Perfectly sun-kissed with the towering Pyrenees as a stunning backdrop, this 125-kilometre-long slice of Spanish coastline boasts countless coves of deep blue sea, intimate golden sand beaches, Greco-Roman ruins, quaint historic fishing villages, some of the finest seafood in the world and is home to Camiral, a Quinta do Lago Resort, the host destination of the 2031 Ryder Cup…

Why Catalonia?
The Pyrenees mountains, the passion of the Catalan people, Barcelona, Girona, a coastline that offers something for everyone, artistry in every sense, from canvas to kitchen, from Dali and Gaudi to Adria and Roca. Catalonia is rich in everything it does, caring deeply about its land, people, and passions, be it crafting the finest cava, having its restaurants crowned the world’s best (again) or just enjoying this diverse, wondrous landscape, including its unique art-filled cities and historic hilltop villages.

What to do
Food is top of the list for many. Ferran Adria put Catalonia on the map as the epicentre of modern gastronomy, and even though El Bulli, the restaurant, has long since closed – you can still visit the museum – the culinary landscape, whether it’s through the Roca Brother’s El Celler de Can Roca in Girona, or the 2024 World No.1 restaurant Disfrutar in Barcelona, remains as strong as ever. It’s the home of cava too, so a wine tour makes for the perfect pairing.

Art and architecture are a close second, whether it be the art of their favourite son Salvador Dali or the cradle of Catalan modernism that is Barcelona, home of Antoni Gaudí. History comes in many forms, be it the Roman ruins in Tarragona, or Cistercian monasteries, and then there’s the endless outdoor activities that come from its diverse landscape of Pyrenees mountains to Costa Brava beaches and wildlife-rich national parks.

Where to stay
When you’re bathing in the most perfect azure waters and indulging in multi-Michelin-starred decadence, standards are high, so you must stay at Camiral, a Quinta do Lago Resort, Spain’s top golf resort and the host of the 2031 Ryder Cup. Discover what the very best European and American golfers are going to experience by immersing yourself in this golf and wellness resort, set within a 540-hectare forested estate. Amid these Catalan forests, you can indulge in a truly holistic approach at their Wellness Beyond Spa, bringing together the best natural remedies with state-of-the-art treatments and gym. It’s not only about pampering and the best yoga and Pilates, it’s also about performance, with a sports recovery offering that includes cryotherapy, oxygen chamber therapy, and photo bio modulation – there’s even a Wellness Kitchen to ensure you’re fuelled in the best possible way.

Naturally, in keeping with Catalonia’s reputation for culinary greatness, they source the very best produce, and it’s cultivated by the finest chefs at five restaurant options, taking you from the refined and intimate Origin to the more leisurely Camiral Bistro, cooking the best surf and turf of the region on the charcoal grill.

The resort’s own white, rosé, and red wines provide the perfect pairing, certified organic and produced in collaboration with the local Eccocivi winery, with whom the resort shares its love and passion for the land and the territory.

Rooms are pared-back elegance, with natural furnishings balanced with modern luxury to ensure tranquillity is delivered without compromising on five-star essentials.

Where to play
Camiral’s two world-class golf courses – The Stadium and The Tour – have already played host to international competitions, including the Spanish Open, making the Ryder Cup the next logical step, and they couldn’t find a more befitting location, with facilities including The PGA National Academy, GEARS Golf system, Trackman technology and one of Europe’s largest short game areas. Other courses nearby include the technical but playable Pink Course at El Prat, designed by Greg Norman, famed for its long par-three 6th and the always fearsome hole 17.

Let us curate Catalonia for you
The best of Dali, the next generation of Adria, pristine beaches, mountain hikes and the golf awaiting future Ryder Cup legends, let us curate the most unique Catalan experience for you.