Ernie Els Golf Course

Three-time major winner (1994 and 1997 US Open and 2002 Open Championship); Ernie has become one of golf's most influential players and is widely recognized for his willingness to participate in tournaments around the world, reflecting the global nature of the sport. This philosophy makes Ernie the perfect designer of the courses in Cape Verde, which will be the first golf courses constructed on these stunning, tropical islands.

"Ernie Els Design has already been involved with courses in the US, China, the Caribbean, South Africa, England and Ireland, and I think that we have proven our ability to produce outstanding courses," Ernie said. "We have strived to take advantage of the unique features of each location, which is why I'm so excited about Cape Verde. These islands are truly beautiful and quite distinctive. I look forward for example to finding a way to blend the austerity of Monte Verde and the magnificence of the Atlantic Ocean, which will sit on either side of the courses we will design as part of 'Baia Das Gatas Beach, Spa and Golf Resort' on Sao Vicente.

" Two of the courses will be constructed on the island of Sao Vincente as part of the Baia Das Gatas Resort, which will launch to investors early 2007.

You can view the plans for the Ernie Els World Championship PGA Golf course set for Sao Vicente here:

Ernie Els Golf Course Plans

Ocean View Resort development will be a few minutes distance from the planned golf course, as well as a few minutes walk to the beach. Ocean View Resort boasts one of the most breath taking ocean views over the Baia Das Gatas.