Portugal voted best golf destination in the world

Source: Turismo de Portugal 

Portugal was distinguished as the "World's Best Golf Destination" at the 10th edition of the World Golf Awards, at a ceremony held in Abu Dhabi which reaffirmed our country as "Europe's Best Golf Destination" for the second year running, thus consolidating the excellence of golf tourism at national level. This double distinction had already been achieved between 2014 and 2018.

Portugal's success golf destination can be attributed to the provision of an integrated tourist experience, good environment and land accessibility, exceptional hospitality, high-quality sports and hotel infrastructures for different profiles of players, whether its professionals or amateurs. Portugal currently has 89 golf courses spread across the seven tourist regions, focusing on the Algarve, Lisbon, and the Northern region. As a consolidated tourism destination recognized internationally, the business demand in the first half of 2023 reached record figures, surpassing those recorded in 2019  and 2022.

Golf, traditionally associated with tourists with high purchasing power, contributes to an increase in tourism revenue and to the expansion of this activity throughout the year and the territory.

Mindful of environmental issues and committed to sustainability, the golf sector in Portugal is adopting responsible practices to preserve the distinctive assets that characterize the country as a destination. To this end, strategies are underway to increase water efficiency, and energy management, as well as reduce the use of plastic on golf courses. This set of actions and initiatives, launched under the partnership established with the Portuguese Golf Federation and the National Council of the Golf Industry. The World Golf Awards are voted for by golf industry professionals from over 100 countries and are part of the World Travel Awards.

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