Quinta do Lago is set to build on a record-breaking year after seeing a significant rise in golf green-fee bookings in 2018. The stunning Algarve sports and lifestyle venue reported an increase of nine per cent in rounds played at their three superb 18-hole championship courses – the North, South and Laranjal – an impressive growth of 8,500 in real terms. Aside from the continued popularity among UK guests, Quinta do Lago’s wealth of world-class facilities has seen the emergence of visitors from European neighbours Scandinavia and Italy, as well an influx of visitors from as far afield as USA, China and Argentina. After the impressive performance in 2018, the growth looks set to continue, especially with the availability of new flight routes into nearby Faro from five new destinations: Berlin, Cologne, Cork, Marseille and Milan. And with the boutique The Magnolia Hotel, the state-of-the-art sports performance centre The Campus and 10 high-class bars and restaurants to choose from, the appeal of Quinta do Lago continues to grow across the globe. Located just 15 minutes away from Faro airport, the resort’s world-class golf and lifestyle facilities make it the perfect choice for a sporting break, and Quinta do Lago has plenty for golfers to get excited about, with three-night, two-round breaks bookable from only €314 per person until the end of March 2019.  

Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Creek & Yacht Club have both been added to European Tour Properties’ world class network of Destinations. The venues, located in Dubai, become the second and third Destinations in the Emirate, joining Jumeirah Golf Estates, with all three venues being managed under the umbrella of Dubai Golf. Emirates Golf Club is one of the world’s most prominent venues, hosting the European Tour’s longest-running Middle East event, the Omega Dubai Desert Classic, for 28 of the 30 editions. The venue contains The Faldo Course, the Par 3 Academy Course and The Majlis Course, which is the flagship championship course and host venue for the Omega Dubai Desert Classic, won last month by Bryson DeChambeau. The Majlis was originally designed by Karl Litten and was the first grassed course in the Middle East, taking its name from the Arabic word for ‘meeting place’. In addition to world class golf facilities, Emirates Golf Club offers six dining options including the Roseleaf Café and the renowned Carine, a French Mediterranean restaurant, along with various sporting activities such as tennis, padel tennis, squash, fitness classes and a luxurious spa, allowing guests to relax away from the golf course. Dubai Creek & Yacht Club’s Championship Course is the stand-out feature of the venue, a par 71 course which has hosted the Dubai Desert Classic on two occasions and provides players with a memorable journey around its creek and various lakes. There is also a floodlit nine-hole Par 3 Course at Dubai Creek & Yacht Club which is perfect for golfers of all abilities to hone their skills, as well as a fun mini golf course. Away from the course visitors can dine in one of six outlets or partake in such varied activities as yoga, swimming or sailing, on one of the Yacht Club’s charters. Iain McInally, Head of European Tour Properties, said: “It is with great pride that we welcome Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Creek & Yacht Club to our network. “Having hosted an event on the European Tour on 28 occasions, Emirates Golf Club is a true world class venue which has witnessed many of the world’s greatest players walk its fairways. “Dubai Creek & Yacht Club is a stunning venue which offers more than just golf and is recognised as one of Dubai’s finest venues.” Christopher May, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Golf, said: “We are delighted to extend our partnership with European Tour Properties across our three destinations to include Emirates Golf Club and Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club in addition to Jumeirah Golf Estates. “Dubai Golf has a long-standing relationship with the European Tour, as we play the proud hosts of the Omega Dubai Desert Classic and the Race to Dubai finale at the DP World Tour Championship every year. “This new affiliation cements our already strong bond, and we look forward to a co-operative future with European Tour Properties going forward.”

5th – 7th April 2019 Looking for a very special location for your dream home? Find out everything that their award-winning resort has to offer at PGA Catalunya’s forthcoming Discovery Weekend – where you can glimpse first-hand PGA Catalunya Resort’s contemporary designer properties, tournament quality golf courses, and breathtaking region. They’ve designed an array of exclusive activities throughout the weekend to give you a taste of their outstanding facilities – and spectacular setting. You’ll have the opportunity to: Play a round of golf on Spain’s nº 1 golf course • Take a gastronomic tour of local Catalan cuisine • Relax and unwind with a massage and thermal circuits session at five-star Hotel Camiral, at the heart of the resort • Improve your swing with their internationally renowned golf professional • Enjoy an exclusive tour of the medieval city of Girona with its monuments, history and legends. To top off the weekend, you’ll have the chance to savour the region’s gastronomic offering with a specially prepared Michelin-starred dinner served at Hotel Camiral.

European Tour Properties have announced their second new venue of 2019 after welcoming Constance Lemuria in Seychelles to its portfolio of world-class Destinations. Originally opened in 1999, Constance Lemuria, situated on the paradise island of Praslin, underwent a full renovation and the luxury hotel was re-opened in 2016. Built with a modern approach to design and quality, Constance Lemuria lives up to the expectations of guests who enjoy pure luxury and preservation of nature. In addition to elegant spacious suites and villas, swimming pools crafted by nature and fine food in one of three restaurants, Constance Lemuria offers a stunning 18-hole Championship golf course. Constance Lemuria is the second hotel from the Constance group to connect with the network, joining sister venue Constance Belle Mare Plage, Mauritius. The venue for the 2019 MCB Tour Championship – Seychelles on the Staysure Tour, Constance Lemuria boasts the only 18-hole golf courses in the Seychelles with stunning views of the idyllic Indian Ocean. Iain McInally, Head of European Tour Properties, said: “Being able to welcome Constance Lemuria to our network is absolutely fantastic news for everybody involved. “They hosted a fantastic event for the Staysure Tour’s season-ending MCB Tour Championship, which was universally enjoyed by all the players” “We are committed to building this venue, as we are with all our Destinations, and we look forward to working with the team towards their business objectives.” Jean-Jacques Vallet, CEO of Constance Hotels & Resorts, said: “We are so proud to have a second Constance Hotels & Resorts property recognised as a European Tour Destination. We are honoured to once again join this prestigious and elite collection of the world’s best golfing venues and put Seychelles on the map as a golf destination.” Bruno Le Gac, General Manager of Constance Lemuria, said: “Our team works hard every day and pays attention to all the small details on and off the course to deliver true golfing experiences to our guests. “Constance Lemuria is the only Championship golf course on Seychelles and we hope to show the world that playing here with us is truly unforgettable. A small island like Praslin is capable of big things.” For more information on the Constance Lemuria, please visit: