AIR TRAVEL TO THE LA AREA
Getting to Irvine means flying into the Greater Los Angeles Area which is easy with a variety of international airports to choose from. Notably:
- LAX: There are daily direct flights to the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) from a wide range of cities in the UK, US, Europe, Asia, and the UAE.
- SNA: John Wayne Airport (SNA) is only 15 minutes from Irvine and provides good flight options for North American travelers.
- OTHER: Other airports are within 90 minutes, and include (from closest to furthest): LGB (Long Beach), BUR (Burbank), and ONT (LA/Ontario which features direct flights from Chinese Taipei).
VAN & CAR RENTALS
If you are looking for a van or car rental during your stay, please use the following codes for savings:
- State Van (12-15 passenger vans): WMUC2024
- National & Enterprise (Enterprise generally has the largest fleet of passenger vans): OSMBAQT
- Avis (AWD code): X903128
- Budget (BCD code): V155070
GROUND TRANSPORTATION
If you’re not renting a vehicle to get around WMUC, we suggest using a ride-sharing app. Lyft (Android | Apple) or Uber (Android | Apple) are the two with the most reliable service in Southern California.
On site parking: Parking is available onsite and is free in most lots.
Party Shuttle: Transportation to and from the official party will be provided from 1-2 central pickup zones near our partner hotels. For security reasons, no added pick-ups or drop-offs will be allowed by the shuttle drivers.
MEDICAL & TRAVEL INSURANCE
All event participants (athletes, coaches, and team support) are recommended to obtain travel insurance prior to booking, and health insurance before leaving their home country. The US healthcare system is based on individuals carrying personal insurance. WFDF and the WMUC 2024 LOC do not provide coverage for participants. There are always risks associated with playing and watching ultimate. Although WMUC 2024 will have medical staff on site to deal with first aid and assess critical injuries, there may be injuries in which players need medical attention that requires emergency visits to local urgent care facility or hospital.
COVID: CUA and WFDF constantly monitor COVID (case rates, variants, vaccine distribution, vaccine and testing protocols, large event best practices, etc) both in the USA and worldwide to make decisions ensuring participants’ safety is our #1 priority. The most helpful action everyone can take in the week or two leading up to the event is to wear a mask at airports and on planes, as well as at other large indoor events.