Golf in Algarve

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Superbike Championship

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Tee Times Portugal Holidays - Superbike World Championship Portimão 2014

Tee Times Portugal Holidays – Superbike World Championship Portimão 2014 – Portimão, Algarve – Portugal

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Superbike FIM World Championship at Portimão, Algarve – Portugal from 4th to 6th July ’14

This high-powered 2-wheel event is taking place at the spectacular Algarve International Circuit (Autodromo Internacional do Algarve) in Portimão.

The venue, with a undulating layout which has been described one of the world’s most challenging and exhilarating, has established itself as a firm favourite amongst both fans and riders.

The Superbike World Championship, founded in 1988, has a season that consists of a series of rounds that have two races. Results of each race are combined to determine two annual world championships, one between the riders and one between the bike manufacturers. The only motorbikes used in this championship are tuned versions of bikes available for sale to the public. The participating manufacturers include BMW, Ducati, Honda, Kawasaki and Suzuki. This championship is regulated by FIM, the international governing body of motorcycle racing.

Tee Times Portugal Holidays - Superbike World Championship - Portugal 2014

Tee Times Portugal Holidays – Superbike World Championship – Portugal 2014

The Algarve is the most popular tourist destination in Portugal, and also one of the most popular in Europe. At roughly 150 kilometres long, the Algarve offers many choices of where to stay, places to visit and things to do.

Choosing the correct accommodation, in the right setting, is essential for an enjoyable holiday. Tee Times Tour Operator, with customer satisfaction and business integrity as its core priorities, is here to offer support as holiday destinations are considered and holidays booked.

Amongst the fine selection of accommodation on the Algarve that Tee Times T. O. recommends there is CS Morgado Golf Hotel, Penina Hotel Golf & Resort, Tivoli Marina Portimao and more.

The Algarve also has some of Europe’s top golf courses. With so many choices to consider, Golfers can call upon the knowledge and insight of Tee Times Golf Agency when considering the golf courses. These recommendations include Alamos, Gramacho, Morgado, Penina Championship, Penina Resort and many more.

By Richard FM Conlon

For a further insight into the Algarve, as described by Tee Times T. O., please refer to Sightseeing.

 

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Family-friendly Vilamoura

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Vilamoura Marina

Tee Times Portugal Holidays – Marina – Vilamoura, Algarve – Portugal

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Family-friendly Vilamoura – Activities, Sightseeing and Sports – Vilamoura, Algarve – Portugal

Vilamoura offers for many, at only 30 minutes from Faro airport, everything that is required for a fulfilling family holiday in Portugal.

There are 2 beaches, Praia de Vilamoura is east of the Marina and Praia da Rocha Baixinha is to the west of the Marina. Both beaches offer facilities for a relaxing time.

Tee Times Portugal Holidays - Vilamoura Beach - Vilamoura, Algarve - Portugal

Tee Times Portugal Holidays – Vilamoura Beach – Vilamoura, Algarve – Portugal

The Fun-Train, regularly following a set route of Vilamoura, is a great way for the whole family to get around and see the area. Amongst other sites, the train stops at the Family Golf Park – Super Mini-Golf. This exciting facility offers 2 fun-packed 18-hole mini golf courses, a café with a children’s menu and a children’s games room. Plus, lockers for private belongings.

If there is the desire to go further afield, the following might be of interest: Aquashow & Park Hotel, Quarteira (near Vilamoura); Slide and Splash – water slide park, Lagoa; Zoo Marine, Albufeira; ‘FollowMe! Tours’ – offering many coach trips, all over the Algarve and beyond. Boat-trips with ‘Algarve Seafaris’ – Grotto tours, Glass-bottom boats, Fishing and Cruises.

Tickets for all the above listed visitor attractions, and many more things to do, can be bought from either of the Tee Times T. O. offices in Vilamoura. For contact details & a map to both of the offices, please see https://www.teetimes.pt.

The choice of golf courses in the area is excellent. These include Oceanico group, Vila Sol, Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo.
Other facilities in Vilamoura include: A bike-hire scheme, which is operated by ‘Inframoura’. A lot of hotels offer access to this service, or similar.

The Vilamoura Tennis Club and Academy, offers multiple sports’ facilities for both adults and children, and a restaurant.

Cerro da Vila archaeological site (Roman ruins), near the north-end of the Marina. This open-air site displays remains of several types of Roman buildings. Along with artefacts from over 8 centuries, on display in the visitor centre.

For those wishing to stay in or around Vilamoura, Tee Times T. O. recommends Dom Pedro Marina Hotel, Crowne Plaza and Tivoli Marina Hotel and many more.

By Richard FM Conlon

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Algarve Classic Cars 2014

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Tee Times Portugal Holidays - Algarve Classic Cars 2014

Tee Times Portugal Holidays – Algarve Classic Cars 2014

Tee Times Portugal Holidays: Algarve Classic Cars 2014 in Vilamoura Marina, Algarve, Portugal on 11th – 13th July 2014.

Tivoli Marina Vilamoura, as recommended by Tee Times Tour Operator, is playing host to the Algarve Classic Cars 2014. Vilamoura will also be the departure point for the planned circuits of the Algarve, as part of this car rally, during the three days. As these spectacular classic cars complete the planned circuits of the Algarve, there is the exciting opportunity for many to watch the cars in action.

The participants of this rally will either be entering the Sporting category, or the Tourist category. With those entering the sporting category completing 16 special stages of the rally, and those entering the tourist category the handling circuit stages.
As a very popular all-year round Portuguese holiday destination, Vilamoura offers, for many, everything that is needed for a relaxing and refreshing holiday in Portugal.

The choices of golf courses in the area of Vilamoura are excellent. This includes the Oceanico group, Vila Sol, Quinta do Lago, Vale do Lobo and many more.

Vilamoura Marina, now open 40 years, is pedestrian-friendly with access for all. With top-of-the-range boats on display, along with shops and restaurants lining the walkway, it is easy to see why this marina is recognised as one of the best in Europe.

Hilton Vilamoura, recognised as the Best Golf Resort in Portugal by World Travel Awards, is another fine Vilamoura hotel that Tee Times T. O. recommends. Other hotels in the area recommended by Tee Times T. O. include Dom Pedro Marina and Vila Galé Marina but many more are available.

By Richard FM Conlon