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Whilst Vilamoura is the more traditional destination for golfers visiting the Algarve for those seeking a livelier Resort then Albufeira would be the place to go. It’s basically divided into two parts the Old Town and the “Strip” and in both there are numerous bars, restaurants and places of entertainment with the “Strip” being one […]

Planning the perfect golf holiday can be overwhelming. With so many destinations and courses available, it’s hard to choose where to go and why. In this article we’ll cover everything you need to know in order to help you plan the perfect golf holiday. Who is going? First things first, who is going on this […]

One of the fastest growing sectors in the golfing travel market is the golf & spa break and there are numerous Resorts offering just such a product. Fortunately, they are spread throughout the UK and Ireland so wherever you are or wherever you want to go there will be a fabulous experience waiting for you. […]

It’s around this period that many UK and Irish golfers start to plan their winter golf break. Whilst the climate in the Algarve and the Costa Del Sol is warmer than the UK, the weather in December and January can be quite cool and there is a possibility of rain showers. Other destinations will offer […]

Do you want to be a better golfer? What kind of question is that. Of course you do 😉 To help you on your way we’ve worked with a PGA professional to analyse the swings of ten celebrities from film, music, politics, and beyond. We’ve looked closely at their technique, and stripped out ten top […]

According to a recent survey 45% of golfers take over 100 shots to complete a round of golf. For those players who submit cards for handicap or play in competitions, the average male handicap is over 15. Many non-golfers must wonder why people would want to play such a difficult game… Surely there can’t be […]

Yorkshire is England’s largest county and is justifiably proud of its sporting heritage. It’s well known that when Yorkshire Cricket is strong then English cricket is strong and recent events bear out that fact. It spearheaded the arrival of the Tour de France in the UK and the Tour of Yorkshire cycle race is rapidly […]

Job Title: Reservations And Customer Service Manager Reports To: Sales Director Salary: £20-£22k dependent on experience Job Purpose As the Reservations and Customer Service Manager for Glencor Golf Holidays Ltd you will be responsible for the booking and processing of all our golf holiday bookings. You will need to ensure all bookings are processed 100% […]

Time for a break? It’s the perfect time to get your friends together and plan your time in the sun. It can be a little tricky knowing where to start when you’re putting together a Golf holiday, especially if it’s for a big group. Do you want to go for a week, a weekend, or […]

Many people prefer the freedom that staying in a villa rather than a hotel gives them. By staying in a villa you are not subject to the same rigid timings for things such as mealtimes and have more choice on what to eat and drink! But in a lot of cases, high-quality villas are often […]

*Update – We’ve updated this piece to reflect the top 15 all inclusive golf holidays in 2019. Enjoy! One of the fastest growing sectors in the Golf Holiday market is the ‘all inclusive’ package and it’s easy to see why! Everyone knows what the holiday will cost in advance as the cost of their food […]

COSTA DEL SOL VOTED GOLF DESTINATION OF THE YEAR IN EUROPE FOR 2019 Who Voted For The European Golf Destination Of The Year? The Costa Del Sol has been voted European Golf destination of the year by the members of International Association Of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO). IAGTO is the trade body that represents Golf […]