17H30 - Welcome Cocktail (1 glass of wine or beer included)
Draw for Round 1
January 28th, Thursday
09:52- Round 1 at Laranjal
Format: 2 Player Texas Scramble
January 29th, Friday
09:52 - Round 2 at Quinta do Lago North
Format: 2 Player Betterball Stableford
January 30th, Saturday
09:52 - Round 3 at Quinta do Lago South
Format: 2 Player Betterball Stableford
19H30 - Prize Giving Dinner
Format:
Teams of 2 players
See each competition day
Prizes:
Trophy & Prize for the Overall Winner Team
Included:
Welcome Tapas Party (1 glass of wine or beer included)
3 Rounds of Golf:
1x Quinta do Lago North
1x Quinta do Lago South
1x Laranjal
Prize-giving dinner
Trophy and Prizes
Tournament Only & Social events - 480€ per player
Non player (social events only) - 65€ (Welcome Tapas Party + Prize Giving Dinner)
Accomodation Package:
4 Nights accommodation
Daily Buffet Breakfast
Welcome Tapas Party (1 glass of wine or beer included)
Prize Giving Dinner
3 Rounds of Golf:
1x Quinta do Lago North
1x Quinta do Lago South
1x Laranjal
Rates per person, sharing a Twin/Studio room:
TBA
SPECIAL DEALS:
Airport transfers and car rental on request
10th Edition Tee Times Open Pairs Championship 2027
Sign up for the 10th edition of this exciting 3-day pairs amateur competition, which will be held on January 28th, 29th, and 30th of 2027.
Book as a team of 2 players and play 3 of the most b>charismatic and challenging Algarve Golf Courses: Quinta do Lago North, South and Laranjal.
Golf Competition
Quinta do Lago Laranjal Golf Course Quinta do Lago, Algarve
Laranjal golf course is Jorge Santana da Silva's design for Quinta do Lago, the third course to open at the resort, arriving in 2009. It's routed through what was once an orange grove in the Ludo Valley, a couple of kilometres from the main estate, and takes its name from laranja, Portuguese for orange. In 2011 it was voted best golf course at the Portuguese Travel Awards.
The layout runs against type: five par-5s, eight par-4s and five par-3s, for a par 72 stretching to around 6,480 metres. The ground is flat, with no severe slopes, and easy to walk. Tree cover here is lighter than at Quinta do Lago's other two courses, with orange trees, cork oaks and umbrella pines set more for character than containment. Water spreads across both nines and gathers on the back, where the 16th, a par-5, plays as the signature hole, with several lakes putting a premium on placement over power.
The clubhouse holds a restaurant and snack bar, and there's a driving range and academy with resident professionals, along with a pro shop. Buggies come fitted with GPS, though there's no locker room on site. Book a round at the newest of Quinta do Lago's three courses, and one with a character all its own. (...)
Quinta do Lago North course Quinta do Lago, Algarve
The North course at Quinta do Lago wears its history well. Laid out originally in 1974 and expanded through the late 1980s, it was reborn in 2014 after a €9.6 million rebuild led by architect Beau Welling and former Ryder Cup captain Paul McGinley, one of the most thorough renovations any Algarve course has seen. The result plays every bit as sharp as that investment suggests.
The layout runs anti-clockwise through corridors of umbrella pines, and it rewards a golfer who can shape the ball right to left. Sandy, natural terrain and spring wildflowers give it a wilder character than its manicured neighbours, while the bunkering, rebuilt from scratch in the renovation, is some of the most exacting in the region. The par-4 12th is the hole most golfers remember: a lake runs the length of the fairway and reaches almost to the green, forcing a long, precise iron into a well-guarded target. Water returns to close out the round on the 18th, so there is little room to relax at either end.
Facilities include a full driving range, a resident academy, and a clubhouse restaurant overlooking the course. The North pairs naturally with its more famous sibling, the South, for golfers looking to sample both sides of Quinta do Lago's reputation in one trip. For anyone who enjoys a course that plays as good as it looks, this is one of the region's genuine tests. (...)
Quinta do Lago South Course Quinta do Lago, Algarve
The South Course is William F. Mitchell's original design for Quinta do Lago, part of the 27 holes he laid out in 1974 that also gave the resort's North Course its first nine. It's the estate's founding layout, set among umbrella pines beside the Ria Formosa Natural Park, and it hosted the Portuguese Open eight times between 1976 and 2001, Colin Montgomerie among the winners with a course-record 63 in 1989.
It's a par-72 of around 6,500 metres, run as two anti-clockwise loops: the front nine rewards a draw, the back nine a fade. Elevated tees, rolling fairways, and doglegs, three of them sharp, keep the tee shot honest throughout. Water shows up mostly on the back nine, though the 3rd is worth minding early, a risk-reward par-4 with a lake down the left. The signature hole is the 15th, a long par-3 played entirely over water with the Atlantic in view beyond it.
The buggy isn't essential here, and the resort adds a driving range, an academy, a clubhouse restaurant and snack bar, locker room and pro shop. Book a round at the course European Tour pros still call their favourite in the Algarve, and the one every other Quinta do Lago layout is measured against. (...)
Competition Hotels Suggestions
The Magnolia Hotel Quinta Do Lago, Algarve
Unwind by the outdoor swimming pool, maintain your routine in the fully equipped fitness centre, or perfect your swing on nearby championship golf courses. Tennis enthusiasts can enjoy the courts, while the health club invites you to indulge in revitalising wellness treatments. Families and couples alike will find their rhythm, with tailored experiences and easy access to the region’s top attractions.
Thanks to the hotel’s complimentary shuttle, you are just moments from the elegant Quinta do Lago shopping centre and the golden sands of Garrão Beach. Located only 16 kilometres from Faro Airport, Magnolia Golf & Wellness Hotel is the ideal base to explore the Algarve, combining sophistication, nature, and unforgettable moments in one truly aspirational getaway. (...)
Hyatt Regency Vilamoura Algarve (Ex Dom Pedro Vilamoura) Vilamoura, Algarve
For golfers, the location is exceptional. Within minutes, you have access to the iconic Vilamoura golf courses, including The Els Club, Old Course, Millennium, Pinhal, and Laguna. Each round brings a different challenge, framed by immaculate fairways and the unmistakable Algarve light. After the game, the Spa Aquae becomes a welcome ritual, with a heated indoor pool, jacuzzi, and treatments designed to restore tired muscles.
Families and groups find their own rhythm here, with gardens, outdoor pools, entertainment programs, and spaces designed for all ages. Rooms open onto private balconies overlooking the sea or gardens, inviting slow mornings and calm evenings. (...)
Vila Galé Ampalius Vilamoura Vilamoura, Algarve
Days at Vila Galé Ampalius can be filled with whatever inspires you. Take a dip in the indoor or outdoor swimming pools, practice your swing at nearby golf courses, or explore the coast on a rental bike or car. The spa and wellness centre provide moments of indulgent relaxation, while children enjoy fun-filled animation shows. For culture and discovery, Falésia Beach, the Casino of Vilamoura, and the Roman Ruins of Cerro da Vila are all just minutes away. Here, every stay becomes a seamless blend of leisure, discovery, and the unforgettable beauty of the Algarve. (...)
