We are proud to announce that Quinta do Lago has enhanced its position as one of the world’s premier golf destinations after claiming a double success at the 1st World Golf Awards ceremony!
The distinctions include: the North Course which has been awarded as “Europe’s Best New Golf Course" as well as the South Course which has won “Portugal’s Best Course” .
The World Golf Awards has touched down in Portugal as finishing touches are put in place ahead of the inaugural Gala Ceremony.
The only global initiative to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in the golf hospitality industry, the showcase will take place at the Conrad Algarve from November 13th-16th.
The October Monthly Medal golf competition at Vale de Milho Golf Club had to be delayed by one week due to the club championship, but this slotted in nicely with Halloween this year.
The Club Captain Betty Zwart and members embraced the day, and dressed accordingly for the evening presentation dinner.
FIFA has rejected the Gibraltar FA’s request to join the world’s footballing body after failing to recognise the British enclave as an independent territory. Gibraltar was officially welcomed into UEFA – the European football 'governing' body – last year and competed in their 1st competitive fixture in a Euro 2016 qualification game.
However, FIFA president, Sepp Blatter, said the "FA of Gibraltar cannot be accepted as a member of FIFA" because it contravened the "world governing body’s" statutes regarding independent territories.
More than 100 local fans watched as the newly formed Carvoeiro United FCCU won their first home game 1-0 against local rivals Mex. Grande FC.
Bad weather in the morning threatened to dampen the spirits of players and fans but the sun came out as the whistle blew for the opening of the game held at the stadium in Estômbar on October 11.
This week saw the first edition of Clubhouse Algarve magazine, distributed to golf courses and other outlets throughout the Algarve, and the launch of the online edition www.clubhousealgarve.com.
The latest media product from the Open Media Group, Clubhouse Algarve’s print edition is published three times per year as a glossy A4 format magazine, with 84 pages and a circulation of 10,000 copies.
Considered by many to be the best golfing holiday destination in Europe, if not the world; the Algarve boasts a multitude of golf courses, with enough variety to cater to all levels of skill, while also providing ample alternative attractions for family or friends who do not share your passion for all things golf. So, coming to the Algarve to indulge in a golfing holiday is a no brainer; but which courses do you utilise while you are there?
Have no fear, we’ve tried out the many of the courses in the region, and below are 5 of the best.
European Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley has invited golfers from around the world to play the new North Course at Quinta do Lago - home of World Golf Awards 2014.
All eyes will be on the course ahead of its reopening in October.
