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Portugal Golf Holidays – Azores break tourism records

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Azores. Tourism in the Azores is breaking records

Tourism keeps growing in the Azores

According to SREA’s report, in March 2023, 130,902 passengers disembarked at airports in the Azores, a positive variation of 22.9% compared to the same month in the previous year.

In March 2019, with 109,510 people arriving, the Azores set a new monthly record, a 19.5% rise compared to the previous year. This year, the record has been broken.

SREA also reports that, compared to March 2022, fewer passengers disembarked on three of the nine islands of the Azores. The reductions occurred on the islands of Flores (-16.0%), followed by Corvo (-2.4%) and Graciosa (-1.8%).

There was a 36.5% jump in March disembarkations on the islands of São Miguel and Faial, followed by a 25.7% jump on São Jorge. There was also an increase in the number of passengers in Santa Maria (9.9%), Terceira (1.1%), and Pico (nearly 0.1%).

At airports in the region, 9,913 passengers got off of foreign flights, which is a significant rise of 62.5% over the same time last year.

In March, there was a 28.7% rise in the number of passengers that flew between the islands, totaling 52,723.

The region of the Azores has 3 stunning golf courses, ready to give you memorable golf rounds. Two of them are located in the island of São Miguel, while the other is based in Terceira Island.

The Azores are an ideal destination for golf holidays, due to the beautiful golf courses, the great hotels, the authentic gastronomy and the unforgettable natural landscapes, unique in the world.

Book your golf holidays in the Azores with Tee Times Golf Agency and play on some of the best golf courses in Portugal.

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Tips for taking your golf bag on your golf holidays

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How to travel with golf bags. Take your golf bags to your golf holidays safely

You can use your golf bags on your golf holidays

Golf holidays in a foreign place are a fantastic adventure, and both Portugal and Spain are famous golf destinations, especially the Portuguese Algarve and the Spanish Costa del Sol, and some of its golf courses are among the top 100 best in Europe, like Monte Rei and Valderrama.

Playing with your preferred set of clubs enhances the experience. How, therefore, does one take a golf bag on a trip?

If you’re taking a crew with you, it’s best to book a direct flight. They are less likely to cause harm to the golf clubs because of the limited distance they must go. A direct flight may cost a bit more money, but it will get you and your clubs there much faster and easier.

A flight bag is the ideal choice for transporting golf clubs. Having a trustworthy, long-lasting travel bag would be helpful. Though most airlines have a weight limit of 20kg for checked bags, some may accept up to 25kg. This is crucial and can be taken care of at home before you board the plane.

Don’t forget to take photographs of your golf bag and each club before you pack them up and take them with you on your golf holidays.

If you find that ID badges are not enough, you can install a tracking device in your clubs. If they go lost, at least you’ll know where to look for them.

One of the best options you have is to have your golf bag shipped to your golf course or hotel. You won’t have to worry as much about carrying a bag around during your golf holidays.

There are two main types of travel golf bags available: hard and soft. A hardback is preferable to safeguard your clubs.

In addition to the 14 clubs, you will also need to bring shoes, towels, balls, t-shirts, and perhaps rain gear. Remember that you want to avoid going over the weight limit.

Book your golf holidays in Portugal and Spain with Tee Times Golf Agency and play on some of the best golf courses in Europe.

Portugal Golf Holidays – The stunning city of Lagos

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Ponta da Piedade in Lagos. The stunning city of Lagos

The main attraction in Lagos is Ponta da Piedade

The beautiful city of Lagos is a popular tourist and relocation destination located in the western part of the Algarve.

Due to its beautiful golf courses, beaches, unique natural landscape (like the Ponta da Piedade), abundance of restaurants (especially seafood), and high-quality hotels, it is one of the most popular cities in the Algarve and Portugal.

It is one of Algarve’s most visited and friendliest cities, although Portimão and Albufeira tend to attract more tourists.

Lagos stands out from the previously listed cities since it is favoured by younger people, giving the city a refreshing and easygoing environment.

It’s also a historical city. Today, it’s easy to experience the history of Lagos by just wandering around the old city walls, some going back to the 15th and 16th centuries. This port city played a significant part in world history, yet few people know that the ‘Age of Discoveries’ really began in the city.

Some of the most important tourist attractions in Lagos, besides the golf courses and the natural landscape, are the marina and the city center.

It’s also important to mention that in 2012, Lagos topped TripAdvisor’s list of the “15 destinations on the rise” throughout the entire world.

This magnificent city in the Western Algarve is perfect for any golf enthusiasts, with great golf courses like Espiche and Palmares, which is in the list of the top 100 golf courses in Europe.

Book your golf holidays in Lagos with Tee Times Golf Agency and play on some of the best golf courses in Portugal and in Europe.

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