2nd – 8th February 2022, Qawra, Malta
The Overseas Congress in spring 2022, sponsored by First For Bridge will take place in Qawra, Malta, Wednesday 2nd to Tuesday 8th February. It will be held at the 4* Superior db San Antonio Hotel & Spa, located in the northern part of the island of Malta, right in the heart of Qawra and just 100 metres from the bus terminus which offers direct routes to all areas of Malta. Information on available tours can be seen here.
We are delighted to confirm that this tournament will be going ahead
To enter
The easiest way to enter is online through My EBU. Log-in and select 'Book Events' from the Utilities menu. You can also call 01296 317203, email comps@ebu.co.uk, or post the above booking form. Please ensure that you have booked your accommodation with First For Bridge before booking the bridge - see below for details. Members are not allowed to make other accommodation arrangements.
The bridge fee is £154 and is payable to the EBU.
| Wednesday 2nd | Arrival from UK | |
|---|---|---|
| 8:00pm - 11:15pm | Pre-Congress Pairs | |
| Thursday 3rd | 10:45am | Welcome Meeting |
| 1:00pm - 4:00pm | Swiss Pairs, session 1 | |
| 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Swiss Pairs, session 2 | |
| Friday 4th | 2:30pm - 5:45pm | Round Robin Pairs, session 1 |
| 8:00pm - 11:15pm | Round Robin Pairs, session 2 | |
| Saturday 5th | Full day tour | Excursion to Valetta |
| 8:00pm - 11:15pm | Pivot Teams (single pivot) | |
| Sunday 6th | Free Morning leisure | |
| 2:00pm - 5:00pm | Open Pairs | |
| 8:00pm - 11:15pm | Butler Pairs | |
| Monday 7th | Half-day tour | Visit Mdina & Mosta |
| 2:30pm - 5:45pm | Multiple Teams, session 1 | |
| 8:00pm - 11:15pm | Multiple Teams, session 2 | |
| Tuesday 8th | 12:30pm - 3:30pm | Swiss Teams, session 1 |
| 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Swiss Teams, session 2 | |
| followed by | Sponsor's drinks reception and prize-giving | |
| Wednesday 9th | Departure to UK |
Master Points
The Swiss Pairs and the Swiss Teams are fully Green Pointed. Other events are Blue Pointed on the National Congress scale.
Agreements
Level 4 agreements are permitted.
Venue and Tariff
8 days from £629pp
Please contact First for Bridge to book accommodation on this cruise. Tel: 01473 917309 before booking your bridge sessions via My EBU or email comps@ebu.co.uk
4* db San Antonio Hotel & Spa, Qawra, Malta
Accommodation Package
7 nights all-inclusive twin or double room £629 per person, two excursions are included in the price along with airport transfers.. Flights are extra, please see below.
Flights
Low cost flights are already on sale for our dates from Birmingham; Bristol; Cardiff; Manchester; East Midlands; Edinburgh; and London Heathrow; Gatwick and Luton. First For Bridge are happy to assist in arranging flights if required.
For more details, or to make a reservation, please see here, or call 01473 917309. A deposit of £150 per person is required by First For Bridge to secure the booking. Please note that you will need to book with First For Bridge before booking your bridge with the EBU. You can book with the EBU either online or by phone 01296317203 or email comps@ebu.co.uk
Supplements
Single occupancy accommodation £14.00 per person per night (pppn). Sea view supplement - £5 per person per night in double/twin or single room; Upgrade to suite - £65 per room per night
What's Included
- Transfers from Malta airport
- 7 nights in 4* accommodation on an all-inclusive basis (breakfast lunch, dinner & drinks)
- Drinks reception
- Bottle of water in room on arrival and refillable when required
- Afternoon tea served in private congress area when there are afternoon bridge sessions
- Porterage
Plus the following excursions:
- Full day excursion to Valletta
- Excursion to Mdina and Mosta
Find a partner/team mates
If you are looking for a partner or team mates for this congress, please email comps@ebu.co.uk