Strategic leadership appointment and premium product enhancements reinforce continued growth under Troon
Algarve, Portugal – Salgados Golf Club in Portugal’s Algarve is continuing its strong momentum under Troon management with further strategic investment focused on enhancing the overall guest experience, building on a highly successful 2025 under the global management company.
As part of its ongoing commitment to operational excellence and exceptional service, Salgados has strengthened its on-site leadership team with the appointment of experienced Troon professional Jan Kronus as Operations Manager. Kronus brings a wealth of international expertise, having spent more than five years at the award-winning PGA National Czech Republic, a DP World Tour host venue, where he played a key role in delivering exceptional guest experiences and operational standards.
In addition to strengthening the team, Salgados Golf Club has further enhanced its on-course offering through the introduction of new Callaway Quantum rental sets. Delivered through Troon’s Preferred Vendor Agreement, the upgraded equipment ensures guests have access to premium, tour-quality products, aligning with Troon’s commitment to delivering best-in-class experiences across its global portfolio.
“We are pleased to continue building on the strong foundations established at Salgados Golf Club with further investments that directly enhance the guest experience,” said Troon Senior Vice President Ricardo Catarino. “The appointment of Jan Kronus brings proven leadership and operational expertise to the team, while the introduction of new premium rental equipment further elevates the quality of the overall offering. These enhancements reflect our continued focus on delivering exceptional service, improving operational standards and supporting our client’s long-term vision for Salgados as a must-play golf destination in the Algarve.”
Troon, the world’s largest golf and golf-related hospitality management company, was appointed by Highgate Portugal in August 2023 to oversee golf operations, agronomy, and sales and marketing at Salgados Golf Club. Since then, the facility has undergone significant transformation, including major investment into infrastructure, operational improvements, and revenue growth strategies.
With continued investment in both people and product, Salgados Golf Club is well positioned to further strengthen its reputation as one of the Algarve’s most enjoyable and accessible golf experiences, combining outstanding playing conditions with exceptional service standards.
Located on the Algarve coast near Salgados Beach and Salgados Lagoon Nature Reserve, the 18-hole Salgados Golf Club sits among an award-winning selection of on-site Highgate Portugal accommodation options, which recently joined the esteemed Marriott Hotels & Resorts portfolio in 2025: Algarve Marriott Salgados Golf Resort & Spa; Marriott Residences Salgados Resort, Algarve; and Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve. All properties have benefited from redesigns and refurbishments across their accommodation, public spaces and food and beverage outlets to offer the exceptional amenities synonymous with Marriott locations.
For more information on Salgados Golf Club, visit www.salgadosgolf.com. For more information about Troon International and its portfolio of managed properties, visit www.troon.com.
About Troon
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon is the world’s largest golf and golf-related hospitality management company, providing services at locations in 45-plus states and 40-plus countries. In addition to private, daily fee, resort and municipal golf, Troon specializes in homeowner association management, private residence clubs, estate management and associated hospitality venues. Troon’s family of brands includes Troon Golf, Troon Privé, Troon International, Indigo Sports, CADDIEMASTER, ClubUp, Cliff Drysdale Tennis, True Club Solutions, RealFood Hospitality, Strategy & Design and RF DesignStudio, ICON Management and Eventive Sports. For additional news and information, visit www.Troon.com.
About Highgate, in Portugal
Highgate, a multinational hotel management, investment, technology and development company, has strengthened its presence in Europe through the creation of Highgate Portugal and currently has a portfolio of fourteen hotels and three golf courses spread across the Algarve, Lisbon, Sesimbra and Porto. The portfolio includes branded hotels operating under the Marriott, Hilton and IHG groups, as well as several notable independent hotels, such as the NAU Hotels & Resorts, Palácio do Governador – Lisbon Hotel & Spa and the Sesimbra Oceanfront Hotel. Assets under management include boutique lifestyle hotels, full-service city hotels, luxury seaside resorts and large convention spaces.
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