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Barbados Celebration of Netball 2025

Smile Group Travel presents a landmark event in collaboration with the Barbados Netball Association, as they mark their 50th anniversary.

Masterclasses and Q&A sessions with international netballers Sasha and Kadeen Corbin promise to make this an unmissable trip for teams, coaches and supporters.

Smile Group Travel and Solo Sessions are delighted to present an amazing 10-day celebration of netball on the beautiful island of Barbados, welcoming under-16 and under-18 teams.

Honouring Barbados' netball legacy

Join us as we pay homage to five decades of netball excellence in Barbados. As our partners, the Barbados Netball Association extends a warm invitation to netball enthusiasts worldwide to join in their milestone celebration.

Participate in commemorative matches

From thrilling tournaments to special ceremonies and cultural events, our collaboration with the Barbados Netball Association ensures an immersive experience that captures the essence of Bajan netball's past, present, and future. 

Create memories in paradise

Beyond the courts, seize the opportunity to forge lasting connections with fellow players and members of the Barbadian netball community.

Celebrate the universal language of sport against the backdrop of Barbados' stunning landscapes and warm hospitality. Relax by experiencing the best excursions the island has to offer, with the Tiami Catamaran Cruise, Oistins Friday-night fish fry dinner and an end of tour beach BBQ at the legendary Barbados Yacht Club all included in the celebration 

Be part of history

Don't miss your chance to be part of this historic celebration. Whether you're a seasoned player, coach, or passionate supporter, this promises to be an unforgettable journey.

Dates: July 7-16, 2025

Price: £2695 per person, with 3 adults free per 20 students booked!

Places are limited and interest is expected to be high, so please get in touch today for further details and to reserve your school’s place.

Package Includes

  • 9 nights bed and breakfast at Dover Beach Hotel (or similar)
  • Return flights from the UK
  • All in-country transfers
  • Welcome reception
  • 2-day netball tournament (suitable for U16 to U18 teams)
  • Coaching, masterclasses and Q&A sessions with Sasha and Kadeen Corbin throughout the trip
  • 2 x half-day training sessions
  • 2 x fixtures against local opposition teams (including refreshments)
  • Tiami Catamaran Cruise with lunch
  • Oistins fish fry dinner
  • End of tour beach BBQ at Barbados Yacht Club
  • Smile Group Travel rep on hand throughout
Price based on 20 students sharing twin and triple rooms and 3 adults staying in twin and single rooms.
Visas, travel insurance, UK airport transfers and any lunches or dinners outside of those detailed in the above inclusions are not included.
A dinner supplement of £35pp per meal is available for groups on request (combination of hotel and external restaurants)

Highlights & Suggestions

All of these places and attractions could be added into this tour. Talk to us about how you'd like to customise this tour on 01708 948817.

Barbados Celebration of Netball 2025: Full tour brochure

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What our customers say about us

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"All the representatives from Smile and their team in Cape Town, were excellent. They were very professional, helpful, supportive and all-round good people. They ensured that the tour was fully inclusive and immersive in South Africa culture, including daily information on the areas we visited and the history. Thank you for making it an excellent tour for our students."

Rob Kench, Director of Sport - Scarborough College, Girls' Hockey Tour: Cape Town

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