Experiences define who we are. And redefine what is possible. We’re dedicated to delivering educational travel experiences that fuel dreams for students of all ages. Our journeys immerse them in knowledge, culture and undeniable inspiration. We hope you’ll join our family of global learners–and stay with us for years to come.
Peace of mind is a travel essential
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“Working with WorldStrides Excel has been an incredible experience for all of our ODP players, families and coaches the past seven years. WorldStrides Excel is the perfect combination of organization from beginning to end, top level matches, awareness of ever team’s needs and experiencing each country’s rich culture. The bond Eastern Pennsylvania has formed with Excel will continue for years to come.” – Mike Barr | Technical Director, Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Association.
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International tours with a commitment to safety
All of our international travel resources are at your service, from start to finish.
For the players who embark upon an international soccer tour, there is no shortage of excitement and anticipation. It’s a big deal – and a personal milestone – to travel to a different part of the world for an experience like this. How could it be anything less than exhilarating?
Why travel with WorldStrides Excel? Because our programs not only deliver top quality competition and totally customized touring, they’re operated under to the highest standards of safety and reliability. It’s a simple as that.
Parents know this feeling, too. They also know that they want all of their player’s excitement supported by a clear and confident system of safety and security.
Take a closer look why: 24/7 travel assistance We call it Tour
That’s why peace of mind – for parents, players, coaches, and for ourselves– means everything to us. It’s our number one priority, and it has been since day one.
We know that trust isn’t just handed out to us. It’s earned. And we earn it by investing deeply in four core areas that give you the peace of mind you deserve from the minute you decide to travel to the moment your player is safely back at home.
Central. Staffed by our employees and available at all times for all traveling groups, Tour Central is always here to assist you with any questions or problems that may arise—no matter how big or how small. Our staff is specially trained to monitor events domestically and around the world, and has dozens of contingency plans in place to help us jump into action when necessary. 24/7 medical coverage Our Doctors on
Call program is an exclusive partnership with the George Washington University Department of Emergency Medicine. Through this partnership, doctors provide consultation by phone for international participants.
Every WorldStrides Excel program includes best-of-the-best support Protection From program costs and emer-
Support No matter where you are in
gency health care to investment safeguards and strong financial backing, our travelers are well protected against unforeseen circumstances. – $50 million liability coverage – $1 million consumer protection – Built-in primary insurance coverage
the world, our dedicated staff is at the ready to assist in every type of scenario. – 24/7 travel assistance – 24/7 medical coverage – 24/7 Tour Directors while traveling – Risk management and contingency expertise
Depth With American headquarters and on-the-ground offices around the globe, our presence is never far away. – U.S. based company – Offices staffed in over 45 global locations
Experience We know soccer and we know travel, and we know it better than any other company in the industry. – 18+ years arranging soccer tours – 15+ years with NCAA programs – 10+ years with state ODP programs
24/7 Tour Directors Handpicked for their
knowledge of the game and specially trained to give your group the most memorable experience possible, our Tour Directors stay with your group for their entire program. As your go-to onsite contact, they will do everything from getting you to practice on time and addressing injuries to welcoming you at the airport and leading your sightseeing tours. $1 million consumer protection Our
membership in USTOA’s Traveler Assistance Program means that all deposits up to $1M are protected in the unlikely event of WorldStrides Excel insolvency. $50 million liability coverage Our liability insurance is far and away the largest in the industry, extending to cover entities and individuals acting on our behalf, including teams, schools, clubs, coaches, team managers, and chaperones. This means your team and its leaders are protected in the event of an unlikely lawsuit.
Built-in primary insurance coverage All of our programs include additional medical, dental, and accident coverage to ensure you are fully covered while traveling, even when you have your own health insurance. This is particularly important if you are traveling abroad. Risk management and contingency expertise Our internal risk and opera-
tions teams are staffed by executives with decades of experience in contingency planning, working closely with the U.S. State Department, International SOS and iJET to evaluate global conditions and advise clients when substantive issues arise.