PT Golf blog, stories, guides and news
Fresh updates from our team in Portugal and Spain.
PT Golf – New Accommodation in Southern Lisbon!
In our latest newsletter, you'll find news about our new luxury accommodation Seixal Harbor Apartments in Lisbon, as well as our 2026 summer tournaments. Read the full newsletter here →
Quinta de Ria – an Algarve Classic Making Its Way Back to Top Form
When you think of golf in eastern Algarve, Quinta de Cima is always on the list. The course is known as the more challenging sister course to Quinta da Ria – has undergon a phase of recovery and transformation. All images are from February 2026.
Golf Gems in Western Spain – Variety, History and Challenge
Playing golf in western Andalusia is something truly special. Here, historic courses sit alongside modern championship facilities, the salty winds of the coast mingle with the scent of pine and olive trees, and leisurely rounds coexist with genuine tests for the experienced golfer. Whether you're seeking a classic parkland course, a tactical links layout or a course designed by some of golf's greatest names, all of this awaits within easy reach of our accommodations.
The Golf Courses of the Cádiz Area
The Cádiz area offers everything a long-stay golfer could wish for – wonderful weather, beautiful surroundings with plenty of attractions, and of course several excellent golf courses, each with its own character and charm. With around fifteen courses nearby, it can be difficult to know where to start. Here is our guide, straight from us golf hosts to you!
Golf in Murcia with Susanne & Kenny – Our Personal Course Favourites
Murcia offers sunshine, warmth and genuinely excellent golf courses – each with its own character and charm. For many of our guests, it's their first time here, and the question often comes up: Which course is best? The answer, of course, depends on who you ask – and perhaps on the day's form. We who write this, Susanne and Kenny, are your golf hosts on the ground. We have played all the courses many times and share here our completely personal impressions and little tips.
The Courses in Pulpí
Playing golf in Pulpí (Almería, Spain) is quite different from home. Here you'll encounter spectacular views, desert landscapes, holes near the sea and palm-lined fairways – all within easy reach of our accommodations. Here are our four favourite courses in the area – each with its own character and charm.
Winds of Change at Espiche – Course Upgrades and New Flavours at Gecko
Espiche Golf in western Algarve is already a favourite with many of our guests – not least for its natural setting and relaxed atmosphere. Now a series of exciting improvements are underway that will enhance the experience further, both on the course and at the table. A better playing experience – a course for the future.
Golf on Costa del Sol – Our Favourites from Estepona and Beyond
Costa del Sol boasts a fantastic mix of golf courses – from classic parkland layouts to technical challenges and courses with views so stunning they might just distract you from your game. We'd love to share our personal impressions of some of the courses our guests play most often – and which we ourselves never tire of.
Quinta do Vale Steps Up – Golf Joy and Big News in Eastern Algarve
In eastern Algarve, where Portugal almost becomes Spain, lies one of our most memorable golf courses – Quinta do Vale. It is dramatic, beautiful and designed by none other than Seve Ballesteros. But it also has a reputation. Some (we suspect after a tough scorecard…) have jokingly called it 'Tvi Vale'. And yes – it has occasionally been a course that tested both patience and ball supplies.
More Than Golf – What Makes PT Golf Unique
A golf trip doesn't begin on the first tee – it begins in the planning of your visit. We know this at PT Golf, because we've been doing this for a very long time. It's everything around it that makes the visit memorable: the people you meet, the places you discover, the food you eat, and the moments after your golf round.
Pack Smart and Live Well – Tips from Our Experienced Long-Stay Travellers
What should you actually bring when you're away for a month or more? And what is it that makes you want to come back, year after year? We asked two simple questions to some of our most loyal long-stay travellers. The result? A treasure trove of smart, charming and personal tips for an easier and richer life on the ground.
How to Book – Your PT Golf Journey, Step by Step
Booking a trip with PT Golf should be as smooth as sinking a one-metre putt (well – almost). You don't need to log in anywhere, you don't need to pay for the entire trip upfront, and you'll always have personal contact with our booking agents. Here's how it works.