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Friendly
Wales v Mexico
LA, California
May 28th, 2018 | Rose Bowl Stadium
Issue 50
FSF CYMRU
by Wales fans,
for Wales fans -
an independent
organisation,
committed to helping
Wales supporters.
FSF Cymru are
proud members of
FSE (Football
Supporters Europe).
To help and support Wales fans who travel away. Our role is to provide accurate and objective
information, including a Risk Assessment: we convey what other agencies, such as police forces,
government departments, and football authorities are recommending: we publish a comprehensive
guide which is distributed free of charge to all travelling supporters: we operate and publicise a 24
hour Hotline for fans in difficulties: we arrange a Football fan embassy operation, at venues abroad,
where we can offer advice, guidance and support as necessary.
“To take every possible action to
eradicate any inter club rivalry when fans
are following the Welsh national team”
To work with the Football Association of Wales in all aspects affecting the fans, to ensure that the
supporters voice is heard. To work with FSF Gogledd Cymru on issues relating to North Wales.
A continuous, running dialogue is held with Mr Mark Evans, Head, International Affairs, we take
supporters complaints, views to the FAW for discussion and try to involve Welsh fans to participate
in these meetings.
Introduction
Welcome to Issue 50 of the FSF information
booklet. Following on from the 11,000 mile
FAW Ticketing
round trip to China we find ourselves heading Assistance
out in the different direction with a similar long
distance. Saturday 26 May
10:30am-1:30pm
It was a very unusual but amazing trip to Santa Monica
China and over 350 Welsh fans made the (Hotel tbc)
journey, many will never forget, especially the
Gareth Bale hat trick and the friendliness of Sunday 27 May
the Chinese people. 10am – 1pm
Pasadena
Once again we will be operating a scaled down (Courtyard by Marriott)
Fan Embassy service but will still operate our
24 hour hotline number during the trip if you Sunday 27 May
need any assistance, please give us a call: 2:30pm – 5pm
Santa Monica
+ 44 7905 861 848 (same hotel as the day before)
Matchday collections will probably not be
available on this one just because of the early
Top Tip kick off, Memorial Day traffic etc.
Lucy on her usual number:
Keep a copy of your passport and a list of
important phone numbers in a place that can
be easily accessed if needed. A good idea
+44 7827 157 874
would be to scan your passport and e mail it
to yourself.
LAX Airport
Los Angeles International Airport is the primary
international airport serving Los Angeles,
California. The airport is most often referred to
by its IATA airport code LAX, with the letters
pronounced individually.
LAX is located south of the Westchester district
of the City ,18 miles (30 km) southwest
of Downtown Los Angeles. It is owned and
operated by Los Angeles World Airports LAX
is also notable for its four parallel runways.
LAX has nine passenger terminals with a
total of 128 gates arranged in the shape of
the letter U or a horseshoe. The terminals are
served by a shuttle bus. The Tom Bradley
International Terminal and Terminals 4, 5, 6,
7, and 8 are all connected airside via an over
ground passage between Terminal 4 and
the Tom Bradley International Terminal, an
underground tunnel between Terminals 4, 5
and 6 and above-ground walkways between
Terminals 6, 7, and 8. Additional airside shuttle
buses operate among Terminals 4, 6, and the
American Eagle remote terminal, as well as
• LAX Fly Away - Westwood
between Terminals 2, 3, and the Tom Bradley
(nearest stop to Santa Monica)
International Terminal. There are no physical
airside connections between any of the other
Flyaway buses operate seven days a week
terminals.
and drop passengers off on the Upper/
Departures Level of each terminal at LAX. At
LAX is a big airport and has many facilities
LAX, passengers board buses on the Lower/
available including restaurants, bars, shops,
Arrivals Level in front of each terminal under
toilets, ATM’s, currency exchanges, car rental,
the green “Flyaway, Buses and Long-Distance
information booths and much more.
Vans” signs. Each bus is marked with its
service location. The LAX Flyaway service
Getting to and from the airport is made
operates from Bus Stop 9 at the Patsaouras
easier by using The Flyaway bus service
Transit Plaza at Union Station in Downtown
which provides frequent non-stop
Los Angeles. Passengers should enter on the
transportation between Los Angeles
Vignes Street side of Union Station. Fare is
International Airport (LAX) and locations
$9.75 each way.
throughout the city. Popular destinations
include:
Alternatively we advise that you down load the
UBER app and use that service during your
• LAX Fly Away - Union Station - Gold Line -
time in LA rather than the Taxi services which
Pasadena
are more expensive.
Self Drive
If you decide that you’re going to want to the arrival areas at LAX. Offices and lots are
spend some time behind the wheel, remember outside the airport, but each company has
that you will be contending with some of the free shuttles leaving from the lower level
worst traffic in the country. Avoid rush hour
(7am to 9am and 3:30pm to 6pm). Taxis are readily available and should all be
on a meter with variable rates but we advise
Parking at motels and cheaper hotels is usually you To use UBER which uses a driver rating
free, while fancier ones charge anywhere system, The customers are in charge of the
from $8 to around $45 for the privilege. Valet drivers. After each trip, the customer rates
parking at nicer restaurants and hotels is the driver. So the drivers are very focused
commonplace, with rates ranging from $3.50 on providing excellent service and usually
to $10. Parking in LA can be difficult and have quality vehicles, if there are more than 4
expensive. of you then order XL which can fit 6 people.
You pay in advance with credit card once you
The usual international car-rental agencies download the app and you will be informed of
have branches at LAX and throughout LA, and the driver, his car registration and make and
there are also a couple of companies renting which route he is taking to reach you plus the
hybrid vehicles. If you don’t have a vehicle time it will take. You can get now get UBER to
already booked, use the courtesy phones in collect you from the airport.
Public Transport
Most public transportation is handled
by Metro, which offers maps, schedules and
Metro Buses
trip-planning help through its website.
Metro operates about 200 bus lines across
the city and offers three types of bus services:
To ride Metro trains and buses, buy a
Metro Local buses (painted orange) make
reusable TAP card. Available from TAP
frequent stops along major thoroughfares
vending machines at Metro stations with a
throughout the city.
$1 surcharge, the cards allow you to add a
pre-set cash value or day passes. The regular
Metro Rapid buses (painted red) stop less
base fare is $1.75 per boarding, or $7 for a
frequently and have special sensors that keep
day pass with unlimited rides. Both single-trip
traffic lights green when a bus approaches.
tickets and TAP cards loaded with a day pass
Commuter-oriented Metro Express buses
are available on Metro buses (ensure you have
(painted blue) connect communities with
the exact change). When using a TAP card,
Downtown LA and other business districts
tap the card against the sensor at station
and usually travel via the city’s freeways.
entrances and aboard buses.
TAP cards are accepted on DASH and Metro Rail
municipal bus services and can be reloaded
at vending machines you get 90 minutes of The Metro Rail network consists of two subway
free transfer from first ‘tap’ lines, four light-rail lines and two express bus
lines. Six lines converge in Downtown.
Welsh Fan Activities Many fans will use this trip as a holiday ,but There are many other bars, shops restaurants there are a few activities that are fan related close by and plenty to see and do in this area which are being organised by Gôl! the with another British pub called the Kings head Welsh fans charity including a fans match in the same street and many US style bars to in Pasadena, a party in Santa Monica and try out. charitable donations to worthy causes. These take place thanks to the volunteers and the All monies donated or raised by the raffle here generous donations made by Welsh football will be donated to Gôl! Fans’ match against fans during these away game trips and Gôl! Mexico would like to thank everyone who contributes to the charity. Fans’ match against Mexico Leigh James has organised a match day Neil Dymock is in advanced talks with the party at the Britannia Pub just off the sea Mexican fans and this game should be front in Santa Monica. This will run from 11 confirmed shortly and is expected to be am on May 28th on the famous Santa Monica played in Pasadena, dates and times to Boulevard. Coaches will be put on from here be finalised but please contact us on our but must be booked in advance by contacting FSF Cymru helpline +44 7905 861 848 for Leigh on leigh_wales@yahoo.co.uk, or phone updated arrangements and confirmation of our FSF Hotline and we will contact Leigh to times and venue. Everyone is welcome to see if there is any spare seats on the day, but attend and support our fans in what is always our advice is book well in advance. a keenly contested match.
USA Travel advice from the
FCO (Foreign and commonwealth office)
Crime sleep in your car by the roadside or in rest
areas and avoid leaving any items on display
in your car. Try to stay on main roads and use
Take sensible precautions to protect yourself
well-lit car parks. If you’re hit while driving,
and your property against petty crime. Don’t
indicate to the other driver to follow you to a
leave passports in rental cars, especially in the
public place and call 911 for the police.
boot, as there have been a high number of
thefts by gangs targeting the vehicles of those
Petrol stations that do not display the price of
who appear to be tourists.
fuel usually charge considerably more than the
national average for a gallon of fuel. They’re
Violent crime, including gun crime, rarely
often found close to tourist destinations and
involves tourists, but you should take care
airports, and notoriously near to Orlando
when travelling in unfamiliar areas. Avoid
International Airport.
walking through less travelled areas alone,
especially at night. You can find public
advisories and information about recent
incidents on the websites of local law
Air Travel
enforcement authorities.
Before you travel, check the security
measures you’re likely to face at the airport
Crime associated with the illegal drugs trade
on the Transportation Security Administration
is a major issue in Mexican states bordering
(TSA) website. The TSA has a helpline number
Arizona, California, New Mexico and Texas.
to help passengers with disabilities and
Some foreign nationals have been among
medical conditions before they fly,
the victims of crime in the border regions,
(855) 787-2227
but there is no evidence to suggest they have
been targeted because of their nationality.
Don’t make flippant remarks about bombs or
terrorism, especially when passing through
Road Travel US airports.
Traffic laws vary from state to state. If you’re Expect to have finger prints and eye scans
planning to drive in the United States, For done at arrival airport and give yourselves
California, a full UK driving licence is sufficient. extra time to get through security, you will
Provisional licences aren’t accepted. be given a landing card to fill in whilst on the
Check requirements with your vehicle rental aircraft, this is given to the security officers.
company. Driving is on the right-hand side of
the road.
Terrorism
Check the weather conditions before
embarking on a long journey, particularly in Terrorists are very likely to try to carry
mountainous and isolated areas where there out attacks in the USA. Attacks could be
is increased likelihood of snowfall, or in dry indiscriminate, including in places visited by
desert areas where you may need extra water foreigners. You should monitor media reports
and petrol stations could be scarce. Do not and be vigilant always.
Local laws and customs Health
Laws vary from state to state. When you are Laws vary from state to state. When you are
physically present in a state, even temporarily, If you need emergency medical assistance
you are subject to that state’s laws. You must during your trip, dial 911 and ask for an
carry a passport showing that you have leave ambulance. You should contact your
to enter or remain with you always. You even insurance/medical assistance company
could be refused a beer at a bar or entry to promptly if you’re referred to a medical facility
a bar/club without proof of age even if you for treatment.
are well over 21. We can’t advise you as a
fan Embassy NOT to carry it whilst going out Medical treatment is expensive and there are
for a drink but, even though it’s in the FCO no special arrangements for British visitors.
guidelines we think its much safer to secure it Make sure you have adequate travel health
in the hotel safe or any safe place. insurance and accessible funds to cover the
cost of any medical treatment abroad and
Possession or trafficking of a controlled repatriation.
substance in the United States can carry
a severe prison sentence and/or fine. Some hospitals may ask non-US residents
to pay a deposit or ‘good faith’ payment on
Cannabis/Marijuana/Weed is legal in admittance. You should direct any requests
California and can be purchased readily for funds to your travel insurance provider in
at dispensaries throughout the Los the first instance; only pay the hospital if you’re
Angeles area. Cannabis is still illegal at advised to do so by your travel insurance
the US Federal Level and can carry severe company. Your level of medical care won’t be
prison sentences or fines. Consumption affected while your claim is being processed.
of cannabis is illegal in public areas and
prohibited at most public venues like
the rose bowl. Be sure to dispose of any
cannabis before arriving at the airport as
the airport is governed by federal laws.
What a Consul can do: But a Consul cannot:
• provide information about transferring funds Although we try to help British nationals in a
wide range of situations, we cannot:
• provide appropriate help if you have suffered
rape or serious assault, are a victim of other • get you out of prison, prevent the local
crime, or are in hospital authorities from deporting you after your
prison sentence, or interfere in criminal or civil
• help people with mental illness court proceedings
• do all we properly can to contact you within • help you enter a country, for example, if
24 hours of being told that you have been you do not have a visa or your passport is
detained offer support and help in a range of not valid, as we cannot interfere in another
other cases, such as child abductions, death country’s immigration policy or procedures
of relatives overseas, missing people and
kidnapping • give you legal advice, investigate crimes
or carryout searches for missing people,
• contact family or friends for you if you want although we can give you details of people
who may be able to help you in these cases,
• make special arrangements in cases such as English-speaking lawyers get you
of terrorism, civil disturbances or natural better treatment in hospital or prison than is
disasters given to local people
• UK law says we have to charge for some • pay any bills or give you money (in very
services. exceptional circumstances we may lend you
some money from public funds, which you will
have to pay back)
• make travel arrangements for you, or find
you work or accommodation
• make business arrangements on your behalf
Emergency consular assistance following
the death, hospitalisation, arrest, or
other serious incident involving a British
national is available 24 hours by calling:
+1 310 789 0031
The Address of the British Consulate-
General is:
2029 Century Park East,
Suite 1350,
Los Angeles,
California 90067British Embassy information for Welsh fans in California What to do if your British Passport is lost or stolen whilst in the USA It is vital you report a lost or stolen passport as soon as possible to the local police and to the British Embassy even if you don’t want to replace your passport immediately. This will reduce the risk of someone using your passport or your identity. When you report the loss or theft to the Consulate . They will record the loss or theft of your passport and forward the information to Identity and Passport Service. The IPS will then cancel your passport to reduce the risk of someone else using your identity. Once you report your passport as lost or stolen, it is electronically cancelled. If you find it, you will not be able to use it as a proof of identity, nationality, or for any other legal purpose. You must not use it as a means of identification as this may be detected as a potentially fraudulent act. You will also not be able to use it for travel. Doing so may cause the passport to be impounded by the Borders and Immigration Authority at UK ports or airports. If travelling overseas, you could face deportation or arrest. Please contact us at the FSF if possible before seeking Embassy assistance, we will be able to guide you through the process. FSF Cymru Help line number is: + 447905 861848
If your passport is lost or stolen the British Consulate in LA can issue an emergency travel
document that will get you home at a cost of approximately £100. Please contact the FSF
Cymru help line if you need assistance, we have direct contact with the consulate.
It can be very expensive paying for an emergency travel document and then having to
pay for a new passport back in the UK. On arrival in USA ensure your passport is always
safe and secure
Getting your emergency Using your emergency
travel document travel document
The embassy or consulate staff will check The emergency travel document will only be
that you’re eligible for an emergency travel valid for the journey that you specified when
document. If you’re not, they will tell you why. you applied and for a specific period of time.
Please contact FSF Cymru we will try to assist This will be shown on the document. Your
with this process. existing British passport will be cancelled in
most cases.
You may get the document on the day
you apply if your circumstances are Immigration authorities may keep your
straightforward. If your circumstances are emergency travel document when you arrive
more complex, it can take longer. You may at your destination.
need to change your travel plans.
You will need to get a replacement passport
when back in the UK if you intend doing
anymore travelling and pay the full costs, any
fees that you paid for an emergency travel
document will not be taken into account.
An emergency travel document allows you to leave the country you’re in and travel to your
destination via a maximum of 5 countries. The emergency travel document can also cover a return
journey if you’re resident in the country you’re applying from.
An emergency travel document doesn’t guarantee entry to every country. You may also need a
visa. Check with the embassy or consulate of the country or countries you’re intending to travel to
or through. You must present:
• 1 identical recent photograph of yourself -
make sure they meet the rules for passport photo or your application will be delayed
• details of your intended travel plans - where and when you intend to travel
(including countries you will travel through)
• a completed application form
• a police report if your passport has been lost or stolen
• You will have to pay a fee, equivalent to £100. Embassy or consulate staff will tell you how much
this is in local currency when you applyRose Bowl Stadium
Getting to the stadium can take some time The train from Santa Monica to Union
from the Santa Monica/Hollywood area and Station and then Union Station to
from wherever you travel from in LA make sure Pasadena will take roughly two hours.
you give yourselves plenty of time because
traffic will be heavy and it can take a long time The subway from Hollywood to union
getting in and out of the stadium car parks. station and then train from Union Station
to Pasadena will take roughly an hour
You can use public transport and the Gold line and 20 minutes.
Metro train serves Pasadena (see information
map) from the East of Los Angeles. Metro Union Station to Pasadena on the gold
link trains arrive into Union Station, where line takes approximately 40 minutes.
passengers must transfer to the Gold Line to
get to the Rose Bowl Stadium.
You can use UBER or LYFT which both
provide safe and comfortable alternatives to
the train. If you are in a hire car you can park at
the stadium but it will cost at least $40 a car.
Directions to the stadium
by car
From the West;
via 134 FREEWAY
(San Fernando valley)
EXIT Linda Vista/San Rafael
Public Transport
From the South;
via 110 FREEWAY (Down town Los Angeles) GOLD LINE LIGHT RAIL SERVICE TO THE
Take 110 N and verge onto 5 N, ROSE BOWL
then merge onto 2 N,
then 210 FREEWAY East Metro operates a light rail service to Pasadena
EXIT Lincoln Avenue/Washington Boulevard via the Metro Gold Line. If you would like to
take the Metro Gold Line to the game, exit the
From the North; train at Memorial Park Station in Pasadena.
via 210 FREEWAY (North San Fernando) Follow the signs for two blocks to the Rose
EXIT Lincoln Avenue/Washington Boulevard Bowl Shuttle pick-up location at Parsons. This
shuttle will take you directly to the Rose Bowl
From the East; Stadium. After the game, simply reverse your
via 210 FREEWAY WEST ( San Gabriel Valley) route. Trains very frequent
towards San Fernando
EXIT Seco/Mountain, Lincoln Avenue or For assistance planning your Metro trip call
Arroyo/Windsor (323) 466-3876 or visit www.metro.netThe Rose Bowl is a United States outdoor athletic stadium, located in Pasadena, California, Opened in October 1922, the stadium is recognized as a National Historic Landmark and a California Historic Civil Engineering landmark.[At a modern capacity of an all-seated configuration at 90,88, the Rose Bowl is the 17th-largest stadium in the world, the 11th-largest stadium in the United States. Though best known as an American football stadium, the Rose Bowl is also one of the most decorated soccer venues in the world. The stadium hosted the prestigious 1994 FIFA World Cup Final (an event watched by 700 million+ people worldwide), The United States men’s national soccer team has played 17 games in the Rose Bowl, In the past, it was also the home ground of two North American Soccer League clubs, the Los Angeles Wolves in 1968 and the Los Angeles Aztecs in 1978 and 1979. From 1996 through 2002, the stadium was the home ground of Major League Soccer club Los Angeles Galaxy who still host occasional matches there We have an allocation of approximately 900 tickets for Wales fans, located in block 28-H/1-L in the south west corner of the stadium. We are expecting well over 500 Welsh fans to be in the stadium. During the recent site visit to the Rose Bowl, FAW and FSF Cymru made a request for Red Wall members to be allowed to take flags in to the stadium. This request was denied by the stadium authorities, therefore sadly no flags will be permitted. The Rose Bowl Stadium has implemented a clear bag policy for all events at the Rose Bowl Stadium. We encourage fans to conform to the policy prior to arriving at the Rose Bowl Stadium. Otherwise large purses and bags must be returned to vehicle or checked in for a fee of $10 at one of the stadium’s item check-in tents.
There is the normal list of prohibited items but note umbrellas are on this list and its an uncovered arena. There are no in-and-out privileges at the Rose Bowl Stadium. Once you exit the stadium, you may not re-enter. Alcohol is sold in the stadium and you can drink it in the stands, Public intoxication and alcohol impaired behaviour or Fights and threatening behaviour against other fans will be addressed aggressively by law enforcement. You may have to go through security processes and ticket checks on entry so give yourselves plenty of time to access the stadium, you can enter through any gate. Do not keep all your valuables in one place (wallet) spread out your credit cards, passport, travel docs. cash etc. into different pockets, so if you are unfortunately robbed you will not lose everything. Photocopy/scan your passport and e mail it to a family member or friend…if you lose your passport that information will be very helpful to you when you seek a replacement or emergency passport. Keep a copy of your hotel details with you in case you get lost. Bag Policy Approved • 12” x 6” x 12” Clear plastic bag • Seat cushion with no metal frame • 1-gallon plastic freezer bag • Clutch with shoulder strap • Clutch with wrist strap • (Clutch may not be larger than 4.5” x 6.5”) Non-Approved • Backpack • Purse • Camera case • Binoculars case • Diaper bag • Fanny pack • Mesh bag • Printed pattern plastic bag • Clear backpack • Tinted plastic bag • Oversized tote bag
Pasadena
Pasadena is a great alternative to the seaside If you’re looking for the best variety of beer,
resorts and is right on the doorstep of the look no further than the Yard House located at
Rose Bowl stadium, there will be a match Pasadena near S Arroyo Parkway, they also
day shuttle service from Parsons engineering show sports here and their big screens. The
works to the stadium and back on match day, choices are numerous throughout the city but
you will find Parsons a couple of streets away you won’t go far wrong if you stick to the old
from the Memorial Park railway station in the Pasadena and Colorado Boulevard
city centre which is located at Holly Street and
Arroyo Parkway in Pasadena. Location-wise, Pasadena is in an extremely
advantageous spot. Situated near the
Downtown “Old Pasadena” offers restaurants, 210-freeway, it offers easy access to
pubs, and shops to serve the daytime Downtown Los Angeles (10 miles away),
shopping and lunching crowd. Later on Santa Monica (25 miles away), and is only a
there is plenty to do in the small city with hop, skip, and jump away from Eagle Rock,
Happy Hour drinks and dinner as well as the Atwater Village, and Silver Lake, all worth a
numerous nightclubs and bars. visit!Santa Monica / Venice Beach
Home of the iconic Los Angeles attractions through Santa Monica Place, an open-air
include Santa Monica and Venice Beach. shopping centre featuring Nordstrom, Tiffany
There you’ll find the culture, food, and & Co., and nearly 100 other shops
shopping unique to L.A., all with a waterfront
view. Many of the Welsh fans have opted to There are plenty of bars and restaurants here
base themselves in this seaside area of Los that will suit the Welsh fans and we visited
Angeles but be aware that you are 25 miles the Britannia and Kings Head pubs, which
away from the stadium and give yourselves were good but there was so much to do and
at least three hours to get there from these see here you will be spoilt for choice. The
resorts. Santa Monica Pier is the start and end Cheesecake Factory is well worth a visit when
of the famous Route 66 you fancy something to eat, it’s a very good
restaurant.
You could start your day with a walk down the
iconic Santa Monica Pier. This pier features If you want to immerse yourself into a unique
oceanfront dining, entertainment, and the subculture of L.A., check out Venice Beach,
Pacific Park amusement park. Hop on the its possible to walk here from Santa Monica in
Ferris wheel for a bird’s-eye view of the water about 30 minutes along the seafront. This spot
or just laze about on the vast beaches and is known for its quirky crowds and attractions.
enjoy a bit of swimming and sunbathing. If Stroll down the Venice Art Walk for a eclectic
you’re visiting during the late afternoon, check art experience, and stop by the Venice Skate
out the Santa Monica Pier Aquarium which is Park to watch the local skaters in action.
open on Tuesday through Friday from 2 p.m. Another must-see is Muscle Beach, a historical
to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from spot within the bodybuilding community. Stop
12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. by the outdoor weight room to watch some of
the athletes training.
When you’re ready to explore more, take a
short walk across the street to the Third Street For a different and interesting view of Venice,
Promenade, Santa Monica’s shopping and check out the Italy-inspired Venice Canals.
dining hub right by the beach. Browse through This residential area built along the canal is
three blocks of shops, grab a bite to eat, or perfect for an afternoon stroll. Start your walk
catch a movie. On the weekends, you can at the corner of Washington Boulevard and
find talented street performers entertaining Strong’s Drive, and make your way up the
the crowds. If you make it to the southern canal toward Venice Boulevard.
end of Third Street, you can also browseFinal Thoughts and to do list
Visa Waiver Programme Important to remember
Most passport holders can get an Electronic • You’ll need prior authorisation to enter
System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) the United States using a British passport,
through the Visa Waiver Programme, which either through a visa, a Permanent Resident
allows travel to the US for up to 90 days. Card, or the Visa Waiver Programme (ESTA).
The types of journey allowed under the VWP Restrictions apply depending on the type of
include tourism, certain types of business visit passport you hold, your nationality, criminal
and transit to another country. history, and countries you may have recently
visited. Visa and other entry conditions can
You’ll generally qualify to enter the USA using change at short notice. It’s your responsibility
the VWP if your British passport describes to know and understand the rules of entry
your nationality as a ‘British Citizen’, is an before you travel. Welsh fans can apply online
e-Passport with this internationally recognised for an ESTA costs about £10.
symbol on the front cover and you:
• Around 3.8 million British nationals visit the
• have received authorisation from the United States every year. Most visits are trouble
Electronic System for Travel Authorisation free. Take out comprehensive travel and
(ESTA) medical insurance before you travel.
• haven’t been arrested for certain crimes , • All 50 states and 5 U.S. territories are at
even if a criminal conviction didn’t result some risk for earthquakes. The risk is higher
in identified seismic zones including the San
• aren’t a dual national of Iran, Iraq, Sudan Andreas Fault in California. Earthquakes can
or Syria happen at any time of the year and occur
without warning, although they usually last
• haven’t travelled to Libya, Iran, Iraq, Somalia, less than one minute. Aftershocks following
Sudan, Syria or Yemen since March 2011 the initial earthquake may occur for hours,
days, or even months. Visit this web page for
• can show that you have enough funds comprehensive information:
available on arrival to support yourself during www.ready.gov/earthquakes
your stay, even if you’re staying with family
and friends • Driving is on the right-hand side of the road.
You should complete an online pre- • There are restrictions and prohibitions on
registration form on the Electronic System for the import of certain prescription drugs into
Travel Authorisation (ESTA) website before the US. The US Department of Homeland
you travel. The US Customs and Border Security website contains further information
Patrol recommends that you do this at least and advice on bringing medicines into the US.
72 hours before departure. Applying for and
securing an ESTA is a separate process to • ENJOY YOURSELVES!
providing your airline with advance passenger
information (details of your passport, country
of residence, address of your first night’s
accommodation in the US etc).FSF Cymru fanzine is produced by (FSF CYMRU), part of the Football Supporters’ Federation the national membership-based organisation for fans. We have tried to ensure the accuracy of all the information provided in this fanzine, but can accept no responsibility for any loss, injury or inconvenience suffered by any one relying on its contents. None of the financial support we have received to produce this guide impacts on what we put in it. Consequently, none of our supporters can be held in any way responsible for the contents of, nor the views expressed in this fanzine. Thanks to the FAW for letting use their images. Diolch!
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