Portugal Courses And Hotels

Portugal Golf packages:

When you think of playing golf in Europe, naturally you think of Scotland, Ireland and Spain. Now you can add a forth fabulous country to that list; Portugal. There are hundreds of top-notch courses to experience on your next Portugal golf package. You'll find very attractive rates along with excellent dining options, fine wines and lots of shopping. Flights into Portugal are easy and the year round warm weather makes it an obvious choice when winter hits. There are 3 great Portugal golf regions: The North featuring the Porto Area, the centre which surrounds the capital of Lisbon and the south known as the Algarve. Here you will find the exciting cities of Faro, Vilamoura and Lagos. These Portugal golf regions can be summed up by these words: countryside, vineyards, sea and authenticity. You will find ancient Churches and Monasteries, 15th century forts, Roman villages and much more. When you play most Portugal golf courses expect tight greens, rolling fairways and prevailing winds. But you will also receive great service and value for your Euro.

Suggested Portugal golf courses:

Oitavos Dunes: This course is home to the Portugese Open and is a wonderful layout overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Located outside of Lisbon at Cascais, the course is set among sand dunes and umbrella pines. If your Portugal golf package includes a stay in this area then this is a must play track.

Oceanico Victoria: This design is located just west of Faro in the Algarve and covers some 90 hectares. It's the most recent golf course project of Arnold Palmer in Portugal. As one of the best and most sophisticated golf courses in Europe, every care has been taken to ensure the preservation of the wetlands and the typical vegetation. It's also home to the Portugal Masters every year.

Monte Rei: Another gem of Jack Nicklaus, this course, located east of Faro is a great addition to your Portugal golf package. Elevated greens will make you think again about club selection as will the numerous strategic bunkers located along the fairways.

San Lorenzo: Although open a few years, San Lorenzo has built up an enviable reputation as a course you must play if you are in the Algarve. The sheer magnificence of San Lorenzo and its rating among the top three courses in Europe prove that attention to detail and meticulous maintenance. Make room for it in your Portugal golf trip.

**Keep in mind that handicap certificates are mandatory on Portugal golf courses. Generally a maximum handicap of 36 for the ladies and 32 for the men is preferred.