November Newsletter 2011

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1st World Vintage Football Carnival

November Newsletter 2011

We're bringing Vintage Football to Buenos Aires, Argentina - the Home of the Beautiful Game.

The 1st World Vintage Football Carnival is to be held in football crazy Argentina during October 2013. The tournament will be a celebration of football for teams and players over 30 years and gives teams the opportunity to compete against teams from other nations. But more importantly, it will give football lovers a chance to lap up the football rich culture and atmosphere in Buenos Aires and have a bit of fun along the way!

In this issue:

What is Vintage Football?
What is a Vintage Football Carnival?
Who is Invited to take part?
Who are the Carnival Organisers?
What is in the Carnival Programme?
How much do Carnival Packages Cost?
How do we Reserve our Place?
Hola Buenos Aires!

What is Vintage Football?

Designed by mature footballers for mature footballers, Vintage Football is fun, competitive football for players and teams from all parts of the Football World.

International games for players of all ages (over 30 for women and over 35 for men), all levels of agility, all standards of ability and experience.

Intended for both men’s teams and women’s teams, Vintage Football allows teams to nominate their age groups and advise their intended level of skills and competition.

Age Groupings:
Men's: 35+ 40+ 50+
Women's: 30+ 40+
Mixed: 35+ for men and 30+ for women (min of 3 women per team)

Ability Categories:
Competitive Semi-Competitive Once Were Competitive Social

Teams are “graded” according to their selected playing category and approximate average ages.

Laws and Conditions:

The FIFA Laws of Football will apply with variations to suit the age and ability of participating teams.

Vintage Football rules will differ little from the FIFA rules and any variations to rules will be advised prior to any Vintage Football Carnivals or matches.

Those variations that apply include:

Unlimited substitutions are allowed from within team members registered for the Carnival.
No slide tackles are permitted.
Aggressive play is not tolerated.
Matches will consist of 2 30 minute halves with a 10 minute spell at halt-time.

Teams, of course, may vary the rules prior to a game by mutual agreement between the team captains but can only be varied in order to promote and preserve the Vintage Sports code - good fun, good competition and the full participation of all those who wish to play.

To read more about Vintage Football follow this link.

Fun Footy Fact: In 1954 Turkey knocked out Spain from a World Cup qualifier by drawing straws. Blindfolded Italian boy Luigi Franco Gemma picked the straws to decide the winner.

What is a Vintage Football Carnival?

A Vintage Football Carnival is the opportunity to enjoy a Celebration of the Great Game of Football at unique, attractive football destinations.

Who is Invited to Take Part?

Teams from all parts of the world whose members qualify on age are invited to become part of the Vintage Football movement. Teams who enjoy playing football against like-minded players of similar ability from different countries and who then enjoy the opportunity to mix and mingle following the games will be welcomed and can be assured of a great week’s fun, friendship and camaraderie in one of great footballing countries.

If you don’t have a team just let us know as individuals will be welcomed and will be placed in compatible teams with the opportunity to enjoy full participation in the Carnival.

Part teams or groups of players will be connected to other similar groups or will have their team topped up from a pool of spare players who will be available for the Carnival.

Referees are welcomed and all teams are encouraged to bring a registered referee who will be able to enjoy the Carnival as much as the players.

Wives, partners and supporters are encouraged to be part of the Carnival with special tours and excursions available to those who want to take a day off from football watching and who wish to enjoy the fabulous attractions of Buenos Aires.

Who are The Carnival Organisers?

Vintage football designs, develops, promotes, stages and manages international football carnival, events and tours.

Earle Thomas - Carnival Advisor

Former international Earle Thomas background features 13 seasons as a New Zealand football representative including 2 years as captain of the international side.

Earle Thomas has had an extensive career in the sports industry and was between 1991 and 2003, Managing Director of Spalding New Zealand Ltd and then Spalding Australia and New Zealand Ltd.

In his roles, Earle has been responsible for management and marketing planning and implementation; sponsorship programmes; event marketing; financial management and international relationships and negotiations.

Sundance Spirit - Carnival Liaison

Sundance Spirit is a boutique specialist tourism company, founded by highly skilled & extensively travelled industry professionals, with in excess of 40 years personal experience & a devout passion for the destinations both within Argentina & South America.

In addition, on the spot staff & the meticulous selection of only the very best of quality products & services that have stood the test of Sundances personal quality control means each guest can be assured of personal hands-on attention & first class service at all times.

Sundance Spirit pride themselves on providing meticulously planned, flexible, custom-designed itineraries & their goal & indeed, their satisfaction is witnessing lifetime ‘dreams’ turning into realities for their discerning guests who originate from the four corners of the globe.

When you travel with Sundance Spirit, you do so in the knowledge that not only will they have gone to great lengths to ensure that the experiences you have dreamt about are delivered far & beyond your expectations, but also, that their support network & back up is with you every step of the journey.

Róisín Ní Chatháin - Carnival Director

Róisín has considerable events and sporting experience. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Sports Management from University College, Dublin and has 6 years event experience.

In her roles, Róisín has been responsible for event marketing, coordination and management.

Róisín's attention to detail, enthusiasm and strong interest in sport not to mention her passion for events will ensure that the inaugural World Vintage Football Carnival in Buenos Aires 2013 will set the bench mark for Vintage Football.

VSL Events

Vintage Sport & Leisure Events (VSL Events) organise Vintage Carnivals in a variety of sports, Rugby, Cricket, Softball, Hockey and now Football. Vintage Sport Carnivals are designed for the more mature player and are staged every two years and provide the opportunity for players of all ages over 30 to come together and enjoy their sport in an international destination and within a relaxed and enjoyable programme of sport and social activities.

What is in the Carnival Programme

The World Vintage Football Carnival will run for one week with 4 days of games at local football pitches. They will be played on alternate days, with rest days focused on local tours, shopping or simply relaxing and enjoying the company of friends.

A full and attractive programme has been devised that will allow you to enjoy the many delights of Buenos Aires - whilst giving you the opportunity to play football in Argentina.

All teams play a minimum of 4 games spread over the week. There are two organised social functions and plenty of time to enjoy optional excursions and sightseeing including a mid-week Big Day Out.

Sunday - Teams arrive, settle in to their selected accommodation and are transferred to the World Vintage Football Carnival Welcome Party.

Monday - First day of play with the evening free to take in the sites or an optional Tango Show with transfers can be arranged.

Tuesday - Second day of play and the evening at leisure.

Wednesday - Vintage Football BIG DAY OUT or a day at leisure playing Golf, Shopping or Sightseeing - the choice is yours!

Thursday - Third day of play and the evening at leisure.

Friday - Final day of play.

Saturday - day at leisure with early evening transfers to the World Vintage Football Carnival Farewell and Awards Dinner.

Sunday - as Argentina's very own Evita would say 'time to say goodbye' with transfers arranged for all points of departure.

For more visit www.vintage-football.com

How much do the Carnival Packages cost?

All prices are in US$, and are per person on a share room basis. The other currency quotations are based on the exchange rate at 1st August, 2011 and may fluctuate due to changes in local taxes and as currency rates vary.

Packages start from US$ 1265.00

Inclusions;

6 nights accommodation at a leading Carnival hotel or your choice or an agreed and suitable alternative
Buffet breakfast on each morning of your accommodation
Meet and greet at Ezeiza International Airport with English speaking co-ordinator
Air conditioned luxury coach transfer from airport/hotel/airport
4 games of football at a major football complex
Air conditioned luxury coach transfer hotel/football/hotel
Opening Welcome Party at a special Argentine themed venue in Buenos Aires featuring traditional Argentine music and entertainment, a substantial finger food buffet and three hours of unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks. Transfers will be provided to and from this function.
Farewell Dinner-a fantastic night to remember, featuring awards, non-stop entertainment, great music, a table-served 3-course meal and continuous beer, wine and soft drinks. Transfers will be provided to and from the function.
Welcome gift to mark the 1st World Vintage Football Carnival.
An extensive Survival Kit with advice on local customs, attractions and services plus discount vouchers and required supplies.

Exclusions; airfares, gratuities, team & personal insurance and optional tours.

How do we Reserve our Place?

Entry to the World Vintage Football Carnival is simple. Each team must appoint a Team Manager as their primary point of contact. The Team Manager must then fill out a registration form for the team, confirm the team have read and understand the terms and conditions outlined on the website and pay a team registration fee of US$200.

Following the registration, the Team Manager must then specify which accommodation package the team wish to book.

Registration and accommodation bookings can be done together, or if the accommodation packages are undecided at the time of registration, teams can register and then book their accommodation separately.

Download the registration form here.

For detailed information on the Terms and Conditions click here.

Hola Buenos Aires!

This complex, energetic, and seductive port city, which stretches south-to-north along the Rio de la Plata, has been the gateway to Argentina for centuries. Portenos, as the multinational people of Buenos Aires are known, possess an elaborate and rich cultural identity. They value their European heritage highly - Italian and German names outnumber Spanish, and the lifestyle and architecture are markedly more European than any other in South America.

Portenos are intensely involved in the life and culture of their city, and they will gladly share the secrets of Buenos Aires if you lend an ear and relate your own stories in return.

And in case you didn't already know Argentineans eat, breath and sleep football with 90% of the Argentinean population declaring allegiance to an Argentine football club.