FIFA World Cup Themed Tour Scotland 2018 amsportstours.com
Your tour starts here We want you to get the most out of your tour and ensure you have all the info you need upfront. That s why we have created this tour overview, it lists all the fantastic activities we have ready and waiting for you. We have made this document interactive so that you can just click and go to the information you need. See contents opposite for what this document contains. All you have to do get ready to have a great time. About AM Sports Tours 3 Previous tours FIFA World Cup Brazil - Euros 2016 France - Canada 6 World Cup Experience 7 Location St Andrews/Edinburgh 8 Watch the games together 10 Facilities 11 David Russell Apartments 12 Perfect for Parents 13 Schedule player/parent 14 Inclusions & Price 16 El Clasico Raffle 17 How to Register 18 Testimonials 19 Contact Details 20 2 AM Sports Tours Women s World Cup World themed Cup tour France Scotland
Heads for travel, hearts for soccer Right from the kick off, it s been about the soccer. It s in our blood. We re a passionate team of toplevel soccer coaches and players dedicated to sharing our love of the beautiful game with players of every age, from every corner of the earth. We work at the very highest level, coaching national teams on the international stage, as well as running our own thriving grassroots club. So, when it comes to our tours, we take a completely tailored approach, creating incredible itineraries based on your specific goals. We take teams on unforgettable journeys, travelling to amazing cities and iconic stadiums, meeting heroes and making friends. Unrivalled on-the-ground knowledge means we can partner you with professional and national clubs for demanding training sessions, challenging games and inspiring behind-the-scenes tours. We re soccer people doing tours, not tour people doing soccer. We know the game and we know what it s like to be a player, a fan, a coach and a manager. That s why over 1,500 soccer-loving clients from over 36 countries choose AM Sports Tours again and again. 3
Our partnerships Professional clubs worked with: FC Barcelona Chelsea FC Arsenal FC Manchester City AS Roma Reading Fulham Partner clubs: Clubs: FC Dallas Soccer Club (USA), Charlotte United Soccer Club (USA), Lengends FC (USA), Jeddah City (Saudi Arabia), Redlands United (Australia), Numazu FC (Japan), Pheonix Academy, (England) Ricki Herbert FA (NZ), Asia Pacific Soccer Schools (Hong Kong), Charlotte Country Day (USA), Whatcom FC Rangers (USA). Schools/College/University: Concordia College (USA), St. Andrews University (Scotland), Boson Sports Institute (Sweden), Perth Schools (Scotland), Glenrothes & Auchmuty High School (Scotland), Vanderbilt University (USA). Albion Hurricanes FC Blaine Soccer Club CDA Slammers FC Challenge Houston Texans LA Galaxy Orange County LA Galaxy San Diego LA Galaxy South Bay Partner club (continued): Partners/licenses/funders: Los Angeles Premier FC Pateadores San Diego Surf SC St. Louis Scott Gallagher UEFA Erasmus + European Union SALT Academy (Cambodian Charity) 4
The beautiful game in beautiful places Our travel partnership has seen us travel thousands of miles to three different continents to deliver soccer tours in the most beautiful cities and towns around the globe. AM Sports Tours has planned, organised and delivered tours to the highest standard at major tournaments in 3 different countries in as many years as we delivered the beautiful game to over 1500 people in Brazil, Canada & France. 5
Previous tours World Cup 2014 AM Sports Tours welcomed their customers to the stunning paradise city of Buzios for the World Cup in Brazil in 2014. An action packed schedule was filled with friendly games, training, live games and many outstanding sightseeing activities. Over 600 people got to experience this fantastic and unforgettable World Cup Academy as they got to witness first-hand the atmosphere of a soccer-mad country hosting the World s greatest international soccer tournament. Women s World Cup 2015 The Women s World Cup was the next stop for AM Sports Tours as they delivered an elite training based programme in Whistler, Canada. The programme was open to all girls of mixed ages and abilities as we offered an elite training camp with elite coaches from the men and women s game working in partnership with AM Sports Tours to deliver high level training sessions for the girls in the lead up to a one day festival, incorporating live games and sight-seeing activities. A truly unbelievable setting made this trip something that will live in the memories forever! Euros 2016 In June 2016, AM Sports tours delivered the Grimaud Cup to over 700 customers in Grimaud - a fantastic and unique town along the coast from the popular St Tropez. Players trained with professional coaches whilst competing in the Grimaud Cup versus local French teams, all twinned with live Euro 2016 games and visiting the famous St Tropez and Monaco while spending time relaxing on the beautiful beaches in the South of France. 6
Experience the World Cup Every soccer players dream is to win the FIFA World Cup and lift that coveted trophy. Here is your chance to do just that! Compete in our very own mini World Cup, where your team will play in a mini group against other teams leading to a World Cup Final where you will have the chance to lift the World Cup Trophy!. 7
St Andrews St Andrews is also known worldwide as the home of golf. The Old Course, the world s most famous golf links, has a striking seaside location at the western end of town it s a thrilling experience to stroll the hallowed turf. Nevertheless, it s a lovely place to visit even if you ve no interest in the game, with impressive medieval ruins, stately university buildings, idyllic white sands and excellent bars and restaurants. 8
Edinburgh Edinburgh is one of Europe s most beautiful cities, draped across a series of rocky hills overlooking the sea. It s a town intimately entwined with its landscape, with buildings and monuments perched atop crags and overshadowed by cliffs. From the Old Town s picturesque jumble of medieval tenements piled high along the Royal Mile, its turreted skyline strung between the black, bull-nosed Castle Rock and the russet palisade of Salisbury Crags, to the New Town s neat grid of neoclassical respectability, the city offers a constantly changing perspective. Edinburgh is a city that begs to be discovered, filled with quirky, come-hither nooks that tempt you to explore just that little bit further. find out more 9
Watch the games We all love the buzz of the game and AM Sports Tours will recreate that atmosphere during the FIFA World Cup 2018. Watch the live games as they unfold and be immersed in the atmosphere of the world s biggest soccer tournament. Watch some of the best players in the world and feel the buzz of the World Cup as we create game day events! Game day events will be confirmed when the world cup schedule is released. We had a large screen set up in the hotel to watch the live games. Its like we were there! The atmosphere was unreal! Rob Sanchez, Parent, Euro 2016 Tour 10
Facilities AM Sports Tours strive to provide top class training and playing facilities for the tour offering the players the best opportunity to train and play at the highest level they can. The soccer facilities in St. Andrews are located close by the apartments and offer a fantastic soccer environment for the players to train and play at. 11
David Russell Apartments St Andrews The David Russell Apartments are a fantastic accommodation option that will suit the needs of the group. The apartments offer en-suite facilities in an apartment style building. The accommodation is situated just 15 minutes from St Andrews by foot and only a couple of minutes by foot from one of the training pitches. The location is in a safe, quiet district used frequently by students from the University. The accommodation has access to many of the attractions of this beautiful town that are only a short walk away. Many teams from the USA use David Russell as their chosen accommodation in St Andrews including LA Premier FC, San Diego Surf and CDA Slammers. With the service, location and access to the town, the David Russell Apartments are a perfect fit for your team. 12
Perfect for Parents AM Sports Tours are committed to making every trip a once in a lifetime experience not only for the players but for the parents as well. The best time I have had since College We understand that parents sometimes need time on their own to relax or to visit some of the attractions at their own pace so we create a schedule that allows parents to take time out, knowing that the players are in a safe environment where they are having fun. Enjoy a drink in one of the many cafés and bars in the city, visit the many attractions or simply relax, doing things at your own pace This will be a fantastic trip for you and your family! Hear from some of the parents experiences by clicking on the link on page 19. The staff took care of the kids, we didn t expect to have such a wonderful time seeing the sights and sounds 13
Schedule players/parents Morning Afternoon Evening Saturday June 16th Depart USA on a flight for Scotland Sunday June 17th Arrive in Scotland at Edinburgh Airport and be greeted by AM Sports Tours staff on arrival Check into accommodation and settle in before heading in St Andrews for lunch Welcome evening meal in a restaurant in the town followed by watching Live FIFA World Cup games Monday June 18th Breakfast at the accommodation before making the short walk to the training pitch for a training session with top coaches Lunch for the players in the town before heading to the Old Course Golf Course for a Putting Competition! Evening meal then enjoy watching Live FIFA World Cup games. Enjoy the atmosphere of this fantastic tournament!! Tuesday June 19th Breakfast at the accommodation then head to Glasgow for a stadium tour of Celtic Park, home to SPL Champions Celtic FC Lunch at leisure then enjoy some time in Glasgow city. Return to St Andrews to prepare for evening game World Cup Group Game 1 LA Galaxy OC vs. Scottish Team of a similar standard Evening meal in a restaurant in the town Wednesday June 20th Breakfast at the accommodation then players enjoy a golf driving lesson at the range whilst parents enjoy a trip north to Edradour Players spend time in St Andrews with AM Sports staff whilst parents visit the smallest whiskey distillery in Scotland World Cup Group Game 2 LA Galaxy OC vs. Scottish Team of a similar standard Evening meal in a restaurant in the town 14
Schedule players/parents Morning Afternoon Evening Thursday June 21st Breakfast at the accommodation then take a private bus to Edinburgh for a day of sightseeing and shopping Lunch at leisure. Visit this stunning city, seeing sights such as the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and Scott Monument or enjoy shopping on the famous Princes Street Head back to St Andrews for an evening meal then enjoy watching Live FIFA World Cup games. Enjoy the atmosphere of this fantastic tournament!! Friday June 22nd Breakfast at the accommodation then head to enjoy a game of footgolf. Parents can enjoy some time in St Andrews or visit the Spa at the Fairmont! Lunch then head back to the accommodation to relax and prepare for the evening games. World Cup Group Game 3 LA Galaxy OC vs. Scottish Team of a similar standard Evening meal in a restaurant in the town Saturday June 23rd Breakfast at the accommodation and enjoy some time relaxing or head into St Andrews Lunch before making the short walk to the training pitch for a training session with top coaches Evening meal then enjoy watching Live FIFA World Cup games. Enjoy the atmosphere of this fantastic tournament!! Sunday June 24th Breakfast at the accommodation then head to the pitches to prepare for the final games of the tour World Cup Finals LA Galaxy OC vs. Scottish Team of a similar standard Watch Live FIFA World Cup games before the evening event. World Cup Presentation with awards followed by a farewell evening meal Monday June 25th Breakfast at the accommodation then prepare to depart by private bus for the airport for flight home 15
Inclusions & Price Open to players, parents and siblings 8 nights accommodation in St Andrews at the David Russell Apartments Assistance with booking of golf tee times and club hire for parents SAVE UP TO $1000 AM Sports Tours El Clasico Fundraiser Breakfast, lunch and dinner for players & breakfast and main meal for parents and siblings All transport by private bus and local transport Stadium Tour of Celtic Park Live World Cup Game events to watch games Training sessions with Professional Coaches (more on request) High level facilities for training sessions Water at training and games All laundry of kit AM Sports Tours Guides 24/7 Online registration no admin for the club AM Sports Tours El Clasico Fundraiser NOT INCLUDED International flight, Individual travel insurance Mini World Cup Tournament - 4 games Instalment Payments Putting competition and driving range on the Old Course Footgolf competition Day in Edinburgh and Glasgow Transport to Edradour Whiskey Distillery for parents Price per person (excluding flights) $2195 1st Jan 2018 1st Feb 2018 1st Apr 2018 $395 $600 $600 1st May 2018 $600 16
El Clasico Raffle AM Sports Tours offer a unique fundraising tool that can save up to $1000.00 per person off the cost of the trip! SAVE UP TO $1000 AM Sports Tours El Clasico Fundraiser Each person who signs up for the trip will receive a book of 20 raffle tickets. The prize is a fantastic trip for two people to Spain to watch El Clasico! 2 2 x round trip flights 4 x nights accommodation 4 star hotel in either Barcelona or Madrid 2 x tickets to El Clasico Real Madrid vs. FC Barcelona Live Each individual has the opportunity to save up to $1000 towards the cost of their trip, which they keep! If you believe you can sell more tickets we will provide you with more. 17
Registration details Here are the details of how to register online for the tour. Click link opposite. Select the option This is the first time I have registered with AM Sports Tours. Please enter all personal details for the person travelling. On the drop down program menu, select the LA Galaxy OC World Cup Scotland Tour 2018 Click here to Register online If you have more than one family member travelling then please enter each individual separately by selecting add another customer. The option to add more people appears once you have registered the first person. Once you have registered everyone in your party, you will see a total amount. Continue to check out and then please read through the terms and conditions. At the bottom of the page click I agree You will then see a summary of the tour. Please select either pay in full or Automatic instalment. Enter your method of payment and then submit payment. You will receive an email confirmation of your payment. You will also receive a unique code that is your password for logging back in to make further payments or adjustments to details. 18
World-class service We believe we create world-class experiences, but don t just take our word for it listen to what our client have to say... In 20 years of professional football AM Sports Tours have provided my team with the best training camp I have experienced. As Academy Director at a professional club I would trust them to deliver the highest level of customer service and advice on how a training camp should be structured for maximum player development. Their contacts and connections are at the highest level. click to watch James Clarkson, Academy Director, Houston Dynamo, MLS This was the greatest experience that my family and I ever had. The whole trip was perfectly managed by AM Sports Tours. Thank you for making this trip a once in a lifetime experience! Group travel with individual service - a great company with wonderful staff Alex Ramirez, LA Premier FC, Boys Spain Tour 19
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