ABU DHABI Going Further THE CRICKET TOURNAMENT The world s largest international cricket tournament for schools U19 Trophy & U15 Cup Easter 2018 - Abu Dhabi & Dubai 1
ABU DHABI ABOUT THE Two tournament elements - the U19 Trophy & U15 Cup featuring well-matched competition Iconic venues with matches at the Zayed Stadium complex in host city Abu Dhabi & the world class ICC Academy, Dubai Blend of 40-over games & T20 matches plus a day/night fixture Exclusive post-tournament dinner and awards event Standard 7-night tour with a choice of excellent 4* & 5* hotels in both cities (other options are available) Optional award-winning cultural, educational and fun excursions roger@sportagroup.com The 2018 package from 1295pp includes direct flights & accommodation, dedicated Sporta Tours team liaison from airport arrival to departure, all ground transportation & use of a local mobile phone 2 (Starting price subject to confirmation at booking. Enhanced and extended options also available.)
SAMPLE ITINERARY THURSDAY 29 MAR Evening departure with direct flight options from Heathrow, Gatwick, Birmingham, Manchester and Newcastle. Airport meet and greet by the Sporta team and transfer to hotel. FRIDAY 30 MAR Morning training session at the ICC Academy followed by a visit to the Wild Wadi water park in Dubai or beach time. SATURDAY 31 MAR First match day at the ICC Academy with time for a warm-up, a buffet lunch between innings and water throughout the day. Launch function in the evening. 3
SAMPLE ITINERARY SUNDAY 1 APR Match day at the ICC Academy with time for a warm-up before. A buffet lunch between innings and water throughout the day are also included. MONDAY 2 APR Explore Dubai Creek and lunch at the Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding or visit Karama Market. Alternatively, relax on the beach or head to Dubai Mall and take a trip along the city s new canal. After lunch head off for a desert safari, bbq dinner and cultural TUESDAY 3 APR Match day at the Zayed Cricket Stadium with time for a warm-up before. A buffet lunch between innings and water throughout the day are also included. show under the stars. Afterwards transfer to host city Abu Dhabi for the second phase of your tour. 4
SAMPLE ITINERARY WEDNESDAY 4 APR Opportunity for a further excursion to explore host city Abu Dhabi and all it has to offer, or relax poolside prior to a day/night T20 match and hot evening meal. THURSDAY 5 APR Finals Day followed by an exclusive Tournament Awards Dinner hosted by Abu Dhabi Sports Council and Sporta Tours. Transfer to airport. FRIDAY 6 APR Depart the UAE around 2am to arrive back in the UK for 7am. 5
ABU DHABI ABU DHABI IN THE UAE Host city Abu Dhabi and fellow emirate Dubai are renowned for their world-famous cricket facilities, to which they match high quality accommodation and exceptional hospitality. Sporta Tours have partnered with a number of hotels and apartment hotels to offer a range of excellent 4* and 5* accommodation options ideally suited for schools: In Abu Dhabi Crowne Plaza, Yas Island - between the beach, Yas Links Championship Golf Course and Yas Marina F1 Circuit Marriot Hotel Al Forsan - within the Al Forsan Int l Sports Resort close to the Zayed Stadium complex 6
ABU DHABI DUBAI IN THE UAE Al Salam Hotel Suites & Apartments - near Dubai Mall Oasis Beach Tower - ideal location on The Walk with views to the Palm Jumeirah Grand Midwest Tower - close to the Mall of the Emirates and Ski Dubai with views to the Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah Beach/Dubai Marina 7
DOWNTIME ABU DHABI Host city Abu Dhabi and Dubai offer a fascinating and varied range of cultural, educational and fun excursions, providing incredible choice and value for schools. In addition to the downtime activities included within our standard package, there is ample opportunity to extend your itinerary with further options such as an award-winning cultural show, water-parks, theme-parks and dinner in the Arabian desert if desired. Sporta Tours can make all necessary arrangements as part of your tour package. 8
CHOOSING Sporta Tours established a decade ago specialising in cricket tours initially for which we are now the market-leading operator. We bring more teams to the UAE than any other tour operator and are the appointed, preferred partner for cricket to host city Abu Dhabi as well as the ECB & MCC in the region. is our premier cricket tournament for schools and the world s largest event ABU DHABI of its kind we hope you will join us. SPORTA To find out more about the 2018 package, please contact Roger Myall. Call +44 (0) 7976 685024 or email roger@sportagroup.com
ABU DHABI THE CRICKET TOURNAMENT Spaces for the 2018 renewal are limited, please call Roger Myall on +44 (0) 7976 685024 or email roger@sportagroup.com to avoid disappointment 10