Honeymoon Bridge
Bridge adapted for two players. Draw cards to build your hand, then play a mini bridge game. Good practice for bridge partnerships.
What You'll Need
About This Game
Bridge adapted for two players. Draw cards to build your hand, then play a mini bridge game. Good practice for bridge partnerships.
How to Play
**Setup:** Deal 13 cards each face-down in personal draw piles. Each player takes 6 cards to start.
**Gameplay - Part 1 (Building):**
- Players alternate drawing from their own pile or the widow (unused 26 cards)
- After each draw, build your hand until both have 13 cards
**Gameplay - Part 2 (Bidding & Play):**
- Bid as in regular Bridge (1♣, 1NT, etc.) or pass
- High bidder leads, play 13 tricks following Bridge rules
- Must follow suit if able; highest card of led suit wins unless trumped
**Scoring:** Standard Bridge scoring. Play multiple hands for a full rubber.
History & Background
Honeymoon Bridge developed in the early 20th century as a two-player adaptation of Contract Bridge. It was designed for couples who loved Bridge but couldn't always find a foursome.
The name "Honeymoon Bridge" suggests play between newlyweds, though the game was enjoyed by any two players familiar with Bridge conventions. It became popular among serious Bridge players as a way to practice bidding.
Several variants exist: some deal all cards face-down (memory-based), others expose cards gradually, and some use a dummy hand as in regular Bridge. Each version emphasizes different skills.
The game remains popular among Bridge enthusiasts, though it never achieved the competitive status of its parent game. It serves as an excellent introduction to Bridge mechanics for newcomers learning from an experienced partner.