World Masters Championships - Riccione ITALY

Limerick · 18-10-2011, 12:08 PM

I know its early, but just wandering if anybody on this forum is thinking of going to the World Masters Championships in Riccione? Its on from Sunday, 03June to Sunday, 17 June 2012. Some of the guys in our club are thinking of going and I am considering it myself.

Tewson Veste · 18-10-2011, 12:17 PM

Yep, we have a few guys who will be attending. My stock answer these days (and boring I know) is it depends on results of surgery on the shoulder.
If all goes well planning to holiday for 2 weeks to make it acceptable to Mrs Tewson.

Big Nev · 18-10-2011, 12:32 PM

I'm planning to retire next year so will be winding down by then.

Will be in Cyprus looking for a house to live in.

Good Luck to all those that go.

Odmaster · 18-10-2011, 02:18 PM

A few of us are going and are already considering accommodation options!

Ivor · 18-10-2011, 04:41 PM

I am considering it, but it really depends if the Google maps estimate of less than 3.5 hours from the pool to my parent's house is accurate.

Spidey · 18-10-2011, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Limerick

I know its early, but just wandering if anybody on this forum is thinking of going to the World Masters Championships in Riccione? Its on from Sunday, 03June to Sunday, 17 June 2012. Some of the guys in our club are thinking of going and I am considering it myself.

It's not that early, some of my swimming friends in another club have already booked thier accommodation.

Limerick · 19-10-2011, 08:19 AM

wow. I thought I was being incredibly early in even thinking about the POSSIBILITY of going. Some folk are sooo organised....right, Id better have a look at the website again, see what events I MIGHT consider doing, work out the dates I might go, then check out flights and hotels. What is the story with the nearest decent sized airport, and what are the main carriers that service that airport, anybody know?
cheers!

manic porpoise · 19-10-2011, 10:42 PM

In 2004 when Worlds were last in Riccione:

Squeezy Jet flew to Rimini which is the closest airport. Not sure how far but must only be a 15 to 20 min drive as the planes are really low as they pass Riccione on their way to Rimini.

Ryanscare flew to Bologna. (At least it was Bologna on their website which is really Forli. That's ok as Forli is closer to Riccione than Bologna is).

I haven't checked yet for next year so don't know which airlines are best.

Limerick · 20-10-2011, 08:57 AM

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Originally Posted by manic porpoise

In 2004 when Worlds were last in Riccione:

Squeezy Jet flew to Rimini which is the closest airport. Not sure how far but must only be a 15 to 20 min drive as the planes are really low as they pass Riccione on their way to Rimini.

Ryanscare flew to Bologna. (At least it was Bologna on their website which is really Forli. That's ok as Forli is closer to Riccione than Bologna is).

I haven't checked yet for next year so don't know which airlines are best.

thanks manic!
I see on the ryanair website that they do now fly from London-Stansted to Rimini, but only on certain days.....I have not checked any other days.
The official website does not seem to give any details as far as I can see on airports, hotels etc....

manic porpoise · 20-10-2011, 09:28 PM

Last time I stayed out of the town at a B&B on a farm. I've no idea where it was, but it was in a lovely location and great for relaxing after swims. On the down side it took quite a while to get to the pool due to the traffic. Riccione is much more convenient and has lots of restaurants but is a typical tourist town that doesn't show the best of what the area has to offer.

Limerick · 25-10-2011, 09:06 AM

When I went to the European Masters in Stockholm a few yrs ago, I had a free day on my first full day there, and I registered in the morning for my events. Looking at my chosen events and flights, it looks like my my first race would be the day after I arrive. Seeing as I would be arriving late in the evening, might this be a problem? I take it that you cant swim unless you have arrived and registered/validated, and if this takes time and your race is on in the morning, maybe as a golden rule you should try to have a free day after you arrive?

manic porpoise · 25-10-2011, 08:09 PM

I like to be able to register the day before. Sometimes they are quick but sometimes it can take hours. If your event is early I think you risk missing it. Last time at Riccione they wouldn't even let us to the pool without a valid ID showing you were swimming that day.

Limerick · 26-10-2011, 07:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by manic porpoise

I like to be able to register the day before. Sometimes they are quick but sometimes it can take hours. If your event is early I think you risk missing it. Last time at Riccione they wouldn't even let us to the pool without a valid ID showing you were swimming that day.

thanks MP, this is what I kind of guessed. So I think you to figure out a schedule of flights and races so that you have a free day before yoru races start.

One other issue:

My club went to a gala earlier on this year in Italy, and there was a major problem, apparently at galas in Italy, swimmers need some letter or form from a doctor saying that they are fit, and without this letter they wont be allowed to swim.
I presume that this does not apply to to the worlds masters event?

missjackiechan · 27-10-2011, 04:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Big Nev

I'm planning to retire next year so will be winding down by then.

Will be in Cyprus looking for a house to live in.

Good Luck to all those that go.

Retire from teeth or swimming or both?

manic porpoise · 27-10-2011, 05:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Limerick

thanks MP, this is what I kind of guessed. So I think you to figure out a schedule of flights and races so that you have a free day before yoru races start.

One other issue:

My club went to a gala earlier on this year in Italy, and there was a major problem, apparently at galas in Italy, swimmers need some letter or form from a doctor saying that they are fit, and without this letter they wont be allowed to swim.
I presume that this does not apply to to the worlds masters event?

A free day would be best or at least arrive in the morning the day before (flights permitting). If you arrive late at night and your swim is late the next day you may manage to get registered, but that could be an extra worry you don't want. I always try to schedule in a free day (or more) to allow me to find my way around and recover from the flight.

I've never had to provide a letter or form from a doctor before. I'd assume it's not needed for this one, but would hope that it would be included in the entry pack if it is.

18-10-2011, 12:08 PM	#1
Limerick Established Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Limerick Ireland Posts: 758	World Masters Championships - Riccione ITALY I know its early, but just wandering if anybody on this forum is thinking of going to the World Masters Championships in Riccione? Its on from Sunday, 03June to Sunday, 17 June 2012. Some of the guys in our club are thinking of going and I am considering it myself.

18-10-2011, 12:17 PM	#2
Tewson Veste I don't do 50's (Anymore) Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Bromyard Posts: 2,088	Yep, we have a few guys who will be attending. My stock answer these days (and boring I know) is it depends on results of surgery on the shoulder. If all goes well planning to holiday for 2 weeks to make it acceptable to Mrs Tewson. __________________

18-10-2011, 12:32 PM	#3
Big Nev Now retired and loving it!!!! Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Rochdale and driving on M60 to Trafford training sessions Posts: 4,087	I'm planning to retire next year so will be winding down by then. Will be in Cyprus looking for a house to live in. Good Luck to all those that go. __________________ Age improves with good wine

18-10-2011, 04:41 PM	#5
Ivor Veni - Natavi - Vici Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Barnet Copthall (sort of) Posts: 530	I am considering it, but it really depends if the Google maps estimate of less than 3.5 hours from the pool to my parent's house is accurate. __________________ Ivor Skrewkyk WobblyBlock.com The internet's leading / only swimming satire website

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18-10-2011, 02:18 PM	#4
Odmaster why does life get in the way of training Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: North Wales Posts: 780	A few of us are going and are already considering accommodation options!

19-10-2011, 08:19 AM	#7
Limerick Established Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Limerick Ireland Posts: 758	wow. I thought I was being incredibly early in even thinking about the POSSIBILITY of going. Some folk are sooo organised....right, Id better have a look at the website again, see what events I MIGHT consider doing, work out the dates I might go, then check out flights and hotels. What is the story with the nearest decent sized airport, and what are the main carriers that service that airport, anybody know? cheers!

19-10-2011, 10:42 PM	#8
manic porpoise Established Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,238	In 2004 when Worlds were last in Riccione: Squeezy Jet flew to Rimini which is the closest airport. Not sure how far but must only be a 15 to 20 min drive as the planes are really low as they pass Riccione on their way to Rimini. Ryanscare flew to Bologna. (At least it was Bologna on their website which is really Forli. That's ok as Forli is closer to Riccione than Bologna is). I haven't checked yet for next year so don't know which airlines are best.

20-10-2011, 09:28 PM	#10
manic porpoise Established Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,238	Last time I stayed out of the town at a B&B on a farm. I've no idea where it was, but it was in a lovely location and great for relaxing after swims. On the down side it took quite a while to get to the pool due to the traffic. Riccione is much more convenient and has lots of restaurants but is a typical tourist town that doesn't show the best of what the area has to offer.

25-10-2011, 09:06 AM	#11
Limerick Established Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Limerick Ireland Posts: 758	When I went to the European Masters in Stockholm a few yrs ago, I had a free day on my first full day there, and I registered in the morning for my events. Looking at my chosen events and flights, it looks like my my first race would be the day after I arrive. Seeing as I would be arriving late in the evening, might this be a problem? I take it that you cant swim unless you have arrived and registered/validated, and if this takes time and your race is on in the morning, maybe as a golden rule you should try to have a free day after you arrive?

25-10-2011, 08:09 PM	#12
manic porpoise Established Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Posts: 1,238	I like to be able to register the day before. Sometimes they are quick but sometimes it can take hours. If your event is early I think you risk missing it. Last time at Riccione they wouldn't even let us to the pool without a valid ID showing you were swimming that day.

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