Holland and Belgium TEAM EXPERIENCE

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The

Opportunity

Holland has had an incredible impact on the soccer world with its famous ‘Total Football’ philosophy that Johan Cruyff took to Barcelona and impacted a young Pep Guardiola.  The country offers so much both on and off the field with incredible culture and sightseeing opportunities for players and supporters.  Then we travel to Belgium to stay and visit incredible cities and towns.  Your chance to play and train across two different countries with incredible soccer heritage.

The GSE

Holland and Belgium

Difference

The

Football experience

  • Coaching

    Your chance to be coached by some of the top Academy instructors at their own facilities.

  • Competition

    From local club teams to professional academies and beyond, GSE will identify the right level of competition based on your coaches’ input so we can provide the best playing experience.

  • Big Time Events

    Watch live games between some of the top teams in the world and enjoy private tours of famous iconic stadiums like the Johan Cruyff Arena, home of the world-famous Ajax.

The

off field experience

  • Accommodations

    From 4-star city center hotels to even University and College accommodations we have options to meet every budget.  We can provide bed and breakfast or all-inclusive based on the needs of the group and your destination. 

  • Locations

    We can provide your team with the opportunity to experience two countries with stays in Amsterdam and Maastricht on the Belgian border with access to Brussels, the capital city and home of the European Union.

  • Sightseeing

    Take the ‘Highlights of Amsterdam, canal tour and visit the historical landmarks with your tour guide.  Visit the Anne Frank House and the Royal Palace before we travel to the border of Belgium and explore the medieval city of Maastricht.  Add a visit to Valkenburg and an underground tour of the Sibbergroeve caves or even a bike tour in that scenic region to get a true feel for the Belgian culture!

Typical schedule

  • Friday

    Depart USA on your overnight flight to Amsterdam.

  • Saturday - Amsterdam Hotel

    Arrive at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and meet your GSE Staff and bilingual tour guide.

    Training session to relieve any jet lag for the players and free time for the supporters. Then lunch in Amsterdam.

    Check into your Amsterdam hotel and relax for the evening.

  • Sunday - Amsterdam Hotel

    Take an interactive Bike Tour round the city of Munich. The best way to take a tour of all the attractions!a

    Start the day with a guided tour of Amsterdam, beginning at the house of Anne Frank and stopping at historic landmarks such as The Royal Palace.

    Attend a live professional game as you watch two top Dutch teams based on available schedule.

    Return to your hotel to relax, parents and supporters to head into Amsterdam for dinner.

    Optional live game at a top German team such as Bayern Munich, Ingolstadt, or FC Augsburg

    Team meal at a city center restaurant

  • Monday - Amsterdam Hotel

    Practice session for players with coaches from the Dutch Football Association, parents, and supporters free time in Amsterdam.

    Group meet to take part in the “Highlights of Amsterdam” canal tour.

    1st friendly match against local Dutch opposition.

  • Tuesday - Belgium Hotel

    Private tour of the Johan Cruyff Arena, home to Ajax Football Club.

    Travel to Maastricht area approximately 2 hours away by bus and check into your next hotel.

    Team dinner at a city center restaurant as you sample the local cuisine.

  • Wednesday - Belgium Hotel

    Training session with local coach from Belgian football association

    After practice travel to Maastricht for a guided tour around one of the oldest cities in Holland with its museums, churches, hidden alleys and spacious squares.

    2nd friendly match against local Belgian opposition.

  • Thursday – Belgium Hotel

    Travel to the capital city of Brussels.

    Meet your Brussels tour guide to take in everything this fascinating capital city has to offer, described as ‘historic but hip and multicultural to its roots!’

    Return to your hotel and team dinner.

  • Friday - Amsterdam Hotel

    Enjoy adventure bike riding in Valkenburg as you take the underground tour through the vast caves and corridors of the Sibbergroeve.

    Depart hotel and head back towards Holland for your final game of the tour.

    Play your final friendly match against local Dutch opposition.

  • Saturday - Amsterdam Hotel

    Free time for sightseeing around Amsterdam and pick up all your souvenirs to take home.

    Option to attend your second live professional game of the tour between 2 of Holland’s top teams.

    Final night of the tour and team dinner.

  • Sunday

    Travel to the airport for your return flight home.

NEXT STEPS

Set up a call with one of our Experience Directors to go over the goals of your travel, where do you want to go, what are the best dates, what do you want to do when you get there?  We will then plan your itinerary and set up a presentation with your group by video or in person.  This is a great chance to discuss the schedule in more detail and highlight how Global Sports Experiences can ensure your international event meets everyone's expectations.

Once your group decides to go ahead with the event, we will send an email from our registration system containing a link to your own unique web page.  This page contains additional information and instructions on how to complete the traveler registration process. This email will guide you through the necessary steps to ensure smooth and efficient registration for the event, allowing you to focus on preparing for an unforgettable experience.

We will continue to send out communications and information via your own unique registration page. As we get closer to your departure date, we will set up another meeting with the group to go over final preparations. This last meeting might include details on what to pack, accommodation, confirmed games, sightseeing events and much more. We will also provide details on the tour staff who will be managing the day-to-day events of your experience and will meet you on your arrival.

  • Flight Program and Assistance: Take advantage of GSE's group flight option, designed to streamline your travel experience for players, families, and staff alike. With our group flight program, enjoy cost savings on tickets, convenient installment payment options, and the camaraderie of traveling alongside your team. ** Please note that a minimum of 20 travelers is required to request a group flight, ensuring seamless coordination and enhanced affordability for all participants. 
  • Travel Protection Plan: GSE offers a comprehensive travel protection plan that covers a range of benefits including medical and dental treatment abroad, cancellation due to injury, sickness, or death of a family member, passport and visa protection, flight cancellation, loss of luggage and personal effects, and cancellation due to terrorist acts (as defined). This insurance is provided through our travel partner and the link can be found on your registration page.
  • Installment Payments: GSE provides the convenience of paying via installment to ensure flexibility and ease of payment for our travelers.
  • Solo Travel: Children can travel alone under the guidance and supervision of our experienced staff, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the journey. Please note that to travel on the airlines parents will need to complete an Unaccompanied Minor form identifying a supervising adult. We can provide a copy of this form on your registration page.
  • Dietary Accommodations: Participants with dietary restrictions will find meals tailored to their needs available during the trip. Closer to the departure date, we will collect information regarding any allergies or dietary preferences to ensure everyone's needs are met.

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