Bridge in Majorca, the Hotel Bella Playa
Cala Ratjada is a well-established resort and port on the beautiful northeast coast of Majorca that up until a couple of years ago was virtually undiscovered by British tourists. As a result, it is completely unspoilt, allowing you to enjoy delightful coastal promenades, as well as an abundance of traditional restaurants and tapas bars. Not to be missed is a haggle in the excellent Saturday market in the old town; a great opportunity to treat yourself to some leather goods or pick up a souvenir! The area is beautiful with a dramatic coastline and many sandy bays, perfect for wonderful coastal walks. Walkers will enjoy our organised weekly group walks in the surrounding countryside, and golfers will appreciate the choice of golf courses in the area. Join us for our guided excursion around the north of this beautiful island. We stop in the popular Port d'Alcudia with its beautiful clean beach , and long, flat beach promenade abundant with shops and cafes, contrasting its old Roman site, and perfectly restored city walls and ancient houses. We continue to the beautiful old town, resort and harbour of Puerto Pollensa . The hotel offers excellent facilities including a large indoor pool with hydro jets, saunas and steam rooms, as well as a lovely outdoor pool and terraces.Your Tour Includes
- 10 nights half-board accommodation
- Varied bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
- 2 morning seminars
- Services of an EBU-qualified director and bridge hosts
- Guided excursion to the north of the island
- Flights are included from London Gatwick airport and regional UK departure airports are available at a supplement., with airport transfers included.
Nigel Durie
Nigel and his wife, Pauline, have been playing bridge in the Darlington area for the past 35 years and have always been involved with the day-to-day running of local clubs and in organising local competitions. They have been with First for Bridge for the last 7 years and have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity to ensure that our guests have a very enjoyable experience on our holidays. Due to deteriorating vision, Pauline no longer hosts or plays bridge competitively.
Nigel is a qualified county director who has been a fixture of the NEBA Congress for the last 20 years and has also directed the wide variety of North East competitions. He has just finished his stint as the North East County Chairman. Both Nigel and Pauline have retired from teaching backgrounds in a nearby Sixth Form College and although Nigel continues in a marking role for the International Baccalaureate Exam Board his main passion in life these days lies on the croquet lawn.
Itinerary
Fly from London Gatwick airport (regionals will also be available) with our flight inclusive package. Your transfer will also be included. For those travelling direct, we will meet you there.
Includes Dinner
Included Highlights
Includes Breakfast
Includes Dinner
Depart hotel after breakfast for return flight to UK. If you have booked the flight package with us you will be transferred to Palma airport for your flight
Club Standard Bridge
This holiday is a club standard bridge holiday licensed by the EBU (English Bridge Union) with Masterpoints awarded and duplimated boards used. We have recently introduced electronic scoring to our holidays and hand records are also provided. Our qualified & experienced directors construct a programme of interesting seminars and varied bridge sessions to offer variety during each holiday.
Accommodation
You'll stay for ten nights at the 4-star Hotel Bella Playa & Spa.
Hotel Bella Playa
The Hotel Bella Playa & Spa in Cala Ratjada is a firm favourite with our guests who commend it for its excellent dining and friendly service as well as its warm atmosphere and relaxing facilities. Located just a short distance from the sea, rooms at this 4-star, privately owned hotel have recently been refurbished and guests can expect a high standard of service throughout. The hotel serves a variety of cuisine from the restaurant which has a large terrace with beautiful views of the sea. There is a very good choice of hot and cold and freshly prepared dishes from the buffet breakfast tables. Dinner is buffet style with a wide selection of dishes, including a pasta table and show cooking where meat and fish are cooked freshly each evening. Desserts are delicious and include a good selection of gateaux, cheeses and ice-creams. During the day snacks and light lunches can be purchased in the hotel bar and on the terraces. In the evening, the Ponent Bar is the perfect place to relax and enjoy your favourite drink with its cozy atmosphere. As well as a lovely outdoor pool and spacious terraces the hotel boasts a fantastic, new, heated, indoor pool with hydro jets and massages, and two steam rooms and a Jacuzzi, sauna and fitness centre- all complimentary to hotel guests. If you want to treat yourself the Eco Spa offers a wide range of treatments (additional charge applies)
Hotel Facilities
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Room
- TV
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Air Conditioning
- Fridge
- Free Wifi
- Ensuite Facilities
General
- Indoor and Outdoor Swimming Pool
- Sauna or Steam Room
Service
- Gym
Hotel
- Swimming Pool
- WiFi Available
