m2 approx.
	First Floor 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom Constructed surface area of apartment: 34m2 approx Terrace surface area: 5m2 approx.