Pack Your Bags - The Tournament Adventure Awaits!
Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of soccer, community, and fun in Panama City Beach, FL! According to TripAdvisor, Panama City Beach is one of the top three best beach destinations in the US. You don’t want to miss out! We’ve compiled multiple options for hotels, rental cars, and more for groups of all sizes – so you can plan confidently and focus on what matters most: the game, the memories, and the experience!
HOTELS Stay and Play with Umoja!
The official way to experience the tournament! The Umoja12 Tournament is not just about the love of the game; it’s about the love of our Deen. We believe that true strength comes from unity, and our official ‘Stay and Play’ program is designed to build the bonds of our global Ummah right here in the DMV area.
Why book with us?
We’ve partnered with two premier hotels to secure the best deals specifically for Umoja13 participants.
Our partner hotels are conveniently located, minimizing travel time and maximizing relaxation.
Your booking helps us provide the best possible event experience, from top-tier fields to outstanding amenities for players and fans.
To ensure we can continue to offer the best possible tournament experience and honor the field permit requirements, Umoja13 operates as a ‘Stay-and-Play’ event. We’ve negotiated favorable rates and team-specific benefits with our partner hotels, and we ask that all participants support our event by booking through this program. Teams and players who secure their own accommodations will incur an opt-out fee to participate in Umoja13..
NOTE: Please ensure you double check the dates for which you are booking. Please also ensure that you read the Deposit and Cancellation Policies before confirming your reservation, as some rates may require advance payment and/or may be non-cancellable/non-refundable.
Headquarter Hotel- Embassy Suites by Hilton
- 15 min drive / 7 miles from Publix Sports Park
- Buffet breakfast included
- Double queens room for $119 + $10 resort fee
- King room for $109 + $10 resort fee
- Book HERE - please double check the dates you’ll be staying!
Homewood Suites by Hilton - currently SOLD OUT!
- Walking distance to Publix Sports Park
- Buffet breakfast included
- Double queens room for $110
- King room for $110
FLIGHTS Get to the Action!
Local Airports
There are two main airports that serve Panama City Beach:
- Northwest Florida Beaches International Airport (ECP) located in Panama City, FL, a 15 min drive away. • Served by American, Delta, Southwest, and United.
- Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS) located in Destin, FL a 1.5 hr drive away. • Served by Alaska, Allegiant, American, Delta, Southwest, Sun
- Flight durations for both airports • 1 hr from Atlanta, GA (direct)
Country, and United.
• 1 hr from New Orleans, LA (direct)
• 2.5 hrs from NYC metro area + Philadelphia, PA (direct)
• 3-4 hrs from Buffalo, NY (w/layovers)
• 4.5 hrs from Toronto, Canada (w/layovers)
Other Airports to Consider + Drive
There are two main airports that serve Panama City Beach:
- Tallahassee International Airport (TLH) located in Tallahassee, FL, a 2 hr drive away.
- Pensacola Airport (PNS) located in Pensacola, FL, a 2.5 hr drive away.
- New Orleans Airport (MSY) located in New Orleans, LA, a 4.5 hr drive away.
- Jacksonville Airport (JAX), located in Jacksonville, FL, a 4.5 hr drive away.
- Atlanta Airport (ATL) located in Atlanta, GA, a 5 hr drive away.
- Orlando Airport (MCO), located in Orlando, FL, a 5.5 hr drive away.
Airline Discount Codes
United - Use code ZRJM622009 within the promotions and certificates box when booking.
Delta - Use code NY46J within the meeting code box when booking.
RENTAL CARS Get Around & Explore!
Time to experience Panama City Beach! Umoja has partnered with three companies to offer you the best rates during your tournament stay! See below for discount codes to use when booking.
NOTE: Please ensure you double check the pickup and drop off locations, as well as the dates for which you are booking.
AVIS
Use discount code
J157617
within the AWD# box when booking
BUDGET
Use offer code
S274070
within the BCD Code when booking.
HERTZ
Use offer code
2188961
within the CDP box when booking.
Plan Your Umoja12 Budget with Ease
We know travel planning can feel overwhelming, so we’ve compiled sample cost estimates to help you budget for your trip. Whether you’re traveling solo or with the whole family, these bundles give you a sense of what to expect when you combine airfare and hotel.
These numbers are estimates only—actual costs will vary based on when you book and where you’re flying from. These estimates are for roundtrip flights from Dec 19 - Dec 24.
- Solo Traveler: ~$700 flight + ~$500 hotel
- Family of 4: ~$2,800 flights + ~$1,000 hotel
- Solo Traveler: ~$500 flight + $500 hotel
- Family of 4: ~$2,000 flights + $1,000 hotel
- Solo Traveler: ~$300 flight + ~$500 hotel
- Family of 4: ~$1,200 flights + ~$500 hotel