Top Golf Resorts

Have you ever considered a Golfing Holiday in the Algarve, Portugal or in The Costa Del Sol, Malaga? Both of which are a short two to three hour flight from most European capitals into Faro Airport for Portugal and Malaga Airport for the Costa Del Sol. This short hop means you can get away for a weekend Golf break and still be back in time for work on Monday morning!

The Algarve is a natural region with beautiful mountains, valleys and unspoilt beaches on Portugal’s most Southern coast and it boasts over 30 Golf courses stretching across 100 miles of beautiful coastline all offering an excellent standard and of course stunning views. The climate of pretty much endless sunshine and low rain fall makes it one of the most popular destinations for Golf in Europe. They really have thought of everything to entice the Golfer to this part of Europe and even offer Golf Clubs to hire at Faro airport, so you can travel light! Read the rest of this entry »

Portugal has a really great standing for its fantastic golf courses all over the world. Around thousands of golf enthusiasts head to ‘Portugal’ every year to enjoy their favorite game on one of its several courses, most remarkably those situated around Costa de la luz, the Algarve and Estoril. If one wants best circumstances for golf game, the climatic conditions are good enough between the month of March and November, in addition to hot season during summers when the average temperature reaches 28 degree in July. This grouped with high standard, and good value of golf courses, it is quite easy to find out why golfing holidays to Portugal are so famous across the world. Read the rest of this entry »

With the US Open Golf Championship 2010 beginning at Pebble Beach today, why not brush up your skills with a Golfing Holiday. Feel like Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson or our very own Paul Casey in Portugal’s equally famed golf courses on the silver coast.

Golfing holidays are a great way to enjoy a spot of male bonding and a relaxing break from the stresses and strains of everyday life. Soaking up the sunshine whilst negotiating some of the most picturesque golf courses known to man sounds like an idyllic experience, but that dream can become reality on Portugal’s Silver Coast. Read the rest of this entry »

A golf holiday to Portugal may be something that a great many foreign visitors would not initially consider. In terms of European golf, the country is competing against the golfing super-powers of the British Isles, with its golfing heritage, and neighboring Spain, with its range of courses.

In the past thirty years the Portuguese golfing industry has really taken off and is finally maturing with a number of regions containing excellent golf resorts and a high caliber of courses to play. Read the rest of this entry »

Portugal is one of the best destinations of the world for the practice of this sport. The mild weather and the quality of the courses make golf a mandatory presence in all Portugal vacation packages for those who like this sport. Let’s discover two places with a large offer of golf courses: Estoril/Cascais and the Algarve.
Read the rest of this entry »

While there’s no argument that Spain and Portugal are two of Europe’s top golf holiday destinations, there’s plenty of passionate discussion about whether it’s best to head for the Costa del Sol or the Algarve. When it comes to climate, you can take your pick between the Spanish destination’s average of 300 days a year of sunshine, or the cooler, Atlantic-influenced weather of the Algarve, with a similar amount of sunny days.

As far as accessibility goes, both Costa del Sol and the Algarve have transportation infrastructure geared to tourists, and a range of hotels, restaurants, and nightlife that ensures that your time off the greens will be well catered for. But when it comes to choosing a golfing holiday, you’ll want to compare the golf course options to help you decide which destination suits you best.
Read the rest of this entry »

The Lisbon Coast, in central Portugal, is one of the country’s three main golfing regions. As with golfing in the other Portuguese golf regions - Algarve and the island of Madeira - a round on one of the fine old Lisbon courses, such as the prestigious Estoril, is a quite a unique experience. And the city’s superb shopping, charming architecture and fascinating museums provide a superb sightseeing opportunity, as well as the chance to experience the delicious local cuisine at some of Portugal’s top restaurants.

But you should be aware, that when you take into account Lisbon’s vibrant nightlife, and entertainment scene, the Portuguese capital may not be a quieter alternative to the Algarve. Checking out the cafés of Chiado, before dining in the Bairro Alto quarter will take up most of your spare time after hours. They are the epicentre of the city’s bar scene and where most of the night time action takes place. And on off days, you can explore the small coastal fishing villages, hike in the mountain forests, or visit vineyards.
Read the rest of this entry »