Member Page Soccer 2010

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College, High School & Club Team Tours Manchester United Soccer School Clinics and KNVB Clinics International Soccer Tours and Tournaments

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Welcome to the world of international soccer! Why take your team to play Internationally: International competition Meet players from all over the world Visit the World’s most famous sites Improve as a player Develop your cultural understanding

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“Over the years, I have seen countless international matches at all levels, and I cannot begin to tell you how important the role of international competition is in the development of youth soccer players and teams. Traveling internationally with your team will present you with invaluable opportunities to grow on and off the field as a team and individuals. In addition to challenging matches on the field, these trips give your team unique opportunities to spend time together off the field, building valuable friendships and learning about other cultures and people. Our experience over the years with Premier International Tours, formerly Euro-Sportring, allows us to be confident that this organization will provide a first-class tour experience that your team will never forget. Sunil Gulati – President of US Soccer Federation

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Premier International Tours is the largest and most respected soccer travel organization More than 7,000 teams a year are using our services Biggest variety of tours and tournaments throughout Europe and South America Best value for money and least expensive packages Fully sanctioned by US Soccer and the NSCAA 120+ tournaments and destinations Team leaders receive our up to date information pack on International travel One free trip for the every 19 people Free inspection trip offered for each coach or team manager to Amsterdam Offices and representatives in 24 countries around the world Our staff in North America offers a wealth of experience Why travel with Premier International Tours

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Premier International Tours offers: International soccer tournaments Friendly games and culture Soccer Clinics with the Royal Netherlands Soccer Federation (KNVB), Manchester United Soccer Schools and The Brazilian Soccer Federation Tailor Made Programs

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Participate in a festive international tournament International games in an atmosphere of total soccer immersion Interact and make new friends with soccer players from all over the world Olympic style opening ceremonies Extensive sightseeing options available Social events for players, coaches and managers Minimum 4/5 games for each team Highest quality grass pitches International Soccer Tournaments

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Competitive games whatever your standard of competition (from rec. teams to pro teams) Enjoy social interaction with your opponents, before and after games Visit the best attractions only locals know about Excellent fields for daily training available Tickets to pro matches Top quality coaches available Friendly Games and Cultures

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Three or four days training clinics with Europe's best-qualified coaches Premier International Tours has a partnership with the KNVB --The Royal Dutch Soccer Federation-- to provide top quality coaches Train with coaches who have developed top international players like Ruud van Nistelrooij (Real Madrid FC), Robert van Parse (Arsenal), Wesley Sniejder (Real Madrid FC), Dirk Kuyt (Liverpool), and Arjan Robben (Real Madrid FC) Have your coach and players work extensively with European coaching staff Optimal preparation for tournaments and your next season Soccer Clinics with the Royal Netherlands Soccer Federations (KNVB)

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Three or four days training clinics with Brazil's best-qualified coaches Premier International Tours has a partnership with Manchester United Soccer Schools to provide top quality coaches Train with coaches who have developed top international players like Paul Scholes (Manchester Utd), and David Beckham (LA Galaxy and AC Milan) Have your coach and players work extensively with European coaching staff Optimal preparation for tournaments and your next season Soccer clinics with the Manchester United Soccer Schools (MUSS)

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Soccer clinics with the Brazilian Soccer Federation (CBF) Three or four days training clinics with Europe's best-qualified coaches Premier International Tours has a partnership with the Brazilian Soccer Federation and the EBF to provide top quality coaches Train with coaches who have developed top international players like Ronaldinho, Kaka, Robinho and Pato Optimal preparation for tournaments and your next season Compete and train at the Brazilian National Training Centery – Granja Comary – where all National teams prepare for upcoming competitions

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Design a trip that fits perfectly with your objectives and exceeds your expectations Participate in one or more tournaments Have a choice of tournaments and/or exhibition games Add a clinic or pro game With over 100 tour samples offered no one else can provide our range of quality programs Design your own tailor made soccer tour!

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Sports program The sports program is customized to meet your preferences. Premier International Tours selects the most suitable competition for friendly games, tournament participation and soccer clinics. Sight-seeing/excursions A custom-designed program will be prepared for each destination. Assistance At each destination you will be hosted by a Premier International Tours representative, to ensure that your group will fully enjoy its stay. At tournaments, Premier International Tours has a special office with a full staff to assist you. Accommodation We offer many lodging possibilities, including school dorms, budget hotels, business-class hotels, youth hostels and sports centers. What will Premier International Tours Provide

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Meals Arrangements are usually breakfast and dinner each day. Ground transportation Transportation is by motor coach equipped for long distance travel. All have reclining seats, refrigerators for drinks, and stereo systems. Round-trip airfare Special bargains have been secured with major airlines for intercontinental flights. Free place One free place is given with 19 paying persons, with a minimum of one per group. Some options Upgraded accommodation arrangements for players and fans: Full board (3 meals a day) meal arrangement. Full licensed travel agency to arrange deviations.

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We provide your group with unbeatable experience in the world of soccer, as players, coaches and as parents Our USA staff has over 75 years combined of knowledge and experience Our brochures, website and experienced staff members ensure that you always have all the information you need. Our 10-week step guide offers you direction and a timeline in your planning process We will work closely with you in selecting the right program for your school, club or college. We’re happy to customize any itinerary to include any combination of experiences you wish We offer a commitment to our customers from the initial contact to your return from abroad. Our helpful planning program ensures that you feel comfortable at every stage of the way Our local staff member is available to meet with you and your group for a personal presentation at any time We’ve arranged soccer tours for over 4 million players over the last 45 years The Premier International Tours Staff

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Week #1: Tour development Discuss your options with your Premier International Tours agent and with the help of your brochure and/or website select: The dates for your group's travel. The tournaments and destinations you want to visit. Request detailed proposals from Premier International Tours. Contact your group to arrange MEETING 1/tour introduction – we recommend one week after the receipt of your tour programs. Premier International Tours Planning Guide

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Week #2: MEETING 1 – Tour introduction Suggested Agenda: Provide your group with the tour options (with copies for each person), and the participant costs. Share information about your preferred locations and/or tournaments throughout the world. Make a tentative list of participants for players (with age) and boosters. Discuss ideas for fund raisers. Detailed fundraising ideas can be found on our website www.premierinternationaltours.com Login username and password is premier09. Set a deadline for the initial deposit ($ 200 per person) to be collected at MEETING 3/Tour commitment - we recommend 3 weeks after this meeting. Establish a date and time for MEETING 2/Select your tour - we recommend 1 week after this meeting. Discuss tour development with Premier International Tours agent.

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Week #3: MEETING 2 - Select your tour Suggested Agenda: Select your tour. Discuss the number of applications. Establish a payment schedule for your trip - Six weeks after your deposits, we require a 25% payment. - Final payment (25%) needs to be with us 7 weeks prior to departure. - Another 2 payments of 25% will be planned between the 1st and last payment. Establish a date and time for MEETING 3/tour commitment - we recommend 2 weeks after this meeting. Discuss tour development with Premier International Tours agent

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Week #5: MEETING 3 – Tour commitment Optional – invite a Premier International Tours agent to make a presentation Suggested agenda: Discuss sightseeing and special events you wish to plan. Distribute passport application forms if needed. Establish a calendar for fundraising programs. Establish a date and time for your next meeting. Collect deposits. Schedule MEETING 4/Fundraising – we recommend 1 week after this meeting. Discuss tour development with Premier International Tours agent

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Week #6: Mail in your booking form as well as a $ 200.00 per person deposit MEETING 4/fundraising – begin your fundraising program. Execute your fundraising program.

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Week #7: Preparation meeting: Check lists: Make sure each participant has a passport Insurance information – we will provide your group with 3 different insurance options after receipt of your deposits. Determine if there are any name changes or cancellations. Go over the day to day itinerary and departure information. Go over packing list of suggested clothing and personal items for trip. Cover the baggage regulations set up by the airlines and bus companies (ground transportation). Discuss International customs, foods and climate. Check for medical and general release forms (see our information guide). Establish a "Telephone Chain" notification list for information on arrivals, departures and emergencies, to be relayed to relatives or friends of participants. Emphasize meeting time at airline terminal or assigned area for departure. For most of these items refer to our website www.premierinternationaltours.com. Username and password is premier09.

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Week #10: Complete your fundraising program: Collect fundraising money.

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Italy - Italy Cup – June 28-July 2, 2010 Played in Cesenatico, 2 hours from Venice, at the Adriatic coast The largest tournament in Italy 3-4 different nationalities in each bracket Opening parade in historical harbor of Cesenatico, designed by Leonardo da Vinci. Grass fields only Hotel accommodation close to the beach 90-120 teams, boys and girls

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Spain – Copa Catalunya – July 5-9, 2010 Played in Blanes, 1 hour from Barcelona at the Costa Brava 3-4 different nationalities in each bracket Brand new soccer complex with 9 grass fields Hotel accommodation close to the beach Visit Nou Camp Stadium, home of FC Barcelona 80-100 teams, boys and girls

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Sweden –Gothia Cup – July 18-24, 2010 One of the largest and most famous youth soccer tournaments in the world with nearly 25,000 participants every year Experience the Olympic style opening ceremony and finals, which are held in the awesome 40,000 all seater Ullevi Stadium 1,100-1,500 teams from more than 60 nations, boys and girls

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Czech Republic – Budweis Cup – July 27-29, 2010 Played in Ceske Budejovice home of the original breweries of Budweis (1895) Team from almost 20 nationalities participate Visit Prague and Vienna International participation Grass fields only 90-110 teams

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Austria – Alpen Cup – July 15-17, 2010 Alpen Cup is played in picturesque Wolfsberg, a small town in the mountains that date back to the late 12th Century A broad international participation for this sports feast Wolfsberg is renowned for it's excellent sport facilities Plenty of activities for the players, coaches, and families

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Norway Cup – Norway – August 1-7, 2010 Arsenal International Soccer Festival – August 2-8, 2010 Peace Tournament – Italy – April 3-4, 2010 Trofeo Mediterraneo – Spain – April 6-9, 2010 Geusselt Cup – The Netherlands – April 3-4, 2010 Blackpool Cup – England – April 3-5, 2010 Dana Cup – Denmark – July 26-31, 2010 Other 2010 Tournaments

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The Netherlands: Amsterdam and Maastricht Belgium: Brussels area England and Wales: London and Chester Scotland: Edinburgh Ireland: Dublin and Limerick Italy: Florence and Venice Germany: Cologne, Heidelberg and Munich Spain: Barcelona France: Cannes and Paris Czech Republic: Prague Brazil: Rio de Janeiro Argentina: Buenos Aires Friendly Games and Cultural Destinations