Vilamoura – October 26^th – November 2^nd

Considered one of the finest golfing destinations in Europe, the Algarve presents an elite venue to all golf players.

The plans for the courses, mostly designed by internationally recognised golf-course architecs, together with the superb landscapes in which they are located, satisfy the requirements of the most demanding golfers marking out the region as first-rate destination for golf.

The favourable climate with more than 300 days of sun per year, allows the golf season to be extended over several months, bringing players from all over the world to the Algarve.

Includes

• 7 nights Hotel Accommodation with Buffet Breakfast (Except a Portobello)
• 7 Days car rental (days are counted from date/hour of pick up) (one car per person)
• 6 Green Fees
• Wellcome Dinner & Gala Dinner

Notes:

• Car Rental includes: CDW/TW/Unlimeted Km & local taxes. Car deposit as well as Duper LDW/PAI, petrol.
• Car Rental not included: Additional services like child seats, additional driver.

Golf Courses

Oceânico Victoria Vilamoura

Situated in the heart of Vilamoura a mere 20 minute drive from Faro airport, this Frank Pennink designed parkland style layout is one of the oldest in the region and renowned all over the golfing world.

Often described as the Grande Dame of Algarve courses, it meanders throughout impressive pine trees – the principal hazard – over gently undulating natural terrain. Although it opened in 1969, the course was completely renovated and modernised 27 years later although no major changes were made to the magnificent layout.

In addition to raising the Oceanico Old Course to new heights of quality, an attractive new clubhouse and adjacent putting green were also built at that time. As with all Oceanico courses, environmental protection practices are strictly adhered to by means of detailed management systems in line with guidelines established by ISO 14001 standards, Green Globe and Committed to Green programmes.

This is one of the courses in Portugal that will always stay in the memory of visiting golfers.

Oceânico Pinhal Vilamoura

This was the second golf course built in Vilamoura and inaugurated in 1976, having originally been designed by Frank Pennink, the architect of the nearby Oceanico Old Course.

Several refinements were incorporated over the years, the most significant one by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1985. The course is typified by rolling parkland terrain covered with numerous umbrella and Atlantic pines that line many of the fairways and a few even stand out on fairways or near greens.

Ponds and a stream come into play on five holes but are not serious threats to above-average golfers. To keep up with modern technical advances in clubs and balls, several holes have recently been lengthened and the par 72 course now measures 6353m off the white tee markers.

The clubhouse was completely renovated and modernised at the turn of the millennium and from the large veranda one can enjoy a panoramic view over the excellent driving range and practice facilities.

Oceânico Old Course Vilamoura

Situated in the heart of Vilamoura a mere 20 minute drive from Faro airport, this Frank Pennink designed parkland style layout is one of the oldest in the region and renowned all over the golfing world.

Often described as the Grande Dame of Algarve courses, it meanders throughout impressive pine trees – the principal hazard – over gently undulating natural terrain. Although it opened in 1969, the course was completely renovated and modernised 27 years later although no major changes were made to the magnificent layout.

In addition to raising the Oceanico Old Course to new heights of quality, an attractive new clubhouse and adjacent putting green were also built at that time. As with all Oceanico courses, environmental protection practices are strictly adhered to by means of detailed management systems in line with guidelines established by ISO 14001 standards, Green Globe and Committed to Green programmes.

This is one of the courses in Portugal that will always stay in the memory of visiting golfers.

Oceânico Millenium Vilamoura

This conventional par 72 course opened in the year 2000, although the original back nine was formerly part of the 27-hole Laguna Course. Refurbishment to the existing nine holes commenced in May 1999 and included the complete rebuilding of the tees, greens and bunkers, particularly for holes 8 and 9, the only ones on this loop with water hazards, with the aim to simplify the strategy of the course to make it more golfer-friendly. The renovated 9 holes were joined together with the new 9-hole loop to offer a layout of different character, style and playing quality. The work was undertaken by the well-established UK golf Architects Hawtree & Sons which culminated in the creation of the new, exciting 18-hole Oceanico Millennium golf course.

The course is particularly open, although some holes (the 3rd to the 7th) wind between pine trees and are similar to the neighbouring fairways of the Oceanico Old Course and Oceanico Pinhal. In this more wooded area, the fairways are narrower and require greater accuracy – while the rest of the course has a clear landscape enriched by lakes at the 4th, 17th and 18th holes. The arrival of the Oceanico Millennium course made Vilamoura one of the main – if not the main – European golf destinations.

Hotels

Dom Pedro Golf Resort

Located in Vilamoura only minutes from Europe’s best Golf Courses the Dom Pedro Golf Resort is located 100 yards from the beach, 50 yards from the Casino and 200 yards from the Vilamoura international Marina. With 266 rooms, Swimming pools, Kids Club, Tennis and Volleyball courts, Children’s entertainment programme on Summer, SPA and several restaurants and bars, this is the best All inclusive program for Family holidays.

There are 1750m² of meeting and conference rooms, with 450-people capacity distributed among 20 rooms.

Dom Pedro Portobelo

Offering superior quality private apartments, Dom Pedro Portobelo provides the ideal situation for visitors seeking a holiday that offers the privacy and comfort of staying in your own apartment, with a private balcony and kitchenette, and enjoying hotel services. With a privileged location in the heart of Vilamoura, facing the Casino and only a short walk from the International Yacht Marina and the Atlantic Ocean, Dom Pedro Portobelo is the ideal location to enjoy a family holiday in Vilamoura at its finest.

Crowne Plaza Vilamoura

The new Crowne Plaza Vilamoura has a fantastic, unique location. Situated directly on Vilamoura beach, next to the Casino and a few metres from the internationally renowned Vilamoura Marina, it is the perfect hotel for your holidays. This unique hotel, where nothing has been left to chance, is ready to welcome you. Its hospitality, comfort and quality will always be present, so that you can enjoy complete relaxation and be sure of some unforgettable holidays.

Now fully refurbished and decorated in a contemporary yet comfortable style, this hotel, with direct access to the beach, offers a total of 327 rooms and suites, all with a private balcony and panoramic view. A unique place with a dedicated professional team.

Also available as shuttle services, multi-purpose sports area, gym, hairdresser and more!

Program

26th October

Welcome desk at Hotel

• 09h30 – 12h30
• 16h00 – 20h00
• 22h00 – 24h00

27th October

Practice day at assigned golf course.

20h00 – Welcome Dinner at hotel.

28th October

Practice day at assigned golf course.

29th October – 1st November

TOURNAMENT!

1st November

20h00 – Prize giving ceremony and gala dinner at Hotel (transfers from/to Hotel will be offered).

2nd November

We wish you a safe return home!

Europcar

Europcar is the leader in car rental services in Portugal and also in rest of Europe. Present in 150 countries, the company provides customers with access to the world’s largest vehicle rental network through its own operations, franchisees and partnerships.

In Portugal, Europcar has 73 rental stations located at the four major international airports and cities and a fleet with over 11.500 vehicles where our customers are capable to find the most suitable car to his/her individual needs.

Europcar Portugal is very active in the game of golf and is Official Sponsor of the Portuguese Golf Federation.

Notes

• Less 300.00 Euros than the price mentioned for players;
• Players not using Hotels – Only competion plus 2 dinners – Euros 540.00 + Car Rental Euros 650.00

Patronage

EUROPCAR – is the official rent a car of the event .

Golf Courses: VICTORIA (home of the “Portugal Masters”, since 2007); PINHAL; OLD COURSE, and MILLENNIUM.

Hotels: CROWNE PLAZA – 5 Stars; D.PEDRO GOLF RESORT – 4 Stars, and D.PEDRO PORTOBELO HOTEL – 4 Stars Apartments (self catering).

Reservation and Bookings

All reservations will be accepted on free sale until the September 10^th, and must be paid until the October 5^th.

* Failure to do so will result in cancellation.

No Show fee

After reservation is made, and paid, cancellations up to 15 days prior to the tournament will have a 25% penalty. If a passenger does not show for the tournament a 50% fee will be debited. Also if a participant decides to quit from the tournament no deduction will be made.

On their arrival at FAO/LIS airports and at hotels, participants should not handle any vouchers as both EUROPCAR and the hotels are prepared to deliver services without them. Vouchers are to be given only to INTERNATIONAL GOLF TROPHY welcome desk at ALVOR or D. JOÃO II hotels.

Competition

Will be played stroke play over 72 holes and players divided in 4 categories according to their EGA handicap. Copy of Certificate must be received at time of reservation and original must also be shown at registration desk.

Practice Days

Will be played on the 11th and 12th November. Any special bookings should be asked as soon as possible. Playing days from 13th to 16th November.

Social Events / Welcome Dinner

On the 11th November at D.JOÃO II hotel and GALA DINNER on the 16th at ALVOR hote.

Welcome to Algarve

Algarve. Wherever you look, the colours of the mountains and sea are always with you, creating the impression of a water-colour dotted with highlights of gold, green and blue. The region is an extensive and pleasant one, with a Mediterranean climate, marked by the smell of the sea at low tide and the scent of wild flowers.

A stroll through the tangled web of narrow streets, alleys and steps to be found away from the coast is the best way of getting to know this part of the region. But you can also easily lose yourself in the vastness of the coastal strip. Here the backdrop is composed of some of Europe’s most beautiful beaches, from where you can admire the rocky coastline and the playful shadows they cast on the sand.

After the enchantment of the landscape, you can discover the aromas and flavours of the traditional Algarve cuisine. The menu may consist of fish and shellfish, with such dishes as caldeirada de peixe (fish-stew) or cataplana de amêijoas (clams steamed in a copper pan), or you can enjoy the traditional mountain food of stewed chickpeas and cabbage. The range of choices will also include the famous regional delicacies, such as figs, almonds, carobs and the brandy made from the locally grown medronho (arbutus-berry), distilled up in the hills in old copper stills.

As you travel across the Algarve, amidst its hills and plains filled with places of great ecological interest, rich in biodiversity and ecosystems, you will feel as though you are passing through an area full of different traditions, unchanged for many centuries. The handicraft is skilfully manufactured by the local craftsmen, who make use of longstanding, ancestral techniques and produce an excellent range of pottery, woven baskets, copper and brass articles, or other pieces made of linen and jute.

Only a step away from the tranquil peace of the inland region is the excitement of the Algarve nightlife. Bars, discos, marinas and casinos guarantee visitors the very best kind of merrymaking.

The region’s built heritage is something you cannot afford to miss. The architecture of the whitewashed houses, with their brightly-coloured mouldings and remarkably beautiful chimneys, the church belfries and the museums, all reveal particular memories of the ancestors of the Algarve people and help to make this such a special destination.

Also to be recommended is the range of outdoor sports that are available, whether you’re playing golf on lush green courses or enjoying some physical exercise at some of the region’s excellent facilities, whether you’re on the coast or perhaps up in the hills, where, after the rigours of winter and even before the first signs of spring, the land is covered in a pinkish white blanket, produced by the blossom of the almond-trees scattered across the horizon.

This is the true portrait of an Algarve that you’ll find waiting for you, all year round.

A year round golfing paradise!

One of Europe’s top golfing destinations, the Algarve has firmly established its reputation as a quality resort among all enthusiasts.

The quality layout of the courses, many of them designed by the very best international architects, coupled with the sheer beauty of the surrounding landscapes, meets the demands of golfers of all levels. Indeed, the region has become a firm favorite among golfers from all around the world.

The pleasant climate, with over three hundred days of sunshine, ensures that golf can be comfortably played all year round.

The excellence of the Algarve’s courses is heightened by the variety of trees and vegetation, the greens, tees and the prevailing silence broken only by the sound of a well-struck shot. Perfect!