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Since 1994, Planet Hockey has provided top quality International Hockey Tours to more than 5,000 aspiring hockey players, coaches and family members.  

Planet Hockey’s innovative European Hockey Tours open the door for skilled players, coaches and their families to experience rich International hockey and cultural experiences.  Become the VIP guest of European hockey clubs, incredible host families and of Planet Hockey's International staff.  

Past tours include:  Italy, France, Switzerland, Austria, Germany, Denmark, Czech Republic, Slovenia and Sweden.  We invite you to join us this summer in Denmark for the hockey experience of a lifetime.  2024 teams are now filling…

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The ultimate hockey experience for skilled players and hockey families looking for the hockey trip of a lifetime.  We have organized more than 50 high-caliber, culturally rich hockey tours in 8 countries throughout the past 30  years. 

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An unforgettable adult hockey event that includes:  5-7  games vs European and Russian teams, professional ice stadium, castles, Bavarian Alps spa day, Bavarian Inns, meals, custom jersey and socks, airport transfers, an unforgettable day at Oktoberfest in Munich and much more.

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Embark on an exhilarating hockey tour across Europe with Haka Sports Tours, where passion for the game meets cultural exploration. From the charming canals of Amsterdam to the historic streets of Antwerp and beyond, immerse yourself in the thrill of hockey while discovering the rich heritage of each destination. Join us for an unforgettable adventure of skill-building, competition, and camaraderie as you take your team to new heights on the international stage.

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Kick off your European hockey tour in style as you arrive in the vibrant city of Amsterdam. Get acquainted with the Dutch capital during a guided city tour, taking in iconic sights and soaking up the lively atmosphere.

Sharpen your skills during a professional coaching clinic at AH & BC before delving into Dutch history at Zaanse Schans, where windmills and wooden houses transport you back in time.

Discover the beauty of Amsterdam from its iconic waterways with a scenic canal cruise, then delve into the world of art at the Van Gogh Museum before gearing up for your first hockey match.

Gain insight into the poignant history of Anne Frank at her museum before hitting the field for your second thrilling hockey match in the heart of Amsterdam.

Fine-tune your skills during a self-training session before departing for The Hague, where you'll prepare for the upcoming hockey tournament.

Compete against teams from across Europe in an adrenaline-fuelled hockey tournament, showcasing your talent and determination on the international stage.

Continue to battle it out on the hockey field as the tournament reaches its peak, with every match bringing new challenges and opportunities for victory.

Experience the final showdown of the tournament, giving your all on the field as you strive for glory and celebrate the bonds of sportsmanship with fellow competitors.

Experience the excitement of Duinrell Theme Park before journeying to Antwerp for a guided tour and a professional coaching clinic at Royal Antwerp HC.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Antwerp with a guided tour of its historic landmarks and charming streets, soaking in the atmosphere of this enchanting city.

Indulge your sweet tooth at Chocolate Nation Museum before hitting the hockey field for your third thrilling match in Antwerp.

Explore the political hub of Europe with visits to the European Parliament and the iconic Atomium, gaining insight into the continent's past and present.

DAY THIRTEEN

Pay homage to history at the WW1 Museum in Ypres, taking a moment to reflect on the sacrifices made and the lessons learned from the past.

DAY FOURTEEN

Take a day trip to Dortmund before honing your skills during a professional coaching clinic at Rott Weis Koln, followed by a sightseeing tour of Cologne.

DAY FIFTEEN

Explore the vibrant city of Cologne, soaking in its rich history and cultural landmarks before gearing up for your next hockey match.

DAY SIXTEEN

Discover the charms of Dortmund on a day trip filled with exploration and adventure, culminating in a thrilling hockey match against local opponents.

DAY SEVENTEEN

Experience the thrills of Phantasialand Theme Park before facing off against opponents in Dortmund and enjoying your last match in Germany.

DAY EIGHTEEN

Bid farewell to your European adventure as you depart from Dusseldorf, carrying with you cherished memories and newfound friendships forged on the hockey field.

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• Challenge yourselves individually, and as a team, against new opposition on the international stage
• Improve your sporting skills through professional coaching and quality games
• Exploring iconic landmarks and historical sites fosters a deeper understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures.
• Shared experiences on and off the field strengthen communication, trust, and camaraderie among team members.

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European Hockey Tours To Visit Three Countries In 2022

2022 will mark the fifth year that European Hockey Tours will be bringing North American players and their parents to Europe for once in a lifetime hockey and cultural experiences.

Even during the COVID pandemic, European Hockey Tours has been able to provide, safe, fun and educational hockey experiences in Europe.

All European Hockey Tours provide transportation by private coach bus. Double occupancy in four star hotels where available. Skate sharpening, tape, jerseys, socks, and professional level coaching. All ice and/or tournament fee’s are included along with a meet and great and departure team dinner.

The 2022 European Hockey Tour season will kick of the first ten days in April with a tour of Spain. Starting in Barcelona and continuing on through the wine region in Logrono, the tour will feature a minimum of four games against Spanish clubs in the First League. The highest level of play in Spain. An additional match with a visiting team from France is also being scheduled.

In August European Hockey Tours will make their annual tour of Poland, and later in the month a visit to the Czech Republic is also scheduled.

In Poland, games will be played against First League teams in Krakow and the Katowice region. These teams provide great scouting opportunities for players who are interested in playing Professionally or Collegiate hockey in Europe. Scouts from top Professional and University programs will be in attendance.

In the Czech Republic, games will be played against University programs as well as Czech second league teams. And additional match is also being scheduled with a team from Germany. Scouts from top programs in Germany and the Czech Republic will be in attendance.

It is important to note that tours in Poland and the Czech Republic can often result in players receiving offers to play in Europe for the coming season. August is when training camps open and players performing well will receive opportunities to play in Europe for the 2022-2023 season.

All European Hockey Tour events are limited to 18 skaters and three goaltenders.

In addition to the competition, tours of historical and educational sites are also arranged. For parents accompanying players on the tour, special arrangements for hotels, shopping trips, and winery tours are also provided on an individual basis.

Each Coach bus can accommodate up to 20 parents or family members in addition to the players and coaching staff. When necessary an additional coach bus will be added to accommodate family members and siblings who may accompany players.

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INCREDiBLE EUROPE TOURS

SIXTY Hockey provides young individuals with the chance to engage in international competition against teams from various nations, partake in cultural excursions and activities, and conclude an exceptional summer experience.

Explore EUROPE

SIXTY Hockey offers a comprehensive cultural experience for players and families. Diverging from typical youth hockey tournaments, the emphasis lies on the off-ice encounters. Participants can anticipate distinctive cultural immersion, encompassing local cuisine from authentic restaurants and guided ground transportation led by a professional local tour guide.

European Tours

All player packages for european tours include: - airport transport at international destination - 4-star hotel  accommodations - daily breakfast - motorcoach transport for games/practices/events - 5 event games & up to 2 team practices - pre-tournament exhibition game - sixty jersey, shell, socks, team gear and more - local area guided tour/activity with transportation  .

PAST EUROPE TOURS

European Hockey Tours

Since 2006, RMHS has been successfully running hockey tours throughout Europe & Scandinavia featuring teams and players from around the world. The RMHS Selects Tours to offer the hockey experience of a lifetime and are an incredible way for players, families and coaches alike to experience International hockey along with enjoying the rich cultural experiences many of the old world’s most iconic and beautiful cities... Zurich, Lucerne, Engelberg, Zug, Lake Como, Helsinki, Milan, Latvia, and more… have to offer.

Our professional approach to hockey tour management sets our tours above the rest. Bryan Smith, President of RMHS, leads the trips bringing with them over 18 years of coaching and scouting experience, including over 20 trips to Europe. The meticulous attention to scheduling and logistical details, combined with the professional coaching staff, has allowed our teams to compete for head to head with the most elite European teams in the world. Competing evenly against these top European teams is the hallmark of all the RMHS Selects Tours.

Want to be a part of a Selects Tour? There are two ways to join us this year!

Option 1: Apply to join one of our existing Selects Tour Teams - 2023 Application

Would you like to get exposure to playing hockey in Europe? The RMHS Selects Tours offers a true hockey trifecta - Development, Exposure, and Competition. You will train with and be coached by, some of the top NCAA, Junior A, and Tier 1 coaches in the U.S. while playing games against top teams in Europe.

The RMHS Selects not only provides development for aspiring AA/AAA players but also serves as a fertile recruiting ground with our NCAA and Junior A staff as well. Our strict acceptance guidelines allow us to ensure that our tours will always be competitive internationally and have enabled us in the past to schedule games against some of the top Junior teams and Elite Amature teams in the world. As a result, players are often recruited and placed onto Junior teams directly from the tour.

Check out the available tours below, or contact us directly to apply for an RMHS Selects Tour Team.

2023 RMHS Selects Tours

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Helsinki, Finland

Option 2: Put together your team!

Do you have a team you want to take to Europe? We can help! Let RMHS set up the perfect European Tour for your team, group, and/or organization.

The RMHS Selects also creates tours for existing teams, groups of players, spring teams, summer teams, or tournament teams. Regardless of how the roster gets filled, we guarantee that all teams will participate in international games that are on par with the groups’ skill levels. Whether you are an AAA travel team or a small town A team, we assemble memorable tours that fit your needs and expectations to a "t." Whether you want two or six games, or you want to ski or sightsee or play competitive hockey or recreational hockey, we can put the international hockey trip of a lifetime together for you and your group.

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• Accommodations (players & families)
•  On-site transportation Meal plans
• Sightseeing tours
• Air transportation is typically not handled by the USJDP
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Through our new Fundraising Program, you and your group can raise funds to offset the costs of your trip. In the past, teams have raised as much as $10,000 in as little as four weeks. Contact us today and take advantage of this incredible opportunity to make your dream trip a reality. Or click here to learn more about our Fundraising Program!

If you are a coach or manager interested in taking your team or organizing a team to compete in Europe, please contact Bryan Smith at 970.389.7211 or by  email .

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The CCM Euro Invite gives young people an opportunity to play games against teams from around the world, attend cultural tours & events and cap off a great summer.

The CCM Euro Invite creates an immersive cultural experiences for the entire family. Unlike most youth hockey tournaments, the CCM Euro Invites are focused on the experience outside the rink.  Attendees can expect unique cultural immersion, including local food at authentic restaurants and ground transportation led by a professional local tour guide.

On the ice the competition will high. Attending teams will travel from Czechi, Germany, Italy, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Russia, and the United States. The CCM Selects USA is the only team representing the USA. Players will gain experience competing against European talent. These teams are selected by 200x85's coaches and scouts. The best way to get on our radar is by joining our scouting list.

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Hockey and Sons Tour

Join hockey and sons in europe for an incredible hockey camp and family tour.

Hockey and Sons is offering an incredible hockey camp and tour in Europe for August 2024.  One week Family Tour through Austria, Italy and Germany. Amazing opportunity for dads and sons, or the whole family, to take part in a memorable and unique hockey experience while seeing some of the most beautiful countries in the world.

Hockey in the Austrian Alps With Your Loved Ones!

OPEN TO BOYS AND GIRLS

August 3-11, 2024 .

Austria, Italy and Germany

• Innsbruck for Five Nights at Four Star Hotel
• Munich for Two Nights at Four Star Hotel
• Both hotels in the heart of town near attractions
• Visit incredible cities and some of the most beautiful regions in the world.  
• Group activities and free time to enjoy towns on your own
• Eight English-speaking guides during entire tour
• Breakfast every morning and eight other meals included
• Families can attend the trip, even if they don’t participate in the hockey portion. Family members have activities planned during the camp 

Hockey and Sons Camp:

• 3 days, each day includes 
• 2 ice sessions (skills and tactics)
• Kid’s game ,  Parent’s game  and  Dry land each day
• Parent/Child game in Munich, at the end of the week
• Camp held at Olympiaworld and Tiwag Arena.  Host of two Winter Olympics. Bar, Cafe and Sporting Goods Store in the Arena.  

Meals Included:

• Breakfast, daily
• Lunch and Dinner each day of camp
• Arrival and Finale Dinners for everyone

Transportation and Airfare:

• Airfare is booked on your own
• (depart US on August 3, 2024 - arrive Munich on Aug 4th)
• Book your incoming flight to arrive MUC between 7 - 11 AM
• Bus transportation from MUC to Innsbruck on August 4th at 9:45 AM and NOON.
• Bus from Munich Hotel on August 11 at 6 and 8 AM.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

• Kids ages 5-14, adults any age.
• Skills ice session/parent and child combined.
• Tactics ice session/parent and child combined.
• Dry land training/parent and child combined.
• Classroom lecture/parent and child combined.
• Nightly game/child.
• Nightly game/parent.
• Coaching Clinics for parents.
• Instructions by professional coaches, experienced teachers, and players.
• Each camper receives a Hockey and Sons Jersey.

Age Groups (approximate):

Groups will have approximately 20 kids per group, divided by skill and age as follows:

• WHITE Group – 5 to 8 year olds
• RED Group – 9 to 10 year olds
• BLACK Group – 11 to 12 year olds
• BLUE Group – 13 to 15 year olds

The group ages may vary depending on the number of kids per group.

More about Hockey and Sons;   http://www.hockeyandsons.com

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Email is preferred as all of us coach all year

Director phone number:  Troy G. Ward 651.373.7882

Registration for Hockey and Sons Europe is OPEN

• based on double occupancy. 
• Campers and family members pay the same price (averaged out)
• Family members have activities planned during the camp 
• $700.00 deposit due before October 15th and additional payments in January and April (equal amounts each time for balance).  
• Families of four get two double rooms and five get double and triple 
• All rooming situations settled in June/July 2024.  
• All credit card payments are subject to processing fees through our carrier.

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Expected Itinerary

Sample Week: August 3 – 11, 2024 – Seven nights tour/camp

• Saturday, August 3:  Depart North America on your own and fly to Munich, Germany (MUC) 
• Sunday: Arrive Munich, Buses to Innsbruck, Check in, Intro and group dinner
• Activities planned all day with three meals included
• Innsbruck area activities planned for family and friends of campers
• Thursday: Day trip to small Italian Town.  Lake and Mountain day in an incredible location
• Friday: Depart for Munich, Germany.  Stop halfway to visit town.  Check in and explore Munich.
• Saturday:  Father and Son game, explore Old Town Munich, Finale Dinner
• Sunday: Depart Munich and end of an incredible week with Hockey and Sons.  Depart MUC Airport

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Sports Tours Europe offers unforgettable Nike Sports Tour experiences in the UK, Europe and the USA for groups of 15 to 100 players. We work with some of the best providers in sport to deliver you and your team the experience of a lifetime. With our industry knowledge, excellent reputation and extensive connections in sports, we can deliver an unrivalled and tailor-made tour schedule to suit your requirements. We specialise in programmes for under 18s but can organise tours for adults too. 

Share your vision and aspirations and we will work closely with you to devise a tour itinerary that exceeds your expectations and fits with your budget. Together we will tailor the programme to your unique team, club or group.

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We have access to some of the best combined sports and residential facilities in the UK. Choose world-class facilities as a base for your tour including St George’s Park, home of the English FA, or The National Tennis Centre, home of the LTA. Alternatively, our prestigious, all-inclusive private school venues offer a quintessentially British experience with all meals and training facilities on site. We can also offer great value options for those on a small budget, or who want to invest more in exploring everything England has to offer.

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Custom build your tour choosing from as few or as many of the following elements as you would like to include:

PRO-COACHING OR SELF TRAIN

Choose a programme delivered by our coaching partners or bring your own coaches

SPORTS SCIENCE

Nutrition and hydration, psychology, strength and conditioning, and recovery

SPORTS EXCURSIONS

Go behind the scenes at England’s most famous sports stadiums

MATCHES VS ENGLISH TEAMS

With pro and amateur clubs, matched to your age and ability

MASTERCLASSES

From professional players demonstrating different facets of the game

CITY EXCURSIONS

Take a tour of London, visit Buckingham Palace, shop at Niketown…

Where available, watch professional games to inspire your team or group

WELFARE TEAM

Choose just a tour manager or a full welfare team for your group

EVENING ACTIVITIES

Structured program including Mini-Olympics, team building and group challenges.

Enjoy expert tour management

We have a team of experts in the UK and the USA working to make your tour a special experience. We have an office in New Hampshire, USA. Our North American team have plenty of experience in bringing US soccer teams to Britain, so are perfectly placed to offer advice to those looking to do the same. 

Our experienced staff will manage all the logistics on the ground from the moment you arrive and throughout your stay. We'll have a dedicated Tour Liaison Manager staying with you on-site during your tour, experienced in problem-solving, question-answering and making sure the tour runs smoothly. 

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With everyone arriving in Barcelona, our first game will be played against FC Barcelona, which is also owned by the famous FC Barcelona soccer team.

Private coach will take the tour to Logrono Spain which will be the base of operations for the remainder of the tour. Logrono is in the wine region, notable for great food, cheese and wine, it is a short drive to France.

With hotel and meals based in Logrono, a game against Logrono and other teams within the region is also scheduled. Any away travel is once again handled by reserved coach. Cost includes hotel, two meals per day, coaching, practice ice, skate sharpening, jersey, socks and one team apparel item.

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For architecture fans, Casablanca in Morocco offers a visual feast of Moorish tiles, ancient minarets and French colonial facades with Art Deco touches, but much of it still faces dereliction or is falling apart.

To highlight the rich heritage of the Moroccan economic capital and encourage its preservation, guided walking tours have taken thousands of people on urban explorations.

“(Normally) the pace of life in Casablanca is so hectic that we don’t take the time to appreciate (the landmarks),” said Mehdi Ksikes, 51, a company manager joining one of the Heritage Nights tours.

Ksikes said on a tour during the recent Muslim holy month of Ramadan that he was seeing the city of his birth with new eyes.

“I live here, but that doesn’t stop me from discovering things about my city.”

The visitors gazed intently at a facade in central Casablanca as Leila, a volunteer guide with heritage association Casamemoire, pointed out details most of them had missed.

Casablanca’s architectural heritage is not limited to its 18th-century walled city, but also includes structures from its urban expansion during the French colonial period from 1912 to 1956.

From the early 20th century, European architects “worked to adapt progressive urban visions to Moroccan particularities”, said architect Karim Rouissi, who heads Casamemoire.

They brought the city to “the avant-garde of exploring 20th-century architectural and urban theories”.

Architects drew inspiration from different styles, such as “colonial architecture in Algeria and Tunisia” and “new Moroccan architecture”, a fusion of classic European architecture and elements of Moroccan craftsmanship, Rouissi said.

Casamemoire was founded in 1995 with the aim of promoting the city’s “unique” heritage and preserving it, after the demolition of several historic buildings.

Many of Casablanca’s historical buildings, such as the Wilaya (province) hall, the court of first instance, the central bank building, and others, are in the old administrative district in the city centre.

But traffic and noise there “makes us not usually think about wandering around here”, said Bouthaina, a tour participant snapping pictures inside a building open to visitors for the night tours.

“I can now see the city from a different perspective with influences of European architecture mixing with Moroccan techniques,” said Bouthaina, who settled in Casablanca because of her work.

The Wilaya hall is an example of this blend, inspired by designs from Siena municipal palace in Italy, with balconies overlooking the exterior – an uncommon feature in traditional Moroccan architecture.

Inside the building, a small garden sits in the middle of a spacious patio, allowing for natural ventilation, its columns and floors coated with hand-shaped glazed Zellige tiles.

At the central bank building, tour guide Leila pointed to polished stones clinging to the outside windows of the upper floor.

She noted the influence of the minarets of the Koutoubia Mosque in Marrakesh and its twin, the Giralda Mosque in Seville which was built during the 12th century Almohad era, and later converted to a cathedral.

The bank building also bears Art Deco features, with a beehive-like glass roof inside and a wide gate resembling the door of a safe.

While some of Casablanca’s architectural gems are well-preserved, others have fallen into disrepair or have been demolished, sparking public outrage.

A total of 483 buildings in the city have been listed as national heritage, and 100 others are expected to be added soon, according to culture ministry official Hassan Zohal.

The owners of national heritage buildings are required to preserve the original architecture of the facades when carrying out renovations or other work.

“The fight today is to show the value of this heritage,” said Benzriouil.

“We need to think about how to keep these buildings alive before they are doomed to disappear.”

Benzriouil is one of almost 200 volunteer guides leading the “heritage nights”.

Near the end of the visit in the administrative district, participants joined Benzriouil’s group in Mohammed VI Boulevard, where buildings blend Moorish tilework and arches with Art Nouveau.

Nature or mythological figures are showcased on the buildings’ ornate facades.

During the walk, Benzriouil pointed to a statue of the head of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, sitting atop a building facing one of Casablanca’s historic bars.

Further down the boulevard, the Lincoln Hotel is undergoing reconstruction, restoring its original 1917 facade after decades of dereliction.

“The conservation battle is half won,” he said. – AFP

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