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John and Sarah Barker

5 tours from £865pp

Expert Overview

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.

5 Holidays available from £865pp

Premier Bridge
Festive Bridge

Join us at the popular Athena Beach Hotel for a Christmas and New Year overseas bridge and bowls break.

  • 7 or 14 nights half-board accommodation
  • Return airport transfers from Paphos Airport
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • 2 weekly seminars
  • 3 weekly bowls sessions
  • 2 weekly dance lessons
  • Christmas Eve Gala Dinner or New Year's Eve Gala Dinner (8-Day Holiday)
  • Christmas Eve Gala Dinner and New Year's Eve Gala Dinner (15-Day Holiday)
  • Fruit and wine in room on arrival
  • Spa
    Facilities
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2024 21st December 28th December
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  • By Air
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Play Bridge & Explore
New Tour

Join us on a very special bridge tour to the Azores, considered one of the most beautiful places in the world with breathtaking natural beauty.

  • 7 nights half-board accommodation
  • 2 lunches
  • Drinks package with dinner
  • Services of our friendly hosts
  • Relaxed bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 1 weekly bridge seminar
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary

Availability:

  • 2025 8th April
Travel
  • By Air
  • Join Direct
New Tour

At the 5-star Rodostamo Hotel & Spa, enjoy superb facilities, excellent service and delicious dining, as well as a varied programme of bridge.

  • 10 nights half-board accommodation
  • Return airport transfers
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 2 weekly bridge seminars
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary

Availability:

  • 2025 2nd May
Travel
  • By Air
  • Join Direct
New Tour

Enjoy a relaxing bridge holiday and top-notch facilities in lovely Mogan, set in peaceful and beautiful surroundings that boast an amazing climate.

  • 7 nights half-board accommodation
  • Return airport transfers from Las Palmas Airport to your hotel
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge programme with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • 2 weekly bridge seminars

Availability:

  • 2025 24th June
Travel
  • By Air
  • Join Direct
Premier Bridge

Staying at the lovely Acacia Marina resort, enjoy the beautiful gardens and a short level walk along the seafront promenade.

  • 7 nights half-board accommodation in your chosen hotel of either Acacia Marina or Acacia Palace
  • Services of an EBU-qualified director and friendly hosts
  • Varied bridge sessions with Masterpoints and prizes awarded
  • Excursions and visits as described in the itinerary
  • Coach travel for excursions
  • Excursions
    Included
  • Half
    Board

Availability:

  • 2025 1st October
Travel
  • By Air
  • Join Direct

Meet the
Team

We’ve assembled a fantastic team of directors, hosts and teachers, all dedicated to providing an engaging and supportive bridge-playing environment.

Meet the Team
John and Sarah Barker

John and Sarah Barker

Passionate about bridge, John is a fully qualified professional bridge teacher and runs his own bridge club where he also teaches. He plays regularly for Norfolk and is either playing or teaching bridge nearly every day of the week. Sarah brings her people skills and organisation to help make sure everyone has a fabulous holiday.
Sarah Amos

Sarah Amos

Sarah is the third generation of her family to be hooked on bridge, following after her mother and grandparents. She started playing over 35 years ago and began teaching and directing not long after. She is probably best known as a top-level Tournament Director in both Wales and England.
Mark Hooper

Mark Hooper

Mark is a bridge Premier Life Master, having played competitively for over 30 years. After retiring from a career in IT, Mark has been able to indulge his passion for bridge. He is an EBU-qualified tournament director, and an EBU-accredited bridge teacher, teaching beginners at his local bridge club.
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