DESTINATIONGOLF . TRAVEL
Madeira , otherwise known as ‘ the islands of eternal spring ’, is just a short flight from most European cities . On the same latitude as Morocco , the Atlantic archipelago has a sub-tropical climate and rich volcanic soil . Madeira has a unique eco-system and is one of the only places in the planet where banana trees grow next to vineyards .
Eduardo Jesus , Regional Secretary of Tourism and Culture and President of the Madeira Promotion Bureau , said : “ It is with great pleasure that Madeira will be hosting this event , giving us the opportunity to assert ourselves as a golf destination , aligning with the work carried out by the Madeira Promotion Bureau , which structured the golf product and began promoting it as never before in the archipelago .”
A short , scenic walk from the heart of Funchal ’ s charming Old Town , the Savoy Palace is an exquisite modern take on island hospitality . The bold , curved structure is home to chic guestrooms crafted with high-end materials and featuring balconies from which to soak up the ocean views .
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The prize-giving evening at Savoy Palace from Savoy Signature , Funchal will form the climax of an exclusive golfing itinerary , which will include golf at the two world-class courses of Santo da Serra and Palheiro . The ceremony will bring together golf tourism leaders from nations across Africa , Asia , Europe , Middle East , Latin America , North America and Oceania .
Chris Frost , Managing Director , World Golf Awards , said : “ It is an honour for us to host World Golf Awards in Madeira for the first time . This Atlantic jewel is an island blessed with a sublime tropical climate , a fascinating culture , delicious gourmet food and incredible flower and fauna – making it the perfect destination for golf . I greatly look forward to joining the finest organisations in golf tourism this November .”
The Robert Trent Jones Senior ’ s spectacular 27-hole Santo da Serra is one of the most beautiful natural landscapes you could imagine . The premier golf and country club is the ideal spot to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life .
The 18-hole Palheiro is one of Europe ’ s most beautiful golf courses . The par 72 championship course meanders through a pristine environment of maritime pine and botanical woodland embroidered with lush , sub-tropical vegetation . At nearly 500m above sea level , the location is blessed with dramatic views of Madeira ’ s mountainous skyline and the vast Atlantic Ocean .
Votes are cast by professionals working within the golf industry , the media and by the public ( golf tourism consumers ). World Golf Awards is the sister organization of World Travel Awards , currently celebrating its 31st anniversary .
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