GET TO KNOW PORTUGAL
The no. 1 destination in Southern Europe
Portugal is famous amongst top European football clubs and other sports by providing top quality training camp facilities and services. From superb football pitches and training facilities to top quality hotel providers, who cater not only to provide a stellar level of comfort and privacy but they are also accustomed to welcome sports teams and their unique needs.
But more than that, the superb climate that Portugal enjoys throughout most of the year claims top spot. Some of Portugal’s regions, such as the Algarve, are even renowned for offering more than 300 days of sunshine per year
Portugal is also very well served in terms of airports and ground transportation. Connected to most major European cities through a short 2 – 3 hour flight, in Portugal you can find international airports in Faro, serving the Algarve and southern Portugal; Lisbon, the capital, located in the centre of Portugal; and Oporto, serving the northern regions of Portugal.
Over the years, Portugal has also gained fantastic reputation in the art of hospitality. A renowned trait of the Portuguese, who take great pride in welcoming visitors into the country. In 2017 and 2018, Portugal was even voted World’s Leading Destination at the famous “Oscars of Tourism”, the World Travel Awards. Adding to that it is a safe country, with a privileged geographical position and very amicable international relations.
The quality of the service is also a key asset in Portugal’s general appeal, with a superb offer in terms of 4 and 5-star hotels and training facilities, which will certainly provide you and your team with all the privacy you require and the most outstanding conditions to make the most out of your sports camps.
Why Portugal is the perfect choice for your next training camp:
- Superb weather: 300+ days of sunshine each year
- Easily accessible: under 3 hours’ flight from most European cities
- State-of-the-art training facilities throughout the country
- High-quality 4-star and 5-star hotels
Explore the South of Portugal
With its warm climate all year round. fantastic hotels and superb football pitches, the Algarve is the perfect option for training camps all year round.
Explore the Centre of Portugal
Extremely accessible via the Lisbon International Airport, in the centre of Portugal you can find the most tranquil settings for your training camp.
Explore the North of Portugal
One of the most hospitable and breathtaking regions in Portugal, with the added bonus of a vast number of football and other sports teams to compete with during your camp.
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