The Golf Course Association Europe (GCAE) has introduced a new leadership platform designed to get golf's decision-makers talking to each other, rather than only within their own corner of the industry. The initiative, called The 19th Room, held…
If you run a golf club or resort, the story of European Tour Destinations in 2025 is not simply industry news. It is a case study in how collective positioning translates into individual commercial gain. And the numbers…
Golf travel has been transforming in the last few years. While traditional strongholds such as Spain and Scotland continue to attract steady demand, international golfers are now seeking options beyond established circuits, allowing them to embark on distinctive,…
When Troon — the world's largest golf management company — was handed the keys to Salgados Golf Club in August 2023, the brief was ambitious: transform a scenic but underperforming Algarve property into a "must-play destination" within a…
There is a quiet revolution underway in how the golf world decides what is excellent. Not in the editorial suites of storied golf publications, not in the committee rooms of national federations, but on the smartphones and laptops…
When The Els Club Vilamoura hosts the PGA TOUR Champions (from July 27-August 2, 2026), it will not simply stage a prestigious tournament—it will mark a structural shift in the geography of elite senior professional golf. As the…
Today is more than the start of a new tournament—it signals a defining moment for Portuguese golf. The inaugural Rolear Algarve Classic, boasting an impressive $100,000 prize purse, tees off at the O’Connor Jr. Course at the stunning…
A few weeks ago, I was thrilled to receive an invitation from 54, the communications agency for Details – Hospitality, Sports, Leisure. They invited me on a FAM trip to Vilamoura Golf. As a passionate admirer of Portugal…
Today, responsible golf clubs committed to sustainability have the opportunity to select from three prominent sustainability programs: The GEO Foundation for Sustainable Golf offers a comprehensive certification program that encompasses various aspects, including ecological preservation, water management, energy…
DETAILS, a hospitality and sports platform owned by Arrow Global, believes that improving facilities and enhancing the customer experience offer significant growth opportunities. With this strategy, DETAILS also aims to solidify its status as one of the leading…
I want to see more golf clubs and resorts incorporating ESG into their core business strategy. Sustainability is no longer an optional consideration for golf clubs and resorts! According to a report by Booking.com, 83% of travelers (including…
Have you ever noticed how often our friends mention skipping certain cities or vacation spots just because they worry about the crowds? Despite the benefits of increased tourism, residents are directly experiencing its downsides, too. A Hotelbeds study…
If the reviews on Leadcourses.com are to be believed (average rating 7.5/10), the golf club really needs improvement. Salgados Golf Club in Algarve, Portugal, has just announced a €3.2 million facility renovation initiative, including upgrades to its 18-hole golf course and golf…
In 2018, I presented at the Share Algarve conference in Vilamoura and stayed at the Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort. The hotel's incorporation of local culture and Portuguese design into its architecture and proximity to the Dom Pedro Victoria…
The Old Course at Dom Pedro Golf Vilamoura is probably the most popular of the Dom Pedro Golf venues. During these months, the golf club undergoes an extensive renovation. In 2018, when I spoke at the Share Algarve…
Arrow Global, a leading European vertically integrated asset manager, acquired three Vilamoura hotels – Dom Pedro Portobelo, Dom Pedro Marina, and Dom Pedro Vilamoura – along with five flagship Vilamoura golf courses – Old Course, Pinhal, Laguna, Millennium,…
Ladies and gentlemen, golf enthusiasts from around the globe, it is with profound pleasure and immense pride that we make a resounding proclamation: Portugal has been awarded the distinguished title of the "2023 Best Golf Destination in the…
The tour operator sector is probably the most behind technologically. A recent survey by Arival of more than 3,500 businesses found that more than half of day tour operators are still not using an online booking system. This is not efficient for…
I first heard about Ombria Resort in the Algarve in 2018 at the conference of the Portuguese National Golf Industry Council, where I participated as a speaker. Since then, many things from Ombria Resort's plans have been realized…
This year's tourism trends are very favorable for Madeira's golf clubs. If the local golf clubs take advantage skillfully these trends, they can win a lot. I am thinking of these tourism trends: The demand for change in…