WORLD POKER TOUR® ANNOUNCES WPT NATIONAL MARBELLA POKER FESTIVAL FROM 19th - 27th APRIL 2012
London (February 3, 2011) – World Poker Tour is excited to reveal dates for the inaugural WPT National Marbella Poker Festival which will be taking place from 19 – 27 April 2012 at the Casino Marbella, in lively Puerto Banus on the Costa del Sol, Spain. The WPT National Marbella Main Event, sponsored by PartyPoker.com, will run from 20 - 24 April will be the central feature of the festival. The televised Main Event will be for Spanish distribution and Final Table will also be available to watch via live stream on PartyPoker blog.
WPT National Marbella, as the third European National event to be held in 2012, offers players the prestige of playing a WPT calibre event, with an accessible buy-in of €1500 + €150. Players can also rely on the WPT expertise which offers a unique national structure designed by internationally renowned tournament director Matt Savage. As part of the festival there will also be a wide range of side events and cash games with buy-ins suitable for players at all levels across the ten days. PartyPoker and bwin pros Tomeu Gomila “Amatos”, and Jordi Martinez “Alekhine” have already confirmed their attendance at the Main Event.
As 2012 hots up, why not journey to one of Europe’s most desirable holiday destinations to play poker amongst some of the best players in Europe. Players can pre-register online for the festival’s through Poker Traveller and also take advantage of their exclusive hotel deal at the H10 Andalucia Plaza resort hotel, adjacent to Casino Marbella where all of the action will be taking place. Players can benefit from a unique €125 stay-and-play package, including accommodation, breakfast, free WiFi access, plus a variety of exclusive casino discounts and free voucher giveaways.
Away from the tables there is a diverse range of activities to entertain. With some of Spain’s best beaches right on the door step, the lively nightlife of Puerto Banus and the traditional charm of Marbella old town, this truly is one of the most desirable destinations in Europe. Players have the chance to indulge in the best gastronomic delights Spain has to offer in the centre of Marbella or sip local beer in one of the many bars along the Paseo de Maritimo. The summer opening of the popular Nikki Beach club also coincides with the festival so players will definitely enjoy the vibe of the most fashionable location on the Costa del Sol.