Vintage Hockey Carnival – Barbados
21st - 28th Oct, 2012
Programme:
Please note Departure and Return dates can be changed to fit in with your travel arrangements on request.
Sunday 21st October
Teams depart London Gatwick with Virgin Atlantic or British Airways for your International flight to Bridgetown, Barbados, were you will be met on arrival and transferred to your chosen Carnival accommodation. Early evening, teams will be transferred to the Plantation Restaurant for the spectacular Opening Ceremony including the popular Bajan Roots ‘n’ Rhythms Show. Enjoy a minimum of formalities, a great dinner and a lot of fun.
Monday 22nd October
Morning transfer to the grounds for the 1st round of matches. Games will be played continually during the day and will be of 1 hour duration with a 10 minute break at half-time (25 minute halves). Midday shuttles will be provided to enable teams to travel back to their accommodation after their fixtures or to arrive a little later in anticipation of afternoon matches.
Tuesday 23rd October
Morning transfers to Harbour Master Cruise for an exclusive day long cruise along the beautiful West Coast of the Island including a Bajan Fiesta with lunch and drinks included and the opportunity to enjoy swimming and snorkelling in the clear blue Caribbean Sea.
Wednesday 24th October
Morning transfer to the grounds for the 2nd round of matches. Games will be played continually during the day and will be of 1 hour duration with a 10 minute break at half-time (25 minute halves). Midday shuttles will be provided to enable teams to travel back to their accommodation after their fixtures or to arrive a little later in anticipation of afternoon matches.
Thursday 25th October
A welcome day at leisure with the opportunity to play golf at the excellent Barbados Golf Club, to take any of the various day tours on offer or to relax at your hotel, by the beach or alongside the pool.
Friday 26th October
Morning transfer to the grounds for the 3rd round of matches. Games will be played continually during the day and will be of 1 hour duration with a 10 minute break at half-time (25 minute halves). Midday shuttles will be provided to enable teams to travel back to their accommodation after their fixtures or to arrive a little later in anticipation of afternoon matches.
This evening will be free for a special Bajan experience – an evening at Oistins Fishing Village enjoying the fun, music and local food in the relaxed Barbadian atmosphere.
Saturday 27th October
A day at leisure and the chance to do more sightseeing, relaxing or shopping at the interesting and cute markets in close proximity.
After a relaxing day, transfer early evening to a venue to be advised for a fantastic dinner and dance Barbadian style. The evening will feature very few formalities and plenty of fun to wind up a great week of good hockey, great experiences and creation of new friendships.
Sunday 28th October
Transfer to Grantley Adams International Airport for a sad departure or, if you are one of the lucky ones, continue your holiday on a Caribbean paradise.
Your Virgin Atlantic or British Airways flights depart for your overnight flight to the UK.
Monday 29th October
Early morning arrival into Gatwick Airport and time to say good bye to your fellow travellers.
Packages:
Vintage Hockey has arranged some very favourable hotel rates and accordingly are able to present attractive and cost effective Carnival packages. All visiting teams are required to take the Carnival packages to ensure their participation. Every effort has been made to offer a range of packages to suit all tastes and budgets.
Vintage Carnival package Included:
- 7 nights accommodation at your chosen Carnival Hotel
- 7 Continental breakfasts
- Meet & greet at Grantley Adams International Airport
- Transfers to/from airport upon arrival & departure.
- 3 games of hockey
- Transfers to and from hockey fields
- Opening dinner & show at the Plantation Restaurant
- Mid-week all day cruise including food & beverages
- Closing dinner & awards evening with 3 course meal & beverages
- Carnival polo shirt & cap
- Carnival survival pack & handbook
- Carnival souvenir newspaper
- 1 team photograph per player
Excludes:
- International Flights
- Airport Departure and security tax
- Travel & Sports Insurance
- Optional Sightseeing Tours
- Transfers to/from Gatwick Airport
Full Carnival packages can be purchased along with International flights and overnight accommodation at Gatwick Airport if required from Sporting Destinations.
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