It rarely gets as nail-biting as this. In what was fittingly described by the European Tour as the “Battle on the Bubble”, several pros arrived in the Algarve with their immediate careers on the line. The Portugal Masters at Dom Pedro Victoria was the last regular event of the season, and players … Read more about Engrossing Finale to Portugal Masters at Dom Pedro Victoria Golf
Prestigious Best Golf Destination Award for the Algarve
The Algarve is back on top as the world’s premier golf destination. At the 20th edition of the International Association of Golf Tour Operators’ annual golf tourism awards, the Algarve secured the top prize as “Golf Destination of the Year”. Held in Marrakech (Morocco) this year, the awards … Read more about Prestigious Best Golf Destination Award for the Algarve
Algarve Tourism… Much More Than Beach Holidays
The Algarve has dominated recent editions of the World Travel Awards in the category for Europe’s leading beach destination. So much so , in fact, that authorities are increasingly keen to diversify the region’s image and promote its many other diverse attractions. Like health and wellness travel, … Read more about Algarve Tourism… Much More Than Beach Holidays
Fascinating Autumn Festivities for Faro Airport Travellers
For many people travelling to the Algarve, autumn is the season when the area is at its most appealing. The summer tourist crowds have eased off, the weather remains pleasant but not too hot when the midday sun is at its most potent, there tends to be a more relaxed ambience than during the peak … Read more about Fascinating Autumn Festivities for Faro Airport Travellers
European Tour Golfing Pedigree on the Algarve
The Algarve has been a mainstay of the European Tour since 1973. That year – the second official season of the newly-branded, modern-day tour – Penina in Portimão hosted the Portuguese Open, an event dating to 1953 The tournament changed its guise over the years, but was played mostly in the … Read more about European Tour Golfing Pedigree on the Algarve
Prestigious International Tourism Award for Portugal
Turismo Portugal and Faro Airport have both been honoured for the high quality of services and amenities they provide to tourists and airline passengers. At a local level, during official celebrations for Dia do Município (Municipal Day), Faro Airport was awarded the gold grade merit medal. … Read more about Prestigious International Tourism Award for Portugal