# Portugal recognition at World Golf Awards

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/portugal-recognition-at-world-golf-awards
> Updated: 2026-11-09T23:29:54.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Portugal received several honors at the 13th annual World Golf Awards held in Egypt. The country was named the ‘World’s Best Golf Destination’, while its Silver Coast was recognized as the ‘World’s Best Emerging Golf Destination’. 

In total, Portugal secured 17 awards covering golf courses, hotels, and infrastructure. Notable individual honors included the Santo da Serra Golf Club in Madeira winning ‘World’s Best Par 3 Hole 2026’, and the Terras da Comporta project in Alentejo being named the ‘World’s Best Eco-Friendly Golf Facility 2026’. These accolades highlight the nation's growing focus on sustainability and its standing in the global golf tourism industry.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-09: Portugal named World’s Best Golf Destination at World Golf Awards

Portugal won 17 honors at the World Golf Awards, including Best Golf Destination in the World and Best Eco-Friendly Golf Facility for the Terras da Comporta project.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/portugal-named-worlds-best-golf-destination-at-world-golf-awards

### 2026-11-07: Portugal named World’s Best Golf Destination at 2026 World Golf Awards

Portugal has been named the World’s Best Golf Destination at the 2026 World Golf Awards, while Santo da Serra Golf Club won Best Par 3 Hole for the third consecutive year.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/portugal-named-worlds-best-golf-destination-at-2026-world-golf-awards

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