When it comes to a European getaway, the Algarve is never far from the top of most UK golfers’ lists. There are numerous reasons for its popularity, from year-round sunshine to the quality and variety of golf available, with this 150-mile stretch of coastline home to more than 30 courses, each offering something different. Every visitor will have their own unique motives for making the trip, whether travelling with a large group of golfing friends or as part of a more intimate family visit.
Away from the fairways, the Algarve is jam-packed with quality hotels, restaurants and historical sites. The local seafood and wine are real highlights, as are the glorious beaches and the hiking country in the hills away from the coast. Golf Monthly staff have made numerous trips to the region over the years and 2023 was no exception as David Taylor took a trip to the Amendoeira and Palmares resorts while Jonny Leighfield visited Quinta do Lago…
Amendoeira
November can be a depressing month for UK golfers, as the reality of a long winter with limited opportunities to play hits home. Last year was a bit of an exception for me as the chance to jet off to southern Portugal delayed the winter blues. My trip was a bit of a whistle-stop tour, taking in the resorts at Amendoeira and Palmares in western Algarve
