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About this trip
Negotiated Reduced Pricing! - REPRESENT THE USA in a rare and special international game of American Football against the National 19U Team of Italy! Come together as a USA Team while touring from Rome to Lake Como with a mid-week stay in the Tuscany region. After morning practice, daily touring takes in much of the very best that historically and culturally rich Italy has to offer - the Roman Coliseum, Vatican City, Florence, Cinque Terra, Milan and much more. Scroll to the itinerary below and click on each day to view the awe-inspiring sites and adventures throughout Italy leading up to the exciting USA-AFW ELITE TEAM vs. the Italian National Team on March 30, 2024. This will be our 11th AFW ELITE TEAM tour, 7th to Italy (2 each to France & Ireland).
Join the USA-AFW ELITE TEAM - Act Fast!
The USA-AFW ELITE TEAM will form in the coming weeks. Student-athletes and families are encouraged to give serious thought to this unique opportunity and if interested should register as soon as possible. Invitations are sent out selectively and increasingly until roster positions are filled primarily on a 'first-to-register basis'.
We take approximately 30 football players and no more than two-deep at position groupings. This guarantees extensive playing time in this special international game.
Players are eligible for the team if on January 1, 2024 they are 19 years of age or younger. HS seniors, some college freshmen and mature HS juniors are eligible for this USA Select Team.
Some student-athletes (S-As) will be on their spring break this week, however many past team members have missed school one week, especially spring of their senior year, to benefit from this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that has tremendous educational value.
Within a week of registration and deposit players will be informed if they are on the USA-representative team and tour. Deposit is fully refundable if your position is full.
Register on this site by choosing SELECT below and following instructions!
Family-Fan Tour Participation
Every USA-AFW ELITE TEAM tour has family members of some of our players, immediate and extended, touring with the team. You are encouraged to be with us to explore fascinating Italy, experience la vita dolce and wrap up the full and fascinating week cheering on your son, grandson, nephew, or favorite player as he represents the USA in international competition.
Safety & Medical Considerations
Safety of our travelers is a paramount priority. AFW is committed to monitoring all situations to keep travelers safe and the tour is conducted with the up-to-date safety protocols. We travel with a USA-certified athletic trainer.
Fund-Raising Opportunities for Athletes
After registration (click on "Select" below) players will be able to fundraise using our streamlined system with contributions going directly to their tour account. Create your 'Contribution Page' and forward to relatives, supporters and family friends as well as posting to your social media. Past AFW players have raised thousands of dollars in donations and some, with determined effort, have fundraised the remaining tour cost.
AFW ELITE Tour Video - Moving the Chains
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Athlete Gear/Apparel & College Impact
Players receive a personalized, commemorative USA-AFW ELITE TEAM game jersey, team travel apparel and athletic practice cloth while utilizing their school's and/or personal hard football equipment.
This international game is permissible and does not adversely affect a player's college eligibility. This entire experience enhances a student-athlete's ability to be ready for the game at the next level.
Cancellation Policies
If your position is full or the tour does not take place (determined by mid-December) registrants will receive a full refund. Should the USA-AFW ELITE TEAM form (as has consistently taken place in the past) and the tour proceed, funds on account become non-refundable in set amounts at determined dates. See other specific policies in the Italy Traveler Information Document. If not visible, request this document from info@americanfootballworldwide.com. These terms can change to be as flexible as possible for the prospective traveler so feel free to contact us.
More Information - More Questions?
Register on this site (Select below). For important detailed information view the Italy Travelers Information Document. For more on AFW, including past tours and videos, go to our website - American Football Worldwide. If questions, click on the Organizer link to send message, email us at info@americanfootballworldwide.com or call us at (309) 781-7274.
Registration Instructions
If family members are traveling with a player it is suggested that the player be registered for his own account with his own email. Note, the same payment method (bank account, credit card, etc.) can be utilized for multiple accounts. Create the student-athlete account and complete deposit. Then create another account for family travelers. Multiple travel "participants" can be listed.
However, if a family wants to be listed all in one account including the student-athlete, to utilize the websites fundraising feature it is best the student-athlete be listed first, as the "buyer". A parent email address can be used for the account.
See tour packages below.
If questions, contact AFW at info@americanfootballworldwide.com or 309-781-7274.
What’s included
- Land Only PricingOption to book your own flight and meet the group in Rome (return from Milan). Coordinate flights w/ AFW. We can assist w/ flights if needed. Players traveling on own encouraged to fly with group.
- W/ Airfare Select CitiesTour packages w/ airfare from NY and Chicago and potentially Dallas and LA. Join AFW staff and teammates/family members at these locations for group departure.
- Accommodations & MealsAll overnight accommodations 4/3*+ hotels. All breakfasts, 6 dinners and 3 lunches provided.
- Transportation & TouringGroup motor coach for entire stay. Guided tours of Classic Rome, Siena, Florence, Milan and plus tours of Roman Coliseum, Forum & Vatican City. Excursions to Cinque Terra & Lugano, Switzerland.
- Full-Time Tour ManagerProfessional bi-lingual tour manager meets group at Rome airport and is with you 24-7 until departure in Milan.
- AFW Coaches/ChaperonesCoached by highly successful high school and former college coaches. Positive mentorship and guidance of student-athletes.
- New Valuable FriendshipsFriendships forged amongst players from across the US coming together as teammates to represent the USA and American football creates a special brotherhood and valuable network for your future.
- S-A Medical InsuranceStudent-athletes will have some medical coverage while on tour.
What’s not included
- A Couple Meals1 Dinner & 4 Lunches (Traveler Choice)
- Travel InsuranceTravelers are encouraged to give consideration as to if this expense is necessary or appropriate for their circumstances. See Traveler Information document. AFW can advise. Ultimately traveler choice
- Passport
Available Packages
Base Price for EACH traveler starts at the Student-Athlete (S-A) rate.
- Adults traveling must select and pay for the Adult Supplement under Options ($85) (below)
- Siblings of S-As who are are students pay the S-A rate (student pricing discounts apply and supplement not required)
Travelers should arrive at Rome Fiumicino Airport the morning of March 24 or coordinate with AFW to meet in Rome or at the first hotel stay later that day. Family and player can arrive day early and stay at team hotel for a supplemental hotel fee. Note return flight home should be from Milan Malpensa Airport.
NOTE: Price is based on cash payment (electronic transaction fees will be applied per payment). Price is also based on currency rate of US$1.10 to 1Euro. Should currency rate change to greater than 1.12 as of January 31, 2024 or there is an increase in fuel surcharges/air taxes this will lead to a price supplement. If requested a monthly payment plan can be effectuated.
Base Price for EACH traveler starts at the Student-Athlete (S-A) rate and includes roundtrip flight to Italy from a NY-JFK airport departing March 23.
- Adults traveling must select and pay for the Adult Supplement under Options ($85) (below)
- Siblings of S-As who are are students pay the S-A rate (student pricing discounts apply and supplement not required)
NOTE: Price is based on cash payment (electronic transaction fees will be applied per payment). Price is also based on currency rate of US$1.10 to 1Euro. Should currency rate change to greater than 1.12 as of January 31, 2024 or there is an increase in fuel surcharges/air taxes this will lead to a price supplement. If requested a monthly payment plan can be effectuated.
Base Price for EACH traveler starts at the Student-Athlete (S-A) rate and includes roundtrip flight to Italy from Chicago O'Hare Airport departing March 23.
- Adults traveling must select and pay for the Adult Supplement under Options ($85) (below)
- Siblings of S-As who are are students pay the S-A rate (student pricing discounts apply and supplement not required)
NOTE: Price is based on cash payment (electronic transaction fees will be applied per payment). Price is also based on currency rate of US$1.10 to 1Euro. Should currency rate change to greater than 1.12 as of January 31, 2024 or there is an increase in fuel surcharges/air taxes this will lead to a price supplement. If requested a monthly payment plan can be effectuated.
Base Price for EACH traveler starts at the Student-Athlete (S-A) rate and includes roundtrip flight to Italy from LAX departing March 23.
- Adults traveling must select and pay for the Adult Supplement under Options ($85) (below)
- Siblings of S-As who are are students pay the S-A rate (student pricing discounts apply and supplement not required)
NOTE: Price is based on cash payment (electronic transaction fees will be applied per payment). Price is also based on currency rate of US$1.10 to 1Euro. Should currency rate change to greater than 1.12 as of January 31, 2024 or there is an increase in fuel surcharges/air taxes this will lead to a price supplement. If requested a monthly payment plan can be effectuated.
Base Price for EACH traveler starts at the Student-Athlete (S-A) rate and includes roundtrip flight to Italy from Dallas-Fort Worth Airport departing March 23.
- Adults traveling must select and pay for the Adult Supplement under Options ($85) (below)
- Siblings of S-As who are are students pay the S-A rate (student pricing discounts apply and supplement not required)
NOTE: Price is based on cash payment (electronic transaction fees will be applied per payment). Price is also based on currency rate of US$1.10 to 1Euro. Should currency rate change to greater than 1.12 as of January 31, 2024 or there is an increase in fuel surcharges/air taxes this will lead to a price supplement. If requested a monthly payment plan can be effectuated.
Available options
Itinerary
Have your passport, football gear and luggage ready as you head to the airport in NY, Chicago. Dallas, San Diego or LA to meet your AFW tour rep/coach OR fly with family from your local airport meeting in Rome. On your overnight flight enjoy meals and some entertainment but try and get as much sleep as possible. After a short night, we 'hit the ground running' and tour 'The Eternal City' of Rome!