This year in Cancún, Mexico, BA Cup and Soccer in Sun will host an adult and youth soccer tournament with over 500 players from Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Laos, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Peru, Sweden & USA. Everyone will have the opportunity to show their style of play and have fun, while sharing their culture and traditions both on and off the soccer field.
In the following document, you will find information with everything you need to know, including the services that BA Cup and the Iberostar Selection Cancun have to offer. Additionally, please take note of the recommended packing lists and other items you will need to bring to the tournament.
We welcome you with open arms and hope that you have an unforgettable experience. Enjoy your trip and give it all for your team!
Mandatory requirements:
- Jerseys – Bring 2 sets of uniforms or 1 uniform and bibs.
- Cleats for natural grass. No metal studs.
- Shin guards.
- Balls: All teams must bring balls to use at practice and for warm up sessions (BA CUP only provides balls during the official tournament matches).
- Passport.
- Please read the tournament rules and the cup´s schedule.
- Identification Wristband – We provide a wristband to each participant who has purchased the BA Cup package. To access the field and transportation, wearing the wristband is required throughout the tournament. It is valid for 1 week and must not be removed or cut from the wrist during this period.
IMPORTANT SUGGESTIONS TO KEEP IN MIND:
- Bring your team´s flag and/or your country´s flag.
- Bring clothes to use between games.
- Bring towels to use in the locker rooms. (You may not bring the rooms towels to the field).
- Bring swimming gear.
- Bring a camera.
- Bring a power adapter if needed. Mexico uses 110 voltage.
- Bring a notebook and pens to take notes during the soccer clinics if attending.
- Bring sunscreen. (Also available to purchase in the gift shop)
HOTEL INFORMATION
Iberostar Selection Cancun hotel is located 14 km from the Cancun International Airport in the “hotel zone” of Cancun. The hotel is known for beaches that stretch for miles, it’s close proximity to a pre-Columbian era museum, contact with the local flora and fauna, marine life, a spectacular golf course and thousands of other details you can expect from the 5-star hotel. Iberostar Selection Cancún meets all of these expectations and any other need you may have: relaxation in the pools, ocean views and a table that is always set at any of its 6 restaurants.
Upon arrival you will be received by the BA Cup staff for a private check-in and welcome drink.
Check-in is 3pm. Anyone arriving prior to 3pm will be registered at the front desk and given a bracelet to access the hotel restaurants and amenities. You will be able to use the showers at the spa if needed.
Check-out is 12pm. Each person is required to check-out of his or her room by 12pm. You will still receive access to the hotel’s restaurants and amenities until 6pm on check-out day. Late check-out can be requested directly at the hotel for $15 usd per additional hour. Availability and payment should be coordinated directly with the front desk.
Note: You can store your luggage before check-in or after check-out at the luggage stand. Typically, hotel staff will deliver your bags to your room. While tipping is optional and based on the quality of service, a tip of $1 to $2 is generally considered appropriate.
Check-in at the Reception: Please have your passport ready, as it will be scanned. Additionally, we will request an email address and your signature on the registration card, which indicates that all your information is confidential, as well as providing information about the services offered by the hotel.
Wristbands will be placed at the time of check-in and must be worn throughout your stay until departure. Alteration or replacement of wristbands will incur an additional charge.
SOCCER FIELDS & OTHER AMMENITIES
The BA Cup experience takes place at the professional soccer field located at the Iberostar Selection Cancun Hotel. All games will take place at this field.
The hotel also has an 18-hole golf course located on the property, full-service spa, tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and a gym. The hotel has several pools, PADI-certified Diving Centre (subject to charge) and a kid’s club. The hotel’s theater is open most nights from 5:00pm to 12:00am and hosts a variety of activities and shows.
Spa & Golf
These services require reservations and additional costs. Please arrange all extra activities with the hotel concierge.
RESTAURANTS & BARS
- The buffet is open during the following times:
6:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for breakfast
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for lunch
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m for dinner - Snacks and pool bars are open daily from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Hotel bars are open from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m.
- The Star Café is open 24 hrs per day
- Specialty restaurants are open from 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm (last reservations are at 9:30 pm).
- The steakhouse, Mexican, Italian and American Bistro do not require reservations.
- The Japanese restaurant requires reservations and can be made with the concierge.
**For large group reservations prior to arrival, please email cunrp1@iberostar.com. Reservations can be made for a maximum of 12 people.**
Please download the Iberostar app for up-to-date restaurant information and daily activities.
LAUNDRY
The hotel has a laundry service which typically takes 24-48 hours.
MEDICAL SERVICE (with an additional cost)
The hotel has a 24-hour medical service. BA Cup will have a private paramedic at the soccer fields during games. All teams must have medical insurance and/or an insurance for personal injuries that is active and updated to cover your participation in this trip. Each participant is responsible for all medical expenses during the trip. Including but not limited to all recreational and sport activities during the trip. Moreover, each participant must certify that he/she is in good health conditions to participate in all sporting and recreational activities planned during your stay.
TOURS AND TRANSPORTATION
BA Cup and its partner in Mexico: BonVoyage DMC, offer the following tours and excursions. Please ask us about our preferential prices and options during your stay.
- Playa del Carmen Shopping Tour.
- Cenote visit.
- Tulum.
- Swimming with dolphins.
- Xel-Ha / Xenotes / Xplor / Xochimilco / Xcaret
- ATV Extreme and Zip Line.
- Classic Chichen itza.
- Bacalar.
- Scuba diving.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
OFFICIAL BA CUP APP
Download the BA CUP APP IOS (para iOS) BA CUP APP Android in the app store for apple or android phones. The app will provide game schedules, standings, important information, and tournament rules and regulations.
OFFICIAL BA CUP ANTHEM
As with every international cup, we have our very own song for players and fans. Click the following link to listen to it and learn the chorus you ́ll chant in the opening ceremony: BA CUP ANTHEM
GAME SCHEDULE AND RESULTS
In addition to the app, schedules and results can be found on our website: www.ba-cup.com.
FACEBOOK, YOUTUBE, and INSTAGRAM
Through our YouTube channel: BACupSoccer, our Facebook page: BACup.Argentina, or our Instagram account: bacup.argentina, you ́ll be able to see tournament highlights, videos, and photos. Invite friends and family to share all these exciting moments with you.
RAFFLE
We offer many opportunities to help players, teams, and fans raise funds to cover the total cost of travel! One of the many ways to participate is through our raffle. We are giving away a round-trip ticket for 2 people to Buenos Aires (or Salta) with 5 nights hotel stay. The raffle will take place this July during the opening ceremony at BA Cup Buenos Aires. BA Cup is committed to making your trip an unforgettable one. For more information, visit our raffle website: www.ba- cup.com/rifa/.
TIPPING
It is customary to tip 10% in restaurants, but it is not mandatory. You don ́t need to tip taxis.
MEXICAN CURRENCY
The approximate current currency exchange is of 1 U$ dollar = 20 Mexican Pesos. The hotel does NOT exchange money.
SAFETY
Cancun is a safe area, but you should take normal precautions. We recommend keeping valuable items out of sight. Don´t leave bags, backpacks, purses, cellphones, or cameras without someone taking care of them. The soccer complex is closed to the public. BA Cup is not responsible for any act of theft or property damage that occurs to players, coaches or fans during the tournament.
ENTERING THE IBEROSTAR FIELDS
Iberostar does not allow anyone who is not a guest to enter the property. BA Cup does not allow anyone to attend games or special tournament events unless they have purchased a package (applies to games, opening ceremony, transportation, etc.).
AIRPORT TRANSPORTATION
Upon exiting customs and baggage claim, please look for a sign at the airport with the BA CUP logo to identify the transportation agency´s representative who will take you the Iberostar hotel.
WEATHER
The weather in Cancun, during March, is relatively dry (with 2.4in of rain in 10 days). The weather is pleasant and ranges around 81°F/27°C. During the morning, the temperature is near 76°F/24°c. The average temperature is of 78°F /25°C.
EMERGENCY TELEPHONES
Mexico also uses the standard 911 for any emergency
BA CUP STAFF CELL PHONE NUMBERS. YOU SHOULD SAVE THEM LIKE THIS TO ACTIVATE WHATSAPP
Damián: +549113401 5954 / Anna: +1 415 710 5025 / Jack: +549113558 4943 / Matías: +549226 2 15 61 6462
