Cruise Questions

  1. Do I have to book through a specific travel agency?
  2. What is the bridge schedule for the private cruises?
  3. What is the bridge schedule for the onboard programs open to all passengers?
  4. Are the games sanctioned?
  5. Do I need a partner?

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  1. Do I have to book through a specific travel agency?
    Yes, for the cruises personally conducted by Audrey Grant and the Better Bridge Team. These are private groups.
    No, for the onboard programs. These are available to all passengers taking the cruise. However, the travel agencies suggested by Bridge at Sea offer excellent rates for all cruises.

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  2. What is the bridge schedule for the private cruises?
    Every morning, including port days, there is a two-hour bridge seminar. The material shares the most current tips for bidding, play, and defense. Each afternoon and evening, there is a two-hour sanctioned duplicate game. You can participate in these events as it suits your schedule.

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  3. What is the bridge schedule for the onboard programs open to all passengers?
    Bridge is offered on sea days. The lesson schedule consists of Bridge for the Absolute Beginner and an Intermediate/Advanced Bridge Brush Up. The seminars are 45-60 minutes. A sanctioned two-hour duplicate game is offered afternoons at sea.

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  4. Are the games sanctioned?
    Yes. The duplicate games are sanctioned by ACBL. The masterpoint awards are somewhat lower than those for awarded at a regular club game because the games are shorter (two hours) and run in a more relaxed atmosphere.

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  5. Do I need a partner?
    No. The Better Bridge Team will get a fourth for bridge, so you can feel comfortable coming to the games with or without a partner.

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