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Gary Player Design Portfolio Reaches Central America

Jul 1, 2004 | Filed Under: Golf Course Design | Comments: 2

It was recently announced that the Tourism Department of the Honduran Government has chosen Gary Player to design its 27-hole golf course, which will be developed as part of the Los Micos Resort. Los Micos Beach and Resorts is a multi-faceted project in the pristine Tela Bay area along the north coast of the country. Only recently has the development of destination resorts in Central America included golf courses, and more significantly, the new Gary Player designed signature course on the Micos Lagoon will be the first world class golf course in Honduras.

This stunning coastal area has been recognized by the national government as a highly potential means of generating tourism dollars and will undoubtedly be a magnet for visitors from the nearby United States, Europe and other parts of the world. Generating employment for the local community is also on the economic agenda, of which Los Micos will provide thousands of opportunities both during the construction phase and once the resort is operational.

Los Micos, meaning “the monkeys,” has a large presence of wildlife and over 350 species of birds, which will certainly become a consideration during the golf course construction phase. Gary Player has always been an advocate of not disturbing the natural environment, which will pose an attractive challenge for Player and his design team. In addition to the golf course development, this master-planned facility will include several exclusive and branded beach hotels, a residential area along one of the nine holes, a marina, as well as water sports and boating opportunities.

The Honduran Government, having watched the success of resort properties in the Caribbean over the years, predicts a major tourism boom within this striking region of their own country. Given the global profile of Gary Player and his ability to work with diverse natural conditions, Gary Player Design is a natural choice for the job. As Player often says, “I’ve worked all my life to take golf to new places throughout the world, whether it’s playing the game or designing courses, and for that reason, I am thrilled to be a part of this project in Honduras.”

Routing plans are under way and construction is expected to begin early next year.

For additional information, please contact , Gary Player Design.

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