Booking the trip
How can I book a football trip online?
At Footballbreak, you can easily and safely book your football trip online. The booking process is as follows:
- Choose a match: Browse various football trips and select the match and package that best suits you. You will get an overview of all relevant details, such as the category of stadium seats, the price per person per package, and the match date.
- Choose whether you want to book with or without a flight and select your airport. Choose the departure and return dates and indicate the number of people travelling.
- Choose your hotel: Select your preferred hotel.
- Choose a service package: Select one of the three options (standard, plus, or premium plus) for protection in case of a match change.
- Fill in your details: Enter the information of the main booker and fellow travellers. You can also purchase travel or cancellation insurance and leave comments if needed.
- Choose a payment method: Safely pay via PayPal or credit card and be redirected to the secure payment environment.
- Confirmation: Receive an instant confirmation via email with all the information about your football trip. You will receive all travel documents 7 days after the payment is entirely made, This will be shorter in case of a last minute booking. The travel papers contain everything you need for an unforgettable trip.
Can I change the travel dates during the booking process?
At Footballbreak, you can customise your football trip and therefore choose your own travel dates. You can indicate your preferred travel dates during the booking process. However, please note that depending on the match schedule, your travel dates may be less flexible at times. If you still wish to make changes to your travel dates after booking, you can contact our customer service. Please be aware that there may be additional costs involved depending on the terms and conditions of the airline, hotel, and other service providers involved in your football trip. Our customer service will inform you about this and assist you with changing the travel dates.
Is it possible to book my football trip over the phone or in person at your office?
At Footballbreak, you can only book your football trip online. Our travel agency is fully equipped for booking unforgettable football trips online. However, you can still reach out to us via telephone or through our website if you have any questions about the booking process or other matters. Rest assured, all bookings are to be made exclusively through our website
Can arrangements be made for a portion of the travellers who are not interested in attending the football match without the game?
If part of your travel group is not interested in attending football matches, we can usually provide a suitable offer. If you are interested in an itinerary without a match, please contact us via email. We will be happy to assist you in creating a travel plan that aligns with your preferences and needs.
We are a group of several people. Is it possible for us to fly from different airports if we are located in different cities?
Our system only allows for the selection of one airport per booking. In this situation, you can create separate bookings for each group, indicating their preferred airports. Furthermore, please add a note during the booking process on the final page, before making the payment, requesting seats in the stadium that are adjacent to each other. Remember to include the booking number of the other group in the note, as this will assist the ticket department in arranging for seating together. However, please note that we can only guarantee seats next to each other for groups of up to three people. If your group consists of more than three people, the ticket department may assign seating configurations such as 2+2, 3+2, or 4+2 to ensure that no individual is seated alone.
Can I also reserve individual football tickets through you?
Unfortunately, it is not possible to reserve individual tickets for football matches with us. Our offering consists of complete football trips, which may include flights and/or accommodations along with the match. We provide a comprehensive package that fully takes care of our customers and offers a complete football experience.
Is transportation to and from the stadium included in the football trip?
No, our trips do not include transfers. However, you will receive customised directions so that you know exactly how to travel from the airport to your hotel and from your hotel to the stadium. Generally, the stadiums are located outside the city centre, so your hotel is usually not within walking distance of the stadium. It is common to travel by bus or metro.
How far in advance should I book my football trip?
We recommend booking as soon as you have decided to attend a match. The earlier you book, the lower the costs will be. This is mainly due to flight prices and hotel prices, as airlines and hotels tend to increase fares as the departure date approaches. If the airline offers promotions, the travel costs may be lower, but these are exceptions. The availability of match tickets can also vary, so it is important to act quickly.
Can I cancel my football trip after booking?
The normal right of withdrawal that applies to other online purchases does not apply to travel bookings linked to an event. Once you make a booking, the various components of the trip such as flights, accommodations, and activities are immediately reserved for you. As a result, it is not possible to cancel these components free of charge. If you still wish to cancel, it is best to contact our customer service to explore the available options. The options for cancelling travel components and receiving a refund may vary depending on the specific trip and supplier. Please note that flights and match tickets are always "non-refundable," which means they cannot be cancelled free of charge. Additionally, we apply an administrative fee of 10% of the total travel cost for cancellations.
Can I give a football trip as a gift to someone else through your company?
If you want to give someone a football trip as a gift, follow these steps:
- Choose the football trip you want to give.
- When filling in the personal details, enter your own information under the "fill in your contact details" section, even if you're not going on the trip.
- When filling in the travellers' details, enter the names of the people you want to give the football trip to.
- Confirm the booking and pay for the football trip costs.
- After confirming the booking, you will receive the confirmation and travel documents. You can then give these as a gift to the person receiving the football trip.
- Make sure the recipient of the gift is aware of all the important information about the football trip, such as departure and arrival times and any required travel documents.
Can I buy a gift card?
We also offer gift cards that allow you to give a football trip. The recipient can use these gift cards to book a football trip with us. The process is as follows:
- Choose your desired amount.
- Fill in the required details.
- Write a personal message if desired.
- Select a payment method.
- Receive the gift card in 24 hours.
- Print it yourself at your convenience.
Prices and costs
What additional costs are there beyond the prices displayed on the website?
None at all! We actually follow all-inclusive pricing because we don't like hidden costs. It's just as important for us as it is for you that you know exactly what to expect right away.
Is VAT included in the prices of the trips?
Yes, all our prices include VAT, so they are total prices.
Do we receive a discount if we book as a group?
We do not offer group discounts, but we always ensure that we provide the best possible price.
Do children receive a discount on the total travel costs?
Please note that we do not offer discounts for children, and each person, regardless of age, is considered as an adult when determining the rates. In the case of clubs or events, it's worth noting that they typically do not offer discounted rates for children, and ticket prices are the same for all attendees, including infants. This is because every individual, regardless of age, requires a ticket and a seat for security purposes, ensuring accurate attendance counts in case of emergencies.
Why do prices on your website vary and fluctuate?
Our website displays the current prices of the package, which dynamically change due to ongoing fluctuations in the demand and supply of flights and hotel availability. Airlines adjust their prices based on the availability of booked seats, which means that the price may differ from the previously displayed price in a subsequent search. However, we guarantee the price shown at the time of booking, and it will be accurately charged.
Payment and safety
What is the processing time for payments at footballbreak?
Once your payment is processed, you will receive a confirmation via email within a few minutes of your booking.
What payment methods does footballbreak accept?
- Credit/Debit Card: Pay online with your Visa, Mastercard, or American Express credit card.
- PayPal: Transfer the total amount through PayPal.
Does footballbreak offer secure online payment methods?
Yes, the payment process of FootballBreak is secured with VeriSign SSL (Secure Socket Layer) and SET (Secure Electronic Transaction) and takes place on a secure server. This secure connection is identified by the padlock in the address bar of your browser. Your payment and banking information are not saved. Your payment by credit card is via a secure connection to the secure online banking system led by our financial services Docdata Internet Payments which handles your payment on behalf of FootballBreak.
What do you do with my personal information?
We use your information only for our personal use and do not share it with other parties.
Please read our Privacy Policy. Of course, your name will be given to the various suppliers but your details will only be used for contact regarding your booking.
Hotel
Is breakfast included in my stay?
This is shown in the booking confirmation if you choose breakfast (BB) or room only (RO) At most hotels, breakfast is not included in the standard price, but you can add it for an additional fee during the hotel selection process when making your booking or at some hotels you can add it after the check.
Is the hotel located in the city centre?
You can choose the location of the hotel yourself. There are various locations available, including a central location in the city centre.
How far is the hotel from the stadium?
Stadiums are usually located outside the heart of the city, making the neighbourhoods where they are situated less attractive for staying. Additionally, the most popular hotels are often located in different neighbourhoods than where the stadiums are located. That's why, in such cases, we offer you a hotel in the city centre. This way, you can experience more of the city during your football trip! If the stadium is centrally located, we have several hotels available in close proximity to the stadium. When making your booking, you will see the location of your hotel in relation to the stadium.
Why can the hotel options change?
When you are searching, we check in real-time for available hotels based on your travel dates and the number of people you are travelling with. It's important to note that if you perform a new search later, the hotel room you previously viewed may have been booked by someone else. By choosing to book the displayed hotel, you ensure your room is reserved. Immediately after completing your booking, you will receive an email confirmation. We hold the room for a maximum of 20 minutes after you initiate the search, giving you enough time to finalise your booking.
Football match
When can I expect to receive my football tickets?
You will receive the tickets no later than 24 hours before the start of the match. More and more clubs are using e-tickets or mobile tickets, which are primarily sent via email. Although most stadiums allow ticket scanning from your phone, it's always a good idea to have a printed copy as a backup. If you are already on the way and it becomes necessary to print the tickets, you can ask the hotel to do it for you.
Where can I find the current match dates?
Once a match is confirmed the date and time will be displayed on our website. (when it is not confirmed there is no time and packages are automatically set for 2 nights). Or you can check the football clubs official website.
When will the match time for my football trip be confirmed?
During the season, match dates and kick-off times can still change. These changes can have various reasons, such as live TV broadcasts, unexpected domestic cup matches, and European club obligations.
In Spain and Italy, the exact match days and kick-off times of all matches are usually confirmed approximately 10 days before the respective match dates. It is important to know that during a match week, there is usually one match on Friday evening and sometimes one match on Monday evening. The remaining matches take place on Saturday and Sunday with kick-off times at 22:00 and 18:00 respectively. While the home matches of the "big clubs'' are usually scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays, this is not 100% guaranteed.
In most other leagues, match times undergo fewer frequent changes, typically being confirmed approximately 2 weeks before the scheduled date. Nevertheless, by following our recommended travel schedule, you can always count on attending the match. However, we strongly advise double-checking the confirmed match time before your journey, as indicated in your travel documents. This precaution ensures that the date is accurate and helps avoid any possibility of missing the match.
In Spain and Italy, the exact match days and kick-off times of all matches are usually confirmed approximately 10 days before the respective match dates. It is important to know that during a match week, there is usually one match on Friday evening and sometimes one match on Monday evening. The remaining matches take place on Saturday and Sunday with kick-off times at 22:00 and 18:00 respectively. While the home matches of the "big clubs'' are usually scheduled on Saturdays or Sundays, this is not 100% guaranteed.
In most other leagues, match times undergo fewer frequent changes, typically being confirmed approximately 2 weeks before the scheduled date. Nevertheless, by following our recommended travel schedule, you can always count on attending the match. However, we strongly advise double-checking the confirmed match time before your journey, as indicated in your travel documents. This precaution ensures that the date is accurate and helps avoid any possibility of missing the match.
Can the match date be changed?
If the fixture changes and falls outside of your itinerary, we can adjust your travel dates to ensure you see the match. Read more about the different level of match protection on our service package page.
Will our seats be next to each other in the stadium?
Thanks to our 100% seating guarantee we ensure that you will be seated together during the match! We guarantee this for groups of up to 3 people. If you are travelling with a larger group, we may sometimes need to divide the group into smaller groups. However, we always strive to place the groups as close together as possible. If you would like the entire group to sit together, we recommend contacting us. We will see what we can arrange for you. For Barcelona tickets; These may be alongside one another, diagonally connected, with stairs or another fan in between. We will always prioritise the option of pairs alongside one another. In the case of a reservation of more than two seats, the system will try to make sure all the seats are as close together as possible, grouping them in pairs whenever we can.
In the event of your choosing an uneven number of tickets, one seat will be located as close
as possible to one of the pairs.
Is it possible to visit multiple matches and clubs during my football trip?
Yes, it is possible to attend multiple matches in a weekend. However, it's important that the matches are scheduled on different days and there is enough flexibility in your flight schedule. You can book a package through our website and then send an email to our customer service indicating which additional match tickets you would like to purchase. We will then add these tickets to your booking.
Can you reserve wheelchair seats for us?
No, unfortunately, we cannot reserve wheelchair seats for you. Each stadium has its own rules and procedures for booking wheelchair seats. We recommend consulting the website of the respective club and submitting a request there.
Can I choose my own seats for the match?
With us, you can select a category for your seat in the stadium, but you do not choose a specific seat. Based on your category selection, we will provide the appropriate match tickets.
Travel documents and changes
I have not received my booking confirmation. What can I do to receive it?
Immediately after placing your booking, you will receive a confirmation via email. Haven't received it? Please check your spam folder to be sure. If you need us to resend the confirmation, please contact us via email.
When can I expect to receive my travel documents?
You will receive your travel documents within 7 working days after full payment of your trip. If you choose to pay in two instalments, you will receive the travel documents 7 working days after the payment of the second instalment. The travel documents will include all the necessary travel vouchers.
I have booked a trip with a start time of less than 7 days. When will I get my travel documents?
If you have booked a trip with a kick-off less than 7 days away, you can expect to receive your travel documents soon. Our team will prioritise processing your booking and sending you the necessary travel papers. Typically, you will receive them via email within 24 to 48 hours of your booking confirmation.
I did not receive tickets with my travel documents. When can I expect to receive them?
Many airlines nowadays only offer online check-in. In your travel documents, you will find a guide with instructions for this process. The check-in procedure may vary depending on the airline.
Upon check-in at the hotel reception, you will receive the keys to your room upon presenting the voucher in your travel papers.
You will receive the match tickets no later than 24 hours before the start of the match. More and more clubs are using e-tickets or mobile tickets, which are primarily sent via email. It is still advisable to print the tickets. If you are already on the way and it becomes necessary to print the tickets, you can ask the hotel to assist you with this.
Upon check-in at the hotel reception, you will receive the keys to your room upon presenting the voucher in your travel papers.
You will receive the match tickets no later than 24 hours before the start of the match. More and more clubs are using e-tickets or mobile tickets, which are primarily sent via email. It is still advisable to print the tickets. If you are already on the way and it becomes necessary to print the tickets, you can ask the hotel to assist you with this.
Can I add travel or cancellation insurance to my booking?
We currently do not offer travel or cancellation insurance. We do advise you to get travel insurance on the side.
If someone in my travel group cannot attend, can I bring another person in their place?
If you have booked a package with a flight, we can change the name on the flight for you. For this service, we will charge the rate determined by the airline, plus a €30 handling fee.Some airlines do not provide name change, a new ticket needs to be bought. The match tickets are non-refundable, but it may be possible to transfer them to another name, depending on the specific conditions set by the clubs. The name change for the hotel is free of charge. Please contact us for more information and available options.
Is it possible to change my flight to a different departure time that is more convenient for me?
After making your booking, we immediately reserve your flight. We are ready to assist you in exploring the options, but we want to remind you that changing your flight is not free of charge.
When can I schedule the museum or stadium tour?
We only offer stadium tours for select clubs. You can see the available options in the category section on our website. You can also find information on our website under the respective club's section.