International Trips

Train and compete at the source.

Tournament weeks in Barcelona against LaLiga academies — for players, families, and coaches. $500 deposit holds your spot.

Dates locked · 2026 & 2027

BARCELONA IS ON THE CALENDAR.

Train with Ekkono coaches at the source, then compete against academies like FC Barcelona and Real Madrid. Four confirmed events across 2026–27. A $500 deposit holds your spot — until the roster fills.

PLAYERS · NOV 24–30, 2026

EKKONO SPAIN TOUR: NOVEMBER 2026

Surf Cup Edition

Official Tournament Site ↗

Compete at the Surf Cup in Salou against academies like FC Barcelona, Real Madrid, Manchester City, Juventus, PSG and Arsenal. Minimum 4 games guaranteed.

  • 6 nights: 2 Barcelona + 4 Salou
  • Meals, accommodation & health insurance
  • 2 Ekkono training sessions + FC Barcelona Immersive Tour
  • RCD Espanyol Stadium Tour + private transport
  • Individual players welcome — no team required.

$2,400

per player · $500 deposit secures spot · flights not included

Family Plan: Single $2,200 · Double $3,400 · Triple $4,950. Kids 0–2 free, 3–4 half price.

PLAYERS · MARCH 21–28, 2027

EKKONO SPAIN TOUR: SPRING BREAK 7-DAY

Mare Nostrum Cup · 7 nights

Official Tournament Site ↗

Compete at the Mare Nostrum Cup in Salou over Spring Break. Minimum 4 games: group stage Fri 3/26 + Sat 3/27, finals Sun 3/28.

  • 7 nights: 4 Barcelona + 3 Salou
  • Meals, insurance & 24/7 Ekkono staff
  • 2 Ekkono training sessions + FC Barcelona tour
  • RCD Espanyol Stadium Tour + private transport
  • Individual players welcome — no team required.

$2,600

per player · $500 deposit · flights not included

Family Plan: Single $2,400 · Double $3,600 · Triple $5,100 — includes Barcelona City Tour.

Want the full 10-day experience? See the next card.

PLAYERS · MARCH 25 – APRIL 4, 2027

EKKONO SPAIN TOUR: SPRING BREAK 10-DAY

Mare Nostrum Cup · 10 nights

Official Tournament Site ↗

The full experience. Compete at the Mare Nostrum Cup in Salou, then spend a week in Barcelona training, playing friendlies and living the Spanish soccer scene. Minimum 4 tournament games: group stage Fri 3/26 + Sat 3/27, finals Sun 3/28.

  • 10 nights: 6 Barcelona + 4 Salou
  • Meals, accommodation, insurance & 24/7 Ekkono staff
  • 2 Ekkono training sessions + 2 friendly games
  • FC Barcelona Immersive Tour + RCD Espanyol Stadium Tour + LaLiga game
  • PortAventura + beach sessions in Salou and Castelldefels
  • Individual players welcome, no team required.

$3,200

per player · $500 deposit · flights not included

Family Plan: Single $2,900 · Double $4,400 · Triple $6,000. Kids 0–2 free, 3–4 half price.

See the full 10-day schedule ↓
COACHES · NOV 29 – DEC 3, 2026

EKKONO COACH DEVELOPMENT TOUR: BARCELONA

5-Day Intensive Course

Become a master of youth football (U7–U18). 40 hours of theory, workshops, club visits and on-field practice in Barcelona.

  • 5 days of coaching education with coaches from around the world
  • Training session visits at RCD Espanyol plus 3 local clubs
  • Guest speakers, practical activities and live match analysis
  • Free weekend to watch as much Spanish youth football as you like
  • Spanish methodology from LaLiga clubs down to local academies

$1,299

Official program price · $500 deposit reserves your seat

Included: All program activities · 1 month free at Ekkono Coaches Academy · Official Ekkono certification · Ekkono program sweater

Flights, accommodation and local transport not included.

NO TEAM? NO PROBLEM.

You don't need to travel with a club to join a Spain Tour. Individual players are welcome — we place you on a roster with players in your age group, coached by Ekkono staff throughout the tournament. Come solo, leave with a team.

Ask About Individual Spots

Spring Break 2027 · 10-Day Edition

TEN DAYS IN SPAIN.

March 25 – April 4, 2027. Tournament in Salou, then a full week in Barcelona. Here is exactly what the trip looks like, day by day.

Compare7-Day10-Day
DatesMar 21–28Mar 25 – Apr 4
Nights7: 4 Barcelona + 3 Salou10: 6 Barcelona + 4 Salou
TournamentMare Nostrum CupMare Nostrum Cup
Training sessions22
Friendly games—2
Stadium toursCamp Nou + EspanyolCamp Nou + Espanyol
LaLiga game—Yes
PortAventura—Yes
Beach sessions—2
Player price$2,600$3,200
Family PlanSingle $2,400 · Double $3,600 · Triple $5,100Single $2,900 · Double $4,400 · Triple $6,000
Deposit$500$500

THE SCHEDULE

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included every day.

Thu Mar 25TOURNAMENT

Morning

Arrival in Barcelona

Afternoon

Transfer to Salou, Mare Nostrum Cup opening ceremony

Fri Mar 26TOURNAMENT

Morning

Mare Nostrum group stage

Afternoon

Mare Nostrum group stage

Sat Mar 27TOURNAMENT

Morning

Mare Nostrum group stage

Afternoon

Mare Nostrum playoffs

Sun Mar 28TOURNAMENT

Morning

Mare Nostrum finals

Afternoon

Beach session in Salou

Mon Mar 29EXPERIENCE

Morning

Transfer to Barcelona

Afternoon

RCD Espanyol Stadium Tour

Tue Mar 30TRAINING

Morning

Ekkono training session

Afternoon

Friendly game

Wed Mar 31TRAINING

Morning

Ekkono training session

Afternoon

Friendly game

Thu Apr 1EXPERIENCE

All day

PortAventura theme park

Fri Apr 2EXPERIENCE

Morning

Rest at the hotel or time with your family

Afternoon

FC Barcelona Camp Nou Immersive Tour

Sat Apr 3EXPERIENCE

Morning

Beach session in Castelldefels

Afternoon

LaLiga game

Sun Apr 4

All day

Flight home

THE TOURNAMENT

The team competes at the Mare Nostrum Cup, a top international tournament for young players in Salou. Minimum 4 games guaranteed.

  • Fri 3/26 first 2 group stage games
  • Sat 3/27 last group game + first playoff or consolation game
  • Sun 3/28 finals
Official Tournament Site ↗

WHERE YOU STAY

In Barcelona: players and coaches stay at Casa Gràcia in the city center. In Salou: players, coaches and families stay at the Alannia Hotel or Cambrils Park Resort.

Families: Ekkono books a 4-star hotel within a 15-minute walk of the players. Single, double and triple rooms. Hotels we have used before: Hotel Catalonia Gracia, Hotel Balmoral, Hotel Catalonia Diagonal.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

PLAYERS ($3,200)

  • Accommodation and meals in Barcelona and Salou
  • Health insurance for the whole stay
  • Private transportation to all activities and games
  • Two training sessions with Ekkono experts
  • Two friendly games
  • FC Barcelona Immersive Tour + RCD Espanyol Stadium Tour
  • LaLiga game ticket
  • PortAventura ticket
  • Tournament sign-up
  • 24/7 Ekkono staff support

FAMILY PLAN

  • 10 nights (6 Barcelona + 4 Salou) in a 4-star hotel
  • Breakfast in Barcelona, all meals during the tournament in Salou
  • Private transportation to all activities
  • FC Barcelona Immersive Tour + RCD Espanyol Stadium Tour
  • LaLiga game ticket
  • PortAventura ticket
  • Same daily schedule as the players

Flights are not included.

FAMILY PLAN PRICING

Room typeSleepsPrice
Single Room1 person$2,900
Double Room2 people (1 king/queen bed or 2 separate beds)$4,400 ($2,200 per person)
Triple Room3 people (1 king/queen bed + 1 single bed)$6,000 ($2,000 per person)

Child policy

  • Ages 0–2 free (sharing a bed with parents)
  • Ages 3–4 50% off (includes a dedicated bed and transportation)
  • Ages 5+ standard rate
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Trips to Spain

THE COACHES TRIP

Learn the method first-hand in Barcelona — theory, practice, and workshops at the source.

Ekkono coaches trip group in Barcelona with LaLiga academy backdrop

Customized programs for individuals or groups — flexible duration, schedule, clubs to visit, and topics. Open programs run regularly so you can join coaches from around the world.

01

Theory Sessions

Ekkono Method theory with a Licensed Coach; topics from game analysis to playing identity, values-based training and team management. 20+ years teaching UEFA and AFC courses.

02

Field Sessions

Put theory into practice with a model group + Live Match Analysis of world-class players. Individualized feedback for every coach.

03

LaLiga Academy Visits

Observe youth academy training with team staff answering questions; includes a masterclass, facilities tour, and in some cases the stadium.

04

Youth Match Experience

Watch Spain's best academy matches, optionally with an Ekkono coach running live scouting and fundamentals activities.

05

Masterclass with Invited Guests

Top coaches and analysts from FIFA, Paris Saint-Germain, the Spanish Football Federation, and FC Barcelona.

PLAN YOUR WEEK

Everything happens in central Barcelona. Here's what to book and what to budget.

Where to stay

Accommodation isn't included. Book near the city center — these are close to everything:

  • Generator Hostel Barcelona — from €25/night (shared room)
  • U232 Hotel Barcelona — from €90/night (private room)
  • HCC Taber Barcelona — from €80/night (private room)
  • Via Augusta Hotel — from €80/night (private room)

Examples only — anything central works. We can help you find flights that fit.

Getting around

Public transport covers everything. Budget €15–€20 for the whole week. We meet as a group in the city center and travel to each activity together.

Hotel America — Theory sessions10–15 min walk
Can Vidalet Field — Practical sessions & training visits30 min by metro
FC Barcelona facilities — Live match analysis45 min by metro
RCD Espanyol facilities — Club visit30 min

Trips to Spain FAQ

Dates, costs, selection & what's included

Everything players, parents and coaches ask before committing to Barcelona.