Barra Prime Brochure Edition 2019 | Page 11

VILAMOURA PORTUGAL Synonymous with golf, Vilamoura also boasts the largest marina facility in Portugal. A luxury haven for sailing and watersports enthusiasts, Vilamoura is firmly placed on the international yachting circuit and regularly hosts competitions, trials and regattas. The resort is also renowned for its excellent golf courses, with The Old Course, Victoria, Millennium, Laguna and Pinhal layouts numbering some of the most famous in the Algarve. Vilamoura is set within a protected nature reserve and holds numerous awards for its environmental initiatives, including a European Blue Flag for water quality. Its reputation as a first-class holiday destination is reflected in the number of five-star hotel properties located in and around the marina. The glamorous nightlife is among the most animated and engaging in the region, and visitor attractions include the celebrated casino, which hosts regular dance and musical shows. Lining the boardwalk is an eclectic choice of restaurants serving a delicious range of local and international cuisine. Stylish bars and nightclubs attract a young, fashionable crowd. The resort fronts a golden ribbon of sand and the warm, shallow waters offer a fantastic range of leisure and recreational activities. 11