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Amendoeira Golf Resort: A luxury retreat in the Algarve for golf lovers

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Located in the heart of the central Algarve, the Amendoeira Golf Resort offers an unrivalled experience for golf and nature lovers looking for the best Portugal golf breaks. Just 15 minutes from the picturesque beaches of Armação de Pêra and 35 minutes from Faro Airport, this resort is home to two award-winning golf courses: the Faldo Course and the challenging O’Connor Jnr. Course. The resort also has an artificial lighting par 3 course, the only one in Portugal.

With elegant self-catering apartments and villas, vast sporting facilities and on-site dining alternatives, Amendoeira Golf Resort is the ideal destination for individual golfers, professional groups, and families looking for an unforgettable vacation in Portugal.

 

Amendoeira Golf Resort and two unique courses

Amendoeira Faldo, designed by Sir Nick Faldo in 2008, is an undulating golf course with elevated greens and strategically placed bunkers. Ideal for players with a medium-low handicap, it offers beautiful views of the Algarve countryside and a challenging experience that invites you to return. Faldo Design worked creatively with a decisive premise: to build a strategic Mediterranean desert-style golf course. And they got it.

On the other hand, the Amendoeira O’Connor Jnr, designed by Christy O’Connor Jnr. and also inaugurated in 2008, features a slightly undulating and longer course, with numerous water hazards and wide fairways. It is a jewel of Portuguese golf suitable for players with a medium or medium-low handicap, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Both the Faldo Course and the O’Connor Jnr. course are very popular destinations for the best Portugal golf breaks, and Tee Times Golf Agency offers packages including accommodation and unlimited golf at the Amendoeira Golf Resort. With its world-class courses and unparalleled natural environment, Amendoeira is a standout choice for golfers seeking a unique Algarve experience. Visit Portugal and discover the magic of golf in Amendoeira!

Golf in Spain: La Sella Open awarded by the LET

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La Sella Open, a renowned women’s golf contest, has been named the best tournament of 2023 by the Ladies European Tour (LET). Held at Denia La Sella Golf Resort in Spain, this tournament has emerged as a standout competition in women’s golf, earning the most votes from over 400 professional players worldwide. With its commitment to equality and player comfort, La Sella Open has cemented its place in the global golf landscape, making it a popular destination for golfers looking for Spain golf holidays.

A few days ago, the general director of the LET, Alexandra Armas, presented the award to Carlos García, director of La Sella Golf, thanking the players for choosing him. García highlighted the motto of the tournament, “A tournament for them”, highlighting the meaning of this recognition by the players themselves.

The Denia Marriott Resort has the 27-hole La Sella Golf Course, designed by José María Olazábal, and the most advanced golf learning centre in Costa Blanca. The course is very demanding and entertaining, with numerous water obstacles and privileged views of the Montgó Natural Park and the Mediterranean.

Joao Pinto, Tournament Director of the LET, praised the achievement of La Sella Open and highlighted to the press that the players awarded it and not by political entities, making it the best tournament in Europe. Céline Herbin, two-time winner of the Ladies European Tour, cited the keys to the prestigious La Sella Open prize: a superbly maintained course complemented by resort amenities, a five-star hotel and excellent cuisine, possibly the best in the circuit.

 

La Sella Open and a unique hotel

The Denia Marriott Resort has a swimming pool and spa within La Sella Golf Course. Its luxurious rooms have marble bathrooms, classic décor and air conditioning. The Marriott’s spa features saunas, Turkish baths and an outdoor hot tub. These and more services make it one of the most chosen resorts on the Costa Blanca among those looking to enjoy their Spain golf holidays.

La Sella Open headquarters hotel is nestled within the Montgó Natural Park and just 15 minutes by car from Denia and its beaches. The international airports of Alicante and Valencia are located one hour from this paradise, respectively. With so many attractions and an exceptional golf course, La Sella is considered one of Tee Times Golf Agency‘s favourite destinations among golfers looking for the best packages for their Spain golf breaks in Costa Blanca. So, if you’re planning to enjoy also a tremendous professional golf tournament in Spain, La Sella Open is an event you don’t want to miss!

Photos by: Ladies European Tour.

Challenge de España: celebrating 25 years of the best golf

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Spanish golf reaches new heights with the celebration of the Challenge de España at the prestigious Real Club Sevilla Golf from May 9 to 12. With 25 years of history, this tournament has established itself as one of the most prominent events on the Challenge Tour, attracting several of the best players in the world and fans who plan their Spain golf holidays to enjoy the competition.

Since its first edition in 1999 in El Saler, Valencia, the Challenge de España has toured Spain’s most emblematic golf courses, from Valencia to Almería, promoting golf worldwide. The competition returns to Andalusia to debut in Seville, a city with a rich golf tradition.

Golf del Guadiana, Villamartin Golf Club, Izki Golf, Torremirona Golf Club, Centro Nacional de Golf, Campo de Layos Golf, Retamares Golf Club, Tecina Golf, Iberostar Real Club and Playa Serena have also hosted the prestigious tournament. Many of them are courses that tourists choose for their Spain golf breaks. At Tee Times, we have been offering attractive packages for years for those who want to enjoy the best golf in Spain.

In dialogue with Golf Industria, the president of the Real Club Sevilla Golf, Rafael Domínguez, highlighted the importance of this event for the club and Spanish golf in general. The tournament has been a platform for the emergence of talent and has contributed to the prestige of the Challenge Tour, as said Jamie Hodges, Executive Director for this tour.

“We have witnessed great events, and now we are delighted to position ourselves in world golf again with this double celebration, the twenty-five years of the Challenge of Spain and the thirty-five years of the Challenge Tour,” said Domínguez, host club president.

The support of entities such as the Real Federación Española de Golf and the sponsorship of recognised brands ensure the tournament’s success. 

 

Real Club Sevilla Golf: A renowned host club

The Real Club Sevilla Golf (par 72 and 7,177 yards), designed by José María Olazábal (two-time winner of The Masters in Augusta), offers a challenging and beautiful setting for players and spectators alike.

With its wide fairways, undulating greens and strategically placed bunkers, the golf course is a true challenge for players of all levels. Its impeccable maintenance throughout the year positions it among the best golf courses in Spain and one of the most chosen by golfers worldwide who visit Seville.

In addition to hosting prestigious tournaments, the Real Club Sevilla Golf also promotes amateur golf through its Children’s Golf School and social tournaments, boosting the practice of this sport among all ages.

 

Challenge de España and the Seville senses

Seville captivates with its rich history and culinary delights. The city brims with historical heritage, from the majestic Alcázar to the beautiful Cathedral of Seville and the emblematic Plaza de España. As for gastronomy, its tapas, gazpacho, fried fish and the famous Iberian ham are a feast for the senses. Traditional bars and taverns offer an authentic experience worth enjoying.

With the Challenge de España in Seville, Spain reaffirms its position as one of Europe’s most prominent golf tourist destinations. We invite all golf lovers to enjoy this exciting event and discover the beauty and excitement of golf in Spain.