Hosted by one of Europe’s leading Golf & Movement Experts, Liesbeth Pauwels, the four-day programme blends world-class golf with cutting-edge wellness therapies, while celebrating the sport’s female players. Taking place from June 12-15, 2025, the exclusive retreat offers women a unique opportunity to experience expert coaching and guidance, rejuvenate and recover with advanced therapies, from Cryotherapy to thermal rituals, and connect with a like-minded community, while staying at the luxurious five-star Hotel Camiral, where luxury and well-being meet. “The resort’s Eat, Play, Stay Well philosophy aligns perfectly with my own ethos that prioritises the interconnectedness of the body, mind and game,” said retreat host Liesbeth Pauwels. “From the state-of-the-art Wellness Centre to the world-class Tour and Stadium courses, every aspect of the resort is intentionally designed to support wellbeing and cultivate a sense of calm, creating a space where life, both on and off the course, flows with holistic harmony.” Since the opening of its award-winning Wellness Centre in 2022, numerous celebrity personal trainers and lifestyle coaches, including Monique Eastwood and James Sterling, have hosted their retreats at the 36-hole resort. This year, in addition to Liesbeth Pauwels’ ‘Swing into Wellness’, Camiral Golf & Wellness will host renowned women’s health specialist Marta León for the Hormonal Retreat from May 23-25, 2025.  This exclusive three-day programme is designed specifically for those navigating perimenopause and post-menopause, offering them a supportive space to rebalance hormones, reconnect with personal wellbeing and embrace the physical and emotional shifts of this stage of life. Located an hour from Barcelona and 20 minutes from the historical city of Girona, Camiral Golf & Wellness serves as a gateway to Catalonia’s rich coastal, cultural and culinary treasures. From charming medieval towns to picturesque cycling routes, making it a premier destination for discerning international golf travellers and those seeking golf and wellness offerings. To reserve your place and/or for additional information, please visit: https://www.camiral.com/en/wellness-centre/swing-into-wellness-retreat/

Costa Navarino provided the perfect backdrop last year for a thrilling tournament that saw Clark Dennis claim the sixth seniors win of his career with a dominant performance that featured three consecutive rounds of 66. Already entered into the 2025 event are Major champions Michael Campbell and Ian Woosnam, Ryder Cup players Peter Baker, Joakim Haeggman, Steven Gallacher and Niclas Fasth, plus eight of the top ten from last season’s Legends Tour Order of Merit, including the overall champion, Adilson da Silva. More names will be revealed shortly to confirm who will be teeing it up in June. Located in Messinia in Greece’s southwest Peloponnese, Costa Navarino is part of the European Tour Destinations network. It has raised its profile as a sustainably driven destination in the Mediterranean and offers a world-class golf experience on its four 18-hole signature golf courses. The Legends Tour event will be played over two of the destination’s courses – The Hills Course and the International Olympic Academy Golf Course – and is promoted by the European Tour Group. Ben Cowen, the European Tour Group’s Chief Tournament and Operations Officer, said: “We are delighted to be supporting this tournament for the second consecutive year, providing playing and earning opportunities for our Legends Tour members. “Costa Navarino, which is home to two of our European Tour Destination courses, was a superb venue for the inaugural tournament last year, and we look forward to returning to Greece this June and showcasing it once more to a global audience.” Phil Harrison, Legends Tour CEO, said: “Costa Navarino is an incredible destination and one which we are delighted to return to in 2025. The golf courses will undoubtedly provide a great test for our players, who I’m sure will also enjoy everything that Costa Navarino has to offer. Broadening the reach of the Legends Tour throughout Europe and beyond is something we are committed to, and our thanks go to the European Tour Group for their support which has made this tournament possible.” David Ashington, General Manager at Costa Navarino Golf, said: “Following the success of last year’s inaugural tournament, it will be a pleasure to have the opportunity once again to showcase our array of golf, sports, hospitality and leisure activities to so many new and familiar faces on the Legends Tour. “The stage is set not only for a great professional golf tournament but for our amateur guests, who this year – via our new Playing Experiences – can compete alongside the stars and mingle with the legends of our game throughout the week.  We’re looking forward to creating more memories and adding a new chapter to Costa Navarino’s history.” The Costa Navarino Legends Tour Trophy takes place from June 12-14 and playing experiences are still available for those wishing to participate in the pro-am and sample life as a tour professional. Staying in one of the destination’s five-star resorts – either W Costa Navarino or The Westin Resort Costa Navarino – guests will play in the

From 20th to 29th March, Constance Belle Mare Plage and Constance Prince Maurice once again became the stage for an extraordinary gathering of world-renowned chefs, pastry experts, and epicurean enthusiasts. This year’s edition not only paid homage to the rich legacy of the festival but also embraced a deeper mission – sharing, learning and transmission. More than a showcase of talent, the festival is a catalyst for progress and passion within Constance Hotels & Resorts. It offers a unique opportunity to train and expose Constance chefs and pastry chefs to the highest standards, enabling them to keep pushing the boundaries of excellence and ensuring that each property across their Indian Ocean destinations continues to deliver exceptional gourmet moments. Building on the success of last year’s 17th edition, which saw the participation of legendary names such as Régis Marcon, Mercotte, Patrick Bertron and Jérôme de Oliveira, the 2025 festival continued to raise the bar with its impeccable programme of competitions, masterclasses, and bespoke dinners, celebrating both international gastronomy and authentic island flavours. Among the highlights of the Pierre Hermé Trophy pastry competition, pastry chefs worked with the Constance Dark Chocolate 68%, a unique chocolate creation developed exclusively for the group. Crafted in collaboration with Valrhona, this tailor-made couverture reflects the singularity of Constance Hotels & Resorts and their epicurean philosophy. Infused with exotic aromas and intense fruity notes, this chocolate serves as a flagship ingredient in several signature recipes featured across their resorts. The much-anticipated Awards Ceremony, held on Saturday 29th March, crowned the remarkable talents behind this year’s standout creations across the festival’s signature competitions. The winners of this 18th edition are:  Régis Marcon Trophy 1st Prize – Markus Dalen, Sweden and Si Thu Kiaw Tun, Constance Ephelia Seychelles 2nd Prize – Louis Gachet, France and Basudev Adhikari, Constance Moofushi Maldives 3rd Prize – Fabien Lefebvre, France and Chandradev Nathoo, Constance Belle Mare Plage Deutz Trophy Louis Gachet, MOF 2023, Restaurant Le Feuillée, France Pierre Hermé Trophy Valrhona Chocolate Artistic Piece Trophy – Alexandre Gely, Pastry Chef Relais Dessert, France 1st Prize – Marc Rivière, France and Veeranakkumar Mathurai, Constance Halaveli Maldives 2nd Prize – Alain Chartier, France and Deep Chandra Nailwal, Constance Lemuria Seychelles 3rd Prize – Alexandre Gely, France and Dasun Mudiyanselage, Constance Moofushi Maldives Jars Arts de la Table Trophy Yavesh Ramtohul, Constance Belle Mare Plage Constance Café Gourmand Trophy Annaice Moothien, Constance Belle Mare Plage Best Island Chili Cake (Gâteau Piment) Ms Disha Chuckowree Best Island Banana Tart (Tarte Banane tressée) Ms Milena Moutien Each competition was meticulously judged by an esteemed panel of culinary personalities, winemaker, and international chefs—continuing the tradition of excellence and fairness that defines the spirit of the Festival. “Once again, this unique gathering has reminded us of the unifying power of cuisine,” shared Jérôme Faure, Corporate Sommelier of Constance Hospitality Management Limited. “The level of creativity, precision, and passion demonstrated by both our international guests and our Constance chefs is a testament to the extraordinary spirit that drives this festival year

The Costa Navarino Legends Tour Trophy is one of the headline events that players and their families can enjoy this year at the sustainably driven destination in Greece’s southwest Peloponnese. And with the addition of new flights to Kalamata International Airport, travelling to the destination has never been easier. Comprising four five-star luxury hotels, private residences, four signature golf courses, sports, leisure, gastronomic and cultural experiences, all the resorts at Costa Navarino will be open ahead of the Easter break, making it the perfect time to enjoy the mild temperatures and lush Messinian nature. Golf for all the family Named as the ‘World’s Best Golf Venue’ at the World Golf Awards 2024, Costa Navarino is set for another eventful year across its four signature courses – The Dunes Course, The Bay Course and the two layouts at Navarino Hills, the International Olympic Academy Golf Course and The Hills Course. At the centre of the golf calendar is the Costa Navarino Legends Tour Trophy, which will return to the destination this summer after a successful debut last year. Taking place from June 9-14, the event offers the opportunity for golf enthusiasts to enjoy an exclusive ‘up close and personal’ playing experience alongside a group of golf legends, with a private golf clinic and Q & A session, a place in an invitation-only pro-am and inside-the-ropes spectator viewing access to the 54-hole tournament among the many benefits included. Revamped accommodation offering and enhanced lifestyle experiences The ultimate family and sports destination, The Westin Resort Costa Navarino reopens today, unveiling a renewed look with redesigned accommodation, revitalised popular spaces and a brand-new lap pool. All rooms and family suites showcase fresh interiors, complete with new furniture, fabrics, fittings and lighting, while young guests can dive into endless fun at the revamped aqua park. Designed as a pristine haven for adults and families seeking unparalleled service and authentic experiences, The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort welcomes guests from April 9. The resort is introducing an enhanced programming this year with elevated gastronomy concepts, wellness retreats, pop-up events with renowned brands and a new adults-only pool. Also opening on April 9, the vibrant adult-friendly escape W Costa Navarino is inviting golfers, friends, couples and families with young adults to indulge in an exciting season. Among the many highlights, culinary enthusiasts can look forward to the return of the “Chefs on Fire” series, whilst the “Ride the Wave” watersport sessions promise an adrenaline-fueled getaway. Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino reopens on April 10, inviting guests to experience a blend of Greek hospitality and the brand’s renowned Asian heritage. This season, the resort continues its exclusive “Stirring Stars” events, featuring globally acclaimed Michelin-starred guest chefs alongside exceptional wine events led by prestigious Greek and International wine houses. An enhanced Villa Rentals Collection Costa Navarino has expanded its Villa Rentals Collection for the 2025 season with new entries including, for the first time, exclusive properties in the beachfront Sea Dunes neighborhood. The collection features homes located either a few metres