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Hole No 8 - 323m Par 4

Up out of the canyon to an elevated tee and a blinding view of the Mediterranean behind the green. The right side of this split-level fairway offers the better view into the green even though the fairway bunkers must be carried on the approach. Club selection is critical on the approach as there is a 4-5-club variation in pin placements on this very long green. With prevailing wind quartering in from the right, it may be necessary to lay the approach shout out over the right-hand bunker, letting the breeze drift it back on to the putting surface. Too far left and you end up in a morass of bunkers down below. This is an intriguing little par 4 which can be reached by big hitters but which otherwise ought to be played with caution.

The real feature of this hole is the ruins of the 18th century olive press and cistern, which was uncovered during construction. In the middle of the fairway, short of the landing area, it has been cleaned up and covered to protect it from the elements. Players should pause to look at it for its historical and cultural value.

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