Lithuania

Lithuania lies on the eastern shore of the Baltic Sea in northeastern Europe. Once the largest country in Europe, Lithuania ruled a powerful empire controlling eastern Europe in the 14th–16th centuries. Joining Poland for 200 years, it formed the Polish-Lithuanian Confederation for the next two centuries. But it lost its independence in 1795 with a series of occupations by Russia, Germany during World War II and eventually the USSR in 1944.  But in 1990 became the first country to declare independence from the USSR gaining membership in the European Union and NATO in 2004. Proud of its freedom from tyranny, Lithuania now celebrates two Independence Days each year.

Lithuania’s capital is Vilnius,  a vibrant and inviting city whose gothic and baroque architecture styles makes it one of the most beautiful cities in Europe.  Its medieval Old Town is even on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Then there’s its vivacious nightlife full of lively pubs and elegant restaurants. Known for its numerous castles, Lithuania was also the last country in Europe to convert to Christianity and is 75% catholic these days. The only major European city where you can fly over in a hot air balloon, Lithuania awaits!

Sound interesting? Then here's your chance! Plans have been finalized for our baseball road trip to Lithuania, so now is the time to gear up if you plan to join us. Offering extensive sightseeing and baseball camaraderie, we are now signing up players for this exciting trip, so don't miss out.

   Interested in joining us? Well the requirements are simple.  First, the ability and desire to play baseball in a unique international setting.  Second, an interest in international goodwill and sportsmanship (e.g. if you swing the bat at the ump after a called strike three, please try fantasy baseball).  Third, an adventurous spirit willing to venture forth into the historic and picturesque Vilnius.

What’s involved in this once in a lifetime opportunity? First, you will depart America on August 8th and arrive in Vilnius the next day where you'll transfer by cab to our hotel. After a night of rest, we will begin our baseball exploits playing four games in Lithuania against local baseball teams.

By now you are probably asking yourself how you could be so lucky to have the opportunity of a lifetime and play baseball in Lithuania? Well, it’s time to come back to earth as every dream has its price, but this one’s reasonable. The cost for each player in a double room is $2495 and the cost for a tourist in a double room is $2395.  Single rooms are $2795 for a player and $2695 for a tourist.   Final payment is due May 31st after which time no refunds will be given.

What's included in this price? A whole lot on this trip including:

• Hotels with breakfast,

• All baseball games, umpires and fields including transportation to and from the field,

• Paneriai Memorial Park,

• Trakai Castle,

• Medieval Old Town,

• Vilnius Cathedral,

• St. Anne's Church,

• Gedimina Castle Tour,

• Anyksciai,

• Užupis Republic

• Kaunas,

• Palace of Grand Dukes,

• Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights Gate of Dawn,

• Church of St Peter and St Paul, and The Hill of Threes Crosses.

What isn’t included in this wonderful invitation? First, you are free to choose your own airline to travel roundtrip to Lithuania as no international airfare is included in the above prices. Please don’t purchase plane tickets until you are notified that the team is full so that it’s safe to buy plane tickets. Second, you must get your own passport if you do not already have one or if yours has expired. Note that your passport must be valid for 6 months after our trip and have at least two blank pages. Third, each player must bring 6 new leather game baseballs and 1 used practice ball. Finally, each player will be responsible for bringing their own Foreign Devils uniform, gray uniform pants, metal or wooden bat, batting helmet, and glove. If you don't own a Foreign Devils uniform (a jersey and cap), they are available for purchase thru the website. Finally, American citizens must obey any Covid requirements (if any). Now is the time to sign up if you don't wish to be left out!
Please note that travel insurance is not included in our trip, but it is recommended that you consider purchasing travel insurance in case you have a last minute medical or personal problem arise as there are no refunds. Most will cover international travel insurance, emergency medical care, medical evacuation and repatriation, trip cancellation/interruption, baggage/personal item loss and delay, and 24/7 worldwide assistance. Travel insurance companies used by our players in the past include Insure My Trip, Medex Protects, Quote Wright, and Square Mouth. If you decide to purchase travel insurance rather than self-insure, please make sure it covers international travel as not all will.

Our Tentative Schedule

August 8th Thursday – Leave the USA on the airline of your choosing.

August 9th Friday - Arrive and check into the Artis Centrum Hotel.

August 10th Saturday  - - Sightseeing in Paneriai Memorial Park and a visit to the Trakai Island Castle.

August 11th Sunday  - Game #1 and #2 in an exciting doubleheader to kick things off!

August 12th Monday – Sightseeing tour of Vilnius

 August 13th Tuesday – Visit to Kaunas and the medieval fortress Kaunas Castle with a stroll thru Old Town.

August 14th Wednesday – Game #3 and #4 in our second doubleheader.

August 15th Thursday – Sightseeing tour to the The Hill of Crosses and Partisans Park of the Great Battle district.

August 16th Friday – A visit to the ski resort town of Anykščiai and the Roman Catholic Church of St. Matthias, the tallest church in Lithuania. Evening farewell dinner!

August 17th Saturday – Leave for the USA as international baseball stars!