Latest entries came from The Tanzanian Tuskers, Harrow RFC, The Kiwi Leprechauns and The Texas XXXX's.

The official Carnival brochure is available on request to the Vintage Rugby Office here>>>  or you can  Download our Brochure in PDF form right here.

We have received a number of expressions of concern from people pointing out a conflict in timing between Vintage Sports events and those of other operators.
It is our policy wherever possible to give our participants every opportunity to enjoy all the offerings in this area of the sports and leisure market, and not detract from events already scheduled.
That is why, in July last year when we scheduled our second Vintage Rugby Festival for Buenos Aires in September, 2006, we chose a time and venue which were both absolutely clear on the calendar. Any subsequent conflict is certainly not of our choosing.
Be assured, we will continue to organise our events for you on this basis, but regretfully there is nothing we can do about other organisations subsequently scheduling across our dates.
We can only reiterate our ongoing commitment to bringing you the very best of Vintage Sports Carnivals, to reflect the rapidly increasing number of participants who are now enthusiastically supporting the Vintage philosophy and style of event.
 
It’s always nice to read what others have to say after visits to exciting places and that is why a visit to the BootsnAll website is worthwhile. There are a number of informative contributions from travelers recently visiting Argentina and Buenos Aires in particular – log onto http://www.bootsnall.com/south-america/argentina/buenos-aires/.

The French language Buenos Aires Carnival Website is now on-line, and will be followed early next month with the Spanish website!

VINTAGE RUGBY LAWS....
After consulting the Vintage Rugby Advisory Board (made up of Vintage rugby players throughout the world) Vintage Rugby Management have made subtle changes to the laws of playing Vintage Rugby.

For these laws to work it is critical that team leaders make sure they register their teams for the level of competitiveness they wish to play. It is also important for the Captains and Referees to meet prior to each game to agree on the laws the game will be played to.
Check the revised Vintage Rugby Laws, Age groups and Referees page >>>

ARGENTINA TOURISM WELCOMES TEAMS TO BUENOS AIRES CARNIVAL....
The Secretary of Tourism for the Argentine Republic has confirmed his organisation’s support for the Buenos Aires World Vintage Rugby Carnival. In a letter sent to the Vintage Rugby Office Mr Carlos Enrique Meyer told the organisers "It is a very great honour for us to host the next World Vintage Rugby Carnival in our capital city of Buenos Aires. We are confident that all participants will profit from a wonderful stay in our country, where the possibilities are infinite, both for sport and tourism. From its breathtaking natural wonders to its welcoming cities, Argentina will continually surprise you at all times. Argentina has a love for sports, and rugby has been played for a long time with an increasing popularity. By hosting the World Vintage Rugby Carnival 2006, Argentina hopes to transmit the importance of both tourism and sports inter-twined as an opportunity and a platform for promoting our country". Read the full Press Release >>
Both Argentina Tourism and Buenos Aires Tourism offices have pledged their commitment as partners with Vintage Rugby in promoting the Carnival. They will provide a range of tourism resources and funding to support the international publicity campaign.

REGIONAL FOCUS....
In this issue we begin the first of a regular focus on the regions of Argentina. The series begins with an in-depth review of Misiones Province, NE Argentina. Read on to learn more about this fascinating region that includes one of the eight wonders of the natural World – Iguazu Falls – the most spectacular waterfalls on our planet.
Read More Details>>

AEROLINEAS ARGENTINAS SUPPORTS VINTAGE RUGBY....
The World Vintage Rugby office is pleased to announce that Aerolíneas Argentinas  has been appointed as the preferred international airline for the 2006 Buenos Aires Carnival. The airline operates regular services from Australia, New Zealand, Germany, Italy, France, USA, Spain and the United Kingdom to Argentina with connections to most major South American cities. We urge teams travelling to the 2006 Carnival to make reservations with Aerolíneas Argentinas as soon as possible because September is a busy month for travel to and from Buenos Aires – don’t forget to mention you are travelling to the World Vintage Rugby Carnival.

THE BIG DAY OUT....
A very special optional outing is being planned on the Thursday of Carnival week. Fiesta Gaucho will be a day in the Argentine countryside at Estancia La Cinacina which will include a huge ´asado´ BBQ lunch (huge is an understatement) accompanied by flowing wines and beers, the traditional gaucho horsemanship skill displays, traditional costume dancers and singers and the cost including transfers is only US$49 per person. Read more about this exclusive optional ‘Big Day Out’ >>> .

TOURS, EXCURSIONS AND MORE TOURS....
The Buenos Aires Carnival ground operator, Sundance Spirit, has assembled an impressive range of tours and excursions at exceptional prices. They include the most popular half & full day excursions available in and around Buenos Aires. Two tours that will be very popular will be the Factory Warehouse Discount Shopping Tour and the Full Day Tour to Uruguay. Details>>>.
We cannot stress enough the need for pre-reservations as September is a very busy month in Buenos Aires, it being the beginning of springtime and the commencement of the high tourist season.

All touring enquiries and reservations should be directed to bookings@sundancetours.com.ar

STOP PRESS – WE’VE FOUND SOME APARTMENTS....
A few teams have enquired about the availability of apartments. Sundance Spirit has now identified apartments at Lois Suites Esmerelda Apartment/Hotel that could be available during the Carnival. Click here to view apartment layouts >>> . These apartments have not been secured but will be available should any team stipulate apartment styled accommodation for the Carnival week. To secure Apartments the hotel will require each team to provide a 30% deposit within 30 days of reservation confirmation. The rule is ‘no deposit no apartment’. The apartments are highly sought after, as they offer flexibility, the price is right and breakfast is included in the hotel dining room.
More details and costs >>>.

GOOD REASONS TO ENTER NOW …
Entry to the 2006 World Vintage Rugby Carnival will be limited to the first 80 visiting teams to complete the entry process.

Who needs any other incentive to enter now >>>

YOU HAVE TO LOOK YOUR BEST IN BUENOS AIRES....
Vintage Rugby is pleased to announce that Stud Rugby has agreed to continue their relationship with the World Carnivals. Stud Rugby produces an exciting range of rugby jerseys, shorts and socks to suit every team’s desire and budget. The company offers all sorts of designs and teams can change colours of each design to suit their club’s requirements.

Stud Rugby, which is based in South Africa, can provide extremely competitive prices and delivery time is very quick. The company will be sponsoring the Vintage Rugby bibs that older players will be wearing during the Buenos Aires Carnival.
Click below for more details:

or visit the Stud Rugby website at Studrugby.com

TAKE A LOOK AT WHAT'S ON OFFER ….
It is said that a picture represents a thousand words. Take a look at the following photos and others in our collection of the great sights of Argentina and Buenos Aires – breathtaking!  Image Gallery >>>

Finally....
We will keep you updated about Vintage Rugby and the 2006 World Vintage Rugby Carnival in Buenos Aires….

Your next issue of the Vintage Rugby update will be sent next month and will feature more exciting news and views about Buenos Aires 2006.