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What is the total cost for the camp and what is included?

The total cost of the camp is $1995.00 per player and/or parent. AIRFARE IS NOT INCLUDED What is included:

• Private Hotel Accommodation

Are there payment plans available?

Yes, once you submit your $500.00 deposit, SoccerViza Finance Director, Cecilia (cecilia@soccerviza.com) will be reaching out to discuss the payment plan process with you directly.

Is the $500.00 down payment refundable?

No, once you have made your $500.00 deposit for SoccerViza's Youth All-star Camp it is NON REFUNDABLE.

Is airfare included in the package price?

No, airfar is not included in the package price. SoccerViza will provide all registered players/parents with flight options to choose from once the registration deposit is submitted. These flight options will be flights that the SoccerViza staff members will be traveling on as chaperones for the direct flight to Costa Rica.

If my child can no longer travel and I have made my payments, do I get a refund?

Cancellation requests 90 days prior to departure are fully refundable (does not apply $500 deposits). Cancellation requests 89 to 60 days prior to departure result in a loss of 50% of the total payments made. Cancellation request made within 60 days or less of departure result in a loss of the total program fee.

What is the refund policy?

Cancellation requests 90 days prior to departure are fully refundable (does not apply $500 deposits). Cancellation requests 89 to 60 days prior to departure result in a loss of 50% of the total payments made. Cancellation request made within 60 days or less of departure result in a loss of the total program fee.

Do I need a passport and/or visa?

All U.S., Canadian, and many European citizens may enter Costa Rica with a valid passport and do not need a visa and is automatically given a 90-day tourist visa. If you are traveling from another country please check the Costa Rican embassy web site.

Are vaccinations needed to travel to Costa Rica?

No special vaccinations are required for U.S. and Canadian citizens to enter Costa Rica. If you have special health concerns, we recommend that you check with your physician for any individual needs regarding travel medicine.

Will my medical insurance cover me or my child in Costa Rica?

We require that every camp participant has adequate medical insurance that covers him/her during the camp stay. It is important that you contact your insurance company to find out whether player anr/or parent are covered during international trips.

Do you provide medical travel insurance?

We DO NOT offer medical travel insurance as part of our packged camp service.

If I do not travel with my child, does a SoccerViza staff member travel with my child?

Yes, SoccerViza will provide all registered players and parents with flight options to choose from once the registration deposit is submitted. These flight options will be flights that the SoccerViza staff members will be traveling on as chaperones for the direct flight to and from Costa Rica. A meeting point will be arranged at the departure airport prior to departure where all players and parents can meet, check in together and travel together.

What should players pack?

The recommended packing list for the SoccerViza Youth All-star Camp is:

• full training/game camp kit provided by SoccerViza.
• under garments (socks, underwear, playing sliders, etc) for the duration of the camp.
• soccer gear (running shoes, soccer cleats, shin guards, etc)
• soccer rain jacket
• shorts and t-shirts
• one to two casual outfits
• at least two towels for beach days
• bathing suit(s)
• sandals & sneakers
• all necessary toiletries (soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, etc)
• any personal items needed
• recommended additional items (bug spray, aloe vera, sun tan lotion, etc.)

How long is the flight to Costa Rica?

The flight from New York metro area to San Jose International Airport in Costa Rica is anywhere from 4.5 to 5 hours long with a direct flight.

How safe is Costa Rica?

Costa Rica is a safe, stable country. San Jose is a major metropolitan city and we recommend that parents/players use the same common sense while staying there as they would in any large city. The hotel accommodation provided by SoccerViza is privately gated. If players travel outside the hotel it will always be with a SoccerViza staff member and as a group.

Will my U.S. cell phone work in Costa Rica?

Many U.S. cell phone will work in Costa Rica. Please make sure to check with your cell phone company before you arrive to verify – and be prepared for possible extra charges.

Is the water drinkable in Costa Rica?

Yes, you can drink tap water at all locations where you will be traveling on your tour. We will also be providing bottled water to all players and parents during activities (practice, games, excursions etc.)

Will players and/or parents need to exchange money in Costa Rica?

It is not usually necessary to go to a bank to exchange money once in Costa Rica. U.S. dollars and major credit cards are widely accepted (even in small-town stores). The Costa Rican currency is called the Colon. If you purchase something with U.S. dollars you will receive your change in Colones. We recommend NOT bringing traveler’s checks with you since they are not widely accepted in Costa Rica. If cash is needed a SoccerViza Staff member will accompany player and/or parents to the nearest ATM for use.

Will players and/or parents have access to internet during the camp?

Wireless internet access is available the hotel accomdiation provide by SoccerViza. The bus private coach bus will most likely also have access to WiFi.

Will laundry be taken care for players during the camp?

Our camp package includes laundry services for all training/game attire (shirts, shorts, and socks). A SoccerViza staff member will collect the uniforms or clothes after each training and soccer match and that SoccerViza staff member will be responsible for getting them back to you as soon as possible. We do provide two sets of uniforms for players just in case the first one cannot be washed in time for your team’s next match. If you would like to wash personal laundry, you can use the hotel’s in-house laundry service. Some hotels have washing and drying machines available.

How will accommodation rooming work?

Can parents go on the trip?

Yes, 100%! Parents are more than welcome to come on the trip and enjoy the experience of our SoccerViza's PRO Youth Residential Camp! Parents cost is $1995.00 per person. Parents will stay at the same accommodation as the players and would be able to attend practices, games and other activities with the group while in Costa Rica.

Can my whole family travel on the trip?

Yes, the whole family is welcome to travel. The cost is $1995.00 per person. If you are considering traveling with more than 2 people (player and parent) on the trip, please email our Finance Director, Cecilia (cecilia@soccerviza.com) to make sure proper arrangements are made.

Does SoccerViza handle my airfare arrangements?

No, but SoccerViza will provide all registered players/parents with flight options to choose from. These flight options will be flights that the SoccerViza staff members will be traveling on as chaperones on the direct flights to and from Costa Rica.