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We are delighted to have teamed up with our publishers, Life and Travel International Limited. Their publication, Portugal Life & Travel, has become well known over the past 4 years, and with their wealth of knowledge of Portugal we are confident you will enjoy reading our first issue.
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Our shop could be one of the first places you visit in Portugal ahead of your first round of golf, and if you haven’t played here before you will soon understand why the Algarve is such a wonderful place to enjoy the game. Between the blue sea and sky there is another colour that will catch your eye - the very best kind of green you may have ever seen, on more than 30 of the most challenging yet enjoyable courses. Whatever your golfing ability, you can be assured that at least one of these Algarve courses will suit your game - there is no wonder this region has been named the best golf destination in the world more than once.
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The History of the Ryder Cup
The 87 years of The Ryder Cup As one of sports unique events, the Ryder Cup captures the imagination of millions worldwide as the best of the best from Europe and USA battle it out. But how did it all start...
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here were two unofficial matches between professionals from Great Britain and the United States before the birth of The Ryder Cup in 1927; the British won both.
all that is good in sporting competition. It cost £250 and the small golfing figure at the top of the cup, as requested by the donor, stands as a lasting memorial to Abe Mitchell.
becoming the first continental golfers to play in The Ryder Cup. In the subsequent 16 matches, Europe has won eight, the United States seven, with one match tied.
The first was played at Gleneagles in 1921 and the second was held at Wentworth in 1926. This was undoubtedly the most significant for among those in the gallery was a man called Samuel Ryder. He was an English seed merchant and entrepreneur from St Albans in Hertfordshire who made his money selling penny seed packets. He had taken up golf relatively late in life to improve his health and employed Abe Mitchell, one of the golfing greats of his era, as his personal tutor.
In 1935, the fifth match was played in New Jersey and was captained by Charles Whitcombe. The team included his two brothers Ernest and Reg. Three years later in 1938 Reg Whitcombe (who is the great uncle by marriage of the Publisher of this publication) went on to win the Open Championship at Sandwich.
The Ryder Cup has since become one of the world’s greatest sporting contests as every two years 24 of the very best players from Europe and the United States go head-to-head in match play competition.
Ryder was enthralled by the match at Wentworth, and afterwards was heard to say, ‘We must do this again’, and so The Ryder Cup was born. He donated a small gold cup that today epitomises
The first 22 Ryder Cup matches pitched Great Britain and Ireland against the United States, with the USA winning 18, GB and Ireland three and one match, the famous 1969 contest was tied. In 1979, Europe entered into the competition with Seve Ballesteros and Antonio Garrido
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Paul McGinley has been elected to captain Europe in 2014, taking on Tom Watson’s American team. We all wish Paul and his team well. We hope the drama of last years match that captivated millions can be repeated. The sportsmanship in which the matches will be played will be true to the spirit of its founder, Samuel Ryder.
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THE Ryder Cup
The Ryder Cup - Did you know? A collection of interesting facts about the Ryder Cup you may not know! Volunteers a-plenty The 1800 volunteers needed to help Scotland host the 2014 Ryder Cup have been selected from a record number of applicants. Organisers said 17,500 people, from 27 countries but mostly from Scotland, England, the US, Wales and Ireland, applied to work at the Gleneagles event. Ryder Cup Europe received the largest number of applications for a volunteer programme in the tournament’s history. European Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley said: “I am delighted to welcome the 1800 people who have volunteered to be part of the Gleneagles experience next September. “No golf tournament could exist without volunteers and that is especially true in terms of a competition the size and magnitude of the Ryder Cup.” Ryder Cup operations director Antonia Beggs said: “The process demonstrates the extraordinary appeal of the 2014 Ryder Cup, in Scotland and throughout the rest of the world. It truly is a unique sporting event and people just want to play their part.”
the trophy at Gleneagles next year. It means the Irishman will take five players from the world points list, four from the European list and make up the final 12 with his three picks. “Hopefully, this will ensure I have the right players to face the examination paper that Gleneagles will set out next September,” says McGinley. “It gives me a bit of wiggle room. We could have inclement weather and it’s a golf course we have played on the European Tour for at least ten years now, so there are guys with history there, and they could potentially be picks. There are a number of requirements I’ll be looking at in tailoring the team. But you only need to look at the record books to see we haven’t done too badly of late, so I didn’t see the need to make sweeping changes”.
Ryder Cup Facts i. The golfing figure depicted on top of the trophy reflects the image of Abe Mitchell, a former gardener himself and a friend and instructor of Samuel Ryder. ii. Arnold Palmer was the last playing-captain in 1963 while the last European to undertake both roles was Dai Rees in 1961.
The 2014 Ryder Cup
iii. There have been six holes-in-one at Ryder Cups, only one of them by an American.
The 40th Ryder Cup matches will be held from 26–28 September 2014 on the PGA Centenary Course at the Gleneagles Hotel near Auchterarder in Perthshire, Scotland. This will be the second time that Scotland has hosted the Ryder Cup, the 1973 competition having been played at Muirfield.
iv. Dai Rees captained the Great Britain team the most times, leading them on five occasions in 1955, 1957, 1959, 1961 and 1967. His only victory as skipper came at Lindrick Golf Club in Yorkshire in 1957, as USA suffered what would be only their second defeat between 1933 and 1985.
Europe will go into the contest as the cup holders, having defeated the USA by 14½ points to 13½ in 2012 at the Medinah Country Club in Medinah, Illinois.
v. Tony Jacklin has captained Europe the most with four appearances as skipper in a row from 1983 to 1989, losing the first, winning the next two and drawing the last.
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vi. Nick Faldo currently holds the record for the most appearances with 11 while he’s also played in more matches and earned up more points than any other player in the history of
Europe’s Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley has announced he will increase his wildcard picks from two to three for his side which will defend clubstohire.com
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the event. He played in every Ryder Cup from 1977 to 1997, scoring a total of 25 points from his 46 matches which leaves him one ahead of Germany’s Bernhard Langer (24 from 42) in the all-time rankings. vii. Although Team Europe was formed in 1979 to make the Ryder Cup more competitive, they had to wait until their fourth attempt before they could celebrate victory over the Americans. This was at the Belfry in 1985, when Spain’s Manuel Pinero proved to be the unlikely hero with four points from his five matches as the Europeans claimed a 16.511.5 victory. viii. Seve Ballesteros and Jose Maria Olazabal are easily the most successful Ryder Cup pairing ever and it could take many years before their record is even rivalled, let alone eclipsed. The Spaniards teamed up for 15 matches in total and picked up 12 points, which included 11 wins, two halves and just two defeats. ix. Howard Clark is one of only six players to have managed a Ryder Cup hole-in-one, however he also has his name etched in the competition’s history for the wrong reasons. His 8 & 7 loss to Tom Kite in 1987 was the heaviest ever singles defeat since the format of Ryder Cup matches were changed to a maximum of 18 holes rather than 36.
Team Selection Paul McGinley, who has played in three previous Ryder Cup teams between 2000 and 2006, believes the recent misunderstanding between Sergio Garcia and Tiger Woods during The Players Championship, would not affect his standing in the European Ryder Cup team. Although he knows the two don’t particularly like each other’s company, they don’t have to live with each other. It is therefore quite likely Sergio will remain a candidate for McGinley’s team at Gleneagles.
Algarve Golf Course Reviews
Golf in the Algarve Dear Golfer, Welcome to the Algarve – for more than 40 years one of the premium golf holiday destinations in southern Europe. Since I first golfed as a junior at Penina in 1972 the number of golf courses along the coastline has increased over ten times to more than 30, but the character of the Algarve and its friendly people has not diminished – you will be welcomed warmly whether at a golf club or restaurant or just asking for directions. The golf reviews in this guide provide general information on those Algarve courses. We have assumed that the reader has not visited the Algarve before and provided what we consider to be the most simple directions to the courses.
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The course reviews start on page 9 at the western end of the coast, continue on pages 14, 18, 20, 22, 24 and 30, ending at the eastern border with Spain. We have used the A22 motorway as a simple starting point for the directions as it runs the full length of the Algarve. Please remember that this is a toll road and the tolls must be paid before leaving Portugal, BUT the good news is that the tolls are quite cheap and can be paid very easily in some post offices 48 hours after use of the motorway. When you collect your car from the hire company it may be a good idea to ask them about their policy on these tolls. In the next issue we will be inviting readers to comment directly to our website by
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adding their own reviews about the courses in order to provide the latest update, but in the meantime please let us have your important comments by email to: magazine@clubstohire.com We hope you enjoy your trip to the Algarve – and don’t let the golf spoil your walk!
Stuart Masson - Golf Editor
Algarve Golf Course Reviews
bordered by vineyards and remote scrubland, with views of the Monchique mountains on the horizon.
Parque da Floresta Golf Course
Parque de Floresta (1987) This is one of the hillier courses, with sharply sloping fairways winding along valleys between both luxury villas or apartments and typically Algarvian umbrella pines, eucalyptus, olive and almond trees. Some blind shots to raised greens, well incorporated in to the natural landscape, together with attractive views of the surrounding countryside and the sea create a challenging and interesting golfing experience.
Par: 72 Tees: White: 6413yds | Yellow: 5965 Red: 5498yds Tel: (00351) 282 688 250 www.espiche-golf.com Directions: At A22 motorway exit 1 head along the dual carriageway towards Lagos – at the second roundabout turn right on the N125 for Sagres & Vale do Bispo – after 4kms, pass the turn for the campsite and take the next right turn signposted for Espiche – at the roundabout immediately off the N125 turn left and follow signs for Golf Club and Barao de S.Miguel – look out for signs to the golf club on the right some 2.5kms out of Espiche.
Par: 71 Tees: White: 6112yds | Yellow: 5680yds Red: 4958yds Tel: (00351) 282 690 054 www.parquedafloresta.com Directions: At A22 motorway exit 1 head along the dual carriageway towards Lagos – at the second roundabout turn right on the N125 for Sagres & Vale do Bispo – the entrance is clearly signposted on the right just under 14km, at traffic lights opposite the turning for Salema and 1km past the village of Budens.
Espiche Golf Course
Espiche (2012) This is one of the newest courses on the Algarve and sits in an ecological reserve with some of the most serene and natural surroundings along the coast. The holes wander across the rolling terrain of coastal hills,
Directions: At A22 motorway exit 1 head along the dual carriageway towards Lagos – at the second roundabout turn right on the N125 for Sagres & Vale do Bispo – the entrance is clearly signposted just under 1km on the left.
Onyria Palmares (1975/2010) Although originally designed and opened in 1975, the course was revitalised by Robert Trent Jones Jnr in 2010 and extended to 27 holes. The original links holes have been retained but the parkland holes, across and around the hills overlooking the sandy bays and lagoons just east of Lagos, have been improved beyond recognition. A mix of interesting shorter and testing longer holes wind through fig and almond trees, with some sloping greens which test the best of putters. Par: 72 (All 3 nines are par 36) Tees: Alvor 9 - White: 3667yds Yellow: 3407yds | Red: 2656yds Lagos 9 - White: 3461yds Yellow: 3235yds | Red: 2695yds Beach 9 - White: 3248yds Yellow: 2994yds | Red: 2452yds Tel: (00351) 282 790 500 www.onyriapalmares.com
Boavista Golf Course
Boavista (2002) A course of interesting variety, with the first 3 and last 6 holes wending their way through the luxury villas, townhouses and apartments of the resort, while holes 4 to 12 spread out across traditional Algarve countryside with views across both the Monchique hills and Atlantic. The course provides an enjoyable yet challenging test for most golfing abilities, although the par 3 6th hole over a plunging ravine is likely to test everyone to the hilt, and the first class clubhouse bar and restaurant overlooking the 18th green provides the perfect end to the round. Par: 71 Tees: Black 6723yds | White 6274yd Yellow 5745yds | Red 5162yds Tel: (00351) 282 000 111 www.boavistagolf.com
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Directions: At A22 motorway exit 3 for Mexilhoeira Grande head south. At the roundabout which joins the old coastal road EN 125 bear right heading west towards Odiaxere - at the third traffic lights in the village there is a sign for the Palmares course turning to the left. Drive past the small garden and down a slope – keep on the same road following the signs to the course.
Onyria Palmares Golf Course
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Restaurant Listings - Central Algarve
Dining out - Central Algarve HENRIQUE LEIS
WILLIE’S
ALAMBIQUE
AQUARELLE
A QUINTA
ValeFormoso 8135-035 Almancil Tel: 289 393 438
Rua do Brasil 2 8125 Vilamoura Quarteira Tel: 298 380 849
Estrada da Quinta do Lago Almancil 8135-160 Tel: 289 394 579
Estr. das Escanxinas Almancil 8135-105. Tel: 289 397 973
Rua vale Formosa Loule Tel: 289 393 357
Family run business with a warm and friendly atmosphere offering Portuguese & International cuisine. Set amongst beautiful surroundings you are guaranteed a memorable dining experience. Dine in the restaurant or outside on the terrace.
Situated on the road from Almancil to Vale do Lobo in an rustic, octagonal-shaped building, surrounded by beautiful shrubs and trees. Mediterranean cuisine served in a charming atmosphere with attentive staff.
A modern stylish restaurant, established as one of the top in the Algarve. Just 2 kms from Almancil with fantastic rural and sea views and outdoor dining in the summer. A small restaurant with only 65 covers, reservtions are advisable.
Closed Sundays.
Closed Sundays.
Closed Sundays.
French and International Cuisine from one of the most talented chefs in the region with a welcoming environment. Beautiful terrace with stunning views to the sea. Holder of one Michelin star. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
Excellent international cuisine from Willie, recognized as one of the top chefs on the Algarve. Superb relaxed atmosphere. Holder of one Michelin star. Closed Wednesdays.
CASO DO CAMPO
CASA DA QUINTA
CASA VELHA
CASA DOS PINHEIROS
CHEZ ANTOINE
200. Sitio dos Barros Apartado 3637 8135–608 Almancil Tel: 289 399 109
Estrada Vale Verde Almancil Vale do Lobo, 8135 Tel: 289 394 097
Quinta do Lago Rotund 6 Almancil Tel: 289 394 983
Corgo da Zorra Est.Vale do Lobo Almancil, 8135 – 107 Tel: 289 394 832
Quinta do Lago Almancil. Tel: 289 394 428
A superb restaurant with its own Art Gallery. Built in 1884, it offers traditional Algarvian and International cuisine. Famous for fresh fish, steaks - all served with home grown vegetables from their nearby farm.
A varied menu of International and Portuguese dishes. You can choose the local Catch of the Day, John Dory fillets, prawn curry, Chateaubriand or the delicious chicken piri-piri.
Located in one of the most beautiful golf resort in Quinta do Lago. Celine and Yannick Guichaoua welcome you to a refined and charming environment close the edge of the ocean.
Excelling in fish and shellfish in a convenient setting. Experienced knowledgeable staff will help you understand the dish differences and you are almost certain to find something you will enjoy.
Closed Sundays.
Closed Sundays.
One of the best restaurants in Quinta do Lago. French cuisine with a Portuguese touch. From the minute you are met by Antoine greeting you at the door, it is obvious why this restaurant has been recognized for many years for its friendly service.
Dinners only. Closed Sundays.
A good wine list of local, national & international wines.
COULEUR FRANCE
FIGUEIRAL
FLORIAN
FUZIO’S
Vale de Eguas Almancil 8135 – 033 Tel: 289 399 515
Rua Cristovao Pires Norte 8135-117 Almancil Tel: 289 395 558
R Van Zanten Almancil 8135 Tel: 289 396 674
286 Rua do Comercio Almancil 8135-127 Tel: 351 289 399 019
International cuisine served in sophisticated surroundings. Recognised as one of the most pleasant restaurants in the area. Open for lunches and dinner, offering really fine service.
Brazilian and International cuisine. Extensive menu offering many steak dishes. The Brazilian style meat cooked on a spit and carved on your plate is superb. Reservations are recommended.
Located in the “Vale Verde” area of Quinta do Lago with a friendly cosy atmosphere. Serving dishes of the highest level. Dine on the terrace during the summer months, nicely surrounded by a flourishing garden.
One of the best all round eating establishments you will find in the Almancil area. Fine fare, good value and lovely atmosphere with charming service. Their famous Prawns Piri Piri are highly recommended, as is their Rack of Lamb.
Closed Sundays.
Closed Thursdays.
Closed Wednesdays.
Closed Sundays.
PAIXA
Closed Sundays.
LA PAELLA Estrada de Vale de Eguas, 26, Almancil 8135, Tel: 289 393 874 This picturesque tapas restaurant in Almancil is well worth a visit. Enjoy an evening out having tapas. Their hand cut “Jabugo” ham from Spain is a must as are the different types of paellas. A take away service is available. Closed Mondays.
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GREEN VALLEY Val Verde Quinta do Lago Almancil Tel: 289 396 638 Renowned for its excellent cuisine and service. Located close to the Quinta do Lago roundabout, their Roast Suckling Pig is their Thursday & Friday specialty. Fresh daily specials, including BBQ fish.
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BJ’S OCEANSIDE
Quadradinhos Lote 52 Vale Do Lobo Almancil Tel: 289 394 699
Apartado 3618 8135-907, Almancil Portugal Tel: 289 399866
The Marina Vilamoura, 8125-421 Tel: 289 302 981
Praia Cavelo Preto Quarteira Tel: 910 698 479
Located near the entrance to Vale do Lobo. Mixing modern, sophisticated décor with laid- back ambience, and inspired cuisine. It is trendy and fashionable, yet comfortable and delicious.
Serving recipes of French origin with a simplified process, but a special attention to flavours and presentation. Always able to attract a constant clientele wishing to find unique dishes and flavours.
Closed Sunday lunchtime.
Closed Sundays.
Fairways perhaps offers the best value for money of all the restaurants around the Marina. A Golfers favourite for the delicious international dishes. Fresh Cod Fillets, Fillets of Sole au Gratin, Cataplana, Seafood Linguini with Shrimp or Tournedos are favorites to many.
A traditional rustic beach bar with spectacular views, specialises in fresh grilled fish together with a broad range of salads, chicken and burgers. Great relaxed atmosphere and live music most Friday and Sunday lunchtimes. Credit cards not accepted.
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The Publishers are very grateful to Jennie from The Central Algarve Magazine for providing us with the Restaurant Listing for the Golden Triangle area, they have been entertaining and informing the region for over 20 years! Tel: 93 642 6645. www.central-algarve.com
The following restaurants provide excellent cusine in a special ambience
Restaurant Listings - Western Algarve
Dining out - Western Algarve Agua na Boca
Lote 1 Restaurant
International Cafe
Rua da Pescadores Salema, Tel: 282 695 651
Rua do Ramalhete Lote 1, Luz, Tel: 912 771 713
Rua Antonio Barbosa Viana, N0 17, Lagos 8600 677, Tel 282 768 312
Casa do Pintor Gourmet & Bistro
Restaurante dos Artistas
Largo Santa Maria da Graca, 15, Lagos 8600-518 Tel: 917 334 4398
Rua Candido dos Reis, 68, Lagos 8600 Tel: 282 760 659
A perfect blend of well cooked local products, service, and wine. A great dining experience. This place is really special and anyone staying in the Lagos-Aljezur area should visit it. The restaurant’s name means mouthwatering and the food is certainly that.
A fine restaurant, the covers are fantastic. The fish broth starter is highly recommended guaranteed to be packed full of flavours. The steak dishes are a house speciality especially when served with their potatoes dauphinoise.
For traditional English style cooking, the International offers excellent food at very reasonable prices. This is a must for golfers spending time in the Algarve during the winter months. Their roast beef is always served to perfection, as is their medley of pork and turkey.
Situated on the edge of the old town, experience excellent food and fantastic service. Highly recommended is their Foie Gras with gingerbread, which is sensational. As it is a small restaurant we strongly advise you ring ahead to book.
Offering a fine variety of food and friendly staff making the visit memorable. Considered as one of the “classiest” restaurants in Lagos offering excellent value with a delightful patio, which is great for aperitifs and certainly adds to the atmosphere.
Restaurante D. Henrique
Dom Sebastiao Rua 25 de Abril 20-22 Lagos 8600-763 Tel: 282 762 795
Cantinho Algarvio
Restaurante Atlantico
Cantinha do Petisco
Rua Afonso de Almeida Lagos 8600 Tel: 282 761 289
Estrada da Meia Praia, Lagos, Portugal Tel: 282 792 086
Rua da Oliveira, Lagos Tel: 282 084 285
This restaurant is considered to be romantic with an excellent reputation. The food and service is always fantastic and offers value for money. The menu is very varied and their Coquilles Saint-Jacques is a house specialty.
Offering an extensive menu, dominated by fish, but also offers meat and vegetarian options. The prices are more than average for the area; their cover charge is good value and the complementary figs, almonds & port at the end of your meal is a delightful touch.
Situated in a narrow cobbled street in Lagos this is a restaurant visited by people from all over the world. A varied menu as well as several options for vegetarians. They offer 3 special menus for groups of golfers with combinations of courses and desserts.
Another of the best restaurants in Lagos serving quality fresh fish and meat. It also boasts a considerable wine cellar. Their dessert menu is also superb with Crepe Suzettes being very popular. The restaurant offers superb views of the sea and is well worth a visit.
Chef Luis Rosa produces the most delectable Portuguese cuisine in a bustling atmosphere. Warning, the portions are enormous however you can order between two. We recommend you walk to this restaurant to build up your appetite!
Antonio’s
Vila Vita Biergarten
A Eira do Mel
Praia de Porto de Mos Lagos Tel: 282 76 35 60
Porches Tel: 282 381 177
Estrada do Castelejo Apartado 12, Vila do Bispo 8650-999 Tel: 282 639 016
Arte Nautica Beach Restaurant
O Monchiqueiro
Avenida do Rio Armacao de Pera 8365 Tel: 282 314 875
Mercado Municipal, Silves 8300 Tel: 282 182 046
Should you enjoy off-road trips, this is a nice restaurant to visit. A traditional western Algarve farmhouse building close to the centre of the village, painted with vivid shades of blue on the outside. Their fish comes direct from the harbour in Sagres.
An upmarket beach restaurant with delightful views of the sea. A New England coastal looking property owned by Vila Vita Parc, specialising in Mozambique tiger prawns and seafood açorda. Their food is well prepared and the service is excellent.
A traditional Portuguese, market-kitchen restaurant. There’s a covered terrace, with a huge barbecue, adding to the atmosphere. A meal for two, with generous portions, including wine, water and coffee, comes in at under €30.
Joaquim da Praca
Evaristo
Look Steak Cafe
Aldeia Ruiva Sao Bartolomeu de Messines. Tel: 282 339 487
Praia do Evaristo Albufeira Tel: 289 591 666
Rua de Calhetta Praia da Luz Tel: 282 761 316
A very traditional Portuguese restaurant. Offering enormous steaks, pork with clams, and a selection of traditional dishes of the day. Their bacalhau dishes are delicious. Lots of house specials give you a great taste of truly authentic food with great quality.
This is a very upmarket beachside restaurant. Light, spacious, modern - lots of glass, fabulous wooden decking. Excellent fresh fish and seafood, salads, some meat dishes and delicious homemade desserts. Choose your fish from the counter before you sit down.
With many years experience of serving quality meat, Look have built a reputation of having the best tasting steaks in the Algarve. Their house specialality is sirloin steak cooked in a coffee & beer sauce different but delicious. Perfect location with excellent service.
Rua 25 de Abril 75, Lagos 8600-763 Tel: 282 763 563
A restaurant where you can hear the roar of waves, gaze down the cliff lined endless expanse of beach. A unique dining experience with a superb diverse menu and is a perfect setting for lunch or a sunset dinner.
Porters
A traditional German beer garden, with large indoor and outdoor spaces. As Vila Vita Parc owns the Biergarten, there is also a selection of wines from the group’s Alentejo vineyard, Herdade dos Grous. A very different place for golfers to visit, offering a guaranteed gastronomic experience.
Veneza
Rua Das Caravelas Armacao de Pera Silves 8365 116 Tel: 282 314 720
EN 395, Albufeira 8200-488 Tel: 289 367 129
A favourite restaurant for many. The atmosphere is welcoming and offers superb food. Their steak on a stone has to be tried, as do the hanging kebabs. Many golfers have commented the staff are very attentive and friendly even when really busy.
Situated between Albufeira and Paderne. Whilst Veneza looks like a small roadside café from the outside, appearances can be deceptive - inside it has a warm and welcoming traditional feel, with a Tardis-like wine cellar. Very popular, it’s always best to book.
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Restaurants between the Golden Triangle and the Western Algarve.
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Algarve Golf Course Reviews
Par: 72 Tees: White: 6700yds | Yellow: 6217yds Red: 5724yds Tel: (00351) 282 460 870 www.pestanagolf.com
Penina Championship course
Penina (1966) Penina’s championship course was one of the first on the Algarve and was a benchmark for subsequent 5star golf resorts across the world. The course was designed by Sir Henry Cotton, one of the greatest of British golfers, and although it was laid out on rice fields and consequently likely to be one of the flattest you may play, it is still one of the toughest challenges. The narrow fairways wind through eucalyptus, pine and palms, with a variety of tough water hazards, testing bunkers and predominantly elevated greens. The 9 hole Resort course was also designed by Cotton and replicates the characteristics of the Championship test, and the nine hole Academy course should not be missed.
Directions: At the A22 motorway exit 5 for Portimao take road south into the town. After the third roundabout keep to the left hand side and go down and through a short tunnel. Keep straight on and about 1 km later road curves to the left and feeds into another road. Keep straight and on the last roundabout before the beach take first exit right into a dual carriageway going west. At the next roundabout turn to the right, follow signs to the golf club and turn right at the next small roundabout into the Alto clubhouse.
Pestana Silves Golf Course
Pestana Silves (2007) One of the newest courses on the Algarve and lies in a serene and rural location, surrounded by fruit orchards and olive groves ,with a modern design. Silves requires strategic planning with lots of risk and reward situations – the 1st sets the scene, a tee shot between 2 lakes! Frequent water hazards and awkward bunkers and tricky greens need considerable thought.
Pestana Alto Golf Course
Par: Championship - Par 73 Tees: White: 6860yds | Yellow: 6373yds Blue: 5918yds | Red: 5621yds Par: Resort 9 – Par 35 Tees: White: 3267yds | Yellow: 2875yds Tel: (00351) 282 420223 www.lemeridienpenina.com Directions: At A22 motorway exit 4 for Alvor head south - at the roundabout on the N125 head right for Lagos The entrance to the Le Meridian Penina Hotel & Golf Resort is about 0.5 km further down on the right hand side of the road after the BP Petrol Station.
Pestana Alto (1991) This was the last of Sir Henry Cotton’s Algarve designs and it is not so punitive as his first at Penina some 25 years earlier. The course lies in beautiful landscaped gardens between luxury villas, town houses and apartments. Its winding fairways and elevated greens test the lower handicaps but provide a pleasant challenge for the average club golfer. The front nine provides views over Lagos bay while the back nine is set in the rolling hills, and at 660yds the 16th is one of the longest par 5s in Europe.
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Morgado (2003) & Los Alamos (2006) These 2 courses lie together in the seclusion of an undulating 980 hectare estate some 7 miles north of Portimao. Their relatively broad bermuda fairways wander over an undulating terrain with taxing water hazards and clearly evident bunkers. Approach shots need to be accurate to generally large greens, many with two or more tiers, which test the best of putters. Par: Tees: Par: Tees: Tel:
Morgado - Par 73 White 7040yds | Yellow 6450yds Red 5306yds Los Alamos - Par 71 White 6200yds | Yellow 5560yds Red 4720yds (00351) 282 402 150 www.cshotelsandresorts.com
Directions: Take the road north from Portimao and at the access roundabout to the A22 motorway exit 5 take the N124 for Monchique and Silves. After 1.1kms take the well signposted left turn and drive a further 1.2 kms to the west, then take a right turn into the Morgado Estate.
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Par: 70 Tees: White 6180yds | Yellow 5780yds Tel: (00351) 282 240 077 www.pestanagolf.com Directions: At A22 motorway exit 6 for Lagoa head north on the N124-1 towards Silves. At the next roundabout bear right and then left back under the dual carriageway - follow the “Golf” signs - immediately turn right and follow the road to “Silves train station”. About 100m before rail crossing turn to the right down the M1154 and follow this road until you come to the entrance of the course on the left side.
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1st PRIZE Be guests of the open championship hospitality suite. This prize is for 2 people to attend The Open in the Hospitality Suite on the final day of the Championship at Muirfield on Sunday 21st July 2013.
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25th JULY DRAW
1st PRIZE A WEEKEND FOR 2 at the 5-star Cascade Wellness & Lifestyle Resort. located in the beautiful town of Lagos, the prize also includes 1 hour tuition at the Golf academy.
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22nd OF AUGUST DRAW
1st PRIZE A WEEKEND FOR 2 AT THE DONA FILIPA HOTEL + 1 ROUND OF GOLF AT THEIR AWARD WINNING SAN LORENZO COURSE.
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A €25 voucher with the compliments of Simply Tapas & Vino. Vale do Lobo.
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Algarve Golf Course Reviews
Pestana Pinta Golf Course
Pestana Vale da Pinta (1992) Set out on the same rolling terrain as its neighbouring younger sister course Gramacho, this club has always had a reputation for its design and high standard of maintenance. The first 9 holes are overlooked by the development’s townhouses and apartments, while the second 9 spread out across a more open landscape. Overall this course provides a good test for all golfing abilities in pleasant surroundings. Par: 71 Tees: White: 6194yds | Yellow: 5730yds Blue: 5730yds | Red: 5316yds Tel: (00351) 282 340 900 www.pestanagolf.com Directions: Take Lagoa/Silves exit 6 from the A22 motorway and head south round two roundabouts heading for Lagoa West, then move into the left hand lane to feed straight on to the N125 going east towards Lagoa. At the next roundabout take first exit right and head back to the west. Follow this road for 700 metres past a petrol station, straight over one roundabout, and left at the next where there is a sign for the Pestana Gramacho and Vale da Pinta courses. Follow the road and turn left at the next roundabout, follow signs to the clubhouse.
Pinta, is now 18 holes, 5–14 winding between villas and apartments and the remaining holes on open undulating ground. Play the course attentively to avoid unusual stony outcrops, drystone walls , well placed water hazards and large bunkers. One unique characteristic is the 27 greens and variety of tee positions – you can play the same course but different holes! Par: 72 Tees: White: 6582yds | Yellow: 6052yds Blue: 5701yds | Red: 5226yds Tel: (00351) 282 340 900 www.pestanagolf.com
Oceanico Faldo (2008) Wide fairways, visually overbearing large white sand bunkers, daunting water hazards, and a landscape like Arizona, all bordered by orange groves with the backdrop of the Monchique mountains, are the first impressions of this course. Strategic play is required with poignant water hazards on seven holes, but whatever your golfing ability there is a course to enjoy from the very broad variety of tees. Par: 72 Tees: Gold: 7218yds | White: 6888yds Yellow: 6409 | Blue: 5835yds Red: 5145yds Tel: (00351) 282 320 800 www.oceanicogolf.com
Oceanico O’Connor Jnr. (2008)
Pestana Gramacho (2001) Originally built as a 9 hole course Gramacho, neighbour to its older sister course Vale da
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Par: 72 Tees: Gold: 7340yds | White: 6863yds Yellow: 6490yds | Blue: 6170yds Red: 5734yds Tel: (00351) 282 320 800 www.oceanicogolf.com Directions: Leave the A22 motorway at exit 7 and go north for Silves, then turn right after 2kms into the Amendoeira golf resort.
Directions: Same directions as Vale da Pinta (Opposite) until you reach the sign for the Pestana Gramacho and Vale da Pinta courses. Follow this road straight across the next roundabout until you meet a Stop sign. Turn left up the hill to the clubhouse.
Directions: Leave the A22 motorway at exit 7 and go north for Silves, then turn right after 2kms into the Amendoeira golf resort.
Pestana Gramacho Golf Course
on the Amendoeira resort are not yet quite so closely bordered by residential development as a number of their nearby competitors and there is a pleasant feeling of greater space.
With water hazards on some 15 holes this course requires a lot of thought – to play safe rather than sorry may be good advice – but it lies more in the valleys and provides excellent alternative golfing entertainment to the Faldo course. Again, the wide selection of tees provides the length of course to suit all standards of golfer. Both courses
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Oceanico Faldo Course
Herdade dos Salgados (1994) Set next to the sea in the lagoon of a tranquil nature reserve, this course requires some good play from tee to green as only one hole is not played along or over water! Although it is not a true links the wind generally plays a key role in the play of this flat layout and although not long a full range of shots is required during a round. Par: 71 Tees: White: 6651yds | Yellow: 6170yds Blue: 5642yds | Red: 5154yds Tel: (00351) 911 032 723 www.cshotelsandresorts.com Directions: Leave A22 Motorway at exit 7 and head south for Alcantarilha. At the roundabout on the N125 take the left exit and head east down the hill into Alcantarilha, go straight over the next roundabout but at the following roundabout turn right towards Armação de Pera. About 1 kilometre further on at the roundabout after the Petrol Station on the left and a camping site to the right, take the left exit and follow signs for Albufeira, right over the next roundabout then straight over the next roundabout. After 2kms look out for signpost to dos Salgados on right then follow signs to golf club.
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Oceanico Victoria (2004) Laid out on the flat coastal plain, this course was designed by Arnold Palmer with a more heathland feel than the 4 other Vilamoura courses. Although it is one of the longest in Portugal it has a selection of 5 tees to suit everyone’s abilities, and the lakes, together with their weirs and waterfalls, provide a good test and attractive backdrop in the absence of the usual umbrella pines. Par: 72 Tees: Pro: 7176yds | White: 6666yds Yellow: 6167yds | Blue: 5650yds Red: 5210yds Tel: (00351) 289 320 100 www.oceanicogolf.com Directions: Leave A22 Motorway at exit 11 for Boliqueime and head south until you reach the first roundabout with traffic lights. Turn east onto the N 125 to Vilamoura and continue for about 4 kms. At next traffic lights turn right into Vilamoura Estate. At third roundabout turn right then at the second roundabout turn left. Continue south for about 500 metres and the entrance to the clubhouse is on the right side of this road.
Oceanico Victoria Golf Course
Oceanico Pinhal (1976/1985) This was the second course on Vilamoura, originally designed by Frank Pennink, architect of the nearby Old Course, laid out in 1976, and revamped by Robert Trent Jones Sr in 1985. Gently undulating fairways meander through the umbrella pines and surrounding villas to relatively small greens. The bunkering is very fair and water hazards only really come in to play on 5 holes. Although not as tough as the Old Course this is a very enjoyable test of golf. Par: 72 Tees: White: 6988yds | Yellow: 6505yds Red: 5727yds Tel: (00351) 289 310 390 www.oceanicogolf.com
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Directions: Leave A22 Motorway at exit 11 for Boliqueime and head south until you reach the first roundabout with traffic lights. Turn east onto the N 125 to Vilamoura and continue for about 4 kms. At next traffic lights turn right into Vilamoura Estate and continue straight across all roundabouts. Then continue along the dual-carriageway divided by generous lawns. Just before the road bends to the right move into the left lane and turn back along the carriageway, moving into the righthand lane and take the right turn in 200 metres. Continue straight over 2 roundabouts into the clubhouse.
Oceanico Millenium Golf Course
Oceanico Laguna (1990) & Oceanico Millenium (2000) Laguna: Although relatively flat and without the typical Algarvian pine forestation, this course is well hazarded with many bunkers, some tight out of bounds and, as it names suggests, lakes on 11 holes! These aspects, together with the strong sea breezes, make this enjoyable course more testing than it first may appear. Par: 72 Tees: White: 6733yds | Yellow: 6351yds Reds: 5390yds Tel: (00351) 289 310 180 www.oceanicogolf.com Millenium: The second 9 of this course were originally part of a 27 hole development, and reflect the same design as the other 18, which now form the Laguna course, with probably a few more pines The first 9 is new and completely different, particularly the loop from 3 – 7 with its tight fairways through umbrella pines. This great variety make it a popular golfing location Par: 72 Tees: White: 6773yds | Yellow: 6362yds Red: 5244yds Tel: (00351) 289 310 180 www.oceanicogolf.com
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Directions: Leave A22 Motorway at exit 11 for Boliqueime and head south until the first roundabout with traffic lights. Turn east onto the N125 to Vilamoura and continue for 4 kms. The next traffic lights turn right into Vilamoura Estate. Third roundabout turn right then at the next roundabout turn left. Continue south for about 400 metres and the entrance to the clubhouse for both courses is on the left side of this road.
Oceanico Old Course (1969/1996) As the second to open on the Algarve, this Frank Pennink design has been widely acknowledged as one of the classic courses in southern Europe – fairways wandering among umbrella pines over a generally rolling natural terrain, with only a couple of steeper slopes, and only one lake in play. In 1996 Martin Hawtree conducted a modernisation and although no major changes were made to the course a new clubhouse and practice putting green were built. Having hosted many international professional and amateur tournaments, your round on the Old Course will remain in your memory for some time. Par: 73 Tees: White: 6879yds | Yellow: 6504yds Blue: 6255yds | Red: 5595yds Tel: (00351) 289 310 341 www.oceanicogolf.com Directions: Leave A22 Motorway at exit 11 for Boliqueime and head south until you reach the first roundabout with traffic lights. Turn east onto the N 125 to Vilamoura and continue for 4 kms. At next traffic lights turn right into Vilamoura Estate. At second roundabout turn left, then continue straight over next roundabout, and after 200m entrance to the clubhouse is on left.
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Pestana Vila Sol (1991)
Quinta do Lago
The championship course on this 27 hole venue is a combination of the Prime and Challenge nines, with the academy occupying the Prestige nine. Wide sweeping fairways wind through a mix of traditional umbrella pines, almond and fig trees, with a variety of colourful flowers. Streams and lakes add to the challenge of the more open areas of the 75 hectares of a gently rolling terrain.
Both of these established courses provide the benchmark for premium holiday golf! Wide undulating Bermuda grass fairways, with luxury villas set further back than many more modern resorts, wander through pines and require accuracy for a good score but do not penalize the poorer shot beyond recovery. Natural scenery and stunning lagoons add to the enjoyment of golf on this popular resort – a challenge for the lower handicaps yet still a pleasure for the average player.
Par: Tees: Par: Tees: Par: Tees:
Prime 9 - Par 36 White: 3545yds | Yellow/Blue: 3317yds Red: 2984yds Challenge 9 - Par 36 White: 3448yds | Yellow/Blue: 3219yds Red 2930yds Prestige 9 - Par 36 White: 3370yds | Yellow/Blue: 3178yds Red: 2827yds www.pestanagolf.com
Directions: Take A22 motorway exit 12 for Loulé. Head south to the end of the dual carriageway then straight over a roundabout. At the next junction keep left and follow signs for Quarteira, pass the Aquashow Park on the right, then turn right into Vila Sol some 500m later.
Vila Sol Golf Course
Vale do Lobo Ocean Course (1968) This is one of the oldest Algarve courses, designed by Henry Cotton, and, as its name suggests, many of the holes have an oceanic vista or border the lengthy beach of the resort. Although adjacent to the coast the course has a generally sloping landscape, requiring various shots - from raised tees down to pine bordered fairways or up to well bunkered raised greens. Par: 73 Tees: White: 6744yds | Yellow: 6234yds Red: 5613yds Tel: (00351) 289 353 465 www.valedolobo.com/en/golf
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Vale do Lobo Ocean Golf Course
Vale do Lobo Royal Course (1968 & 1997) This course is comprised of many of the 1968 holes designed by Henry Cotton, very similar to the Ocean course, and another more recently built inland 9 designed by Rocky Rocquemore but based on Cotton’s original drawings. The new 9 is flatter but has some exciting holes around large lakes and adds a great variety to the older 27 holes at the resort. However, the long established 16th par three over the red cliffs is still one of the most popular images of golf in southern Europe.
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South (1974) - Par 72 White: 7137yds | Yellow: 6458yds Red: 5711yds North (1989) - Par 72 White: 6739yds | Yellow: 6296yds Red: 5480yds (00351) 289 390 705 www.quintadolago.com
Par: 72 Tees: White: 6655yds | Yellow: 6215yds Red: 5418yds Tel: (00351) 289 353 465 www.valedolobo.com/en/golf Directions: From the A22 Motorway take Exit-13 for the Airport, head south past Football Stadium. About 1 km further bear right up the slip road and follow signs for N 125 and Almancil. After 3km on the N125 take the slip road right for Almancil, and continue straight through two sets of traffic lights in the town centre. Drive up the hill and turn left at the next main junction which has many direction signs on it, including one for Vale do Lobo. Follow the road for 2 minutes, and turn left immediately after a petrol station on your left, following the signs for Vale do Lobo. Do not leave this road for some 6kms when you get to a T junction, where you should turn right and follow the signs for Vale do Lobo and golf club.
Vale do Lobo Royal Golf Course
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Quinta do Lago Golf
Directions: From the A22 Motorway take Exit-13 for the Airport and head south past Football Stadium on the left. About 1 km further bear right up the slip road and follow signs for N125/ Almancil. After 3km take the slip road right for Almancil, and continue through two traffic lights in the town centre. Turn left at the next main junction. Follow the road for 2 minutes, and turn left after a petrol station on your left. Continue on this road for 6kms. When you get to a T junction turn left to Quinta do Lago. Pass the Shopping centres on the right to the roundabout - here take the second exit turning into the main Quinta do Lago Resort and on the fourth roundabout you turn right to the clubhouse for both courses.
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Laranjal Golf Course
Laranjal (2009) The newest of the Quinta do Lago resort courses, set in the valley of Ludo some 2kms east of the main resort, adds yet another great aspect to this golfing mecca. Wide fairways still require accuracy for the longer hitters but do not punish the average player beyond enjoyment. Although the holes do not wind through the umbrella pines so individually as the other Quinta courses, the visual definition of this more parkland design is provided by some vast bunkers and five lakes.
Directions: From the A22 Motorway take Exit13 for the Airport and head south past Football Stadium on the left. About 1 km further bear right up the slip road and follow signs for N 125 and Almancil. After 3km on the N125 take the slip road right signposted for Almancil, and continue straight through two sets of traffic lights in the town centre. Drive up the hill and turn left at the next main junction which has many direction signs on it. Follow the road for 2 minutes, and turn left immediately after a petrol station on your left. Do not leave this road for some 6kms and when you get to a T junction turn left to Quinta do Lago. After passing the Shopping centres on the right side there is a roundabout - here take the second exit turning into the main Quinta do Lago Resort and at the sixth roundabout turn left to the course.
Par: 72 Tees: Pro: 7090yds | White: 6630yds Yellow: 6220yds | Red: 5260yds Tel: (00351) 289 390 705 www.quintadolago.com San Lorenzo Golf Course
Directions: From the A22 Motorway take Exit-13 for the Airport and head south past Football Stadium on the left. About 1 km further bear right up the slip road and follow signs for N 125 and Almancil. After 2kms take left turn signposted for Ludo and the entrance to the Club is on the left some 2.3kms down this minor road – you will see the course after 1.5kms.
San Lorenzo (1988) This has the same pleasures as the other courses on Quinta do Lago, with wide undulating fairways winding between umbrella pines, large blue lagoons and enormous bunkers, but has a little more intricacy in those holes bordering the sea where there are some interesting risk and reward options. Par: 72 Tees: White: 6862yds | Yellow: 6421yds Red: 5688yds Tel: (00351) 289 396 522 www.sanlorenzogolfcourse.com
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Pinheiros Altos (1992) Same rolling terrain as the nearby Quinta do Lago courses but the three nines offer an interesting, varied design, with both the traditional umbrella pine forest layout and a more parkland configuration around and over some large water hazards. Par: Tees: Par: Tees: Par: Tees: Tel:
Pines - Par 36 White: 3331yds | Yellow: 3121yds Red: 2570yds Olives - Par 36 White: 3263yds | Yellow: 3052yds Red: 2678yds Cork - Par 36 White: 3450yds | Yellow: 3235yds Red: 2792yds (00351) 289 359 900 www.pinheirosaltos.com/golf
Directions: From the A22 Motorway take Exit-13 for the Airport and head south past Football Stadium on the left. About 1 km further bear
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right up the slip road and follow signs for N 125 and Almancil. After 3km on the N125 take the slip road right signposted for Almancil, and continue straight through two sets of traffic lights in the town centre. Drive up the hill and turn left at the next main junction which has many direction signs on it. Follow the road for 2 minutes, and turn left immediately after a petrol station on your left. Do not leave this road for some 6kms and when you get to a T junction turn left to Quinta do Lago. After passing the Shopping centres on the right side there is a roundabout - here take the third exit, not the main Quinta do Lago Resort, and continue along this road for 2.5kms to the golf course entrance on the left.
Benamor (2000) Although not one of the longer courses on the Algarve, this is a very relaxing design with delightful views towards both the ocean and the Caldeirao Hills. The architect has left mature trees in very strategic positions, but there are not as many bunkers as on other courses and apart from the boundaries there is not a great deal of heavy rough on this gently undulating, enjoyable parkland course. The website provides an excellent moving panoramic view from each hole’s tee and green . Par: 71 Tees: White: 6047yds | Yellow: 5717yds Red: 5236yds Tel: (00351) 281 320 880 /www.benamorgolf.com/ Directions: From A22 motorway take exit 16 for Tavira and at first roundabout take the road south to Tavira. At the next roundabout which is on the N125 turn left to drive east in the direction of Vila Real and Spain. Stay on the N125 as it goes around the outskirts of Tavira and about 5 kms east of the town you will see Benamor Golf Club and then its entrance on the left.
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hy not escape the winter and head for Madeira, the floating garden of the Atlantic? Just over 3 hours flying time from the UK, come and enjoy the climate of this beautiful island, with its enchanting scenery - a veritable oasis in the middle of the Atlantic. For over 500 years Madeira became the jewel of the Portuguese crown, and a perfect place to play golf. Participate in this prestigious tournament, the first time actually being played in Madeira. The tournament is open to 80 golfers and will be played over 4 days on both of the two fine courses on the island, Santo da Serra and Palheiro Golf, both offering a wide variety of challenges to golfers at all levels.
There will be additional prizes in each competition. There will be fun team competitions over the practice days. Full tournament conditions are available on request.
It will be played over 36 holes for The Pequena Madeira Cup, an individual Stableford off scratch, and the Miff Hall Trophy, an individual Stableford off full handicap allowance, with a maximum handicap of 24 for men and 36 for ladies.
Palheiro Golf is set in the hills above Funchal on a 200 year old estate. It is a spectacular course with unlimited views of Funchal. Santo da Serra sits high up on a plateau, 700 metres above sea level. Renowned for its breathtaking beauty it is considered by
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many to be one of the top courses in Europe and home to the Madeira Island Open Tournament annually. The organisers, Life & Travel International Limited, publishers of Madeira Life & Travel together with Pequena Madeira Ltd, have arranged a superb luxurious 7-day programme in association with the Mayor of Funchal, the Tourism Board of Madeira, the Hotels Meliã Madeira Mare, Palheiro hotel and of course not forgetting Reid’s Palace.
Madeira Golf TOURNAMENT
In addition to competitive golf, there will be plenty of social activities to engage with your fellow guests and get acquainted with the local culture and food. There will be two cocktail parties and a prize giving presentation dinner. This is more than a tournament – it is a golfing experience not to be missed. The Meliã Madeira Mare, a 5 star hotel situated in Funchal, overlooks the Atlantic, offering luxurious facilities with outdoor/indoor swimming pools and a Spa. For a supplemented price, you can choose to stay at the world famous Reid’s Palace Hotel. Set in subtropical gardens overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, this legendary Orient-Express hotel in Madeira has, for more than a century, been the ultimate place to stretch out in the sun and relax. Its subtropical gardens are internationally renowned, and now feature a Spa tucked in among the trees.
SCHEDULE:
Tuesday 19th November: Practice day at Palheiro Golf Club Evening: Reception and Dinner at the Meliã Madeira Mare Hotel.
Meliã Madeira Mare Hotel. » 4 rounds of golf – 2 practice days on each course. » Reception & Dinner on 2nd night. » Transfers to and from the golf courses for all days. » Prize giving presentation Dinner at Reid’s Palace Hotel. » Permanent ground assistance and full tournament organization. » An extensive programme for the non-playing partners of golfers. » A Mayoral reception at the Funchal Civic Hall on an evening to be confirmed.
The Tournament Price: per golfer - Shared occupancy at Melia Madeira Mare For the non golfer £599
£1,289
per golfer based on shared occupancy at Reids Palace For the non golfer £929
Please note these prices are correct at the time of going to press, but may alter due to exchange rate fluctuations. Reservation deposits of 20% per person have to be paid by the 1st of August 2013. Balance paid by the 1st of October. Payments in sterling only are accepted by cheque or BACS transfer, but not by credit card.
WHAT’S INCLUDED: » 7 nights accommodation at the 5*
Please note this 36 hole tournament is only open to 80 players and they will be dealt with on a first reservation – first playing basis.
£959
Monday 18th November: Hotel check in & Golf Registration.
» Open top bus tour of Funchal as guests of Madeira Tourism.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED: » Transfers between Funchal Airport and hotels on arrival & departure. » Activities for Non Golfers. » Any activities on the free days. » Buggies are extras at €40 per round
Wednesday 20th November: Tournament 1st day at Palheiro Golf Thursday 21st November: Practice day at Santo da Serra Golf Club Friday 22nd November: Tournament 2nd day at Santo da Serra Golf Evening: We celebrate the end of the tournament with a Prize Giving Gala Dinner at Reid’s Palace Saturday 23rd November. Free day: Or visit the island of Porto Santo for a day’s golf on the famous course designed by Seve Ballesteros. The day will include 18 holes of golf and non-golfers will be able to enjoy lunch at The Porto Santo Hotel and visit their famous therapeutic Spa. (Please note, the price for this day is not included in the Tournament Price) Sunday 24th November. Free day: Or take the opportunity to walk some of the famous Lavadas on the island, take a mountain car trip around the island. Again this day is charged as an optional extra. Monday 25th November. Day of departures following a farewell traditional breakfast at Hotel Melia.
and need to be booked in advance. » Travel insurance.
For further details of this rather special tournament please contact: Stuart Masson stuart@callaghangroup.com
Prices do NOT include flights to Madeira. Direct flights to the island are available from London Heathrow, Gatwick, Birmingham, Bristol, and Glasgow.
Peter Callaghan peter@callaghangroup.com For all Scottish enquiries contact: md.pequenamadeira@yahoo.co.uk
The Provisional Programme – the schedule may change due to weather conditions.
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Algarve Golf Course Reviews
Quinta da Ria & Quinta da Cima (2002) Set in the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve, these 2 courses are unlikely to be overlooked by any future development and with their views over the nearby sandy beaches they provide a close link with nature. The relatively flat fairways of these parkland courses wander through carob and olive trees, while bunkers, lakes and attractive streams with weirs come into play on many holes. Par: Quinta da Ria - Par 72 Tees: White: 6882yd | Yellow: 6650yds Red: 5468yds Par: Quinta da Cima - Par 72 Tees: White: 6618yds | Yellow: 6459yds Red: 5478yds Tel: (00351) 281 950 580 www.quintadaria.com Directions: From A22 motorway take exit 16 for Tavira and at first roundabout take the road south to Tavira. At the next roundabout which is on the N125 turn left to drive east in the direction of Vila Real and Spain. Stay on the N125 as it goes around the outskirts of Tavira and 8kms east of the town follow the signpost for the course to the right.
Quinta da Cima Golf Course
Monte Rei (2007) After you have been welcomed in the palatial clubhouse at this exclusive Jack Nicklaus signature course, a golfing treat awaits you. A profusion of water hazards, excellent bunkering both from a strategic and playability aspect, large tiered greens, limited development some distance from the broad rolling fairways , and a selection of tees to suit all golfing abilities – all this in a natural location with views of the Atlantic and Caldeirao Hills.
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Monte Rei Golf Course
Par: 72 Tees: White: 7224yds | Yellow: 6633yds Blue: 6250 | Red: 5330yds Tel: (00351) 281 950 960 www.monte-rei.com Directions: From A22 motorway take exit 16 for Tavira and at first roundabout take the road south to Tavira. At the next roundabout which is on the N125 turn left to drive east in the direction of Vila Real and Spain. Stay on the N125 as it goes around the outskirts of Tavira and about 11kms east of the town you will see a small building with a large sign for Monte Rei where you need to turn immediately left and follow signs for the course.
Castro Marim (2001)
Directions: From A22 motorway take exit 18 for Castro Marim and turn left on the IC27 in a northerly direction for Beja, back under the motorway. After 2kms take the second exit from IC27, signposted for N122/Monte Francisco/Junqueira, and at the roundabout take the first exit right and follow the road back over the IC27. At the next roundabout take second exit, for Castro Marim.
Quinta do Vale (2007) Designed by Severiano Ballesteros, this most easterly of the Algarve courses lies in a valley overlooking the River Guadiana and Spain. It could be described as a parkland course with surrounding heathland, and is much flatter than its next door neighbour Castro Marim. There are 11 holes where water comes into play and 12 doglegs, with many risk and reward options to suit all handicaps. Par: 72 Tees: White: 6827yds | Yellow: 6332yds Red: 5281yds Tel: (00351) 281 531 615 www.quintadovale.com
The three nines of this course sit on high ground overlooking the River Guadiana and Spain. Its undulating fairways wind through umbrella pines and over lakes, and play is often influenced by a stiff sea breeze. Par: Guadiana (2001) - Par 37 Tees: White: 3016yds | Yellow: 2815yds Red: 2597yds Par: Atlantic (2001) - Par 36 Tees: White: 2743yds | Yellow: 2590yds Red: 2418yds Par: Grouse (2008) - Par 36 Tees: White: 3300yds | Yellow: 3160yds Red: 2776yds Tel: (00351) 281 510 340 www.castromarimresort.com
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Quinta do Vale Golf Course
Directions: From A22 motorway take exit 18 for Castro Marim and turn left on the IC27 in a northerly direction for Beja, back under the motorway. After 2kms take the second exit from IC27, signposted for N122/M.te Francisco/ Junqueira, and at the roundabout take the second exit. Take the third exit right at the next roundabout and turn left towards the club after 250m.
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