Support You Can Trust

Welcome to the Parents hub — your go-to guide for everything you need to know about your child’s sports tour with Edwin Doran. We’re here to help you feel informed, confident and excited about the incredible experiences awaiting your young athlete. From travel safety to packing lists, insurance and communication, this page brings together all the essentials in one place.

We’ve taken over 15,000 teams on tour and understand what matters most to parents: safety, support and clear communication. With more than 50 years of expertise, dedicated tour operators and 24/7 on-tour assistance, your child’s wellbeing is our top priority.

Young rugby players in a huddle

What You’ll Find in This Hub

  • Safety information and travel guidance
  • What to expect from accommodation and transport
  • Packing lists for short-haul and long-haul tours (coming soon)
  • FAQs covering health, money, communication and supervision
  • Details on insurance, medical support and dietary requirements
  • Sample itineraries to show how a typical tour is structured
  • Links to Travel Aware guidance and official government advice
  • Contact information for your child’s Tour Manager

Safety first — always

Your child’s safety matters. That’s why we operate under a comprehensive Safety Management System that covers:

  • Accommodation and transport audits
  • Food hygiene and fire safety checks
  • Supplier licensing and insurance verification
  • Activity and excursion risk assessments
  • Emergency planning and 24/7 contact support

All tours are supported by ABTA, ATOL and IATA protection, giving you complete peace of mind.

Travel Aware

We recommend all parents check the latest advice from:

  • FCDO (Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office)
  • Travel Aware
  • Travel Health Pro

You’ll also find travel tips, passport and visa guidance, and health advice in our Peace of Mind section.

Accommodation & meals

Your child will stay in accommodation that meets strict safety, suitability and quality standards.

All properties are:

  • Licensed and insured
  • Audited by our operational teams
  • Close to sporting venues wherever possible
  • Suitable for youth groups

Meals are designed to keep players fuelled and ready for action, with dietary needs catered for.

Communication while on tour

You’ll receive:

  • A full itinerary
  • Contact details for the Tour Manager
  • Emergency numbers
  • Updates via the school or club (where applicable)

Medical & dietary needs

We work closely with group leaders to accommodate all requirements.

Please ensure any medical conditions or allergies are communicated early using the provided documentation.

Typical day on tour

Coming soon: Sample itineraries for each sport and destination.

Need to speak to us?

Tel: 020 3617 7983
Email: ed@edwindoran.com

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