The Dunas Douradas Beach (Garrão Poente) and the “7 Maravilhas – Praias de Portugal” competition

We are very proud to announce that the Dunas Douradas beach (Garrão Poente) has been nominated as a candidate in a prestigious “7 wonders – Beaches of Portugal” competition. It has been selected in the category of "beaches with sand dunes", amongst 53 other Portuguese beaches.

The promoters of the competition are: the Ministry of the Environment; thePortuguese Marines; the European Blue Flag Association; the League for the Protection of Nature; GEOTA; Quercus; e SOS – Save the Waves.

The process will be initiated by 70 specialists who will choose 70 finalists on 27th February based on 7 criteria, namely: the beauty of the beach area, quality of the water, cleanliness, degree of conservation of the local fauna and flora, services provided quality of public space, preservation of local identity and natural conditions for the practice of sports.

In the second phase, a panel of 21 personalities will choose the 21 finalists for public voting with the result being announced on national television (RTP1) on 8th September 2012.

Voting will be done by means of SMS, telephone, internet (www.7maravilhas.pt) or facebook between 7th May and 7th September 2012, so all lovers of the Dunas Douradas Beach, please cast your vote for the "Garrão Poente" beach, to make sure that we are in strong contention for the prize.

Almond blossom in the Algarve

In the last week of January and first week of February, the fields of the Algarve are illuminated by an array of beautiful little white and pink flowers. For those that have not seen it, why not come down to see a different Algarve and take a drive, walk or bicycle ride into the magnificent countryside. There are nice routes to be explored and a different Algarve to be seen.

Book your accommodation at Dunas Douradas Beach Club and have a relaxing time here in the Algarve. We are a beach front luxury 5 star resort that lies in a privileged position in the Algarve's golden triangle; nestled between Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
For more information visit www.ddbc.pt

Christmas Programme at the Beach Club

Dunas Douradas Beach Club wishes all of our owners and guests a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

For more information and reservations, please call 289351300 or e-mail to: recep@ddbc.pt

Brands Hatch Race

On 5th November the second running of the Lotus 1000km race revived the tradition of long-distance racing at Brands Hatch in the United Kingdom.

The race features classes for Elise Trophy and Lotus Cup drivers and once more Dunas Douradas Beach Club was sponsoring a car in the 1000Km race. Our car was driven by Antonio Calado and Michael Duke and achieved an excellent 8th place (out of 40 participants) in the Lotus Elise category and 15th place in the overall rating.

Dunas Douradas Beach Club is proud to be associated with these prestigious races and look forward to continuing sports sponsoring in 2012.

New Year’s Eve Celebration 2011/2012

Theme: Clock Strikes at Midnight

We have prepared another unforgettable night for New Year’s
eve. This year we decided to choose “Clock strikes at Midnight”,
as a theme and create an exciting atmosphere as the new year is
celebrated around the world, reaching a climax as the countdown
progresses in each location.
All the decoration will be a reminder that the time is ticking by
towards 2012.

Entertainment:
- Band “THE BUSINESS”

- Special programme (starting at 7.00pm)

Dress Code:
- BlackTie

Reservations:
- 30% deposit on Reservation

- Cancelations with refund only until 15th December

*(**)Price:
- 120,00€ p/p (adults)
- 60,00€ p/p (from 10 to 16 years old)
- Special Children Menu available (until 10 years old)

*Drinks not included.

A tempting selection of wines and
champagne, at special prices, will be available.
** No discounts allowed.

To see our special new year's party page please follow the link.

To make your reservation call us on 351 289351300 or send us an e-mail.

Charity Bridge Tournament

Saturday 5th November 2011: More than €4,000 was raised for the ACCA Children's Charity in a week long Bridge extraveganza organised by Quinta Jacintina. The week closed with a "Swiss Teams" Tournament at the Dunas Douradas Beach Club, where 72 competitors took part in a six round competition.

Winners of the event were the team comprised of Michael and Cathy Davies, Soheila Munro and Dicky Vanlinden. Prizes were given by the Beach Club CEO, Evy Ougendal.

Thanks are given to the organisers, Susan and Sally, to Mo and Gwenda Daud for their ACCA support and to the tournament Director, Alex. Praise was given by all for the excellent conditions offered by the Beach Club and the efficient catering services of Ricardo and his Beach Club restaurant team.

DDBC Annual Golf Tournament 2011

Laranjal Golf Course
Algarve
21st October 2011

On a beautiful autumn afternoon on the Algarve's most delightful golf course, Laranjal, 40 competitors enjoyed a wonderful time in the Dunas Douradas Beach Club Owner's Touranament. The format was once again a pairs betterball stableford competition.

The DDBC Owners' Trophy was won by Mike and Sheila Orchard with a fantastic 49 points. There were also inovative prizes for the straightest drive, longest drive, nearest the pin and a "beat the Pro" test on the 3rd hole.

Presentation of the prizes was held at the Casa do Lago restaurant in Quinta do Lago, given by the Owners' Association Chairman, Colin Dixon. The winners were handed the perpetual trophy by last year's winner, David Dixon.

The prizegiving was followed by an auction of offers given by local restaurants, golf courses, suppliers and the Apolonia Supermarket that raised €3,640 for the local childrens' orphanage "Casa da Primeira Infância".

Thanks are given to the event organizers and participants for making this day such a great success!