We will provide all applicable travel details, including departure and return transportation, accommodations, program itinerary, tour guide, and drop-off/pick-up locations (if applicable). Flight times, airlines, itineraries, tour leader(s), and hotel information are subject to change, especially when participating in a tournament or event, WorldStrides is at the discretion of the host in regards to schedule, accommodations, transportation.

Yes, you may arrange your own flights as part of our land only package. More information regarding this package can be found on your online registration portal.

On our standard touring programs, we use 3-Star or 4-Star tourist class hotels, with a private bathroom guaranteed in each room. Our quotations are based on rooming in twin rooms, or occasionally triples. ALL our properties are clean and comfortable, and we are always looking for a degree of charm and character that epitomizes the culture of the country you are visiting. As further indication to our commitment to quality, our staff has vetted all properties used during this event. Please note the room sizes in Europe are generally smaller than in the US. Hotels are often converted residential buildings therefore; the style and characteristics of the building are generally quite quirky. Elevators are limited and very small. We recommend packing light for your trip.

Yes, family members are welcome to join the tour, but please reach out to your coach to confirm. Different programs have different goals for their international travel experience. Please note our schedules are soccer focused with a mix of cultural activities. Family members will follow the same itinerary as the team.

Yes. It is recommended by the US and Canadian governments that if only one parent/guardian is traveling they carry a notarized (witnessed in Canada) letter of permission from the stay-at-home parent. If sending a child alone, it may be a good idea for the group to obtain a notarized letter of permission signed by the parents or legal guardian.

In our experience the teams who start the booking process approximately 15 to 12 months in advance have a better chance of making the trip happen. Our best advice is to decide on your preferred trip and confirm the dates as soon as possible. Because the trip is dependent on availability of services at the time of booking, the sooner you confirm the more likely the exact dates, hotels and flights you want will be available. If you are traveling during high season, airlines and hotels can have significant demand for seats/rooms and the sooner we are able to submit your group’s request, more likely we are to secure your exact, preferred schedule. Please contact us as early as possible for a tour proposal that is fine tuned to the exact the needs of your team.

We require a completed and signed general terms and conditions form and deposit from each traveler.

Yes, this will be subject to availability. Please note that WorldStrides charges a late registration fee if enrollment is less than 110 days before departure.

Many of our teams travel with less than their full roster. There are many reasons for this; family holidays, school conflicts, financial inability, seasonal employment, academic reasons, or selection for the O.D.P. or Regional squads. In order for the other players not to miss out, you may choose to invite guest players from your own club or other clubs to complete your roster. Guest players can also be found for you from your destination country.

Yes. Full payment of each installment should be remitted to WorldStrides Sports on or before the due date. Installments can be remitted by credit card ($8 per charge), club/school check, money order, or personal check.

A passport is required for international travel. Please note, the passport must be valid for 6 MONTHS BEYOND the return date. If you have a non-US passport, visit visacentral.com to determine if you need a travel visa. It is the responsibility of each traveler to ensure they have all the correct documentation necessary.

Any amateur sports organization traveling for an international match or tournament must receive permission from their U.S. Soccer-affiliated organization first and then subsequently from U.S. Soccer. The documents that will need to be completed in order to receive permission to travel include; U.S. Soccer Application for Foreign Travel, Ted Stevens Amateur Sports Act, a team roster, and the official invitation letters from international game hosts. All of these necessary documents will be provided by WorldStrides Sports. Once the required sections are completed by the traveling club, these documents will be sent to your U.S. Soccer-affiliated organization for approval, and then will be sent for final approval by U.S. Soccer. This is not an individual participant responsibly. This does not pertain to college or high school teams.

We strongly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance. All details regarding coverage can be found on your online registration portal. Please note that the insurance contract is between the insurance company and the participant. The terms and conditions of coverage vary according to the insurance provider. Cost of coverage is generally based upon the cost of the trip. It is understood that WorldStrides Sports accepts no liability for damages incurred by circumstances that would be covered under trip/travel insurance.