The International Association
of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) voted the Algarve,
Portugal, for the second time, the best golf destination
of 2006, in front of other regions such as Florida,
portugal golf or Costa del Sol (Spain).
The distinction “Established Golf Destination
of the Year 2006” was announced during the
IAGTO Award Gala Dinner at Las Palmas (Spain),
with the participation of 240 Golf Tour Operators
from 38 different countries.
The award was decided based on criteria such
as the satisfaction of users, quality of the courses
and accommodation, professional assistance and
support from local industries.
Golf yields about 350 million Euros every year
to the Algarve and is now going to be promoted
through a special campaign sponsored by RTA in
international Channels such as CNN and Eurosport
and in specific Portuguese sites.
“Golf Digest Magazine” ranked the
San Lorenzo Course, Quinta do Lago and Vilamoura
Old Course the 38th and 84th out of the best 100
Golf Courses of the world.
In November 2005, the Algarve also staged the
World Golf Cup, for the first time, at Victoria
Clube de Golfe, in Vilamoura, designed by the
legendary Arnold Palmer.
To capitalise on this Golf Bonanza, Knight Knox
have numerous Golf related developments that allow
Golfers & visitors of all types, to enjoy
the excellent year round weather, some of the
best beaches in the world and experience the International
& local flavour of the Algarve.
The Algarve has everything to offer the Investor,
Golfer, Permanent Resident and Holidaymaker. Come
& experience this unique region & lifestyle
with the experts.
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