… port of Portimao and the historic town of Lagos.
Portugal shares the Iberian peninsular with Spain. It has fine beaches, beautiful castles, charming fishing villages, well-maintained hotels, excellent restaurants and colourful folk tradition. Towards the north, the character is more Celtic, while in the south, Moorish ancestry is apparent. The main tourist attractions are in the capital of Lisbon and Estoril on the west coast and the Algarve to the south.
The Algarve is located to the south of Portugal on the south-west tip of Europe and it is one of Europe's sunniest spot, a unique jewel where the finest beaches and weather on the continent meet traditional historic Portugal.
Summertime is clearly the busiest time of the year, reaching a climax with the popular annual sardine festival in august but the mild climate of the Algarve,and many sunny winter days attract a multinational crowd in all seasons. Golf for instance, can be played even in winter on the Algarve golf courses. exploring the countless shopping opportunities, visiting historical sites, strolling along the riverboulevard or just sipping a drink in a garden bar. Warm seawaters and gorgeous rock formations make the beaches particularly alluring, Praia da Rocha presents itself as a cosmopolitan beach resort where you can join a wide range of beach activities, dine in one of the many excellent national and international restaurants and afterward enjoy the vibrant nightlife for which it is famous.
Once a quiet little town, Lagos is now a thriving fishing port and market centre as well as being one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Algarve. Within walking distances of some superb beaches, the town is also an interesting historical centre.
Set in its own picturesque 360 acre estate, near the little village Alvor, the Penina Golf and Resort offers three golf courses designed by Sir Henry Cotton. There are also floodlit tennis courts, the "Penguin Village" children's club (seasonal) and evening entertainment. At the beach area, which has its own Clubhouse and shuttle bus service, you can enjoy a variety of water-sports in the summer (June-September). The hotel and golf club are unique when it comes to outstanding views, a calm and tranquil setting, and shows nature at its best. Le Meridien Penina Golf and Resort offers a wide range of facilities and services specifically tailored to meet and surpass the expectations of each hotel guest. The nearest town, with shops, local entertainment and a casino, is four kilometres from the resort at Portimao, and Lagos is 12 kilometres away.
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There is a golf course near The Penina Golf and Resort Hotel Pets are welcome to The Penina Golf and Resort Hotel (on request)
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