Eastern Algarve · Golf
Course reviews, travel guides and a few thoughts on what makes the eastern Algarve worth the detour.
Jack Nicklaus design, consistently ranked among the best in Portugal, and far quieter than anything in the Golden Triangle.
Read moreSeveral holes play along the edge of the Ria Formosa natural park. On a calm morning it is one of the more distinctive settings you will find on a golf course in Portugal.
Read moreBoth have excellent golf. But they offer very different trips. Here is how they compare on courses, atmosphere, crowds and value.
Read moreAutumn is the sweet spot, but the answer depends on what you want from the trip. A practical guide to every season.
Read moreGetting there, where to stay, the courses, when to go and what to do beyond the golf. Everything in one place.
Read moreLonger than its neighbour, wider off the tees, Bermuda grass fairways lined with olive trees. Often overlooked, always enjoyed.
Read moreWhat "private" actually means, what should be included, and how to tell the real thing from a hotel with good branding.
Read moreLess waiting, more flexibility, and a trip that actually works. Why groups of 2 to 6 have the best time.
Read moreThe weather, the courses, the value, and what Portugal is not. A straight answer to the most common question.
Read moreTavira, Cacela Velha, the Ria Formosa, a day trip to Spain. Everything worth knowing for the time between rounds.
Read moreTwo great golf destinations, very different experiences. Here is an honest comparison to help your group choose.
Read MoreA realistic breakdown of what a golf week in the Algarve actually costs, from flights and green fees to food and accommodation.
Read MoreOne of the most underrated courses in the Algarve, set within a nature reserve close to the Spanish border.
Read MoreFresh seafood, good local wine, and no fuss. Here is where to eat well in Tavira after a round.
Read MoreFive days or seven? A long weekend or a full week? Here is how to get the length right for your group.
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