Golf
It will come as no great surprise that golfing holidays are one of the many reasons holiday makers flock to the Algarve - the climate is conducive to all-year-round golf and the landscape lends itself unquestionably well to the sport.
The Golden Triangle region boasts so many courses that golfer are absolutely spoilt for choice, several of which are championship standard, and the number is constantly climbing. Pinheiros Altos, Quinta do Lago and Villa Sol, a couple of kilometres west of Dunas Douradas are just three of the superb championship courses in the region. Vale do Lobo is noted for its spectacular Royal and Ocean courses.
So should be a keen golfer, the Algarve certainly has the sunshine, magnificent scenery and beautifully kept fairways that make up a marvellous golf environment.
Some courses insist on players producing a handicap certificate, but others do not and there are opportunities for players of all abilities. Golf clinics offered by some clubs/courses, aimed both at those wishing to learn and those seeking to improve their game.