Courtney Jackson

Wishful Escapes, LLC

Gamecocks in Paris 2026

A valid US passport is required to travel to France.

Travel to Paris, France to see the South Carolina Women's Basketball team take on the University of Maryland in an unforgettable international matchup.

Please read all details below carefully before booking your reservation.  

Your vacation package will include:

  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG) on Delta Airlines or a partner airline (KLM)
  • Hotel Accommodations at Hilton Paris Opera or similar
  • Guided Half Day Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

 

 

Deposit & Payment Details

Deposit: $300 per person
Deposits are non refundable and non transferable

Final Balance Due: September 1, 2026

Pricing and availability are not guaranteed until a deposit is made. If the selected room category sells out, you will be placed in the next best available option and notified.

 

How to Make a Reservation

Video Instructions on Making a Reservation

First, please select the number of travelers that you will be paying a deposit for. As you are selecting your package, please ensure that you are selecting the correct:

  • Room Category
  • Number of people in a room (that you will be submitting a deposit for)
 
If two guests are sharing a room and prefer separate invoices, each person must submit an individual reservation form. The name of their roommate should be noted on the form. Reservations will not be processed until all guests in a room have submitted their forms.
 
Single Occupancy - One Person in Room
Double Occupancy - Two persons in a Room
Triple Occupancy - Three persons in a Room
Quad Occupancy - Four persons in a Room
 

Because airfare can fluctuate frequently, pricing and availability may change even before the listed deadline. If there are any adjustments in pricing, your travel agent will inform you.

 

Change & Cancellation Policy

All deposits are NON-REFUNDABLE AND NON-TRANSFERRABLE. Additional payments are refundable until the final payment deadline and are subject to $100 per person cancellation fee. After September 1, 2026, all payments are NON-REFUNDABLE.

 

If one guest cancels in a shared room, the remaining guests total will adjusted to the new occupancy rates. As a courtesy if your travel plans change, please notify your travel agent and roommates as soon as possible. 

 

Payments

A suggested monthly payment schedule will be provided on your invoice. While these installment payments are optional, they are recommended to help manage your balance. You may also make larger payments at any time. A $100 late payment fee will apply to payments made after the final balance deadline.

 

Travel Documentation

A valid US passport is required to travel to France. Your passport must be valid through May 2026.

 
 

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance coverage will provide reimbursement in the unfortunate instance of a medical emergency, trip delays, and lost or delayed baggage and some form of reimbursement in the event you will need to cancel your trip.  Please note in most cases insurance must be purchased within 14 days of deposit date. 

Protect your travel investment:  Allianz Travel Insurance

 

Airline Loyalty 

If you are a member of the loyalty program of the airline used, please provide your member number on the form under "Airline Loyalty Number". You may be eligible for bonus miles and other promotions.

 

City Tax

A city tax of 5-16 Euros per person per night is not included and is paid directly to the hotel. The city tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

 

Proposed Itinerary

October 30 - Depart US

October 31 - Arrive in Paris - Free Day

November 1 - Half Day City Tour 

November 2 - Game Day

November 3 - Return to US or Free Day to Explore Paris, Visit Disneyland Paris, Take Train to London (Hotel is across from train station)

November 4 - Return to US

 

Optional Excursions will be presented at a later date.

 

Game Information

It is the traveler's responsibility to obtain tickets to the basketball game and other related events. Transportation to the game venue is included.

 

Flight Schedule

Travelers booked with Wishful Escapes may be placed on different flights. Passengers will be booked on the best available itinerary at time of booking. Itineraries will be limited to no more than one layover.  If you prefer to travel with specific companions, please inform your travel agent in advance.

 

Bedding

Rooms with two beds will include two twin beds, which is standard for hotels in Europe.

Paris City Tour

The City Tour is included for guests booked with Wishful Escapes only. Participation is optional, but no refunds will be given for non-attendance.

 

Reservation Deviations

Please email the travel agent if you have any reservation deviations, such as

  1. Different Departure Airport
  2. Different Travel Dates
  3. Room Category Request

 

 

You will need a valid credit card to debit card to check-in to cover any incidental charges.

 

Wishful Escapes is not affiliated with the University of South Carolina, the Athletics department, or the management team for the game.
 
Wishful Escapes is not liable for any changes to the athletic event.

 

 Travel Advisor: Courtney Jackson

(803)671-0004

travel@wishfulescapes.com

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

 

 

 
 

Available Packages

October 30 - November 3 (3 Nights) Travel Package - Columbia Departure - Single Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$2,975.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 3 (3 Nights) Travel Package - Charlotte Departure - Single Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$2,775.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 3 (3 Nights) Travel Package - Charleston Departure - Single Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$2,925.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 3 (3 Nights) Travel Package - Columbia Departure - Double Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$2,300.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 3 (3 Nights) Travel Package - Charlotte Departure - Double Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$2,100.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 3 (3 Nights) Travel Package - Charleston Departure - Double Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$2,250.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 4 (4 Nights) Travel Package - Columbia Departure - Single Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$3,675.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 4 (4 Nights) Travel Package - Charlotte Departure - Single Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$3,375.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 4 (4 Nights) Travel Package - Charleston Departure - Single Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$3,550.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 4 (4 Nights) Travel Package - Columbia Departure - Double Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$2,650.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 4 (4 Nights) Travel Package - Charlotte Departure - Double Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$2,400.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation
 

October 30 - November 4 (4 Nights) Travel Package - Charleston Departure - Double Occupancy
Available until January 31, 2026

$2,600.00
Deposit: $300.00 per person

Gamecocks in Paris
  • Roundtrip airfare to Paris, France (CDG)
  • Hotel Accommodations
  • Paris City Tour
  • Roundtrip Airport Transportation
  • Roundtrip Game Transportation