2019 South Fork United
Costa Rica Tour
July 23rd - July 30th, 2019
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- Terms & Conditions
- Quote Details
- Payment Schedule
- Cancellation Policy
- Travel Insurance
- Final Itinerary
- Airline Info
- Accommodation
- Game Details
- Emergency Contacts
It is important to read this information and the associated tabs carefully. The Terms and Conditions include our Payment Policy, Cancellation Policy, Validity of Prices, Liability details and other important information
Additional Passengers Additional passengers (parents, siblings, relatives, friends etc.) are welcome (and encouraged) to join the tour at any time. Inclusion in the airline’s group reservation is dependent upon availability at the time of addition. Any passengers joining the tour and wishing to add airfare after the group has deposited will be subject to airline costing on that date
Airline Information Airlines reserve the right to increase their departure tax (based on airport fees / government security taxes) and fuel surcharges at any time. To maintain the quoted tour price it is essential that the payment installments are received on the stated dates. To minimize any increases Quest Sports Travel strongly recommends that the group ‘ticket’ all passengers as early as possible. ‘Ticketing’ requires payment in full to the airline. Once ticketed airfare costs are non-refundable
Departure City: The departure city for this tour will be New York JFK. All efforts are made to secure the most direct and cost effective routing. Routing and cost implications will be discussed with tour leaders before publication of flight details. Flight details will be available by January 25th, 2019.
Airline Deposit: Jet Blue require a $50 per seat non-refundable deposit before February 11, 2019 . To be included in the group airfare pricing a deposit is required before February 8, 2019. After that date passengers can still be added, but price will be based on purchase at applicable fare on that purchase date. It may also still be possible to be added to the group reservation after that date, but the airline reserve the right to increase pricing for late additions
Flight Deviations: Airline rules do not allow flight deviations on either the departure or the return legs of the group reservation. If you wish to depart earlier or return later than the group please contact Quest Sports Travel to discuss your options
Land Only Passengers: If you do not live in the New York JFK area and would like to make your own flight arrangements from another airport, you can travel as a ‘Land Only’ passenger. In doing so, your tour price will be reduced by the exact cost of airfare and taxes. At the time of the quote, this estimate is $783. If required, Quest Sports Travel can assist in securing airfare from your airport of choice. Likewise, if you opt to secure your own airfare using frequent flyer miles (see below) you will also travel on a ‘Land Only’ basis. If you are traveling “Land Only” you must inform Quest Sports Travel at least 91 days prior to departure so that your seat is released before it becomes payable in full and non-refundable.
Frequent Flyer Programs: Airlines do not accept frequent flier miles as payment for group airfare. If a traveler wishes to use frequent flier miles they must secure their own airfare and will pay Quest Sports Travel a ‘Land Only’ cost. No alterations will be made to the published itinerary to service individuals traveling separately from the main group
Laws This agreement is subject to the laws and jurisdiction of the state of New York.
Liability Disclaimer (i) Quest Sports Travel reserves the right to amend any itinerary due to conditions beyond our control e.g changes in weather. Every reasonable effort is made not to delete a specified inclusion but to fulfill the conditions and terms for the best interests of all parties. (ii) Quest Sports Travel is not liable in any way for airline delays, cancellation, or loss of luggage. (iii) Individuals engaging in athletic activities and contests assume the risk of those activities and will not hold Quest Sports Travel liable for any injuries incurred.
Passports and Entry Visas Passports are required for international travel. Applications are available from the United States Post Office. Please allow at least 20 weeks for processing.
An entry visa is required for travel to some countries, including Australia and Brazil, by US citizens. Visa information can be obtained by contacting the Embassy of the specific country to be visited. Visa charges are not included in the quoted tour price and Quest Sports Travel is not responsible for securing a traveler’s entry visa.
Payment Method Quote prices assume payment by ACH or check. Processing fees will be added at checkout if paying by credit card. Fees are 2.9% for VISA / MasterCard and 3.9% for American Express.
Price Variance Tour prices vary based on the size of the group, rates of international currency exchange and airline departure taxes and fuel surcharges. Full details can be found under the "Price Quote" tab
Registration Completed online at https://tri.ps/beOYI . Select the appropriate package from the drop down menu and proceed from there
Room Upgrades The tour price is based on Triple Bedded Rooms. Room upgrade surcharges will apply for twin and single bedded rooms. The US $ value of these room upgrades will be calculated on the same date as the Final Tour Price
Rooming List Final rooming Lists, including room upgrade requests and any specific dietary requirements are due by May 23rd, 2019.
Travel Party Roster An accurate final travel party roster is due by May 23rd, 2019 for airline ticketing. Quest Sports Travel strongly advises supplying the roster in advance of this airline deadline. Once tickets are issued they are non-refundable and non-transferable. Should a change be necessary after ticketing a new ticket must be issued and paid in full at the rate quoted at the time of new issue. If the final Travel Party Roster is not submitted by the aforementioned date the airline reserves the right to CANCEL the reserved seats.
Travel Protection (Insurance) Quest Sports Travel recommends travel protection to help protect you and your trip investment. Prior to purchase, you may request copy of the Description of Coverage which includes a summary of the plan details on benefits, coverages, limitations and exclusions. Please visit our website for more details
Waivers (a) Quest Sports Travel may use any statements, comments, photographs or photographic likenesses from the Trip for future advertising, promotional or news article materials. QST must receive any objections to this from Customers prior to final payment. b) It is the responsibility of each Customer to obtain their own personal medical and travel insurance for their tour.
Terms and Conditions Summary South Fork United will travel to Costa Ricafrom July 23rd- July 30th, 2019. This 8 day / 7 night tour has been developed by Quest Sports Travel and quoted on January 25th, 2019
Player Tour Cost = $1,077 per player
Parent / Guest Full Tour Cost = $1,860 per person
Parent / Guest Land Only Tour Cost = $1,077 per person
This quotation is based on current land service and air travel prices. It is calculated based on the rate of international currency exchange on 01/25/19. It is based upon above the estimated number of paying passengers traveling provided by South Fork United.
This estimated quotation will expire on February 8th, 2019 Inclusions for your tour are listed on the registration / booking site All Quest Sports Travel tours do not include the following items:- Airline taxes and fuel surcharges above amount listed in quote above
- Lunches and drinks (other than water) with meals
- Room upgrades - this tour is based on triple room occupancy so surcharges will apply for twin and single rooms
- Gratuities for Tour Manager and Motor Coach Driver
- Additional attractions or entry fees not specified in the Inclusions site
- Credit Card processing fees (Visa/MasterCard = 2.9%; AMEX = 3.9%)
Payments will be distributed among 4 installments. The installment dates are structured to allow timely payment of airline / land vendor invoices. Late payments jeopardize the tour quotation.
Initial Deposit = $150.00 per person due: February 8, 2019
Progress Payment 1 = $309.00 per person due: March 26, 2019
Progress Payment 2 = $309.00 per person due: May 7, 2019
Final Balance = To be announced due: June 11, 2019
Parent / Guest Full Tour (with Airfare) PackagePayments will be distributed among 4 installments. The installment dates are structured to allow timely payment of airline / land vendor invoices. Late payments jeopardize the tour quotation.
Initial Deposit = $150.00 per person due: February 8, 2019
Progress Payment 1 = $570.00 per person due: March 26, 2019
Progress Payment 2 = $570.00 per person due: May 7, 2019
Final Balance = To be announced due: June 11, 2019
Quest Sports Travel will calculate and publish the Final Balance Invoice on May 28, 2019.
Online registration enrolls the participant in our automated billing reminder program. Notices will be sent in advance of each installment date. Please make payments in a timely fashion. If you prefer paying by check please make your check payable to Quest Sports Travel and mail it to 1853 William Street, Merrick, NY 11566. Payment will be applied to your online account once processed internally.
**Note - prices are based on ACH or check payment. Credit card payments are assessed processing fees at checkout. Fees are 2.9% for VISA and MasterCard and 3.9% for American Express.
Quest Sports Travel must fulfill responsibilities with vendors (e.g. airlines, hotels) in advance of the tour and is therefore able to refund cancellations as follows (per person):
$50.00 Admin fee = Cancel before 03/26/19
$250.00 penalty plus the cost of protection plan, if purchased = Cancel after 03/25/19 but before 05/07/19
$500.00 penalty plus the cost of protection plan, if purchased = Cancel after 05/06/19 but before 05/23/19
No refund = Cancel after 05/22/19
All cancellations must be in writing (email) and submitted to Quest Sports Travel before the stated dates in order to receive the appropriate refund. Refund payments are made as quickly as vendor reimbursements allow.
Travel Protection is recommended and available through Travelex Insurance. These policies include medical coverage while playing sport internationally (most policies become void if you are injured while playing) as well as allowing cancellation for medical issues or bereavement.
During checkout you will be offered different options depending on who is traveling, Please familiarize yourself with the options before finalizing your selection:
- If the player is traveling alone select the Player Only Travel Insurance option
- if an adult is traveling with the player select the Adult/Family Travel Insurance option. One adult/family policy also covers unlimited children under 18. Each adult requires a separate policy
Plan Options
360º Student Group Premier Plan = Youth Group plan requires a minimum of 10 group members and a ratio of 80% youths (under 25) to 20% adults. The Travel Protection cost for this plan is $52 per person. Only players traveling alone should select this option.
Travel Select Protection = Individual policies. Plan terms allow children (under 18) per adult without additional charge. The Travel Protection cost for this plan is $121 per policy (assumes parent age between 35-59 years old. Pricing is higher for an older adult. Please contact us for exact pricing if required)
For more info on the policies offered please visit the Travel Insurance page of our website.
Day 1 - Tuesday 23rd July, 2019
- Depart New York JFK International Airport at 10:29 a.m. on Jet Blue Flight #1691 to Liberia International Airport
- Arrive in Liberia at 1:41 p.m. where our full time Tour Manager meets the group to transfer by private transportation to check in to the Hotel Punta Leona for a 7 night stay in triple or quad bedded rooms
- Later, enjoy a Welcome Dinner at the hotel
Day 2 - Wednesday 24th July, 2019
- Breakfast at the hotel then transfer to a local club for practice with the South Fork United coaching staff
- After practice take the short journey to discover Jaco Beach (Playa de Jaco) - one of the Pacific Coast's most popular resorts, Jaco is long stretch of beach backed by a great variety of stores and restaurants that is very popular with surfers
- Dinner at the hotel this evening
Day 3 - Thursday 25th July, 2019
- After breakfast enjoy free time to relax in Punta Leona - the hotel has an exuberant tropical rainforest, beautiful beaches with shades of white sand washed by the emerald-green water of the Pacific Ocean.
- Activity options at the resort include a guided walk through our three walking trails; Yoga & Tai Chi; water sports; 5 a side soccer field, tennis, beach volleyball, and mini golf; Bird watching where you can appreciate more than 330 migratory and resident species and a Nature Spa for rest and relaxation
- This afternoon transfer to the first friendly games of the tour against local teams:
South Fork Utd Boys vs. Real Jaco @ 3:00 PM @ Jaco Stadium
South Fork Utd Girls vs. CCDR Garabito @ 3:00 PM @ Jaco Stadium
Day 4 - Friday 26th July, 2019
- Head to the sand after breakfast for a beach soccer practice with the SFU coaching staff
- After practice enjoy a free day to relax in Punta Leona
- Maybe enjoy a magnificent Zipline Canopy Adventure - discover the tropical rain forest from platforms positioned high in the trees (not included)
- Alternatively, discover the rainforest on a Horseback Tour including a cool off in remarkable private waterfalls and natural swimming pool (not included)
- Dinner at the hotel this evening
Day 5 - Saturday 27th July, 2019
- After breakfast enjoy free time to relax in Punta Leona
- This afternoon transfer to the second friendly games of the tour against local teams:
South Fork Utd Boys vs. Alajuela @ 3:00 PM @ Proyecto Gol Liga
South Fork Utd Girls vs. Roble Junior @ 3:00 PM @ Proyecto Gol Liga
Day 6 - Sunday 28th July, 2019
- Return to a local club after breakfast for a second practice with the SFU coaches
- After practice enjoy a free day to relax in Punta Leona
- Maybe enjoy a wonderful experience white water rafting on a local river - learn the basics with professional instructors then take on the rapids in a once in a lifetime experience (not included)
- Alternatively, stay on land and enjoy a thrilling ATV Jungle Tour (not included)
-Dinner at the hotel this evening
Day 7 - Monday 29th July, 2019
- After breakfast enjoy free time to relax in Punta Leona
- This afternoon transfer to the third friendly games of the tour against local teams:
South Fork Utd Boys vs. Recreative Jaco @ 3:00 PM @ Jaco Stadium
South Fork Utd Girls vs. Quebrada Amarilla @ 3:00 PM @ Jaco Stadium
Day 8 - Tuesday 30th July, 2019
- Check out after breakfast and depart for Liberia International Airport for the return journey to the United States
- Depart Liberia at 2:44 p.m. on Jet Blue flight #1692 to New York JFK International Airport, arriving in New York at 10:01 p.m.
Departure:
23Jul: Jet Blue 1691 departs New York JFK @ 10:29 AM.; arrives Liberia at 1:41 PM
Return
30Jul: Jet Blue 1692 departs Liberia @ 2:44 PM; arrives New York JFK at 10:01 PM
The quoted cost of the group flights including airline taxes and fuel surcharges is $783. Should you wish to secure your own flights you may do so.
Hotel accommodation will be in 3 or 4 * hotels. Selection requirements are proximity to sporting activities and sightseeing, cleanliness, comfort, amenities such as WIFI, and good breakfast / dinner / social time options.
July 23-30 =
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Punta Leona, P82J+VV Sotavento II, Puntarenas Province Puntarenas, Provincia de Puntarenas, Garabito, Costa Rica