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Porto Santo Spreading out over the idyllic island of Porto Santo, the layout of the course was planned in such a way as to blend seamlessly with the landscape and to respect the island’s ecosystems, taking advantage of the native plant species and the various lakes already existing there. It is an extensive and demanding course set in a spectacular landscape, one that is capable of attracting not only professional players, but also less experienced golfers, being divided into two different areas. The southern course comes close to the traditional style of the best American courses, with a number of lakes and the island’s long beach as a backdrop. The northern course is made more difficult by high cliffs and combines the best features of British links courses with spectacular scenery, providing an excellent challenge for golfers. 8