Introduction
Portugal is ranked as one of the world’s best golfing region and has some of the finest golf courses in Europe. Blessed with an amazing climate and sunny, clear sky, a golf vacation in Portugal is just what a man needs to release all the stress out caused by the work load and get away from home. A combination of great weather, amazing and comfortable hotels and top quality golf courses make Portugal vacations a haven for the golf-lovers. Some of the top Golf vacation spots in Portugal include Algarve, the Lisbon Coast and Madeira.
History
Portugal is one of the warmest countries in Europe, though the south region is a lot more warm and dry than the north. As a result, rain is not expected from late spring till the end of autumn. Temperature averages are about 65 degrees Fahrenheit in the south and 55 degrees Fahrenheit in the north. The summers can get really warm with temperature averaging around 90 degrees Fahrenheit. The official tourism season is between Spring and the Fall, as winter brings in a lot of rain into region with it pouring nonstop for days at a stretch. Even the hottest day of the year can be quite pleasant so long as you don’t spend your day standing in the sun. The most favorite golfing region in Portugal for golfers is Algarve. Whilst there is snow and low temperatures in other northern countries, in Algarve the sun beds wait for you. However, for this same reason Portugal is also a popular beaching area. Thus, you will find it to be quite crowded and expensive in the summer. Winter is the ideal gateway time for golfers to plan memorable Portugal vacations. With temperatures low and clear skies, it is the ideal golfing weather, but better hurry up cause this is a very short period as the end of December embarks the arrival of constant rain and showers.
Features
So where does one go in Portugal to have one of the most thrilling golf Vacations? The Algarve as mentioned earlier is the most popular among golfers due to its famous, all year round, suitable golfing climate. Areas including Faro, Albufeira and Lagos have contributed to making the Algarve in Portugal one of the most popular destinations on the golfing map. In fact the Le Meridien Penina in Algarve is home to one of the most famous golf courses in Portugal: the Penina Championship Course. Regions such as Estoril and Cascais have made Lisbon a favorite golf destination in Portugal. The Penha Longa Hotel and Spa Resort or Praia D’El Rey Resort will provide you with superb golf courses and exceptional accommodation. Portugal vacations makes the golf crazy people go bonkers!
Tips and comments
Just off the Coast of Africa is Madeira. Madeira has recently emerged as a favorite golf place in Portugal. Providing amazing sceneries as a backdrop for golf courses, hotels like the Vila Fale Sante Cruz cater to all your golfing needs. Furthermore, the perfect weather just completes the Portugal vacations experience.
