For those seeking a perfect golf holiday Algarve in the south of the country has the greatest variety & quantity of resorts in the country. Many visitor base themselves in Vilamoura to play one of the several Oceanico courses along with some real gems like Vale do Lobo.

From this base it is also easy to take day-trips east to play Jack Nicklaus’ Monte Rei and the Quinta De Cima course. Alternatively, head west for some real gems like the Oceanico O’Connor course, the Oceanico Faldo (with its uniquely desert-style design course) or experience the challenging hill-side Parque Da Floresta with its magnificent views.

For a good mix of golf with culture many golfers settle in Lisbon and explore the surrounding Estoril region. There are a dozen golf resorts nearby along with some truly memorable courses. Praia d’El Rey is probably the most famous course but the challenging Quinta da Marinha has some wonderful holes and the tough links course at Troia is an adventure to get to (by ferry) and can play very long once the wind is up.

The tropical island of Madeira off the Portuguese/African coast only has three courses to play. Visitors mainly go for the great weather, volcanic scenery and ocean views. It is definitely a unique golfing experience playing the 27-hole Santo da Serra as it makes its way around volcanic hillsides and picturesque valleys.

Finally, the Oeste region is a little sparse in terms of golf courses. The area has only recently embraced golf and golf tourism. That said, if you want a holiday with scenic drives and quaint villages then the region will reward you as you seek out some the regions great courses such as Rainha Golf & Spa, Falesia d’El Rey, Vimeiro and Paimogo.

Mexican Culture

Mexican culture is a true melting pot. The original Mexicans were an Indian people with their own specific culture. Mexico also has strong Spanish ties indeed the language spoken is Spanish and the Christian religion and traditions are practiced throughout the whole country. Although there are still people of purely Mexican Indian descent and some of purely Spanish descent, the majority of the population is known as mestizo which is a combination of Mexican and Spanish.

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It’s  a well known and lazy cultural stereotype – that of the lazy Mexican lazing in the sun not allowing anything to hurry him, however, the legend does have it’s roots in some reality. The temperament of the people is very laid back and buses or trains do not always run on time. It sometimes seems that things can break down all too frequently as well. While this can be frustrating at first to the visitor, it’s best to try and sync with the mind set of the locals and try and relax. You’ll get there in the end!

Holidays Weather

Mexico is now an all year round holidays destination, although December is the busiest month of the year for beach visitors to Cancun and around. It would be advised to avoid the rainy season , which to all intents and purposes is summer, which runs from roughly June to October. During this time of the year, unexpected downpours can materialise out of nothing which could dampen your day at the beach. The best time of year to visit is probably November when the air is at it’s freshest and the the climate is quite pleasing.