Golf Holidays Portugal – A Guide To The Golfing Regions Of This Mediterranean Country
Portugal has become, over recent decades, one of the most enjoyable destinations for golfing breaks. Its year round Mediterranean climate makes it perfect for winter breaks and the quality of courses and resorts has risen to the same high standards as their Spanish neighbors. This article is an introductory guide to the golfing regions of note.
The country’s main regions are Estoril (around the capital of Lisbon), the Oeste region, the Algarve and Madeira. Each provides a good mix of golfing/touristic options that will suit any golfing itinerary.
Around Lisbon and the Estoril coast there are a dozen golf resorts that won the region an award from the IAGTO (2007) as the best European golf destination. A combination of scenic drives, coastal locations and great courses such as the Penha Longa championship course, the tough links at Troia and the Praia d’El Rey make this an ideal base for 2 week stays.
The Oeste region is a burgeoning area that has only recently started resort & course development at any great level. For some the scenic countryside, slightly cooler climate and new courses may suit those who wish to avoid the hustle and bustle in bigger resorts.
For those seeking a range of resorts, restaurants, nightlife and courses on their golf holiday Algarve can deliver every time. The west coast is the more tranquil with challenging hillside courses (Parque Da Floresta & Boavista) along with championship courses (the Penina and the two Oceanico courses by Christy O’Connor and Nick Faldo).
Heading east in the Algarve brings you to Vilamoura town and its dozens of courses and resorts. Certainly there is enough variety to base yourself there and take day trips out to the Vale Do Lobo Ocean and Royal courses or play the more mature Oceanico Old Course.
The island of Madeira was hit in early 2010 by floods so its three enjoyable courses are currently going through repairs. Hopefully this paradise island will be back to its former glory soon as playing islands courses, surrounded by volcanic hills and steep cliffs is a truly memorable golfing experiences.
When it comes to golf holidays Portugal has the broad range of courses necessary to make for a great holiday. And while many gravitate to Vilamoura, it is well worth venturing further afield to enjoy the scenery and golf that is available.
Discover golf holidays in Portugal. For the perfect golfing holiday Algarve, Estoril and the other Portuguese regions have it all.
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