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But when you find yourself just a stone's throw away from the legendary Sir Tom Jones, you know it's going to be an unforgettable experience. I found myself at the stunning Pine Cliffs Resort's 21st Summer Gala in Albufeira, Portugal, watching the hip-swinging heartthrob still commanding the stage in his eighth decade. This fantastic sell-out event is the buzz of the town every year, with thousands of hotel guests and locals all scrambling for tickets to the black-tie spectacle.
A wander into the Golf Academy, the venue for the evening, revealed the line-up of the incredible stars who have headlined the event in previous years: Dionne Warwick, Gloria Gaynor, UB40, Michael Bolton, Ne-Yo and Kool and The Gang, to name but a few. This ultra-glamorous evening marked the start of my indulgent short break at one of Europe's top resorts. Pine Cliffs is truly a sight to behold.
Lush green grass, dotted with guests lounging on sunbeds, leads down to striking orange cliffs that appear as though they've been sculpted from clay, reports the Mirror. Pine trees dramatically cling to the craggy sandstone cliffs towering above the acclaimed Felesia Beach, set against a crystal-clear azure sky. Visitors are treated to an unforgettable journey beginning with a spectacular.