3. Golf in Portugal
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COVER
For the past 40 years Portugal Travel News (PTN) has been developing a
silent work far from fait-divers and focusing on being an important tool to
promote Portugal as a destination. Portugal was still plunge into dictatorship
when the international edition emerged from Publituris newspaper, the first
English publication focused on our tourist destination. Tourism was still tak-
ing its first steps and the country was coming out of the dark period that last-
ed four decades. Golf was seen as an elite sport, an activity for the “rich”
always linked to major businessmen and a certain right-wing political vision.
Let’s not forget that left-wing parties were reinforced in the first post-revo-
lution years.
Today we cannot help but smile when we recall those times, they were almost
amusing events. For example, Sir Henry Cotton, the British golf hero, winner
of three editions of the British Open, arrived in the Algarve in the 60s with
the mission to design and follow up the construction of Penina, the first golf
course in our tourist destination. He also decided to settle here with his fam-
ily. He was unquestionably the major promoter of golf in the Algarve after
1967 through the movie and TV show “Wonderful World of Golf” and many
articles in golf magazines. Sir Henry not only motivated the tourists but also
important players. One of the delightful details of Sir Henry was his caddy,
Pacífico, a fine Algarve donkey.
Portugal and especially golf have many delightful stories. Currently our coun-
try is one of the most accomplished golf destinations in the world. These are
not my words but the conviction of the players. In this edition we have select-
ed some of the best greens so you can check them out for yourself.
Ruben Obadia - Director
Golf… with history
4 - 8 Turismo de Portugal
12 - 13 Portugal Masters
14 - 22 Algarve Courses
24 - 39 Lisbon Courses
40 - 44 North & Centre Courses
52 - 53 Azores Rustic Golf
54 - 58 Azores & Madeira Courses
52 - 5326 - 27
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Lisboa Golf Coast
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Rustic Golf
4. ast October an international golf
tournament gathered the best pro-
fessional golf players, thousands of
viewers and dozens of journalists
and national and foreign opinion
makers in one of the main interna-
tional tourist destinations. The event
was the third edition of Portugal
Masters. It took place in the Algarve,
which reinforced its status as an all
year-around golf destination par
excellence. The result was the projection of Portugal’s image for hun-
dreds of thousands of fans and potential tourists in several countries.
The attending golfers, prominent players in the European and
International Top, the nearly 40 thousand viewers that watched the
tournament onsite and over 650 hours of international TV broadcasts
provided by the event established Portugal as an undeniable destina-
tion of the international route for the sport. But all this also proved the
success of the strategy of the official entity for tourism. Turismo de
Portugal decided the tournament would take place for at least three
years, placed Portugal Masters as one of the largest events in the
touristic and sports calendar in Europe and provided the Algarve and
businessmen of the industry with yet another event, for them to previ-
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Golf
The key to the sustainability
of tourist destinations
Portugal as an undeniable
destination of the international
route for the sport
‘
Luis Patrão, president of Turismo de Portugal
5. ‘
Belas Clube de Campo
Turismo de Portugal has
been stimulating and
supporting structuring events
for this sport such as Estoril
Open de Portugal, Ladies
Open, Madeira Islands Open,
Portugal Nations Cup or the
venue Portugal Golf Show
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Quinta do Vale Golf Course, Algarve
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ously program the touristic options on offer.
However, in addition to guaranteeing its continuity it is also essential to
assure a structured level and approach to golf. Hence in addition to
Portugal Masters, Turismo de Portugal has been stimulating and sup-
porting other structuring events for this sport such as Estoril Open de
Portugal, Ladies Open, Madeira Islands Open, Portugal Nations Cup or
the venue Portugal Golf Show.
The official entity perceives golf as an anchor for development, it helps
in the struggle against seasonability in tourism, it sponsors a balanced
expansion of the country and promotes abroad the exceptional condi-
tions of the country to practice the sport simultaneously with the unique
quality of the touristic options and hotel offer. Moreover it is the engine
for regional and local economies that generates and expands business
opportunities for companies located in the areas influenced by the golf
resorts and golf courses, which thus extend the greens, create and main-
tain jobs, originate and share wealth.
Besides appealing to tourists with an elevated purchasing power and for
prolonged stays, golf bestows the destination with a perception of high-
quality, valuing the environment as well as the associated facilities and
services. Portugal also has unique conditions provided by the weather,
the land and the private investments carried out in recent years to attract
golfers in the so-called low season and hence increase the occupancy
rates in hotels and sustain the demand for support services.
However the major challenge for golf and the engaged agents – com-
mon to the tourism industry all over the world in the next few years – will
be to guarantee the sustainability of the activity. By preserving and avoid-
ing the excessive use of the natural resources, eliminating any potential
environmental threats, promoting the creation of qualified and stable
jobs throughout the year, finding new ways to create and share wealth
A golf villa at Parque da Floresta, Algarve
Golf is seen as an anchor for development, it helps
in the struggle against seasonability in tourism
‘
Oceânico O’Connor Jnr. Course, Algarve
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with the local and regional communities, guaranteeing profitability but
also taking even more responsibility as an employer and development
potentiating agent.
In this case, Portugal already has a new generation of golf facilities that
entailed the design of more efficient golf courses, the setting up and
conversion of the sprinkling systems that significantly reduce energy
consumption, the creation of structures with a better incorporation in the
landscape and the conservation of the surrounding fauna and flora, thus
increasing the development together with other products such as bird
watching activities in the same area of the golf course.
Turismo de Portugal is promoting the creation of a Product Club with the
purpose of contributing to that sustainability, which will allow not only for
the agents to share good practices in golf course management but also
to contribute to the creation of integrated products with a higher added
value and extended advertisement, leading to the increase of the num-
ber of golfers and a larger profitability of the investment.
Besides the investment made in the last three years (2007-2009)
included in “Plano de Golfe” (Plan for Golf), which allowed to support the
hosting of events and its international promotion, the Autoridade
Turística Nacional, the national tourism authority, is partner in business
with several tourist and hotel investments that comprise the construction
of golf facilities and is also taking part in the construction of the new
public golf course at Jamor, with the aim of making the access to golf
easier for all citizens. In this product, similarly to the remaining strategic
directions, Turismo de Portugal is not limited therefore to watching but
also making it happen.
San Lorenzo golf course
The national tourism
authority is partner in
business with several
tourist and hotel
investments that comprise
the construction of golf
facilities
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Aldeia dos Capuchos
New golf course just outside Lisbon
The practice course is
comprised of 10 tees where
golfers can improve and learn
the skills of the sport,
individually or in group classes
isbon Golf & Spa Coast Resort, the golf course
of the largest integrated resort in Lisbon,
Aldeia dos Capuchos, has recently inaugurated
the new driving range. The practice course is
comprised of 10 tees where golfers can
improve and learn the skills of the sport, indi-
vidually or in group classes.
The golf course at Aldeia dos Capuchos, located in Caparica, just 15
minutes away from Lisbon downtown, opened the new driving range
last November. With a putting green, the 9-hole golf course now has a
golf school for initiation, designed for all types of golfers. Here golf
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players can learn and improve their game at classes coordinated by pro-
fessional golf trainers.
Next to the driving range there’s an inviting area where golfers can enjoy
a drink and socialise.
The golf course is already approved to host official events; with 1402m
total length, this is considered an executive course, it can be played in
one round of 9 holes or in two, and cover up 2804m (7 PAR3 holes and
2 PAR4 holes). And it’s perfect to test the skills of the several types of
players.
Each hole has 2 tees (white and yellow) for men and 1 tee (red) for
ladies. Slight slopes, a large lake included in the game, well dimensioned
greens with minor rises, as well as bunkers strategically placed to pro-
vide a pleasant challenge compel golfers to switch their skills in a per-
manent test throughout the course.
According to António Carmona dos Santos, manager of the Golf Course
Aldeia dos Capuchos, “these executive 9-hole courses close to the cities
are great to promote golf since players can play one round in a short
period of time, even during lunch time, with no disturbance to the work-
ing hours”.
Golfers can also enjoy the Club House, an area with a beautiful land-
scape over the Atlantic Ocean, the mouth of Tagus River, the lake, and
Holes 1, 2 and 9 combined with the fine quality service.
“These executive 9-hole
courses are great to
promote golf since
players can play one
round in a short period
of time, even
during lunch time”
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Algarve
“We will promote golf
in new markets”
The opening of new air routes
through Ryanair starting
March 2010 will expand the
promotion of this product in
other markets such as the
Spanish, Italian and French
olf is still one of the touristic products of the
Algarve region with a special focus on the
British, Irish, German, Dutch and Scandinavian
markets.
How many golf courses does the Algarve
regiona currently have and how many are
under construction?
Presently, there are 35 golf courses in the Algarve. This year two new
courses were inaugurated from Oceânico Group, Amendoeira and
O'Connor, and among those still under construction I would like to
emphasize Almada de Ouro Resort in Azinhal, Castro Marim, an 18-hole
golf course foreseen for 2012, Corte Velho by Six Senses, also in
Azinhal and also an 18-hole course, for 2011/2012, and Terras
Verdelago Resort, in Altura, an 18-hole for the first trimester 2012.
There are other projects anticipated from east to west in the Algarve,
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Daniel Queirós, ececutive director Algarve Promotion Bureau
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and as soon as they get approved we will make them public.
How many rounds did the golf courses registered in the Algarve?
Up until October, around 900 thousand rounds.
How much does golf represent in the tourism revenue of the Algarve
region?
I don’t have the exact figures for the Algarve, but I can tell you that it’s
about 1,8 billion Euros in Portugal annually, it mobilizes about 300 thou-
sand players, that is, around 1,4 million rounds and 1,1 million overnight
stays.
What tournaments were hosted this year in the Algarve?
Throughout the year many tournaments are hosted by the golf courses,
however the highlight goes to Portugal Masters in Oceânico Victoria golf
course, in Vilamoura, hosted in October. It is considered one of the best
golf tournaments in Europe. ATA welcomes a European tournament in
several strategic issuing countries for the Algarve (UK, Ireland, Germany,
the Netherlands, Scandinavia) called Algarve Golf Trophy, the final is
hosted annually in the region. The entity also supports tournaments
organised by some international golf federations such as the Irish and
Danish.
The Algarve is still continuing to receive awards as a golf destination.
In addition to the two distinctions/prizes awarded by IAGTO in 2000 and
2006 for best golf destination in the world, the Algarve was recently
recognised in 2008 and 2009 in the category "Destination with best golf
courses in Europe" at the Golf Magazine Awards that took place in
Cologne, Germany. The prize was awarded by Golf Magazine.
How will the promotion of this touristic product be carried out by the
ATA in 2010? In which markets, and what is the budget for that
advertising?
ATA will continue the strategy set in the current arrangement model with
a special focus on the British, Irish, German, Dutch and Scandinavian
markets. The opening of new air routes by Ryanair will expand the adver-
tising of this product in other markets such as the Spanish, Italian and
French. The budget will be similar to that of 2009, that is, around 1 mil-
lion Euros.
When will an application be made to welcome the International Golf
Travel Market (IGMT)?
The 2010 edition is already confirmed for Valencia in Spain; therefore, we
are currently considering the possibility to make an application for the
Algarve to host the event in 2011 or 2012.
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Algarve
‘ Boavista Golf
Phone (+351) 282 000 111
Site www.boavistagolf.com
E-mail golf.reception@boavistagolf.com
How to go there From Faro Airport (Algarve), take the EN 125 towards Lagos, where
you will see signs for the Clube de Golfe Boavista on your left.
‘ Region
Location
Course
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Algarve
Lagos
António Castelo
Almerindo Sequeira
Joaquim Costa
18
71
White tees 5737m
Howard Swan
2002
Driving Range, Academy area, Health Club & SPA, Golf shop and Restaurant
‘ Parque da Floresta Golf
Phone +351 282 690 054
Site www.parquedafloresta.com ; www.vigia-resorts.com
E-mail golf@vigiasa.com
How to go there Follow EN125 towards Sagres. After Budens, turn fight at the traffic
lights before the Selena crossroads.
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Algarve
Vila do Bispo
Alan Hodson
Luís Barroso
Nelson Candeias
18
71
5712m
Pepe Gancedo
1987
Pro shop, driving range, Vigia Golf Academy, 3 putting greens, short
game practice area, changing rooms and lockers, club hire, shoe hire,
buggies
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Algarve
‘ Oceânico Faldo Course
‘ Region
Location
Director
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Central Algarve
Silves
Scott Christenson
18
72
6598m
Nick Faldo
2008
Clubhouse, pro-shop with extensive range of products, greenside bar & café,
spike bar and restaurant, banqueting room, luxurious changing rooms, putting-
green and driving-range.
Phone (+351) 289 310 333
Site www.oceanicogolf.com
E-mail bookings@oceanicogolf.com
How to get there The Resort is just 35 minutes´ drive from Faro Airport along the A22 motorway, 4 kilometres
inland from the beach resort of Armação de Pêra.
‘ Oceânico Pinhal Golf Course
‘ Region
Location
Name
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Central Algarve
Vilamoura
Oceânico Old Course
Eduardo de Sousa
Manuel Pardal, Francisco Pontes
18
72
6353m
Frank Pennink
1976
Clubhouse, pro-shop, valet service, restaurant, bar, bar on the course, putting
green and driving range with chipping area.
Phone (+351) 289 310 333
Site www.oceanicogolf.com
E-mail bookings@oceanicogolf.com
How to get there From the EN125, take the road for Vilamoura and turn left when you see the sign for the club.
‘ Oceânico O'Connor Golf Course
‘ Region
Location
Director
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Central Algarve
Silves
Scott Christenson
18
72
6708m
Christy O'Connor Jr.
2008
Clubhouse, pro-shop with extensive range of products, greenside bar & café,
spike bar and restaurant, banqueting room, luxurious changing rooms, putting-
green and driving-range.
Phone (+351) 289 310 333
Site www.oceanicogolf.com
E-mail bookings@oceanicogolf.com
How to get there The Resort is just 35 minutes´ drive from Faro Airport along the A22 motorway, 4 kilometres
inland from the beach resort of Armação de Pêra.
‘ Oceânico Old Course
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Central Algarve
Vilamoura
Maria de Jesus Beltrão
Joaquim Sequeira
José Maria Cristina
18
73
6254m
Frank Pennink
1969
Clubhouse, pro-shop, valet service, restaurant, bar, buggy bar in the course,
putting green and driving range.
Phone (+351) 289 310 333
Site www.oceanicogolf.com
E-mail bookings@oceanicogolf.com
How to get there From the EN125, take the road for Vilamoura and turn left when you see the sign for the club.
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Algarve
‘ Oceânico Laguna Golf
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Central Algarve
Vilamoura
Eduardo de Sousa
Abílio Coelho
Virgolino Santos
18
72
6121m
Joseph Lee
1990
Clubhouse, pro-shop, restaurant, bar, buggy bar in the course, putting green,
driving range with bunker and chipping area.
Phone (+351) 289 310 333
Site www.oceanicogolf.com
E-mail bookings@oceanicogolf.com
How to get there From the EN125, take the next two rights. You will see the signpost for the club on your right.
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‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Grass Type
Facilities
East Algarve - Castro Marim
Castro Marim
António Cavaco
David Holder (Head Pro ) and Markus Thim (Assistant Pro)
Luis Fialho
3x9 27 holes
36+36+35 two daily combinations of 18 holes 71 and 72
grouse/guadiana - 5574 m and guadiana/atlantic – 5265 m
Terry Murray
2001
Bermuda - Fairways - PA4 - Greens
Driving Range, Short game area, putting green, looker rooms, Gym, Sauna,
Bar, Restaurant, Acomodation on course
Phone +351 281 510 330
Site www.castromarimgolfe.com.
E-mail golfe@castromarimgolfe.com
How to get there Taking the IP1 from Vila Real de Santo António/Castro Marim, continue towards Beja-Mértola.
After two km, you will see signs for the course on your right.
‘ Oceânico Millenium Golf Course
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Central Algarve
Vilamoura
Eduardo de Sousa
Abílio Coelho
Armando Santos
18
72
6157m
Martin Hawtree
2000
Clubhouse, pro-shop, restaurant, bar, buggy bar in the course, putting green,
driving range with bunker and chipping area.
Phone (+351) 289 310 333
Site www.oceanicogolf.com
E-mail bookings@oceanicogolf.com
How to get there From the EN125, take the road to Vilamoura and take the next two rights. You will see the sign-
post for the club on your left.
‘ Oceânico Victoria Golf Club
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Central Algarve
Vilamoura
Romeu Gonçalves
José Dias
João Fernandes
18
72
6609m
Arnold Palmer
2004
Clubhouse, pro-shop, valet service, restaurant, bar, buggy bar in the course,
putting green, driving range with bunker and chipping area.
Phone +351 289 310 333
Site www.oceanicogolf.com
E-mail bookings@oceanicogolf.com
How to get there From the EN125, take the road for Vilamoura and turn left when you see the signpost for the club.
Castro Marim Golfe
and Country Club
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Algarve
‘ Quinta de Cima
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Algarve
Vila Nova de Cacela
José Manuel Ferreira
Terry Pinner
18
72
6586m
Paulo Dias
Rocky Roquemore
2002
Driving range (300 x 100 meters), Golf Academy, Putting Green; Reception and
Pro-shop, Hire of: Buggies, Pull trolleys, Electric Trolleys, Clubs and Golf Sets;
Locker Rooms and Snack Bar in the Clubhouse.
Phone (+351) 281 950 580
Site www.quintadariagolf.com
E-mail info@quintadaria.com
‘ Benamor Golf
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Central Algarve
Tavira
João Paulo Sousa
Keith Ashdown
18
71
5497m
Nuno Conceição
Sir Henry Cotton
2000
Driving Range, Putting Green, Putting Course, Chipping Area, Bar/Restaurant,
Pro Shop
Phone (+351) 281 320 880
Site www.benamorgolf.com
E-mail reservas@benamorgolf.com
How to get there Take the EN 125 from Faro towards Vila Real Santo António. 3 km after Tavira turn left, where you
see the sign for the course.
‘ Quinta da Ria
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Course Distance
Opening
Architect
Facilities
Algarve
Vila Nova de Cacela
José Manuel Ferreira
Terry Pinner
Paulo Dias
18
6053m
2002
Rocky Roquemore
Driving range (300 x 100 meters), Golf Academy, Putting Green; Reception and
Pro-shop, Hire of: Buggies, Pull trolleys, Electric Trolleys, Clubs and Golf Sets;
Locker Rooms and Snack Bar in the Clubhouse.
Phone (+351) 281 950 580
Site www.quintadariagolf.com
E-mail info@quintadaria.com
‘ Monte Rei Golf & Country Club
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Algarve
Vila Nova de Cacela
Iain McInally
Iain McInally ans David Shepherd
18
72
6567m
João Goulão
Jack Nicklaus
2007
Driving range, putting area, chipping area, golf academy, pro shop, restaurant,
club house.
Phone (+351) 281 950 960
Site www.monterei.com/golf
Email golf@monterei.com
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Algarve
‘ Quinta do Vale Golf Resort
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Algarve
Castro Marim
José Olea
Jose Olea
18
72
6511mts
Luis Carrilho
Severiano Ballesteros
2008
Restaurant, Bar, Locker Rooms, Buggys, Trolleys, Academy, Practice Area, 9
holes Pitch&Putt, Pro Shop, Golf Club.
Phone +351 281 531 615
Site www.quintadovale.com
E-mail golf@quintadovale.com
‘ Vale do Milho Golf
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Grass Type
Facilities
Central Algarve
Lagoa
Mark Stilwell
Anthony Verbunt
9
27
919m
Fernando Luz
Dave Thomas
1990
Greens: Penn Eagle; Fairways: Paspalum
Mini Training Course, Putting Green, Chipping practice area, Practice Bunker, Golf
Shop, Snooker, Restaurant and Bar, with terraces and Internet Access.
Phone (+351) 282 358 953
Site www.valedomilhogolf.com
E-mail reservas@valedomilhogolf.com
How to get there Take the EN125 to Lagoa and turn south towards Carvoeiro at the roundabout.
From Poço Partido or Carvoeiro, just follow the signs to Vale do Milho Golf.
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Algarve
Algarve golf courses
Palmares Golf
Phone - +351 282 790 500
Site - www.palmaresgolf.com
E-mail - golf@palmaresgolf.com
Sir Henry Cotton Penina Championship Golf Course
Phone - +351 282 420 223/4
Site - www.lemeridien.com/penina
E-mail- golf.penina@starwoodhotels.com
Penina Academy Golf Course
Phone - +351 282 420 223/4
Site - www.lemeridien.com/penina
E-mail - golf.penina@starwoodhotels.com
Pestana Alto Golf
Phone - +351 289 460 870
Site - www.pestanagolf.com
E-mail - info@pestanagolf.com
CS Morgado Golf
Phone - +351 282 402 150
Site - www.cshoteis.com
E-mail - bookings@golfedomorgado.com
CS Álamos Golf
Phone - +351 282 402 150
Site - www.cshoteis.com
E-mail- bookings@golfedomorgado.com
Pestana Gramacho
Phone - +351 282 340 900
Site- www.pestanagolf.com
E-mail - info@pestanagolf.com
Pestana Vale da Pinta
Phone - +351 282 340 900
Site - www.pestanagolf.com
E-mail - info@pestanagolf.com
Central Algarve
Pestana Silves Golf
Phone - +351 282 440 130
Site - www.pestanagolf.com
E-mail - info@pestanagolf.com
Oceânico Academy
Phone - +351 289 310 333
Site - www.oceanicogolf.com
E-mail- bookings@oceanicogolf.com
Herdade dos Salgados
Phone - +351 289 583 030
Site - www.herdadedossalgados.com
E-mail - geral@salgadosgolf.com
Pine Cliffs
Phone - +351 289 500 100
Site - www.luxurycollection.com/golfalgarve
E-mail - golf.algarve@starwoodhotels.com
Vila Sol Golf
Phone - +351 289 300 505
Site - www.vilasol.pt
E-mail- golfreservation@vilasol.pt
Royal Golf Course
Phone - +351 289 353 464
Site - www.valedolobo.com
E-mail - golf@vdl.pt
Ocean Golf Course
Phone - +351 289 353 464
Site - www.valedolobo.com
Email - golf@vdl.pt
Quinta do Lago Norte
Phone - (+351) 289 390 700
Site - www.quintadolagogolf.com
E-mail - geral@quintadolagogolf.com
Quinta do Lago Sul
Phone - (+351) 289 390 705
Site - www.quintadolagogolf.com
E-mail - geral@quintadolagogolf.com
Pinheiros Altos Golf Course
Phone - +351 289 359 910
Site - www.pinheirosaltos.pt
E-mail - golf@pinheirosaltos.pt
San Lorenzo Golf Course
Phone - +351 289 396 552
Site - www.lemeridien.com/donafilipa
E-mail - san.lorenzo@starwoodhotels.com
Colina Verde Aparthotel & Golfe
Phone - +351 289 790 110
Site - www.golfcolinaverde.com
E-mail - reservations@golfcolinaverde.com
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LAGOS
Tivoli Lagos****
R. António Crisógono dos Santos,
8600-876 Lagos
Tel. (+351) 282 790 079
Web - www.tivolilagos.com
Hotel Belavista da Luz*****
Praia da Luz - Vila da Luz,
8600-147 Lagos
Tel. (+351) 282 788 655
Web - www.hotelbelavista.com
Vila Galé Lagos****
Lagos
8600 Lagos
Tel. (+351) 217 907 610
Web - www.vilagale.pt
Le Meridien Penina Golf & Resort *****
PO Box 146,
8501-952 Alvor
Tel. (+351) 282 420 200
Web - www.starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien
Hotel Algarve Casino*****
Avenida Tomás Cabreira - Praia da Rocha,
8500-802 Portimão
Tel. (+351) 282 420 000
Web - www.solverde.pt
PORTIMÃO
Tivoli Arade****
Rua Marinha,
8500 Portimão
Tel. (+351) 282 460 201
Web - www.tivoliarade.com
Hotel Júpiter****
Avenida Tomás Cabreira - Praia da Rocha,
8500-802 Portimão
Tel. (+351) 282 415 041
E-mail - hoteljupiter@mail.telepac.pt
Estrela do Vau
Alto do Vau - Sítio das Delgadas,
8500-308 Portimão
Tel. (+351) 282 401 160
Web - www.turimhoteis.com
Victor Plaza***
Quatro Estradas,
8500 Portimão
Tel. (+351) 282 470 200
E-mail - rochalgarve@mail.telepac.pt
ALVOR
Pestana Delfim****
Praia dos Três Irmãos,
8501-904 Alvor
Tel: (+351) 282 400 800
Web - www.pestana.com
Iberotel Alvor****
Sítio da Dourada
8500-053 Alvor
Tel. (+351) 282 400 525
Web - www.iberotel.pt
Tivoli Almansor****
Apartado 1299 Vale do Covo - Praia do
Carvoeiro
8401-911 Carvoeiro LGA
Tel. (+351) 282 351 100
E-mail - htalmansor@tivolihotels.com
Hotel Carvoeiro Sol****
Largo Praia do Carvoeiro,
8400-560 Carvoeiro
Tel. - (+351) 282 357 211
Web - www.carvoeirosol.com
Pestana Palm Gardens****
Vale de Centeanes - Praia do Carvoeiro,
8400-525 Lagoa
Tel.(+351) 282 350 200
Web - www.pestana.com
Hotel Cristal****
Vale de Centeanes - Praia do Carvoeiro,
8400-525 Lagoa
Tel. (+351) 282 358 648
Web - www.cristalalgarve.com
Grande Real Santa Eulália Resort & Hotel
Spa*****
Praia de Santa Eulália, PO Box 2445,
8200-916 Albufeira
Tel. (+351) 289 598 000
Web - www.grandereal .com
Hotel Vila Galé Serro Alagoa*****
Rua do Município, Lote 26,
8200-916 Albufeira
Tel. (+351) 289 583 100
Web - www.vilagale.pt
Sheraton Algarve at Pine Cliffs Resort*****
Praia da Falésia 644,
8200-909 Albufeira
Tel. (+351) 289 500 100
Web - www.sheraton-algarve.com
Hotel Vila Galé Praia****
Praia da Galé, Lote 33 - Apartado 2204,
8201-917 Albufeira
Tel. (+351) 289 590 180
Web - www.vilagale.pt
VILAMOURA
Vilamoura Beach Hotel*****
Rua do Oceano Atlântico,
8125-478 Vilamoura
Tel. (+351) 289 381 600
Web - www.vilamourabeach.pt
Tivoli Marina Vilamoura*****
Marina de Vilamoura,
8125-901 Vilamoura
Tel. (+351) 289 303 303
Web - www.tivolimarinotel.com
Dom Pedro Golf & Resort
Rua Atlântico
8125 - 478 Vilamoura
Tel. (+351) 289 300 700
Dom Pedro Marina****
Rua Tivoli, Lote H 4,
8125-901 Vilamoura
Tel. (+351) 289 381 000
Web - www.dompedro.com
Vila Sol Algarve, a Renaissance Spa & Golf
Resort*****
Morgadinhos,
8125-307 Vilamoura
Tel. (+351) 289 320 320
Web - www.vilasol.pt
Vila Galé Marina****
Avenida da Marina,
8125-401 Vilamoura
Tel. (+351) 217 907 610
Web - www.vilagale.pt
ALMANCIL
Dona Filipa & San Lorenzo Golf Resort*****
PO Box 1 - Vale do Lobo, Almancil,
8135-901 Almancil
Tel. (+351) 289 357 200
Web - www.starwoodhotels.com/lemeridien
Vale do Lobo de Luxe Resort*****
Vale do Lobo,
8135-864 Almancil
Tel. (+351) 289 353 000
Web - www.valedolobo.com
Hotel Quinta do Lago*****
Quinta do Lago,
8135-024 Almancil
Tel. (+351) 289 350 350
Web - www.quintadolago.com
Ria Park Hotel & Spa****
Vale do Garrão, PO Box 3410,
8135-951 Almancil
Tel. (+351) 289 359 800
Web - www.riaparkhotels.com
Hotel Pinus Ria***
Val Verde - Quinta do Lago,
8135-037 Almancil
Tel. (+351) 289 359 160
Web - www.hotelpinusria.com
Formosa Park Hotel****
Praia do Ancão,
8135-172 Almancil
Tel. (+351) 289 352 800
Web - www.formosapark-hotel.com
FARO
Hotel Faro****
Praça D. Francisco Gomes, 2,
8000-168 Faro
Tel. (+351) 289 830 830
Web - www.hotelfaro.pt
Colina Verde Aparthotel & Golf****
Sítio da Maragota - Moncarapacho,
8700-078 Moncarapacho
Tel. (+351) 289 790 110
Web - www.golfcolinaverde.com
PORCHES
Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa****
Alporcinhos
8400 - 450 Porches
Tel. (+351) 282 310 100
Web - www.vilavitaparc.com
Pestana Viking****
Praia Senhora da Rocha - Lagoa
8400 - 450 Porches
Tel. (+351) 282 320 500
www.pestana.com
TAVIRA
Hotel Porta Nova****
Rua António Pinheiro,
8800-323 Tavira
Tel. (+351) 281 329 700
Web - wwwhotelportanova.com
Vila Galé Tavira****
Rua 4 de Outubro,
8800-362 Tavira
Tel. (+351) 281 329 900
Web - www.vilagale.pt
Vila Galé Albacora****
Quatro Águas,
8800-901 Tavira
Tel. (+351) 281 380 800
Web - www.vilagale.pt
MONTE GORDO
Hotel Casablanca Inn****
Praceta Casablanca,
8900-426 Monte Gordo
Tel. (+351) 281 511 444
Web - www.casablancainn.com
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Lisbon
Lisboa Golf Coast
The Lisboa Golf Coast brand is responsible for the promotion
of over two dozen golf courses in Lisbon area
“Let us start to pay
more attention to the
Scottish market”
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Lisbon
Which golf courses are promoted by Lisboa Golf Coast?
We are currently promoting all golf courses in Lisboa area. But of course we
are actively promoting those associated with Lisbon’s tourism association,
Lisbon Golf Coast, namely, Ribagolfe I & II, Santo Estévão, Tróia, Quinta do
Peru, Aroeira I, Montado, Campo Real, Bom Sucesso, Golden Eagle, Praia d’El
Rey, Estoril, Oitavos Dunes, Quinta da Beloura and Belas.
How many rounds have been performed in those golf courses?
According to the data available, 388 thousand rounds were played.
How much does golf represent in Lisbon’s tourism revenue?
Golf represents about 6% of direct revenues for Lisbon. A golfer spends on
average about 205 Euros a day, and that is why golf players are such good
customers.
What tournaments were hosted this year in Lisbon?
There were many tournaments, but the most important are always those relat-
ed to the European Tour such as the Portugal Open at Oitavos golf course
and the Ladies Tour at Golden Eagle golf course. Apart from these major
international events other smaller ones were hosted for national and interna-
tional amateur players.
Were there any noteworthy distinction in magazines?
Lisboa Golf Coast is one of the few destinations that has 3 golf courses on
the "Top 100 Continental Europe" of the English magazine Golf World.
How will Lisboa Golf Coast promote this touristic product abroad in 2010,
and in which markets will the advertising take place? What is the budget for
that support?
The promotion will be carried out as in previous years with some
changes/adaptations to the increasingly competitive market. We will probably
start to pay more attention to the Scottish market. From March 4th onwards
we will have direct low cost flights between Edinburgh and Lisbon three times
a week, through EasyJet. Until now there were no direct flights between
these two cities, and without direct flights it is difficult to attract golfers.
We will be promoting Lisboa Golf Coast in the UK, Ireland, the Netherlands,
Belgium, Germany, Denmark, Sweden, Finland and Norway. We will spend
600 thousand Euros in advertising Lisboa Golf Coast in 2010.
“Golf represents about
6% of direct revenues
for Lisbon”
‘
Benjamin Oosterveer, Golf Product Manager
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Lisbon
‘ Golf do Estoril
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Lisbon
Estoril
Francisco Pinheiro
Daniel Grimm, Carlos Aleixo, Henrique Paulino, Joaquim Rodrigues, Gordon Young
18+9
69
18 holes: 5313m / 9 holes 2371m
Francisco Pinheiro
Jean Gassiat (1929) + Mackenzie Ross (1936)
1929 + 1936
Training Course, Professional Instructors, Putting Green, Chipping Area,
Trolleys and Caddies, Clubhouse with Bar and Restaurant Service.
Phone (+351) 214 680 176
Site www.clubegolfeestoril.com
Email reservas@golfestoril.com
How to get there Take the A5 from Lisbon and then the access road for Sintra/Estoril and turn right into the EN9
towards Sintra. The course is 200 metres ahead on your.
‘ Ribagolfe I/II
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Lisbon
Samora Correia
José Maria Cazal-Ribeiro
João Pedro Sousa
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72
Ribagolfe I – 6707m / Ribagolfe II - 6214m
Martijn Huinink
Ribagolfe I – Peter Townsend / Ribagolfe II – Michael King
Ribagolfe I – 2004 / Ribagolfe II – 2004
Pro-Shop, Putting Green, Practice Bunkers, Driving Range, Chipping Green,
Electric Buggies, Manual Trolleys, Electric Trolleys, Changing Rooms, Renting
Lockers, Towels, Parking and Restaurant
Phone (+351) 263 930 040
Site www.ribagolfe.com
E-mail geral@ribagolfe.pt
How to get there After Vasco da Gama bridge, turn on your right hand side to IC3 direction Porto Alto and follow
this road. 10,8 km after the bridge exit, turn on yor right hand side to N 119 direction Coruche.
500 meters before the Infantado roundabout is the main gate of Ribagolfe (km 23)
Phone (+351) 212 979 110
Site www.aroeira.com
Email golf.reservas@aroeira.com
How to get there From Lisbon, take the 25 de Abril bridge and turn right for Costa da Caparica
and turn left at the second set of trafic lights. From there, follow the “Golfe”
signposts.
‘ Aroeira I & II
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Lisbon
Charneca de Caparica
Carlos Fonseca and Francisco Pinto Leite
Joaquim Moura
18
72
Aroeira I – 6090m
Aroeira II – 6377 mts
Aroeira I - João Cabral
Aroeira II – João Cabral
Aroeira I – Frank Pennink
Aroeira II – Donald Steel
Aroeira I – 1973
Aroeira II – 2000
Restaurant, Golf shop, School, Buggies and Trolleys.
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Lisbon
‘ Montado Golf Course
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Lisbon
Palmela
Marco Andrade
João Pedro Carvalhosa
18
72
6224m
Carlos Vieira
Duarte Sottomayor / Jorge Santana da Silva (Remoldated Course Architect in 2006)
1996
Aparthotel in 2008, bar, Restaurant, Spa, Driving Range, Putting Green, Chipp
& pitch area and Pro shop.
Phone (+351) 265 708 150
Site www.golfdomontado.com
Email geral@golfdomontado.com.pt
How to get there From Lisbon, take the southbound motorway and exit at Setúbal. When you reach the traffic
lights, turn left towards the Alentejo /Algarve. At Pontes, there are signposts for the course on the
left of the road. Follow these indications.
‘ Aldeia dos Capuchos Golf Course
‘ Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Filipa Filiol de Raimond
Manuel Brito
9
29
1402 /1184/ 1053
Área Golf
Jorge Santana da Silva
2008
Driving range, putting green, golf classes, Pro Shop, buggies, trolleys, bags
and clubs rental, 4-star hotel, restaurant and spa.
Phone (+351) 212 909 000
Site www.aldeiadoscapuchos.com
Email: golf@aldeiadoscapuchos.com
Address Largo Aldeia dos Capuchos, 2825-017 Caparica
‘ CampoReal
‘ Region
Location
Secretário de golf
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Green Fee
Grass Type
Facilities
Phone (+351) 261 960 899
Fax (+351) 261 960 894
Site www.camporeal.pt
Email golf@camporeal.pt
How to get there 30km from Lisbon, after the Sul exit for Torres Vedras, take the A8.
Oeste
Turcifal - Torres Vedras
Rui Rodrigues
Jonas Jakobsson
18
72
6009 m
Vera Quintas Rebelo
Donald Steel
2005
55€
Greens: *Agrostis stolonifera*, variedade L-93; Tees, Fairways e Roughs: 30%
*Lolium perenne* (Perennial Ryegrass); 20% *Poa pratensis* (Kentuchy
Bluegrass); 40% *Festuca rubra rubra* (Red Fescue); 10% *Agrostis castel-
lana* (Highland Bent).
ClubHouse, Golf Shop
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Lisbon
‘ Bom Sucesso Golf Course
‘ Region
Location
Director
Profissional
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Lisboa
Óbidos
Francisco Pinto Leite
Vasco Espírito Santo
18
72
6234m
Duarte Beltrão
Donald Steel
2008
Driving range, Putting green, Chipping area, Clubhouse, Restaurant and Bar,
Store, Lock Rooms, Buggies, Electric Trolleys and Trolleys rent
Phone (+351) 262 968 562
Site www.bomsucesso.net
Email golf@bomsucesso.net
How to get there Take Segunda Circular in direction to A8 Oeste. Head Towards A8 Leiria during 65 km. Take Exit
13 to A-Da-Gorda. Head towards Amoreira (follow the Bom Sucesso red signs) during 3 km. At
Amoreira, turn right in direction to Vau/Bom Sucesso.
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Lisbon
‘ Penha Longa Atlântico
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Green Fee
Price of classes
Facilities
Lisbon
Sintra
Jason King
Robert Judd and António Dantas
18
72
5955 m
Joaquim Marmelo
Robert Trent Jones Jr.
1992
€90,00 / € 120,00
HOUR – € 58,00
restaurant; driving range; chipping green; putting green; pro-shop; buggy bar;
halfway bar.
Phone (+351) 219 249 031
Site www.penhalonga.com
Email reservas.golf@penhalonga.com
How to get there Take the EN9 towards Estoril-Sintra and turn left towards Lagoa Azul. The course is on your left.
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Lisbon
‘ Golden Eagle
‘ Phone (+351) 243 940 040
Site www.goldeneagle.pt
E-mail golf@goldeneagle.pt
How to get there Drive out of Lisbon on the A1 motorway towards Porto, exit at junction 5 - Aveiras. Drive along the
IC2 and follow the golf course directions signs.
‘ Vimeiro Golf
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
Lisbon
Vimeiro
Pedro Ascenso
Pedro Ascenso
2x9
68
4814 m
Rui Neiva Correia
Frank Pennick
1963
Driving Range, Academy, Clubhouse, Restaurant, Bar and Shop.
Phone (+351) 261 980 800
Site www.golfvimeiro.com
E-mail golfvimeiro@eav.pt
How to get there From Lisbon, take the A8 to exit no. 9 (Vimeiro) and continue towards Vimeiro. Then continue on
to the Porto Novo beach, exiting at the signpost for “Marinha Grande / Lisbon A8”. Take the A8 to
exit no. 9 (Vimeiro) and the rest of the journey is the same.
Region
Location
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Grass Type
Facilities
Lisbon
Rio Maior
David Ashington
18
72
6623m
James Cassidy
Rocky Roquemore
1994
Greens and Tees - Bent Grass (Penn Cross)
Fairways – Bent Grass (Penn Eagle)
Driving range, Putting Green, Golf Academy, Pro-Shop, Clubhouse, Restaurant and Bar
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advertising
Bom Sucesso
Golf Resort
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advertising
famous golf architect once said “ To create a
great golf course requires a great piece of
land.” Bom Sucesso fulfils this statement to
the highest degree. The Resort sits in a val-
ley with views to mountains in the West, the
sea in the East and forested slopes to the
North and South. The golf course features a
first nine holes in the valley plain, whilst the second nine holes
meanders through more undulating land. The Architect, Donald
A
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Steel, has made superb use of the terrain, providing a challenging
test of golf and also a sectacular ‘Nature Walk.’ Bom Sucesso has an
environmental, green theme which the golf course upholds in every
way. The Eucalyptus trees removed during construction have been
replaced by a mixture of Olive and Pine trees, while the fairways,
rough and tees have been carpeted with a mixture of Bent, Fescue
and Rye grasses which give a perfect green surface to play from, all
year round. The large, undulating greens are sown with Penn A4
bent grass, which offer a fast, true surface to putt on, their con-
struction features the USGA specification, which makes them hold
well struck shots and allows for pitch and run strokes as well. They
also have the benefit of immediate drainage, so that play is always
possible in any weather. As well as the natural heath land ground
cover, hazards include several large lakes and beautifully maintained
sand traps, filled with white sand.
To prepare for your game, the practice facilities are first class and
again offer sublime views. The Range features three grass tees, from
which balls can be hit down to the base of a valley or across it to a
plateau at the same height as the tees, six greens provide targets at
varying distances. The pitching green hás a large sand trap and then
a variety of places to play from fairway or rough grass, with the
options to play lob, pitch or pitch and run shots. Two putting greens
allow players to practice this skill or just simply to learn the green
speed, which is kept bewteen 9 and 10.5 on the stimpmeter.
The permanent Clubhouse is currently under construction in it’s
location next to the site of the Hilton Hotel, due to open in 2012. In
the meantime, a temporary clubhouse provides excellent service of
food & beverage, locker rooms and storage for the buggies, trolleys
and rental clubs. At check-in, there is a small shop which can supply
golfing requisites and logoed golf clothing.
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The course has a par of 72, with the classic mixture of four par 5’s,
four par 3’s and 10 par 4’s. Each hole has four tees, the
Championship, Players, Signature and Elegance, which offer a range
of distances from 6,400 metres/7,040 yards down to 4,842
metres/5,326 yards, so anyone can enjoy a game to suit their ability.
The location is blessed with an idyllic climate for golf, with soft gen-
tle breezes cooling the player in summer time and the valley setting
helping to hold heat and afford protection from the cooler north wind
in the winter.
The Stuart Woodman Golf Academy provides the highest level of
coaching, with Stuart holding the dual qualifications of Advanced
Fellow and Honorary Memberof the PGA and the Resident Professional
Filipe Gonçalves being a fully qualified PGA of Portugal Member.
Visiting professionals are welome to bring their own groups to play and
learn here by prior arrangement with the Golf Operations Manager.
For those wishing to stay on site, the choice of accommodation is of
5 star quality, featuring T1, T2 and T3 units which are the reason for
the fame of Bom Sucesso. Each street has beendesigned by a dif-
ferent, internationallty known architect, 23 in total. The Browns
Restaurant provides breakfast, lunch and dinner service, while the
Commercial Centre offers several choices for relaxing food and drink,
aswell as the typical facilities of a world class resort, including a
super-market.
Golf is not the only sport available, other facilities include tennis, pad-
dle tennis, football, cycling, a childrens’ play park and the nearby sea
where our own Rio Cortiço Restaurant provides fresh sea food in a
relaxed atmosphere.
At any time of the year and whether a group or an individual, Bom
Sucesso provides the idyllic stay in unspoiled surroundings.
S. Woodman
38. Lisbon golf courses
Belas Clube de Campo
Phone - +351 219 626 640
Site - www.belasgolf.com
golfe@planbelas.pt
Belavista Golf
Phone - +351 218 310 860
Site - www.golfebelavista.com
florbela.goncalves@golfebelavista.com
Botado Golf Club
Phone - +351 262 757 700
Site - www.atlanticogolfehotel.com
atlanticogolfehotel@atlanticogolfehotel.com
Lisbon Sports Club
Phone - +351 214 310 077
Site - www.lisbonclub.com
geral@lisbonclub.com
Oitavos Dunes
Phone - +351 214 860 600Site -
www.oitavosdunes.ptE-mail -
info@oitavosdunes.pt
Paço do Lumiar
Phone - +351 217 591 719
Site - www.golfepacodolumiar.pt
golf@golfepacodolumiar.pt
Praia D'El Rey Golf
Phone - +351 262 905 005
Site - www.praia-del-rey.com
golf@praia-del-rey.com
Pestana Beloura Golf
Phone - +351 219 106 350
Site - www.pestanagolf.com
beloura.golfe@pestana.com
Quinta da Marinha
Phone - +351 214 860 180Site -
www.quintadamarinha.comE-mail -
golf@quintadamarinha.com
Quinta do Perú Golf & Country Club
Phone - +351 212 134 320
Site - www.golfquintadoperu.com
play@golfquintadoperu.com
Santo Estevão Golf
Phone - +351 263 949 492
Site - www.vnsantoestevao.com
santoestevaogolfe@mail.telepac.pt
Tróia Golf Championship Course
Phone - +351 265 494 024Site -
www.troiagolf.com
troiagolf@sonae.pt
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‘
Lisbon City
Corinthia Lisboa Hotel*****
Tel. - (+351) 217 236 363
www.corinthiahotels.com
Dom Pedro Palace*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 896 600
www.dompedro.com
Eurostars das Letras*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 573 094
www.eurostarsdasletras.com
Four Seasons Hotel The Ritz Lisboa*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 811 400
www.fourseasons.com/lisbon
Hotel Altis*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 106 000
www.altishotels.com
Hotel Avenida Palace*****
Tel. - (+351) 21 321 8100
www.hotel-avenida-palace.pt
Hotel Bairro Alto*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 408 288
www.bairroaltohotel.com
Hotel Lapa Palace*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 949 494
www.lapa-palace.com
Hotel Real Palácio*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 199 500
www.hoteisreal.com
Tiara Park Atlantic Lisboa*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 818 700
www.lemeridien-lisbon.com
Pestana Palace*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 615 600
www.pestana.com
Sheraton Lisboa Hotel & Spa*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 120 000
www.sheraton.com/lisboa
Vip Grand Lisboa Hotel & Spa*****
Tel. - (+351) 210 435 000
www.viphotels.com
Tivoli Lisboa*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 198 900
www.tivolihotels.com
Altis Park Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 218 434 200
www.altishotels.com
Belver Príncipe Real****
Tel. - (+351) 213 407 350
www.hotelprincipereal.com
Heritage Av Liberdade Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 213 404 040
www.heritage.pt
Holiday Inn Lisboa****
Tel. - (+351) 210 044 000
www.holiday-inn.com/lisbonprt
Holiday Inn Lisbon Continental****
Tel. - (+351) 210 046 000
www.holiday-inn.com/lisbon-contine
Hotel AC Lisboa****
Tel. - (+351) 210 050 930
www.ac-hotels.com
Hotel Açores Lisboa****
Tel. - (+351) 217 222 920
www.bensaude.pt
Hotel Aviz****
Tel. - (+351) 210 402 000
www.hotelaviz.com
Hotel Britania****
Tel. - (+351) 213 155 016
www.heritage.pt
Hotel Dom Manuel I****
Tel. - (+351) 213 593 000
www.hoteldmanuel.com
Hotel Fénix Lisboa****
Tel. - (+351) 213 862 121
www.hoteisfenix.com
Hotel Lisboa****
Tel. - (+351) 213 500 000
www.hotelisboa.com.pt
Hotel Florida****
Tel. - (+351) 213 576 145
www.hotel-florida.pt
Hotel Lisboa Plaza****
Tel. - (+351) 213 218 218
www.heritage.pt
Hotel Lisboa Regency Chiado****
Tel. - (+351) 213 256 100
www.regency-hotels-resorts.com
Hotel Lutécia****
Tel. - (+351) 218 411 300
www.luteciahotel.com
Hotel Marquês de Pombal****
Tel. - (+351) 213 197 900
www.hotel-marquesdepombal.pt
Hotel Mercure Lisboa****
Tel. - (+351) 217 208 000
www.mercure.com
Hotel Mundial****
Tel. - (+351) 218 842 000
www.hotel-mundial.pt
Hotel Olissippo Castelo****
Tel. - (+351) 218 820 190
www.olissipohotels.com
Hotel Olissipo Oriente****
Tel. - (+351) 218 929 100
www.olissipohotels.com
Hotel Tryp Oriente****
Tel. -(+351) 218 930 000
www.tryporiente.solmelia.com
Hotel Real Parque****
Tel. - (+351) 213 199 000
www.hoteisreal.com
Hotel Sofitel Lisboa****
Tel. - (+351) 213 228 300
www.sofitel.com
Hotel Vila Galé Ópera****
Tel. - (+351) 213 605 400
www.vilagale.pt
Hotel Villa Rica****
Tel. - (+351) 210 043 000
www.hotelvillarica.com
Hotel Vip Executive Art's****
Tel. - (+351) 210 020 400
www.viphotels.com
Hotel Vip Executive Barcelona****
Tel. - (+351) 217 954 273
www.viphotels.com
Hotel Vip Executive Diplomático****
Tel. - (+351) 213 839 020
www.viphotels.com
Hotel Vip Executive Madrid****
Tel. - (+351) 213 191 760
www.viphotels.com
Hotel Zenit Lisboa****
Tel. - (+351) 213 102 200
www.zenithoteles.com
Lisbon Marriott Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 217 235 400
www.marriott.com/lispt
Novotel****
Tel. - (+351) 217 244 800
www.novotel.com
NH Campo Grande****
Tel. - (+351) 217 917 600
www.nh-hotels.com
NH Liberdade****
Tel. - (+351) 213 514 060
www.nh-hotels.com
Radisson SAS Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 210 045 000
www.grupo-continental.com
Sana Lisboa Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 210 064 300
www.sanahotels.com
Sana Malhoa Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 210 061 800
www.sanahotels.com
Sana Metropolitan Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 217 982 500
www.sanahotels.com
Tivoli Jardim****
Tel. - (+351) 213 591 000
www.tivolihotels.com
Tivoli Oriente****
Tel. - (+351) 218 915 100
www.tivolihotels.com
Turim Europa Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 210 330 800
www.turimhotels.com
Turim Lisboa Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 213 139 410
www.turimhotels.com
Jerónimos 8 Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 213 600 900
www.jeronimos8.com
Fontana Park Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 213 576 212
www.fontanaparkhotel.com
Hotel Vincci Baixa****
(+351) 218 803 190
www.vinccihoteles.com
Estoril & Sintra
Grande Real Villa Itália Hotel & Spa*****
Tel. - (+351) 213 199 500
www.hoteisreal.com
Farol Design Hotel
Te.- (+351) 214 823 490
www.farol.com.pt
Hotel Albatroz*****
Tel. - (+351) 214 847 380
www.albatrozhotels.com
Hotel Cascais Miragem*****
Tel. - (+351) 210 060 600
www.cascaismirage.com
Hotel Fortaleza do Guincho*****
Tel. - (+351) 214 870 491
www.guinchotel.pt
Palácio Estoril Hotel & Golf*****
Tel. - (+351) 214 648 000
www.palacioestorilhotel.com
Penha Longa Hotel & Golf Resort*****
Tel. - (+351) 219 249 011
www.penhalonga.com
Tivoli Palácio de Seteais*****
Tel. - (+351) 219 233 200
www.tivolihotels.com
Hotel Quinta da Marinha Resort****
Tel. - (+351) 214 860 100
www.quintadamarinha.com
Hotel Atlantis Sintra Estoril****
Tel. - (+351) 214 690 721
www.graopara.pt
Riviera Hotel Carcavelos****
Tel. - (+351) 214 586 600
www.rivierahotel.pt
Hotel Praia Mar****
Tel. - (+351) 214 585 100
www.almeidahotels.com
Hotel Vila Galé Ericeira****
Tel. - (+351) 261 869 900
www.vilagale.pt
Hotel Atlântico****
Tel. - (+351) 214 680 270
www.hotelatlanticoestoril.com
Hotel Inglaterra****
Tel. - (+351) 214 684 461
www.hotelinglaterra.com.pt
Hotel Vila Galé Estoril****
Tel. - (+351) 214 648 400
www.vilagale.pt
Amazónia Jamor Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 214 175 638
www.amazoniahoteis.com
Lagoas Park Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 211 109 700
www.tdhotels.pt
Hotel Real Oeiras****
Tel. - (+351) 214 469 900
www.hoteisreal.com
Pestana Sintra Golf****
Tel. - (+351) 214 825 900
www.pestana.com
Tivoli Sintra****
Tel. - (+351) 219 237 200
www.tivolihotels.com
Oeste
Hotel Westin CampoReal SPA & Golf*****
Tel.- (+351) 261 960 900
www.camporeal.pt
Praia D'El Rey Marriott Golf & Beach
Resort*****
Tel. - (+351) 262 905 100
www.marriottpraiadelrey.com
Hotel Real D´Óbidos****
Tel. - (+351) 262 955 090
www.hotelrealdobidos.com
Atlântico Golfe Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 262 757 700
www.atlanticogolfehotel.com
Leiria / Fátima
Hotel Miramar ****
Tel. - (+351) 262 550 000
www.hotelmiramar.pt
Hotel de Fátima ****
Tel. - (+351) 249 533 351
www.hotelfatima.com
Templários
Hotel dos Templários****
Tel. - (+351) 249 310 100
www.hoteldostemplarios.com
Ribatejo
Estalagem Vale do Manso
Tel.- (+351) 241 840 000
www.estalagemvalemanso.com
Hotel Lusitano - Golegã****
Tel. - (+351) 249 979 170
www.hotellusitano.com
Santarém Hotel****
Tel. - (+351) 243 309 500
www.santaremhotel.pt
Costa Azul
Hotel do Mar – Sesimbra ****
Tel. - (+351) 212 288 300
www.hoteldomar.pt
Sana Sesimbra Hotel****
Tel: (+351) 212 289 000
www.sanahotels.com
Melia Aldeia dos Capuchos****
Tel. - (+351) 212 909 000
www.solmelia.com
Sesimbra Hotel & Spa****
Tel: +351 212 289 800
www.sesimbrahotelspa.com
Riviera Hotel Setúbal****
Tel. - (+351) 265 550 700
www.rivierahoteis.com
LISBON
Where to Stay? Try these...
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North & Centre
‘ Oporto Golf Club
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Opening
Facilities
North
Paramos - Espinho
Manuel Violas
Eduardo Maganinho / José Maganinho
José Granja
18
71
5551m
1890
Driving Range, Putting Green, Pitch & Putt, Bar and Restaurant.
Phone (+351) 227 342 008
Site www.oportogolfclub@oninet.pt
Email oportogolfclub@oninet.pt
How to get there From the A1 Porto-Lisboa motorway, turn on to thre EN109 and continue to Espinho. The course is
south of the city. From the A1 Lisboa-Porto, exit for Vila da Feira. Take the IC1 towards Espinho to
the Miramar exit. The course is signposted.
‘ Miramar Golf Club
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Facilities
North
Vila Nova de Gaia
Álvaro Teles de Meneses
Sérgio Ribeiro e Nelson Ribeiro
Miguel Câncio
9
70
2759 (white); 2393 (red)
Frank Gordon
1932
Golfshop, Restaurante, Bar, Driving range and Putting green
Phone (+351) 227 622 067
Site www.cgm.pt
Email cgm@cgm.pt
How to get there Take the A1 Porto/Lisboa and exit on to the EN 109 towards Miramar. Turn right when you see a
yellow sign for the course. Oporto – 12 Km. Oporto airport – 20 km.
‘ Quinta da Barca Golf Course
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Green Keeper
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Architect
Opening
Type of Grass
Facilities
North
Esposende
Joana Osório
André Teixeira
João Pedro
9
62
3914m
Jorge Santana da Silva
1997
Greens: Penncross; Fairways: LF
Driving Range, Putting Green, Chipping Green, Golf Academy, Pro shop,
Buggies, Trolleys, Clubhouse, Restaurant and Bar.
Phone (+351) 253 966 723
Site www.golfebarca.com
Email info@golfebarca.com
How to get there Take the IC1 from Oporto towards Viana do Castelo and exit for Esposende. At the firs roundabout
you will see for the course.
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42 PORTUGAL TRAVEL NEWS - GOLF - 2009
North & Centre
Phone (+351) 22 969 21 22
Site www.valepisao.com
E-mail www.valepisao.com
‘ Vale do Pisão Golf Course
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
North
Santo Tirso
Stuart Woodman
Jorge Couto e Ouroso
9+9
74
6532m
João Pinto Abreu
Jorge Santana da Silva
2009
Academy, Driving Range, Putting Green, Golf shop, C-swing, tomi
putter, Bunker Practice, Chipping Zone, Explanar, restaurant & Bar
Phone (+351) 253 591 916
Site www.rilhadas.comgolfe
E-mail clubegolf@rilhadas.com
‘ Rilhadas Golf Course
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Facilities
North
Fafe
Ricardo Gonçalves
Paulo Teixeira
9
30
José Manuel Costa
José Lencastre
2008
Pro shop, driving range, academy, school, putting green, chipping
green, changing rooms, bar and restaurant
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North & Centre
North & Centre
golf courses
Amarante Golf
Phone - +351 255 446 060
Site - www.golfedeamarante.com
E-mail - geral@golfedeamarante.com
Curia Golf Club
Phone - +351 231 516 891
Site - www.curiagolfe.com
Email - reservas@curiaclube.com
Estela Golf Club
Phone - +351 252 601 567
Site - www.estelagolf.pt
Email - reservas@estelagolf.pt
Montebelo Golf
Phone - +351 232 856 464
Site - www.golfemontebelo.pt
Email - golfemontebelo@visabeiraturismo.pt
Áxis Ponte de Lima Golf
Phone - +351 258 743 414
Site - www.axishoteisegolfe.com
Email - reservas@axisgolfe.com
Quinta da Barca Golf Course
Phone - +351 253 966 723
Site - www.golfebarca.com
Email - info@golfebarca.com
Quinta das Lagrimas Golf Academy
Phone - +351 239 802 388
Site - www.quintadaslagrimas.com
Email - hotelagrimas@mail.telepac.pt
Quinta do Fojo
Phone- +351 227 727 070 / 80
Site - www.golfojo.com
Email - geral@golfojo.com
Vidago Golf
Phone - +351 276 90 96 62
Site - www.vidagopalace.com
E-mail - vidagopalace@unicer.pt
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Where to Stay? Try these...
NORTH & CENTRE
‘
AMARANTE
Casa da Calçada Relais & Châteaux****
Largo do Paço, 6
4600-017 Amarante
Tel. (+351) 255 410 830
Web - www.casadacalcada.com
Hotel Navarras***
Rua António Carneiro
4600- 049 Amarante
Tel. (+351) 255 431 036
Web - www.maisturismo.pt/hnavarras
BAIÂO
Douro Palace Hotel Resort & Spa****
Santa Cruz do Douro
4640-423 Baião
Tel. - (+351) 254 880 000
Web - www.douropalace.com
BRAGA
Meliã Braga Hotel & Spa****
Avenida João Paulo II
4715 Braga
Tel. - (+351) 707 299 707
Web - www.meliabraga.com
ESPINHO
Hotel Solverde Spa & Wellness Center*****
Avenida da Liberdade
São Félix da Marinha
4410-154 Espinho
Tel. (+351) 227 338 030
Web - www.solverde.pt
PraiaGolfe****
Rua 6
4500-357 Espinho
Tel. (+351) 227 331 000
Web - www.praiagolfe.com
ESPOSENDE
Axis Ofir Beach Resort Hotel****
Avenida Raul de Sousa Martins - Ofir
4740-405 Esposende
Tel. - (+351) 253 989 800
Web - www.axishoteisegolfe.com
PONTE DE LIMA
Hotel Ponte de Lima Golfe***
Quinta de Pias, Fornelos
4990-620 Ponte de Lima
Tel. (+351) 258 900 250
Web - www.hoteldogolfe.com
OPORTO
HF Ipanema Park*****
Rua de Serralves, 124
4150-702 Porto
Tel. - (+351) 225 322 100
Web - www.hoteisfenix.com
Infante Sagres*****
Praça Dona Filipa de Lencastre, 62
4050-259 Porto
Tel. - (+351) 223 398 500
Web - www.lagrimashotels.com
Sheraton Porto Hotel & Spa*****
Rua Tenente Valadim 146
4100-476 Porto
Tel. +351 220 404 000
Web - www.sheratonporto.com
Porto Palácio Congress Hotel & Spa*****
Avenida da Boavista, 1269
4100-130 Porto
Tel. - (+351) 226 086 600
Web - www.hotelportopalacio.com
Tiara Park Atlantic Porto*****
Avenida da Boavista, 1466
4100-114 Porto
Tel. - (+351) 226 072 500
Web - www.tiara-hotels.com
Bessa Hotel****
Rua Dr. Marques de Carvalho, 111
4100-325 Porto
Tel. - (+351) 226 050 000
Web - www.bessahotel.com
Best Western Hotel Inca****
Praça Coronel Pacheco, 52
4050-453 Porto
Tel. - (+351) 222 084 151
Web - www.hotelinca.com
Quality Inn Portus Calle
Avenida da Boavista, 1060
4100-113 Porto
Tel. - (+351) 210 046 320 (Sales Center)
Web - www.choicehotelseurope.com
Pestana Porto
Praça da Ribeira, 1
4050-513 Porto
Tel. - (+351) 223 402 300
Web - www.pestana.com
Hotel Vila Galé Porto****
Avenida Fernão de Magalhães, 7
4300-190 Porto
Tel. (+351) 225 191 800
Web - www.vilagale.pt
POVOA DO VARZIM
Hotel Novotel Vermar Póvoa do Varzim****
Rua da Imprensa Regional
4490-518 Póvoa do Varzim
Tel. (+351) 252 298 900
Web - www.novotel.com
VILA NOVA DE GAIA
Casa Branca Beach & Golf Hotel****
Rua da Bélgica, 86, Praia de Lavadores
4400-044 Vila Nova de Gaia
Tel. (+351) 227 727 400
Web - www.casabranca.com
Holiday Inn Porto Hotel****
Avenida da República - Apartado 368
4401-997 Vila Nova de Gaia
Tel. (+351) 223 742 600
Web - www.holidayinn.com
Mercure Porto Gaia****
Manuel Moreira Barros, 618 D
4400-346 Vila Nova de Gaia
Tel. (+351) 223 740 800
Web - hoteis.hotelopia.pt/portugal/porto
LAMEGO
Aquapura Douro Valley
Quinta Vale de Abraão - Samodães
5100-758 Lamego
Tel. (+351) 254 660 600
Web. - www.aquapurahotels.com
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46. ‘
António Carmona Santos - Managing Partner of the company Carmona Santos, Lda.; Managing Director of Aldeia dos Capuchos Golf Course;
and President of the Portuguese Association of Golf Managers.
Golf in Portugal
46 PORTUGAL TRAVEL NEWS - GOLF - 2010
Golf and Tourism
in Portugal
Golf is played in our country
since the 19th century, but
contrarily to what happened in
most countries, it only
developed recently as a result
of the tourism thrust
ur privileged climate as well as the creation of
several hotels oriented to the Sun & Beach
market caused a problem related to season-
ability. Hotels would be full during the summer
but had low occupancy rates for the rest of
the year. After the creation of Le Méridien
Penina Hotel & Golf in the 50s, and the hiring
of renowned professional Sir Henry Cotton to design and manage the
entire complex, everything started to change. Attracted by the status
and prestige of the English golfer, guests from the UK started to see
the Algarve not only as a peaceful and protected destination where it
O
47. was pleasant to spend the summer months in the beach, but also
as the new destination to play golf. The Algarve began strengthen-
ing its position thanks to the quality of the golf courses, the pro-
motional activities that the organisation of major international
events brought about and also the considerable increase of the
number of accommodation units. In 2007 about 250 thousand
tourists visited the Algarve as a result of this sport.
Everything seemed secure. Demonstrating annual increases over
7%, life was easy and nobody thought of assessing if the adapted
model was everlasting or if some changes should be made to pre-
vent any alarming situations. When it was least expected, a global
financial crisis came to happen. The crisis affected many countries,
among which the UK. It is easy to point fingers after mistakes are
done, but it is crucial to learn something from it.
The golf oriented market did not cease to exist. There are current-
ly 60 million golf players around the world, among those about 20
million enjoy travelling to play the sport. In Europe, golf has been
strengthening its position, in addition to the 3, 5 million British,
there are also around 700 thousand golfers from Northern Europe,
500 thousand German players, 400 thousand from France and 320
thousand from Spain. However there is a strong decline in the num-
ber of visitors.
“There are currently 60
million golf players
around the world, among
those about 20 million
enjoy travelling to play the
sport”
‘
Aldeia dos Capuchos Golf Course
Golf in Portugal
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What can we do?
It seems clear that it is necessary to make some changes to the exist-
ing model in order to maintain or increase the occupancy rates of our
golf courses. We need to take urgent measures, for example:
1. To create a national strategic plan for golf. All interested entities
should participate in the development of the golf industry in
Portugal.
2. To perform integrated promoting actions, by region or even nation-
wide.
3. To diversify the offer compared to the traditional markets, taking
action in the Northern European countries and more assertively in
the Spanish market.
4. To promote without further delay the practice of golf on a national
level, attracting more players through training programs to be per-
formed in the several golf courses. Without the domestic market, it
is not possible to consolidate our golf industry.
5. To improve the current trading systems turning to the direct sale
through the Internet (it is essential to rely on an excellent national
website in which all Golf Courses should participate).
6. To get advantageous deals with different airlines, especially with
the national airline, in order to get special tariffs for golfers.
Conclusion
It is necessary to face the crisis as an ordinary event that will be
repeated every so often and understand that there are no indis-
putable systems. Those who adapt manage to survive. Given the
current conditions of the market, our position can be characterised
by:
In 2007 about 250
thousand tourists visited
the Algarve as a result of
this sport
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Positive factors:
- First-class golf courses, enough in number to become a golf desti-
nation.
- We exist in the market for many years, and we are acknowledged for
our quality.
- We have been promoting our destination through major events.
- We have an exceptional climate.
- We have fine-quality hotels, enough in number for the market.
- We have a high-quality offer for supplementary and cultural pro-
grams.
Negative factors:
- We are very dependant from the British market.
- We need to considerably improve the level of our services.
- We must show a better commercial assertiveness.
- We have to improve the cooperation between the various golf
courses.
- We need to define strategies through a global plan for the indus-
try of golf.
- We have a domestic market that is very small.
- Transportation costs are very high from and to the foreign markets.
Moreover there is the most determining factor to succeed:
“Quality/price ratio”. If there is the means to take advantage of the
many benefits and if we adapt the necessary measures that put an
end to or lessen our weaknesses, it will be possible to go through this
difficult period and maybe come out of it bearing a reinforced posi-
tion.
“We exist in the market
for many years, and we
are acknowledged for
our quality”
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52. Golf in Portugal
Azores & Madeira
52 PORTUGAL TRAVEL NEWS - GOLF - 2010
Azores
Ever heard of rustic golf?
Come to the Azores…
uch has been written about golf and much
more will be written, from the perpetual and
methodical question about its origin to which
players can say they had the pleasure to be
the first to play the game. Maybe the Chinese?
And why not the Flemish or the French? And
where are the Scottish in the middle of the
controversy?
Guias Essenciais – Golfe, by Arnold Palmer, Ed. D.K./Civilização
“… the only fact in the entanglement of rumors and theories is that the
first printed reference to golf dates back from 1457, in an Act of
Parliament issued by James II, King of Scotland. It stated: ‘football and
golf should be utterly outcast and must not be practiced’, and in fact
he managed to banish the game. The king was worried that many of
his countrymen were at the golf courses improving their swing when
they should be practicing target shooting. It was unlikely that using a
club would keep away invaders, whereas a straight flying arrow
would…”
M
History proves that in Scotland all social classes “used clubs to strike
anything available” and played in courses created at their own judg-
ment, thus there was the need to have a standard regulation. The reg-
ulation would be introduced in 1764 by William St. Clair of Roslin, head
of the golf clubs of Leith and St. Andrews. From this date on, treaties
including the rules and its interpretations never stopped. Thousands of
golf courses appeared worldwide. Millions of golfers practice their
swing and fail at the putt, and think: “Tomorrow I’ll hit the perfect score”.
Arnold Palmer once said: “What other people may find in poetry or art
museums, I find in the flight of a good drive". Let us be level-headed
and combine all this in the pleasure of art. Millions of players breathe in
healthy atmospheres in the 4 to 8km when roaming the green fields,
enjoying a quietness that is crucial to a good stroke and the tranquilli-
ty and richness of the human relationships that sports provide, either
with other people or privately.
But where does the Rustic Golf of Azores that was mentioned earlier
comes from? These are nine islands, coincidentally one island for each
tee and pin, a perfect first round of golf.
In December 2006 at S. Miguel we conducted the first experience with five
pioneer golfers. The mingling sessions are still taking place and we have played
17 times in almost all the islands, except Graciosa and Terceira
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Azores & Madeira
the fields where their herds graze. Others envision the creation of a per-
manent golf circuit and are preparing to train and challenge the next
door neighbour for a play.
Rustic Golf of the Azores - 1st Circuit of the Forest Recreational
Reserve in S. Miguel
With the cooperation of the Direcção Regional dos Recursos Florestais
(forest resources department) and the Direcção Regional de Turismo,
the tourism entity for the Azores, we are currently preparing the “Rustic
Golf of the Azores – 1st Circuit of the Forest Recreational Reserve in S.
Miguel” in 2010. The circuit will be comprised of the 6 events, one for
each municipality, and will take place between March and October. The
activity will be included in a promotion and development strategy for golf
and also aimed to advertise the Forest Recreational Reserves and its
suitability for integrated leisure activities to enjoy and respect Nature.
To talk about golf is exciting. It’s a game played in the sand of the desert
or the snow of the mountains. Golf is (special) strokes in cities, towns or
villages. Golf is Imagination!
And our own very “serious” joke: “Life is a game, the important is golf!”
Enjoy your clubs.
Text by
Luis Venâncio Silva Resendes
Carlos Manuel P. Teixeira da Silva
Four islands are PAR3 – Sta. Maria, Graciosa, Flores and Corvo
Three islands are PAR4 – Terceira, S. Jorge and Faial
Two islands are PAR5 – S. Miguel and Pico
At Azores there are only three golf courses, two in S. Miguel Island, one
of them, created in 1939, is one of the oldest in Portugal, and another
in Terceira. The islands provide endless pastures sided by wonderful
trees and flowers, creeks, exuberant landscapes including challenging
fog, stone walls and “corraletas”.
At Azores we also have a passion for Nature and an immense pleasure
for golf. Let us return to the origin and like the Scottish start to walk the
fields to see if we hit the small hole signaled by a flagpole with the
fewest amount of strokes.
In December 2006 at S. Miguel we conducted the first experience with
five pioneer golfers. The mingling sessions are still taking place and we
have played 17 times in almost all the islands, except Graciosa and
Terceira. We’ve played in several areas, but in Caldeirão in Corvo Island
or on top of the ashes of the Capelinhos volcano it was a grand and
unforgettable experience since we felt small, reduced to our real
dimension. At all events we worried that the villages promoted the
game together with our cooperation and we wished to develop initiation
activities for children and adults. And our wish became true, a satisfac-
tion for us.
In the rustic greens of the Azores 97 golfers have already played. Many
already purchased the equipment and started on tournaments across
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Azores & Madeira
‘ Batalha Golf Course
Phone (+351) 296 498 559 / 60
Fax (+351) 296 498 284
Site www.azoresgolfislands.com
Email info@azoresgolfislands.com
How to get there Two hours by plane from Lisbon to Ponta Delgada. Upon leaving
Ponta Delgada, follow the highway in the direction of Capelas. Before
reaching Fenais da Luz turn right to Aflitos
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Green Fee
Grass Type
Price of classes
Facilities
Azores
Aflitos – Ponta Delgada
Pilar Melo Antunes
Rui Índio, André Medeiros
27
72
Pros: A+B - 6435m, B+C - 6395m, C+A - 6574m
Men: A+B - 6120m, B+C - 6001m, C+A - 6209m
Ladies: A+B - 5366m, B+C - 5311m, C+A - 5463
Manuel Peixoto
Cameron & Powell
1996
80€ - 18 holes; 49€ - 9 Holes
Fairways: Bermuda; Greens: Penn Links; Ruoghs:
Festuca arundinacea
Upon Request
ClubHouse with covered 3.000 square meters with
Bar, Restaurant for Golfers only. Social Bar, Luxury
Restaurant, Meeting Room for 300 people, Pro-
Shop and TV/Video Room. Driving Range (for 80
players), Chipping Area and 2 Putting Greens with
2.000 square meters.
‘ Furnas Golf Course
Phone (+351) 296 584 341 - 296 584 651
Site www.azoresgolfislands.com
Email info@azoresgolfislands.com
How to get there Two hours by plane from Lisbon to Ponta Delgada. Upon leaving Ponta
Delgada follow the north coast in direction to Furnas
‘ Region
Location
Director
Pro’s
Holes
Par
Course Distance
Green Keeper
Architect
Opening
Green Fee
Grass Type
Price of classes
Facilities
Azores
Achada das Furnas - 9675 Furnas - São Miguel
Pilar Melo Antunes
Rui Índio, André Medeiros
18
72
Pro: 6232m / Men: 5955m / Ladies: 5256m
António Peixoto
Mackenzie Ross and Cameron & Powell
1936 / 1986
80€ - 18 holes; 49€ - 9 Holes
Fairways: Loliuons, Festuca, Poa pratensis; Greens:
Penn links; Roughs: Loliuons, Festuca, Poa pratensis
Upon Request
ClubHouse with Bar, Restaurant, Pro-Shop and TV
Video Room. Two Putting Greens with 950 square
meters; Practice Tee and Chipping Area for 20
players.
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Azores & Madeira
Azores & Madeira
golf courses
Campo do Clube de Golfe Ilha Terceira
Phone - +351 295 902 299
Site - www.terceiragolf.com
Email - info@terceiragolf.com
Palheiro Golf
Phone - +351 291 790 120
Site - www.palheirogolf.com
Email - reservations.golf@palheiroestate.com
Porto Santo Golf
Phone - +351 291 983 777
Site - www.portosantogolfe.com
Email - spds@netmadeira.com
Clube de Golf Santo da Serra
Phone - +351 291 550 100
Site - www.santodaserra.com
Email - reservations@santodaserragolf.com
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Where to Stay? Try these...
Azores & Madeira
‘
AZORES
S. MIGUEL
Hotel Príncipe do Mónaco*****
Avenida Infante D. Henrique S/N
9500-000 Ponta Delgada
Web - www.principedomonaco.com
Furnas Spa Hotel****
Avenida Dr. Manuel de Arriaga, S/N - Furnas
9675-022 Povoação
Tel. - (+351) 296 549 000
Web - www.furnasspahotel.com
Bahia Palace Hotel & Resort****
Praia da Água d'Alto
9680-365 Vila Franca do Campo
Tel. (+351) 296 539 130
Web - www.hotelbahiapalace.com
Hotel Marina Atlântico****
Avenida João Bosco Mota Amaral, 1
9500-767 Ponta Delgada
Tel. - (+351) 296 307 900
Web - www.bensaude.pt
Hotel Açores Atlântico****
Avenida Infante Dom Henrique, 113
9500-150 Ponta Delgada
Tel. (+351) 296 302 200
Web - www.bensaude.pt
Hotel Holiday Inn***
Avenida Dom João III, 29
9500-310 Ponta Delgada
Tel. (+351) 296 630 000
Web - www.holidayinnazores.com
Terra Nostra Garden Hotel***
Rua Padre José Jacinto Botelho
9675-061 Furnas
Tel. - (+351) 296 549 090
Web - www.bensaude.pt
Royal Garden Hotel****
Rua de Lisboa
9500-216 Ponta Delgada
Tel. (+351) 296 307 300
Web - www.investacor.com
Estalagem Senhora da Rosa****
Rua Senhora da Rosa, 3
Fajã de Baixo
9500-450 Ponta Delgada
Tel. (+351) 296 630 100
Web - www.estalagemsenhoradarosa.com
Hotel Caloura Resort****
Rua do Jubileu, Caloura
9560-206 Lagoa
Tel. (+351) 296 960 900
Web - www.calourahotel.com
Hotel Avenida****
Rua Dr. José Bruno Tavares Carreiro
9500-119 Ponta Delgada
Tel. - (+351) 296 209 660
Web - www.bensaude.pt
São Miguel Park Hotel***
Rua Manuel Augusto Amaral
9500-222 Ponta Delgada
Tel. - (+351) 296 306 000
Web - www.bensaude.pt
Estalagem dos Clérigos****
Rua dos Clérigos, 1
9630- Nordeste
S. Miguel - Açores
Tel. (+35) 296 480 100
Web - www.bensaude.pt
TERCEIRA
Hotel do Caracol****
Estrada Regional 1, Silveira
9700-901 Angra do Heroísmo
Tel. (+351) 295 402 600
Web - www.hoteldocaracol.com
Terceira Mar Hotel****
Portões de S. Pedro, 1
9700-967 Angra do Heroísmo
Tel. (+351) 295 402 280
Web - www.bensaude.pt
FAIAL
Hotel do Canal***
Largo Dr. Manuel de Arriaga
9900-026 Horta
Tel. - (+351) 292 202 120
Web - www.bensaude.pt
MADEIRA
Estalagem Serra Golf****
Casais Próximos - Santo da Serra
9100-255 Santa Cruz
Tel. (+351) 291 550 500
E-mail - estalagem@serragolf.com
Hotel do Santo****
Santo António da Serra
Sítio dos Casais Próximos
9200-160 Machico
Web - www.enotel.com
Hotel Vila Galé Santa Cruz****
Rua de S. Fernando
9100-157 Santa Cruz
Tel. (+351) 291 529 000
Web - www.vilagale.pt
Hotel Santa Catarina****
Rua Bom Jesus, 22
9100-152 Santa Cruz
Tel. (+351) 291 520 000
E-mail - hotelscatarina@iol.pt
Estalagem Casa Velha do Palheiro*****
Rua da Estalagem, 23, São Gonçalo
9060-414 Funchal
Tel. 8+351) 291 790 350
Web - www.palheiroestate.com
Choupana Hills Resort & Spa*****
Travessa do Largo da Choupana
9060-348 Funchal
Tel. (+351) 291 206 020
Web - www.choupanahills.com
PORTO SANTO
Pestana Porto Santo*****
Estrada Regional 120
9400-015 Porto Santo
Telefone:
(+351) 291 239 577
Web - www.pestana.com
Hotel Porto Santo****
Campo de Baixo
9400-015 Porto Santo
Tel. (+351) 291 980 140
Web - www.hotelportosanto.com
Hotel Torre Praia****
Rua Goulart Medeiros
9400-164 Porto Santo
Tel. 291 980 450
Web - www.torrepraia.pt
Hotel Quinta do Serrado****
Sítio do Pedegral
9400-010 Porto Santo
Tel. (+351) 291 980 270
E-mail - quintaserrado@oninet.pt
Hotel Vila Baleira Thalassa****
Sítio do Cabeço da Ponta, Apartado 243
9400-090 Porto Santo
Tel. (+351) 291 980 800
Web - www.vilabaleira.com
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