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Cricket Schools Festival 2028

All roads lead to Antigua in February 2028 for an unforgettable cricket experience. This tour aims to bring together teams of young cricketers to test their skills, compete for amazing prizes and enjoy the island experience Antigua has to offer.

Get ready for an unforgettable cricket experience in Antigua at the U15 / U18 Cricket Schools Festival in February 2028. This exciting festival offers young players the opportunity to compete and develop their skills. During this festival, your team is sure to get top quality fixtures, develop their skills, and experience Caribbean cricket culture in one of the sport’s most iconic destinations. This tour promises memories that will last a lifetime. 

Teams will enjoy a minimum of 5 competitive matches with well matched local teams, a minimum of 1 match played at the historical Sir Vivian Richards Stadium and an end of tournament presentation that will be hosted by Greats of West Indies Cricket with significant prizes to be won.

Would it be a cricket island festival without experiencing what the island has to offer off the field?

You get to experience the beauty of Antigua from the water with an unforgettable Sail and Snorkel Catamaran Cruise. You sail along Antigua’s stunning coastline, taking in breathtaking views of the waters and white sandy beaches. The excursion includes the opportunity to snorkel amongst vibrant marine life in Caribbean waters, making it the perfect mix of adventure and relaxation. This is an experience that you would not want to miss.

Enjoy an all inclusive stay at the Jolly Beach Antigua, one of the largest and most popular resorts. Set along a stunning white sand beach with breathtaking Caribbean views, the resort offers comfortable accommodation, excellent facilities, and a relaxed island atmosphere perfect for touring groups. 

Package Includes

  • Minimum of 5 matches with well matched local opposition.
  • Minimum of 1 match at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium.
  • Significant prizes to be won.
  • End of tournament presentation hosted by greats of West Indies Cricket.
  • All inclusive accommodation at Jolly Beach hotel Antigua.
  • Antigua sail and snorkel Catamaran cruise.
  • Service of a Smile local representative and so much more!

What our customers say about us

"Excellent experience."

“It was my first time in Barbados and for me, it was a fantastic tour from start to finish! Superbly organised by Don Topley and his team, it provided the right balance between the cricket, organised events, socialising and personal relaxation time. Don's intimate knowledge of the island was a real plus with his island tour being an excellent experience. Well done Smile Group Travel!”

Pete Robson, Over 50s Cricket Festival

"Touring with Smile Group Travel earlier in the year was a massive part of our preparation"

"We had a fantastic season, winning the under-18 national T20 as well as getting to finals day for the under-15s.

"Touring with Smile Group Travel earlier in the year was a massive part of our preparation. We put a lot of planning into our tours to ensure our pupils not only get a fantastic experience but also get the top sporting preparation and challenge we want for, from our tours. Everything we try to do is to as high quality as possible for our pupils and Smile certainly help us to make that happen."

Phil Lewis, Director of Sport - King's Taunton, Boys' Cricket Tour: Cape Town

"Many thanks to Smile for giving the boys their first opportunity at recognising what is involved in a rugby tour!"

"The boys had two great fixtures against tough opposition. They were hosted in true Irish style! The hotel was perfect for what the boys needed, we were very well looked after. Many thanks to Smile for giving the boys their first opportunity at recognising what is involved in a rugby tour!"

Philip Friel, Campion School, Dublin Rugby Tour