Pine Cliffs
Pine Cliffs Balaia
Opened in 1990, Pine Cliffs is a compact 9-hole golf course that
is surrounded by magnificent old pine trees. This is not a long
course, but it does demand accuracy. No more so than the much
pictured devils parlour, a challenging par-3 that crosses the cliffs,
with breathtaking views to the Atlantic Ocean. The Pine Cliffs golf
course provides a well equipped golf academy that meets the
requirements of both the hobby golfer as well as the tournament
player. Celebrities are often spotted at Pine Cliffs, as they holiday
in the luxurious Sheraton Hotel that is onsite. For several years,
the club president was British motor racing star Nigel Mansell. Just outside the popular region of Albufeira is the popular Balaia
golf course. A nine Par 3 hole gem that will test every golfer,
irrespective of their handicap. With holes ranging in distance
from 67 metres to 160 metres featuring undulating fairways and
excellent greens, the course will test your distance control and
short game. From the very start, the beauty of this course is
apparent as the first hole is surrounded by two lakes that are
divided by an old wooden bridge. Full Clubhouse facilities are
available after your round.
Penina
Celebrities are often spotted
at Pine Cliffs, as they holiday in
the luxurious Sheraton Hotel that
is onsite.
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Only a short drive from Portimao is the stunning Penina Golf
Resort. Set in a vast 360 acre estate, Penina offers golf enthusiasts
a complete golf break. Penina offers three golf courses: an 18-hole
par-73 Championship Course, A 9-hole Academy course and
a 9-hole Resort Course. The Sir Henry Cotton Championship
course, has hosted the Portuguese Open eight times and is a must
play on any visit to the Western Algarve. The Academy course
and the Resort course both provide a golfer the opportunity
to fine-tune one’s short game, while providing gentle training
grounds for beginners. The greens are relatively small and
therefore accuracy off the tee and for approach shots is required
and it also provides players the opportunity to fine tune their
short game.