Portugal named World’s Best Golf Destination at 2026 World Golf Awards

Portugal has been honored as the ‘World’s Best Golf Destination’ at the 2026 World Golf Awards. The recognition highlights the country's standing in the global golf tourism industry. Additionally, Portugal’s Silver Coast was named the ‘World’s Best Emerging Golf Destination’.

At the same ceremony, the Santo da Serra Golf Club in Madeira achieved a significant milestone, winning the ‘World’s Best Par 3 Hole 2026’ award. This marks the third consecutive year the club’s Par 3 hole has received this distinction, following wins in 2024 and 2025.

The 13th annual World Golf Awards were hosted at the Madinaty Golf Club in Egypt, marking the first time the event has been held on the African continent.