17 October 2011

Beat World Cup Blues - "Try" Sevens in Heaven

New Zealand's undiscovered neighbour, The Cook Islands prepares itself to host "Sevens in Heaven" from 3 November to 5 November 2011. Visitors will experience an intense show of fierce prowess and skill as 16 men's teams and 6 women's teams take part in the English game on an island paradise. The event brings the sporting expertise on display in the world cup to Polynesian shores.

Though it originates from England, Rugby is beloved by Cook Islanders who have very much adopted the sport as part of their culture.

Carmel Beattie, CEO of Cook Island Tourism says:

"The Sevens In Heaven Tournament underlines the respect The Cook Islands has for the sport. The islanders enjoy rugby from a young age and play it with great passion and camaraderie. We welcome visitors from around the world to both play and watch this sporting event.

"As part of our varied and stimulating 2011 events calendar, the Sevens in Heaven helps to highlight the Cook Islands as a destination that encapsulates sports tourism, colourful culture, community and responsibility, as well as a beautiful, beach-holiday destination."

A must for any aspiring rugby player, the Cook Islands Sevens is sure to be showcasing some great young talent as well as some high-profile veterans from around the area. Ex-All Black legend, Jonah Lomu is just one of those who played the Cook Islands Sevens tournament in his early career.With some of the up-and-coming players of the future partaking and used to garnering international coverage, the Sevens in Heaven is likely to become the next rugby "social-event", following in the footsteps of the famous Hong Kong Sevens.

Rugby fans who have lost interest in the World Cup since England and then Wales limped out can find last minute deals to this island paradise, incorporating world class rugby and untouched surroundings:

Sevens in Heaven Late Deals Include:

12 Nights at the luxury Little Polynesian Resort and Spa from only £2,878 per person

Bridge & Wickers offers a 12 night package from £2,760 per person including return international flights from Heathrow to Rarotonga (via LA) with Air New Zealand, private transfers and 12 nights at Little Polynesian Resort and Spa including breakfast. Also includes a free tour and a bottle of Moet champagne. To book visit www.bridgeandwickers.co.uk or call 020 7483 6555.

12 Nights at Muri Beachcomber from only £2075 per person

Trailfinders offer a 12 night package from £2075 per person, including return international flights with Air New Zealand, 12 nights staying at 3* Muri Beachcomber in a Garden room and transfers. Valid for select 30 October departure, subject to availability. To book visit www.trailfinders.com or call Trailfinders on 020 7368 1200.

6 Nights at the Royal Takitumu Villas Rarotonga (B&B) from £1799 per person*

Austravel offer a 6 night packages to the Cook Islands including internationals flights with Air New Zealand, 6 nights at the Royale Takitumi Villas, Rarotonga and breakfast. To book, visit www.austravel.com or call 0808 159 7048.

*Lowest price between November 2011- June 2012

Supporter of the Rugby 7s Tournament Edgewater Resort & Spa offers rooms from only £27.81 per person per night

The Edgewater Resort & Spa is pleased to support the growth of 7s Rugby and offer the following: Garden View Room (3 people sharing) and 3 Garden Villa (6 people sharing); from £27.81 pp per night. Including a complimentary Tropical Island breakfast. Extras include: upgrade to full cooked breakfast £5.05pp; Special Team Lunch - Minimum 10 pax £10.11pp; Special Team BBQ - Minimum 10 pax £12.63pp. For Enquires visit www.edgewater.co.uk.

"Come explore and share with us the pleasures of the Cook Islands."