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Portugal golf – Solverde Casino Seniors tournament of the Algarve

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Vilamoura Pinhal Golf Course. Vilamoura - Algarve

Dom Pedro golf course Pinhal at Vilamoura – Algarve

The Southern Delegation of the National Association of Golf Seniors (ANSG) held today the Tournament Solverde Seniores Casinos of the Algarve in the Dom Pedro golf course Pinhal (Vilamoura), with 71 players from 32 clubs in the north, center, Alentejo and Algarve.

The absolute champion was Henrique Pinheiro with 40 points, followed by João Esteves 39 and Luís Zacarias 38.

In gross won José Cândido de Oliveira with 29 points, leaving António Gravelho in 2nd with 26, and Carlos Poucochinho also with 26.

The women’s event was won by Maria José Pinto, the senior national champion, with 37 points, leaving Iride Graf in 2nd and Elvira Gama in 3rd place.

In the Super Seniors the winner was Rui Serra de Matos with 37 points, followed by Luís Gama 36 and Eduardo Godinho 35.

In the guests won Geraldino Contino with 35 points, followed by Julian Reynolds.

Another great day of golf in Vilamoura.

Source: Valdemar Afonso facebook

Algarve voted best golf destination in the world by 2020

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Quinta da Ria - Algarve

Quinta da Ria

Algarve voted best golf destination in the world

The Algarve has been voted Best Golf Destination in the World for 2020 by the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO), which represents the global golf tourism industry within the 20th IAGTO Awards. The Algarve was elected by the vote of more than 700 tour operators, specializing in this industry and coming from over 60 different countries.

This is the third time that the Algarve is distinguished by IAGTO, having in 2006 and 2014 achieved the title of Best Golf Destination in Europe.

Vilamoura Victoria Golf Course

Vilamoura Victoria Golf Course

“Among the many factors that made it possible to reach the top of the voting are the quality and diversity of the Algarve’s golfing infrastructure, ease of access to the destination through frequent connections with Faro airport and the cost / benefit ratio. Added to this are other options such as the wide selection of accommodation options, the natural beauty of the region, the good weather that allows golf to be played throughout the year and the huge variety of attractions and additional motivations that make the stay richer. players visiting the region, with family and friends, ”says the statement from the Algarve Tourism Association.

Morgado Golf Course

Morgado Golf Course

The award was delivered this Thursday, the 17th, to João Fernandes, president of Turismo do Algarve. On the occasion, he said he was “very proud” to receive this award on behalf of all those working in the golf tourism industry in the Algarve, leaving thanks to IAGTO and all the tour operators who voted for this destination. “Not only is the Algarve a must-see place for the amateur golfer, it has attracted the best professionals in the world, thanks to the diversity and recognized quality of the 40 golf courses and the renowned hospitality and professionalism of the region’s agents. Golf days in the Algarve linger in the memory of golfers even after their holidays are over! Land of multiple charms, the Algarve is history, tradition, good weather, nature, good cuisine and something that cannot be explained… Just visiting! Therefore, we hope to receive lovers of the sport very soon! We invite you all to know the Algarve next week, which will be held the Portugal Masters 2019 (European Tour tournament), which this year will take place from 23 to 27 October, in Vilamoura”.

Vale do Lobo Royal Golf Course

Vale do Lobo Royal Golf Course

In the words of Peter Walton, President of IAGTO, “Algarve has always put the golfing visitor experience at the top of its agenda and for this reason I would like to congratulate all golf courses, hotels and tourism service providers. region’s golf course for this extraordinary achievement.”

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Lagoa Jazz Festival 2014

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Lagoa Jazz Festival 2014

Lagoa Jazz Festival 2014

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Lagoa Jazz Festival 2014 – Sítio das Fontes, Estômbar, Lagoa, Algarve, Portugal – 5th to 7th June 2014

This international jazz festival is being held in a facility with a Amphitheatre in a riverside parkland location with seating, surrounded by nature. The event has a loyal following, in a setting that has been described as unique and magical.

Artists playing at this festival include the Torunski brothers, from Poland, playing saxophone and clarinet. Thierry Eliez, a multi-talented pianist from France, with accompanying musicians, and the Jazz singer Marta Hugon, from Portugal, also accompanied by musicians.

There will also be available as part of this event a bar service, facilities of a lounge area, a record fair, a painting exhibition titled ‘Reflections of Jazz’ and DJs’ playing music once the live music has finished. Live jazz, while surrounded by beauty of the Algarve, would be a perfect edition to a holiday in Portugal.

For those wishing to relax on a beach, in-between the evenings’ of music, Carvoeiro is ideally located and well worth a visit. This village is very popular with those wishing to holiday in Portugal, and is served very well with facilities for holidaymakers.

For those considering a holiday on the Algarve in Portugal www.algarvepackage.com is here with recommendations, offers and various options of accommodation through their website. Including in this selection, ideally located in the Lagoa area, are Tivoli Carvoeiro, Pestana Carvoeiro, Monte Santo and Pestana Palm Gardens.

For jazz-loving golfers, and of course all other golfers, the choice of golf courses in the area of Lagoa is excellent. Tee Times Golf Agency highly recommends Gramacho, Silves and Vale da Pinta golf courses.

For information about tickets and details about the festival please see ‘Lagoa Jazz Festival’ on Facebook.