Direct flights to Brindisi and Bari daily, mean a short break to Puglia is now possible within a realistic budget: and, with the added value of five hours free childcare at Riva dei Tessali, parents and children will relish in their freedom. Golf Italia offers three nights at Riva dei Tessali Hotel & Golf Resort from £419 per person inclusive of flights, transfers, accommodation (based on two sharing), welcome drink, Continental breakfast and dinner daily, and five hours free childcare (ages 2-12). Unlimited golf on the resort's two championship courses, balls for the driving range, and a day-trip to Mattera (UNESCO World Heritage Site). Also, given the hotel's idyllic private beach location, guests are offered complimentary use of the deck chairs, sun umbrellas and changing cubicles on the beach.

Riva dei Tessali, on the heel of Italy and just 90 minutes from the airport, offers an idyllic golfing climate from September through to May. Families are welcome and in addition to the hotel, facilities include apartments, a swimming pool and private beach. Riva dei Tessali's championship 18-hole par 71 course, endorsed by the European PGA and regular host to the Puglia e Basilicata Open, nestles in coastal pine forest. In a more open setting of citrus and olive groves, Metaponto Golf Course, a par 72 championship layout, offers an attractive contrast. With access to two more great golf courses in a 90-minute radius, and a private beach, Riva dei Tessali is the most exciting new winter or summer destination for 2004/5.

For more information and reservations call Amin Momen or Loredana Barindelli on 020 73719111 or e-mail:sales@golfitalia.co.uk