Scottish Bridge Union Autumn Congress
Sentido 5 Star Aegean Pearl 4 Star Pearl Beach CRETE 14 October 2021
A National Red/Green Point Event
The 5 Star Sentido Aegean and adjacent 4 Star Pearl Beach Hotel offer a fantastic location. There is a short, easy, flat walk to the Bridge room. Both hotels sit next to a gently sloping sandy beach at the end of the promenade, close to the picturesque historic centre of Rethymnon. Enjoy the Greek feeling in town and relax at the beach. You will be surrounded by beautifully landscaped, typically Greek gardens with two freshwater swimming pools. The City centre is just 2 km away from the hotel. Crete is a treasure chest of archaeological jewels worth seeing and marvelling at in places like Knossos, Phaistos and Gortys. This cradle of western civilisation also attracts visitors with its beautiful landscapes full of picturesque towns especially Rethymon, Chersonissos and Agios Nikolaos. Rethymnon is also regarded as the island’s cultural centre, and is home to many museums. Cost per person for 7 Nights: Half board Incuding evening drinks Bridge Fees Single supplement Including direct transfers (flights not included - see * below)
4 Star £559pp £105pp £9.99pp
5 Star £599pp £105pp £17.99pp
Upgrades available prices on request, options include, sea view, superior rooms & suites. * Flights are not included. There are low cost flights to Heraklion from Glasgow, Edinburgh and many other regional UK airports. Booking your own flight allows you to tailor your stay and include extra nights, subject to availability. Paying the Bridge Fee will secure your Booking. Payment for your Hotel accommodation is due on arrival, however booking terms Apply from 49 days prior to arrival. To reserve your place please phone us on the numbers below. Bridge Overseas Ltd is ATOL protected and can assist you with your flight booking Including providing you with printed tickets and boarding cards. Guaranteed Events Ltd 16-18 Mary Street Porthcawl CF36 3YA 2
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The Pearl Beach 4 Star Hotel is situated at the end of the famous Rethymnon Beach Promenade. It overlooks the Mediterranean and is within walking distance (2.2 Km – 1.3 miles) of the attractions and activities in the heart of the town. Only the beach promenade separates the hotel from the sandy beach. It is 50 metres to local shops, bars, restaurants, taverns and cafes. The 148 rooms of the Pearl Beach are spread across one ground floor and 2 two storey buildings. There are 2 Restaurants,1 Bar, Adults’ Swimming Pool, Gym & Wellness Centre, Indoor Pool, Jewellery Shop and Outdoor Car parking which is free of charge. The private sandy beach (blue flag) has a service area for snacks and drinks. Aegean Pearl 5 Star Hotel is a one-of-a-kind holiday resort, also situated at the end of the Rethymnon Beach Promenade. It overlooks the Mediterranean and is within walking distance (2.2 km – 1.3 miles) from the heart of the town. Only the beach promenade separates the hotel from the sandy beach. A 2 minute stroll will take you to local shops, bars, taverns, restaurants, and coffee-shops. The 112 rooms of the Aegean Pearl offer a high level of comfort and are spread across one ground floor and 2 two storey buildings. Double Rooms available include a garden/land view, a side sea view or a private pool & sea view. Also Family maisonette-style suites with a garden/land or sea view and suites with a sea view. Frances McKeon and Robert Clow - SBU Congress Convenors Details of trips and excursions to follow shortly.
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The Scottish Bridge Union Autumn Congress
PROGRAMME Thursday 14th
8.00pm - 11.15pm
Pre-Congress Pairs
Afternoon Free Friday 15th
Swiss Pairs Session 1 8.00pm – 11.15pm 2.00pm – 5.15pm
Saturday 16th
Open Teams Swiss Pairs Session 2 8.00pm – 11.15pm Afternoon Free
Sunday 17th
Swiss Pairs Session 3 8.00pm – 11.15pm 2.00pm – 5.15pm
Men’s, Ladies and Mixed Pairs Swiss
8.00pm – 11.15pm
Teams Session 1
Monday 18th
Afternoon Free Tuesday 19th
Swiss Teams Session 2 8.00pm – 11.15pm 2.00pm – 5.15pm
Open Teams followed by Prize Giving Cocktail Party
8.00pm
Party Bridge (no Red points)
Wednesday 20th
Master Points National (Red/Green) Master Points will be awarded for all events ** based on the Scottish Bridge Union National Congress scale. **Note not Party Bridge. Dress Code For all evening sessions players are expected to dress smartly; i.e. shorts or jeans and T-shirts are not permitted. The person making the application is responsible for ensuring partners and/or team mates are aware of this dress code. 4
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