The prestigious accolade, announced at the 13th World Golf Awards in Cairo, Egypt, is accompanied by a further 16 international distinctions, reinforcing Portugal’s position as one of the world’s leading golf tourism destinations.
CAIRO, EGYPT – November 2026 – Portugal has once again been recognised on the global stage, having been named World’s Best Golf Destination 2026 at the 13th edition of the World Golf Awards, held in Cairo, Egypt. The country also secured a further 16 awards across various categories, underlining its outstanding reputation and continued international appeal as a premier destination for golf tourism.
The latest success reinforces Portugal’s position at the forefront of the global golf travel industry, recognising the quality, diversity and international competitiveness of its golf offering, alongside the exceptional hospitality and tourism infrastructure for which the country is renowned.
With 98 golf courses spread across seven distinct tourism regions, Portugal offers an impressive variety of golfing experiences, from spectacular coastal links and championship layouts to picturesque parkland courses set against some of Europe’s most beautiful landscapes. Complemented by a comprehensive portfolio of quality accommodation, gastronomy, culture and leisure experiences, the country continues to attract golfers from its key international source markets.
The recognition also highlights the strategic importance of golf tourism to Portugal’s wider tourism economy. The segment plays a valuable role in diversifying the national tourism offer, enhancing the quality and competitiveness of the destination, and encouraging travel beyond the traditional peak summer season. By attracting visitors throughout the year and across different regions, golf tourism makes an important contribution to more balanced and sustainable tourism development.
Sustainability remains an increasingly important priority in the continued development of Portugal’s golf offering. Golf courses across the country have opportunities to lead through responsible environmental management, including the efficient use of water and energy, waste reduction and the sustainable management of natural resources. These initiatives are essential to preserving Portugal’s natural landscapes while ensuring the long-term quality and competitiveness of its golf tourism product.
The World Golf Awards are held annually to celebrate and recognise excellence across the international golf tourism industry. Winners are determined through a global voting process involving golf industry professionals, representatives of the media and consumers from around the world, making the awards an important benchmark of international recognition.
Portugal’s latest achievement, together with its additional 16 distinctions, further strengthens its reputation as a world-class golf destination and reflects the collective commitment of the country’s golf courses, resorts, tourism organisations and industry partners.
For further information and the complete list of winners from the 13th World Golf Awards, visit the official World Golf Awards website.
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