- Overview
- Tour
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Proud to be an Official West Indies Tour Operator for the England Men’s 2023 Tour – Black Opal are offering a fantastic hosted tours to the ODI and T20 series – join us in Antigua & Barbados to enjoy the sport and Winter sunshine.
This exciting tour will be hosted by Gladstone Small and the Black Opal team, attending the lively cricket matches on both islands.
Our Tour includes:
Let us take care of all your travel arrangements and luxury accommodation, with exclusive extras along the way. A hosted drinks reception will begin our tour in style on Antigua, whilst a ‘get together’ lunch on Barbados is a great way to reflect on the current play.
Our dedicated hosts will be present to offer a warm welcome and insight into the cricket as it unfolds, plus there will be ample opportunity to relax and explore the islands’ delights on our sightseeing excursions. We can’t wait to see you in the Caribbean!
Inclusions:
- International flights in Economy Class
- All internal flights in Economy Class
- Private transfer on arrival
- VIP Meet & Greet on arrival
- All other transfers on shared basis
- Stadium transfers on each day of the cricket matches
- Transfers to all Black Opal hosted events
- 5 nights accommodation at Carlisle Bay Antigua, on Half Board basis
- 6 nights accommodation at Colony Club by Elegant Hotels, on Bed & Breakfast basis
- Welcome drinks reception on each island
- Hosted excursion or lunch/dinner on each island
- 2 sightseeing excursions
Call the Black Opal team and let us create your ideal Caribbean getaway!
If you’d just like to join part of the action on one or more islands, we can create a bespoke itinerary, plus we can offer extended holiday options if you’d like to stay and explore further.
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Fly to Antigua, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel for 5 nights. We'll get together for welcome drinks with our hosts and fellow travellers this evening.
Accommodation: Carlisle Bay
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The 1st ODI takes place today at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. Soak up the atmosphere and today’s play with our fellow travellers.
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Enjoy time today to relax or explore further afield, then join us for a hosted BBQ and drinks at the Beach Club later - a perfect spot to soak up the sunset views.
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A day at leisure to relax at the beautiful Carlisle Bay Hotel or join our sightseeing excursion to see more of Antigua, with highlights including Nelsons Dockyard and Shirley Heights.
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The 2nd ODI takes place today at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. Enjoy the game from our superior seating at the venue, with or host and Black Opal team also here to support the England side.
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Today we will transfer to Antigua airport for the flight to our next destination, Barbados. On arrival at the Colony Club, we check in for our 6 night stay.
Accommodation: Colony Club by Elegant Hotels
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Another day to spend as you wish, soak up the sunshine or head out on an island adventure. We will get together for our welcome function today too.
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The 3rd ODI takes place today at the Kensington Oval, where we will take our seats and support the England team together.
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We have a few days to relax in the Colony Club, set on a fine beach on the West Coast. Join our sunset catamaran cruise on one evening to enjoy the views. Why not ask the Black Opal team for options available to explore further afield or enjoy a round of golf?
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Back at the Kensington Oval is our 1st T20 match today. Absorb the excitement in the stadium today for this short day of play.
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Today we will transfer to Barbados airport for the flight home.
Want to tweak this itinerary? Black Opal have a wealth of knowledge of the Caribbean, so let us help curate your holiday, built around experiencing the cricket this Winter.
Prices are subject to change and are based on economy class flights with Virgin from London Heathrow, staying in shared standard accommodation at the Carlisle Bay Antigua (on Half Board basis) and Colony Club Barbados (on B&B basis). Cricket tickets are not included in this price but can be added at cost price when released.
Our hand-picked luxury accommodation
At Black Opal, we know our clients want the very best accommodation to accompany their luxury sports travel experience. That’s why we endeavour to secure the very best accommodation available within convenient proximity to your chosen event. Our recommendations are below, but should you wish to stay elsewhere simply give us a call on 0330 041 4888 or contact us online.
