Castro Marim Golf Guadiana Course

Prepare for a tricky round. The bunkers, fast greens, elevated tees, and doglegs mean this course will challenge all handicaps. Even the seasoned pro is tested.

The exciting variety of terrain will force a different tactic on each hole, so grab your clubs, get the squad together, and discover who has the highest golfing IQ.

Course

The tree-lined 2nd fairway is harshly narrow. Favour a hybrid for accuracy, this par-4 is shorter than usual, so distance isn't a concern.

On the 4th, the generous fairway invites a scorcher off the tee-but you should favour the left to avoid the drink. If you lay before the bunkers, get under the ball, and hit the pin.

Hole 8, a par-3 at 183 yards, requires an extra club to clear the lake and cover yardage on the fairway. A slight dogleg hides the green. If you avoid the two large bunkers, there shouldn't be any trouble.

For the 11th, this par-4 holds a birdie opportunity. If you cover enough distance with your driver, the approach to the open dancefloor shouldn't cause issues. No pressure.

The closing hole is a wide par-4. As it's uphill, take an extra club on the second stroke and hit the green on the 3rd.

Clubhouse

Life feels complete with a pint in hand, discussing the action from the round, and soaking up the Mediterranean sun on a 19th-hole terrace.