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Due to popular demand, we are delighted to be hosting the first ever Andrew Robson
European midweek Bridge break. For our inaugural European break we will visit Prague, often referred to as the jewel of European cities.
The 5* Grand Hotel Bohemia is situated in the very heart of the wonderful medieval Old Town and a short walk along Prague’s picturesque streets to the abundance of architectural splendours, including the famous Charles Bridge, the gothic Tyn Church, the baroque
St Christopher Church, the Jewish Quarter Josefov, Powder Tower and one of the world’s most beautiful squares, the 11 th Century Staromestske Namesti, with its renowned
15 th century astronomical clock and stunning buildings.
As it is a midweek break we are able to stay for an extra night, so more time to hone up your skills at the Bridge table! The Bridge standard is friendly Intermediate, as always, and no partner needed. Jack will teach Andrew’s lessons and excellent set hands. (NB - these holidays are not suitable for those used to a serious 24 board Duplicate). Please book early as numbers are limited.
FOR ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE MIDWEEK BREAK, PLEASE CONTACT
JACK STOCKEN ON 07775 892 720 or email jack@yorkshirebridge.com
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Facilities: Franz Josef Restaurant: Chef Michal Čermák and his team of professionals prepare specialities based on traditional recipes from the Central European region on a daily basis for you. Modern cooking methods, the freshest of ingredients and stylish presentation promise a gourmet experience.
Bar/Lounge: Choose from freshly prepared homemade sandwiches and desserts, and savour them over a cup of excellent coffee. The wide selection from the menu at the café bar also includes an exclusive wine selection and a large selection of pastries.
Bridge Room: The bridge group has exclusive use of the Boccaccio room for our
Bridge sessions. The Boccaccio, Neo-Baroque in architectural style, is the hotel’s pride and joy; in the period of the First Czechoslovak Republic the hall served as a luxury cabaret for the Prague´s cream of society.
Rooms: All rooms are non-smoking and are furnished with special care and attention to detail.
Every room has an en-suite bathroom with bath and massage shower, bathrobes and slippers, satellite television, free WIFI (throughout the hotel), direct dial telephones, air-conditioning, safety box, minibar, tea and coffee making facilities.
Superior Double Room: These rooms are for single occupancy. Well-appointed, comfortable en-suite rooms with a double bed.
Superior Double Room: These rooms are for double occupancy. These rooms either have twin beds or a King sized bed.
Deluxe Double Room: These rooms afford all the comforts of the Superior
Double rooms plus a view of the Old Town streets or nearby
Powder Tower. The rooms are slightly larger than the
Superior Doubles. Fresh fruit and mineral water will be served in the room upon arrival. These rooms either have twin beds or a King sized bed.
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Executive Double Room: These rooms afford all the comforts of the Deluxe Double rooms but offer a lot more space and wonderful views over the rooftops of the Old Town quarter of Prague. Most are furnished with armchairs and a sofa. They also have a
Nespresso Coffee Machine and fresh flowers. Fresh fruit and mineral water will be served in the room upon arrival.
These rooms either have twin beds or a King sized bed.
Prague, historical pearl of Europe, is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and regularly ranks among the top ten most visited cities in Europe. The historical core of the city is a listed UNESCO and Natural Heritage Site.
Thanks to its rich history, going back to the 10th century, it contains sights in various architectural styles, from Romanesque rotundas to Gothic structures to unique Cubist buildings. The Urban Heritage Reserve, covering almost 9 km 2 , comprises a large number of treasured cultural heritage sites. The Hradčany castle compound including St. Vitus’ Cathedral is the largest of its kind in the world. Its skyline, viewed from the stone Charles Bridge or the historic Vltava river embankment is spectacular.
FOR ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE MIDWEEK BREAK, PLEASE CONTACT
JACK STOCKEN ON 07775 892 720 or email jack@yorkshirebridge.com
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Excursion: There will be an optional half day excursion to discover the delights of this beautiful and historic city. The excursion will most likely be to Hradcany,
Prague’s spectacular Castle and Cathedral complex, perched on a cliff towering the city, and the centre of political power for a thousand years. Please note that the excursion is not included in the package price, the itinerary is subject to change and minimum numbers apply.
Provisional midweek programme:
Tuesday Afternoon
6.45pm
7.15pm
8.45pm – 11.00pm
Weds & Thurs 6.30am - 10.30am
10.00am - 10.15am
10.15am – 12.15pm
12.15pm - 1.00pm
1.00pm - 4.45pm
Friday
4.45pm - 6.45pm
7.15pm
8.45pm – 11.00pm
10.00am - 10.05am
10.05am - 10.15am
10.15am - 12.15pm
12.15pm - 1.00pm
Arrive at the Grand Hotel Bohemia, Prague
Check-in from 2pm
Welcome Drink
Dinner
Chicago Bridge with supervision
Breakfast
Last Night’s hands
Tuition Session (including short coffee break at 11.15am)
Bridge with supervision
Snack lunch available on request (not included)
No organised Bridge but you are welcome to play amongst yourselves in the bridge room or explore the local area. On the
Wednesday afternoon we will organise an optional excursion.
Chicago Bridge with supervision
Dinner
Gentle Duplicate
Prize-giving (Check out 12pm - please check out before Bridge)
Last night’s hands
Tuition Session (including short coffee break at 11.15am)
Bridge with supervision
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Booking: Bookings will not be confirmed or accepted without a non-refundable deposit cheque, £200, and booking form. Please try to book early so we can accommodate any requests you may have.
Transport:
Please note:
Scheduled flight London Heathrow – Prague on British Airways.
Package includes:
If you would like to travel independently then you may deduct £150 from the package price below.
 British Airways flight Heathrow – Prague, depart 3 rd June Heathrow and return 6 th June
2014 (times to be confirmed).
 Coach transfer to the hotel (approximately 45 minutes).
 Dinner on Tuesday night, breakfast and dinner on Wednesday and Thursday nights, breakfast on Friday.
 Welcome drink in the hotel before dinner on the first evening.
 All Bridge as outlined on page 4.
 Half board accommodation as detailed on pages 2 and 3.
Accommodation: Grand Hotel Bohemia: half-board accommodation and rooms as described on pages 2 and 3.
Please note: Yorkshire Bridge will do its utmost to ensure that requests are granted, but will treat all requests on a strictly first come first served basis. However rooming allocations are ultimately made at the hotel’s discretion.
Package Price: Superior Double Room:
Deluxe Double Room:
2 sharing
1 person
2 sharing
1 person
£795 per person
£895
£845 per person
£1045
Money:
Executive Double Room: 2 sharing
1 person
£895 per person
£1095
 Should the £ fall by more than 5% against the Euro before the beginning of March 2014, a surcharge appropriate to the fall will be charged to all clients.
 Group flights are non-changeable and non-refundable.
 The deposit is non-refundable
 The full balance is payable no later than 1 st March 2014 (we will email a reminder).
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Insurance: Everyone must have adequate travel insurance. On booking, a signature will be required to guarantee that you have, or will have, made the necessary arrangements to insure your party as necessary.
Cancellation: The deposit is non-refundable and a cancellation charge will be made to cover any costs incurred. Once the balance has been paid, no refunds can be given.
Air Travel Organisers’ Licensing (ATOL):
Your flights are covered by ATOL licence 4013, Switzerland Travel
Centre. ATOL exists to protect the public from losing money or being stranded abroad because of the failure of air travel firms. It gives comprehensive financial protection to 28 million people in the UK who buy flights or air holidays each year.
Yorkshire Bridge – Liability:
In all the arrangements we have made for your holiday, we have taken reasonable steps to ensure that the suppliers of the services used are of an acceptable standard. However, we would point out that we do not own or control the organisations providing transport or accommodation for your holiday. We cannot accept any liability for services provided
(carriage by air, sea or land, accommodation and other space), where these services are interrupted by force majeure, which includes but is not limited to acts of God, adverse weather conditions (e.g. ash cloud), acts or threat of war, government action, strike, terrorism, civil unrest, fire, failure of public utilities, medical emergency, natural or nuclear disaster or airport closure.
ARB Holidays and Yorkshire Bridge accept no liability for any mishap, loss, damage, illness, accident, or death that may occur on this holiday.
FOR ANY FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE MIDWEEK BREAK, PLEASE CONTACT
JACK STOCKEN ON 07775 892 720 or email jack@yorkshirebridge.com
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Please fill in this form, IN BLOCK CAPITALS, and return it to Jack Stocken,
53 East Witton, North Yorkshire DL8 4SL together with a cheque made payable to ‘Yorkshire Bridge’ for the deposit - £200 per person.
1. I would like to book _____ person(s) on the mid-week break, detailed as below:
Names including Title (Mr, Mrs etc) Room type (see pages 2 & 3)
(if flying, please enter Title, Christian Superior for single occ (double bed) name and Surname as on passport) Superior for double occ (twin / king bed)
Deluxe Double (twin / king bed)
Executive Double (twin / king bed)
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Insurance: Please sign below to state that you have taken out adequate insurance for your holiday and have agreed to the Terms and Conditions as on the holiday’s page of the Club’s website www.arobson.co.uk
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4. Own travel and dietary needs etc: Please note any supplementary requirements here, e.g. independent flights and/or transfers, vegetarian meals, allergies etc
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