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www.destinationgolf.travel Oceanico Victoria Seen by many as the jewel of the golf portfolio in the Algarve, Victoria Golf Course is one of seven courses in the Algarve that are owned and managed by the Oceanico Group. The Championship par-72 course measures over 6,560 metres and occupies a total area of 90 hectares. Designed by legendary golfer Arnold Palmer, this possesses wide undulating fairways, large greens, man made lakes, well positioned bunkers, and typical Portuguese vegetation such as carob, olive and almond trees. The one defining character is the 18 cleverly designed putting greens, which truly test a golfer’s short game. Fantastic practise facilities include a driving range and enormous putting green of 2,500m2. The course has hosted many prestigious tournaments, and been home to the Portuguese Masters on the European Tour for the last few years. 42