{"id":14744,"date":"2025-11-21T10:29:25","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T10:29:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.valedolobo.com\/?p=14744"},"modified":"2025-11-27T16:19:22","modified_gmt":"2025-11-27T16:19:22","slug":"new-golf-season-in-full-swing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.valedolobo.com\/en\/resort\/news\/new-golf-season-in-full-swing\/","title":{"rendered":"New Golf Season in Full Swing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vale do Lobo welcomed the start of the 2025\/2026 golf season with the traditional <strong>Captains\u2019 Drive-In<\/strong> on 1st November, marking the official introduction of the new Golf Club Captains, <strong>Od\u00edlia Parry and Robert Parry<\/strong>. More than 120 Golf Club Members gathered for the occasion, embracing friendly competition and the excitement of the season ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The event began with the Captains presenting their opening drive, setting the tone for a spirited day on the course. Members then took to the fairways, showcasing their skills and enjoying the camaraderie that defines the Vale do Lobo golfing community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the competition, players headed to <strong>Spikes<\/strong> for a celebratory dinner, where outstanding cuisine and a relaxed atmosphere provided the perfect setting to unwind and connect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking ahead, one of the major highlights of the new season will be the <strong>Vale do Lobo Amateur Week<\/strong>, taking place from <strong>18th to 24th January 2026<\/strong>. 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