10 reasons why the Algarve is the PERFECT golf getaway
By Alex Perry, News editor and writer. Probably entertainer third.
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Whether you’re on a golf trip with friends, or looking at slipping out for a few holes while on a family break, Portugal’s Algarve coast has everything…
This is an advertisement feature in association with Glencor Golf Holidays.
With its array of world-class courses, the Algarve is quickly becoming the go-to destination for golfers around Europe.
A golfing paradise, the Algarve has more than 30 top-quality courses from which to choose, each offering its own unique challenge for players of all levels.
And leave your waterproofs at home! With more than 300 days of sun a year, the Algarve can offer you glorious blue skies and breathtaking views. Think dramatic cliffscapes, ocean panoramas, and lush fairways fringed with olive trees.
After your round, you can explore fresh seafood by the Atlantic, explore the region’s charming villages, or unwind in the spa. Pace of play, nor pace of life, are an issue here! The Algarve is a place to truly enjoy the best the continent has to offer.
So if you’re looking for your next golf getaway, whether it be with your family, a partner, or your pals from the club, here are 10 resorts to consider courtesy of Glencor Golf Holidays…
Tucked beside the picturesque marina, Marina Club Lagos Resort is a perfect base for discovering the laid-back charm of the Western Algarve. Just a short stroll from the heart of Lagos and within easy reach of top golf courses like Palmares Golf, it’s a solid pick for those wanting sun, sea, and a round or two.
Swap the buzz of Vilamoura for the calm of Penina Golf Resort, set in the peaceful Alvor area of the Algarve. Spread across 360 acres of lush landscape, this laid-back 5-star resort delivers everything you need for a comfortable, slow-paced stay. Luxury touches with quality golf on-site.
Situated on the stunning golden sands of Alvor beach, Pestana Dom João II Beach & Golf Resort puts you close to this old fishing village, overlooking the beach. It’s a relaxed 4-star spot where you can laze by the pool, rejuvenate in the spa, or tee off at any of the five surrounding Pestana Golf Courses.
Positioned just outside the quiet coastal town of Tavira in Eastern Algarve, AP Cabanas Beach & Nature is a great destination for an all-inclusive golf break. Surrounded by greenery, sand, and untouched nature, this eco-conscious resort is close to Quinta da Ria & Quinta de Cima as well as Quinta do Vale.
This place ticks all the boxes - a 5-star resort is just a short drive away from the vibrant nightlife of Albufeira and has access to three golf courses in Morgado, Alamos and Salgados – perfect for groups!
For those looking to combine quality with outstanding value, Amendoeira Golf Resort is hard to beat. Home to not one but two fantastic 18-hole championship courses, loads of sports facilities, and a handful of bars and restaurants on-site, this is the perfect haven.
Located in the golfing mecca of Vilamoura, this resort features 27-holes and a five-star hotel. Pestana Vila Sol has long been a popular destination for golfers looking for great value as well as being a short drive from the famous Marina for its vibrant nightlife.
Just half an hour from Faro Airport is The Magnolia Hotel in the famous region of Quinta do Lago. Stay in 4-star accommodation and enjoy teeing-off at the likes of Quinta Do Lago Golf Club’s North & South courses as well as the excellent Laranjal.
If you want to stay in the heart of Vilamoura, the 4-star Vila Galé Marina Hotel is the perfect choice! With use of the free golf shuttle bus for the Vilamoura courses and plenty of bars and restaurants on your doorstep, this is ideal for groups.
For those looking for a real bucket list experience, then be sure to check out Monte Rei Golf & Country Club. This 5-star resort offers some incredible town houses and villas as well as an 18-hole golf course which is considered one of the best in Portugal, let alone the Algarve.
Discover your perfect golf holiday with Glencor’s interactive quiz
Glencor Golf Holidays has built a new interactive quiz that will give avid golfers their ideal destination for their next golf trip abroad.
The quiz asks questions about holiday types, distance to travel, when you want to go, how long for and, most importantly, the quality of the courses at your destination.
It then works out from your answers which golf destination is best for your needs.
Will it be a week away planning the courses in the Algarve, a short break hitting the fairways in the UK, or a long-haul golf break to Mauritius?
