School’s out in Barbados
This summer long-haul tour operator, Tropical Sky, is offering a spectacular deal for families visiting Barbados.
Not only can children stay for free at two of the four-star Almond resorts but they can also book a complimentary place at the annual Barbados Sports Camp, which runs from 3 – 27 August and includes fun activities and instruction from international sporting stars.
With prices for a week on an all-inclusive basis equating to £1,539 per adult and £899 per child (based on two adults travelling with one child), this is a holiday bargain not to be missed. Offering one of the best kids’ clubs in the Caribbean, the Almond Casuarina Beach Resort and the Almond Beach Village are great options for families. The new large family suites and additional kids’ entertainment programmes ensure a fun-filled and relaxing holiday for all. Book with Tropical Sky and up to two children can stay for free until 30 September when travelling with two adults.
Returning for a fourth year, the popular Barbados Sports Camp is aimed at kids aged nine to 17 wanting to hone their sporting skills and meet new friends whilst on holiday. Each child can book up to five days of free coaching in football, cricket and netball.
A plethora of sports stars, including England cricket legends Gladstone Small and Graham Hick and ex-Crystal Palace footballer Mark Bright, will be among the coaches at this year's camp. They will be assisted by local coaches from the Barbados Football Association, Barbados Netball Association and the Barbados Cricket Association.
Running daily from 10am until 2pm, the Barbados Sports Camp is held at the top-notch training facilities of the University of West Indies sports ground, near Bridgetown. To book a place or for more information visit: barbadossportscamp2010.com
With a warm climate tempered by cooling trade winds, Barbados, the most easterly of the Caribbean islands offers the perfect weather for an activity-based family holiday.
Tropical Sky (tropicalsky.co.uk) is offering seven nights at the Almond Casuarina Beach Resort in Barbados from £3,977 for a family of three (saving a total of £350). Valid for departure on 19 August, the price includes premium economy flights from Gatwick with Virgin Atlantic, accommodation in a standard room on an all-inclusive basis, transfers, taxes and surcharges. Set within 10 acres of tropical gardens along the white sands of Dover Beach, facilities include tennis, kayaking and three swimming pools.
