Tony Jacklin visits Palheiro Golf Madeira

On the 13th April one of golf’s greatest players visited Palheiro Golf. Arriving on-board the MS Crystal Serenity, Tony Jacklin was accompanying a group of golfers from the Unites States.
Upon arriving at Palheiro he was full of praise about the course, the set up and the wonderful panoramic views which can be enjoyed from various points. Watching him tee off on the 1st hole Tony, at age 68, showed that he has still got it as his ball landed perfectly in the middle of the fairway. I did follow him for a few holes and it was a real pleasure watching him play, hitting shots that made the game look so easy, and bringing back memories of the good old days.
In 1969, he became the first British player to win The Open Championship for 18 years, winning by two strokes at Royal Lytham & St Annes. The following season he won his second major title, the U.S. Open by seven strokes. It was the only U.S. Open victory by a European player in an 84-year span (1926–2009). He also won eight events on the European Tour between its first season in 1972 and 1982, and his 1968 PGA Tour win at the Jacksonville Open Invitational was the first by a European player on the U.S. Tour since the 1920s; However, Jacklin may be best remembered for his involvement in the Ryder Cup. He was a playing member of the “Great Britain and Ireland” team in 1967, 1969, 1971, 1973, 1975 and 1977, and of the first European team in 1979.
He later served as the non-playing captain of Europe in four consecutive Ryder Cups from 1983 to 1989. He had a 2.5–1.5 won-loss record, captaining his men to their first victory for 28 years in 1985, and to their first ever victory in the United States in 1987. In 2002 he was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. He retired from tournament golf in 2004 at the age of sixty, having won a number of events at senior level.

For further information please contact Jonathan Fletcher.

Jonathan Fletcher
Chairman
Palheiro Golf
Rua do Balancal, nº 29
9060-414 Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
T. +351 291 790 120
F. +351 291 792 456
jonathan.fletcher@palheiroestate.com
www.palheiroestate.com

Monte Palace Tropical Garden in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal is one of most beautiful botanical gardens around the world according to Conde Nast Traveler

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A Flower Festival, Jacaranda trees, a birthday treat, a beautiful island, plus honey cake, the temptation was too much for Anna Hyman and friends.

Madeira em destaque no porta The Foody Traveller / – “Madeira – The Island with Flower Power”

More information about this at http://www.foodytraveller.com/features/europe/287-madeira-the-island-with-flower-power

Funchal, Madeira, February 8, 2013 – The grand prize winner of the Palheiro Estate 2012 Photo Competition is… Mr. Anders Blakstvedt of Norway! Congratulations! His fantastic entry of the sunset reflected in a large pool in one of our luxury villas was a clear favourite.

Mr. Blakstvedt stated that winning the competition was a very nice surprise and said about his photograph:

“A colourful mix of quietness and luxury – and a reflection of our stay in Palheiro Village”

Mr. Blakstvedt used a Canon EOS 650D and EF40mm f/2.8 STM lens to take this photo. The settings were: f/5.6, S 1/60 & ISO 125.

It was a difficult decision for this year’s jury, comprised of:

·        Jonathan Fletcher – Director of Palheiro Estate

·        Chris Szabo – Web design and social media marketing guru -http://www.navegabem.com/

·        Toby Majewski – Graphic / web designer and photography enthusiast

This year’s entries were of a high standard with some very creative compositions taking full advantage of the huge array of opportunities within the Estate.

“It was great to see so many photos of the Estate which we know so well, captured from such different and unique perspectives. It goes to show how a good camera, a keen eye and a bit of quality time spent in a beautiful place can produce some stunning images” – commented Toby.

We would like to congratulate Mr. Blakstvedt and look forward to welcoming him back to Palheiro Village to enjoy his prize.

Also very much deserving of an honourable mention are the runners-up – Jens Dembski  & Artur Gorcz (photographs below) whose submissions caused quite a discussion as to who should take the prize.

We’d also like to thank the everyone who submitted their photos in this year’s competition. It’s been our biggest one so far, and the quality of photography was great. We hope next year’s competition will be even better.

Please note that we will soon be launching the 2013 Photo Competition! So, plan your trip, keep your camera at the ready and we look forward to receiving your submissions.

About Palheiro Estate

Palheiro Estate on Madeira Island enjoys a beautiful hillside location with stunning views of the ocean and the city of Funchal. Since it was acquired by the Blandy family in 1885, successive generations have managed the transition from traditional farming to leisure based activities.

This strong tradition of hospitality and quality continues in all areas today, from golf and the hotel to the gardens and flower business; from real estate to property management and even the sports motor cruiser. The names of Blandy and Palheiro are synonymous with quality on Madeira Island and beyond.

For further information, contact: Toby Majewski at 291 003 690

Palheiro Golf, Madeira Island celebrates 20 years.

In 2013 Palheiro Golf in Madeira Island will be celebrating its 20th year.

For this special year Palheiro Golf has put together a fun program for both visitors and members.

The program starts in April 2013 and comprises of:

Tournaments, Memorabilia, Special Packages and promotions.

Unique tournaments including playing the original layout as well as the Madeira Wine Tournament which has the support of the main Wine Producers on the Island.

As part of the promotions and Palheiro’s ‘grow the game’ philosophy, they will be offering ‘Twenty Free Memberships for 20 year olds’ as well as other unique prizes including a prize for the 20,000 player during the year.

With the help of collaborators over the last 20 years Palheiro golf has put together a collection of memorabilia.  Here you will find some fun photos including some of our more famous visitors including Prince Edward, Ronaldo and Sir Bobby Robson.

There will also be stay and play packages at our luxury hotel or at our stunning self-catering villas and apartments with views over the bay of Funchal.

For further general information please check the dedicated section of the website

http://www.palheirogolf.com/en/20-prog.html

For further press information please contact:

Jonathan Fletcher
Palheiro Golf
Rua do Balancal, nº 29
9060-414 Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
T. +351 291 790 120
F. +351 291 792 456
jonathan.fletcher@palheiroestate.com
www.palheiroestate.com

O Palheiro Golf, na ilha da Madeira, celebra 20 anos.

Em 2013 o Palheiro Golf, na ilha da Madeira celebra o seu 20º aniversário.

Neste ano especial o Palheiro Golf preparou um programa divertido tanto para visitas como para sócios.

O programa começa em Abril de 2013 e inclui:

Torneios, Recordações, Pacotes Especiais e promoções.

Torneios únicos, incluindo uma disputa no traçado original do campo, bem como o Torneio Madeira Wine com o apoio dos principais produtores de vinho da Região.

Incluídos nas promoções, e em linha com a sua filosofia “nutrir o golfe”, serão oferecidas vinte pacotes de sócio a vinte jovens que completem 20 anos no mesmo ano (‘Twenty Free Memberships for 20 year olds’) bem como outros prémios inéditos, incluindo um para o jogador que fizer a 20.000ª volta durante este ano (20,000 player during the year).

Com a ajuda dos seus colaboradores dos últimos 20 anos, o Palheiro Golf juntou uma colecção de recordações (memorabilia). Veja as fotos engraçadas que temos, incluindo algumas das nossas visitas mais ilustres, tais como o Principe Edward, Cristiano Ronaldo e Sir Bobby Robson.

Temos também pacotes de alojamento com greenfees stay and play packages na nossa estalagem de luxo ou nas moradias e apartamentos do nosso aldeamento com vistas maravilhosas sobre a a baía do Funchal.

Para mais informações generalizadas, é favor visitar a secção específica do nosso website

http://www.palheirogolf.com/en/20-prog.html

Para informações de imprensa é favor contactar:

Jonathan Fletcher
Palheiro Golf
Rua do Balancal, nº 29
9060-414 Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
T. +351 291 790 120
F. +351 291 792 456
jonathan.fletcher@palheiroestate.com
www.palheiroestate.com

Madeira Flower Festival 2013

Madeira Flower Festival 2013 – 9th to15th May

Madeira Flower Festival, that takes place every year in the spring.

Children’s Parade (Wall of Hope Ceremony) – The magic of this event starts on Saturday morning, with the Children’s Parade, on which, hundreds of children dressed for the occasion dishallow to the Municipio Square where, a beautiful flower mural is built, symbolically named “the Wall of Hope” (Muro da Esperança).

On Sunday afternoon, the streets of downtown Funchal will be filled with music, colour and soft aromas, through the sumptuous parade comprised by several floats, which harmoniously combine numerous flower species with blooming decorations full of creativity.

Flower Festival History

The Flower Festival had its origins in the Rose Cotillion, which comprised an exhibition / competition of flowers that took place in 1954, at Ateneu Comercial do Funchal. The success of the happening was so huge, that, in the following years this event had a change of name to Flower Festival.

Read More: http://www.visitmadeira.pt

From 1979 onwards, with the purpose of adding value to the exhibition from Ateneu Comercial and give a new impetus to the regional tourism entertainment calendar, the Madeira Tourism Board begins to comprise in the festival calendar the other street manifestations, namely the wall of hope ceremony, the flower parade, the floral competitions – shop window and blooming gardens – and musical displays.

For stays from the 1st of February 2013 till 28th of February the guests receive 15% discount on the following Golf / Spa packages.

Unlimited free daily green fees at Palheiro Golf
Transfers Airport – Hotel upon arrival and departure
Welcome gift upon arrival
Complimentary access to Palheiro Gardens
Complimentary access to Palheiro Spa wet areas
Preferred tee-off times
Free golf bag storage and club cleaning at Palheiro Golf
Santo da Serra and Porto Santo golf available for supplement

Spa Package

- Aromatherapy or Prescriptive Facial (1hr)
- Full Body Balinese Massage (1hr)
- Full Body Wrap Re-mineralising or Detoxifying (1hr)
- Salon Manicure (30mins) – Salon Pedicure (30mins)

- Access to all Palheiro Spa´s facilities which include:

Indoor Heated Hydro Pool, Finnish Sauna,
Turkish Steam Bath, experience showers,
relaxation areas, changing rooms with lockers,
bathrobes, towels.

Fitness Room which includes:

Power Plate with programs, cardio machines,
free weights, stretching mats and exercise balls.

Conservatory where a Snack Bar Menu is available.

Reservations:  reservations.casavelha@palheiroestate.com

MADEIRA …
The island attracts thousands of people to events like the Festival of Flowers in the spring and the New Year’s Eve party with the largest fireworks show in the world.

Casa Velha do Palheiro and Spa this hotel is a graceful luxury 5 star Golf resort with 37 luxurious rooms and a full Spa.

Leisure facilities in the Hotel

Facilities at Casa Velha

• Morning room / Library
• Lounge / Bar
• Sitting room
• Games Room
• Meeting Room / TV Room
• Free WiFi in public areas and garden
• No charge for incoming faxes
• 7 day In-house laundry service
• Dry cleaning (next day service)
• Wake up service
• Multi-lingual hotel personnel
• Medical Doctor on call
• Private Parking
• Golf Adjacent to Palheiro Golf Course
• Palheiro Gardens Free entrance on weekdays
• Big Game Fishing
• Sauna – no charge
• Steam room – no charge
• Fitness room – no charge
• Outdoor and indoor Swimming-pools
• Spa
• Badminton, Croquet, Table tennis
• Billiards
• Card table and Board games
• All weather tennis court – floodlit

Wellness & Spa
• Spa Sauna Facilities
• Spa Treatments
• Caci Ultra Non Surgical Face-Lift
• Spa Packages
• Fitness Facilities
• Spa Sauna Facilities
• Spa Pools ( Outdoor Swimming Pool / Indoor Swimming Pool)
• The Conservatory Bar

With a permanent spring-like climate Madeira is the perfect holiday destination for golf lovers all year round.

Situated close to the famous gardens of Quinta do Palheiro, which date back to the beginning of the nineteenth century and are famous for their wide range of exotic flora, the Palheiro course offers fabulous views over Funchal bay, the sea and the Ilhas Desertas in the distance.

The par-72 course was designed by the architect Cabell Robinson, a former assistant of Robert Trent Jones, who had already done work in Portugal and took care to make the most of the hills, mountain peaks and deep valleys that are a typical feature of the Madeira landscape, in order to provide golfers with an exciting and competitive round.

At the Palheiro course, there are five par-3, nine par-4 and four par-5 holes, including the final hole which leads up to the beautiful clubhouse, built in the Madeira style and offering golfers the chance to relax and enjoy the unforgettable panoramic view over the city of Funchal.

Stay & Play in Madeira

Great packages available at 5 star Hotel Casa Velha and Palheiro Village self catering villas and apartments.

Madeira island a holiday with so much to offer!
Madeira Island is known as the Pearl of the Atlantic, the floating Garden. Madeira welcomes you…

O Clubhouse do Palheiro Golf goza de um espaço único, projectado para ser simultaneamente acolhedor e amplo, com uma das mais fabulosas vistas da ilha. Da sua privilegiada localização sobre a baía do Funchal, oferece deslumbrantes vistas panorámicas tanto das montanhas como do Atlántico.

O ambiente do Clubhouse é sereno e calmo. Durante os meses de inverno, o crepitar da lareira convida à descontracção enquanto que, no verão, muitos são os que aproveitam a varanda para “trabalhar” o bronzeado. Em qualquer altura do ano, saborear uma bebida no Clubhouse do Palheiro Golf, com o Funchal aos seus pés, é a maneira ideal de terminar a sua partida de golfe.

O Palheiro Golf  fica situado na ilha da Madeira, a cerca de 10 km a Leste do Funchal. Gozando de vistas extraordinárias sobre a cidade e a bai­a, o campo está inserido numa quinta com mais de 200 anos, a Quinta do Palheiro Ferreiro.

Informações reservas:

Rua do Balancal nº 29
9060-414 Funchal
Telefon: +351291790120
Fax: +351291792456