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Another Golf Resort offering two 18 hole courses, the Vale de Lobo’s original 18 hole course opened for play in 1968 and is among the finest courses on the Algarve.  Originally the brainchild of the late Sir Henry Cotton, the Vale de Lobo course offers a great variety of golf holes mixed with stunning views making these courses a "must play" for all serious golfers.

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Distance From Course: 10 miles

Another Golf resort offering two 18 hole courses, the Vale de Lobo Resort’s original 18 holes opened for play in 1968 and are among the finest courses on the Algarve.  Originally the brainchild of the late Sir Henry Cotton, the Vale de Lobo Courses offers a great variety of golf holes mixed with stunning views making these courses a "must play" for all serious golfers. 

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Distance From Course: 10 miles

The Vila Sol Resort stands in 150 hectares just a ten minute drive from the resort of Vilamoura. The 27 hole layout was designed by Donald Steel and is divided into three loops of varying difficulty: The Prime Loop, The Challenge Loop and The Prestige Loop.

With a choice of three 9 hole loops in a stunning setting, at least one round at Vila Sol Golf Courses is highly recommended during a visit to this area of the Algarve.

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Distance From Course: 8 miles

Opened for play in November 2004, the Arnold Palmer designed Victoria Course instantly became regarded as one of Europe’s finest and played host to "The World Cup of Golf" in November 2005.

At present it is the longest course on the Algarve measuring 6560 metres from the back tees.  Built on virtually flat terrain a number of water hazards and waterfalls strategically guard a number of the fairways and greens with manmade mounds adding some undulation to the fairways. No two greens are the same, making careful placement on approach shots a must.

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Distance From Course: 6 miles

The Old Course is the second oldest course in the Algarve and is built to mirror many of the inland courses in the UK, with a fairly straightforward start getting gradually more difficult as the round goes on.

Large pine trees line many of the fairways punishing any stray tee-shots. The greens are fairly small in size and well guarded, requiring accuracy and careful club selection on the approach shots. Measuring 6800 yards from the back tees, the Old Course Vilamoura has a par of 73 and offers a wide variation of challenges and is a course enjoyed by many golfers of all abilities.

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Distance From Course: 7 miles

As its name suggests, the Millennium Golf Course opened for play in the year 2000 and is a combination of nine holes from the original Laguna Course and nine newly designed holes.

The generous fairways encourage players to open their shoulders on tee shots. Holes 3 to 7 are exceptions, rewarding accuracy rather than distance. The Millennium is a fairly straightforward course to play as there is a selection of four tees per hole, making it a fair test and an enjoyable course for players of all abilities.

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Distance From Course: 6 miles

Located just a short drive from the resort of Albufeira, the Salgados Golf Course enjoys an open coastal position and is built on a sandy sub soil. Opened in 1994, this course makes an excellent addition to any Algarve golf holiday.

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Distance From Course: 5 miles

Close to the centre of the resort of Vilamoura on flat ground, the Laguna Golf Course is unlike the other courses in the area as it offers a links style feel with few trees and open fairways.

As its name suggests, the Laguna Golf Course has many large water hazards which come into play on a number of holes and strategically placed bunkers require some care on both tee-shots and approach shots. Due to its open surroundings, wind can play a major factor and influence club selection especially on the par 3s.

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Distance From Course: 6 miles

Nestled in pine forests close to the centre of Vilamoura, the Pinhal Golf Course was originally opened for play in 1976 and partially redesigned by Robert Trent Jones JNR in 1985.

The front 9 requires accuracy from the tee due to tight tree lined fairways and strategically placed bunkers. The back 9 is more open and suits bigger hitters who are not afraid to take some risks off the tee. The course is relatively flat and offers panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. 

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Distance From Course: 7 miles

The new Faldo Course owned by Vilamoura is now open and receiving great reviews.  Designed by Sir Nick Faldo with strategic play in mind this 6598m PAR 72 championship course demands careful positioning to score well.

In a modern twist of a traditional recipe, cacti and wild herbs replace the role of Sunningdale's heather, spartan Holm oaks and ancient olive trees take the place of a lush English woodland, and desert scrub bunkers of crushed limestone replace Berkshire's sandy tracts in a golf course that revels in the classic principles of strategic play.

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Distance From Course: 7 miles

Designed by Christy O’Connor Jnr., this course complements the neighbouring Oceanico Faldo Course and also takes full advantage of being situated in a fertile valley. Its various water features, both lakes and watercourses that are spread throughout the entire course, demand accuracy and test all golfers. The course has been skillfully landscaped and planted with mature palm trees, affording a lush, ornamental setting like an extensive oasis.

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Distance From Course: 8 miles