Bridge in Tenerife, the H10 Tenerife Playa

5 or 12 January 2023 - 8 and 15 days available

8 days from £779pp

Enjoying probably the best location in Puerto de la Cruz and serving excellent cuisine, the H10 Tenerife Playa was an instant hit with First for Bridge guests looking to combine their favourite pastime with winter sunshine in the Canaries.

Bridge directed by Colin Simcox and hosted by John Barker & Sarah Marriott
8 or 15 days at the 4-star H10 Tenerife Playa, Puerto de la Cruz
Superb beachfront location close to shops, restaurants, cafes and bars
Option to combine this holiday with an 8-day Bridge holiday on the beautiful island of La Palma

A fantastic opportunity to play Bridge and take advantage of Tenerife’s winter sunshine!

Unlike many of the purpose-built resorts in the South of Tenerife, elegant Puerto de la Cruz still retains much charm and character with its typical colourful Canarian buildings, and old harbour with its 17th century custom house overlooking the ocean. Keen gardeners will enjoy strolling through the town’s botanical gardens full of vivid plants and flowers from all over the world. In close proximity to Teide National Park, Puerto de la Cruz is also an ideal base from which to explore this fascinating island. We’ll be staying in the excellent Hotel Tenerife Playa and with its lovely lounges and low-key atmosphere, it’s become a favourite with our First for Bridge guests. Most importantly it has a lovely bridge room leading out onto a large outdoor terrace - perfect for enjoying some winter sun. There are shops, restaurants, cafes and bars in the immediate area and with local buses it is easy to explore.

What to expect from this Bridge Holiday:
Our Bridge programmes will vary according to the length of your break, and, in addition to playing Bridge, we try to include interesting Bridge seminars, hosted by your Bridge Director.

Your duplicate Bridge will be available every evening between 7.45pm and 11.15pm and we endeavour to vary these evening sessions, balancing between teams and pairs, with at least one Swiss style event during a two-week Bridge break.

Bridge will also be offered some afternoons between 2.30pm and 4.45pm. These sessions are normally given over to open pairs/teams.

During your Bridge holiday nothing is obligatory and you can play in as many, or as few, Bridge sessions as you wish. We don’t forget you are on holiday and our Bridge programmes also allow time to relax and the opportunity for you to explore the surrounding area.

Colin Simcox

Colin Simcox is an EBU Panel Director who can be seen at many events, especially across the West Country and Wales.

Colin was fortunate to learn bridge whilst at school, now some 40 years ago. He has been playing regularly ever since and has represented Somerset in the Tollemache Cup on many occasions, as well as the Corwen Trophy and Pachabo. A former Space Planning manager, Colin is now retired and enjoys travelling to warmer climates with his wife Marilyn in their trusty motorhome.

John Barker and Sarah Marriott

Passionate about Bridge, John is a fully qualified professional bridge teacher and runs his own bridge club where he also teaches. He has worked within the travel industry all his life - Area Manager for Crystal Ski Holidays in the Alps, photographer on cruise ships and running his own very successful photography business. He plays regularly for Norfolk and is either playing or teaching bridge nearly every day of the week. Before bridge John also represented his county at both chess and field hockey.

When Sarah is not playing bridge she is an independent funeral and wedding celebrant. Prior to this she has been responsible for all the weddings in Norfolk and was also a school nurse. She brings her people skills and organisation to help make sure everyone has a fabulous holiday.

Meet us at the airport overseas

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Our 'meet us at the airport' option allows you to book your own transport independently and choose one of the many flights available from several UK airports.

Transfers will be included on our specific arrival and departure dates. If you choose to arrive or depart on a different day, there may be an additional supplement charged to cover your transfer costs.

Include flights from the UK

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If you would prefer to book your holiday with flights included from the UK, our friendly Holiday Advisors would be happy to check availability from your preferred departure airport. Adding travel from the UK to your holiday package will be subject to an administration fee plus the cost of travel.

Dates:

05 January 2023: 8 or 15 days

12 January 2023: 8 days

Prices:

From £779 per person per week excluding flights

8 days £779 in double /twin
8 days £924 in sole occupancy room
8 days £859 in sea view double /twin
8 days £1004 in sole occupancy sea view
15 days £1299 in double/twin
15 days £1589 sole occupancy
15 days £1459 in double /twin sea view
15 days £1749 in sole occupancy sea view

This holiday can be combined with a week on the island of La Palma and also with a further week at the 5 * Barcelo Tenerife in south Tenerife, giving 7,14, 21 & 28 week options

Please call for details

Overview

Situated right on the seafront promenade, surrounded by the sea and facing the famous Lago Martianez, the H10 Tenerife Playa Hotel holds prime position in Puerto de la Cruz. It has excellent facilities, an extensive programme of entertainment and quiet lounges for relaxing. Contemporary guest rooms have all the amenities for a comfortable stay.

Hotel Facilities & Amenities

The El Drago Restaurant serves an excellent buffet breakfast. Each evening the restaurant offers a wide selection of delicious buffet dishes and show cooking, with wine, beer, soft drinks or water included. During the day, the poolside El Lagar restaurant serves light lunches, drinks and snacks. Bar Tinerfe is open until late with live music five nights a week and professional shows on two evenings.

Hotel facilities include two outdoor pools – one of which is heated in winter, and there are sunbeds and a hot tub in the hotel gardens. There is a TV / Games Room and a full programme of entertainment including boules, archery, darts, cookery demonstrations, line dancing and exercise classes. The Despacio Beauty Centre has a sauna, Turkish bath, and offers massage and beauty treatments (charge applies). There is complimentary WiFi throughout the hotel.

Room Facilities & Amenities

All rooms are equipped with the following:

Balcony or terrace
FREE WIFI
TV with international channels
Mini -bar (stocked with charge or empty)
Safe deposit box - charge
Full bathroom with low sided bath with a hand shower attachment or a bathroom with a walk in shower
Hairdryer and toiletries
Individual air conditioning/heating
Direct dial telephone

Room Types

Choose our standard room type for an enjoyable stay in comfortable surroundings, or upgrade to add a little extra luxury to your holiday.

Standard Room
These spacious, comfortable rooms have a balcony or terrace and are available as a twin/double share, or for sole use.

Sea View Room
These spacious, comfortable rooms are available as a twin/double share, or for sole use. They have a balcony or terrace with lovely sea views overlooking the promenade and Lago Martinez or the beach.