The 5 Biggest Mistakes Teams Make When Planning Their Footy Trip
Organising a Footy Trip or Netball Trip should be easy, but for a lot of teams it turns into a headache. Between flights, accommodation, and trying to keep everyone on the same page, things can fall apart quickly. After planning thousands of Footy and Netball Trips across Australia, we’ve seen the same mistakes made time and time again. Here are the big ones — and how to avoid them.
1. Leaving Deposits Too Late
The biggest mistake teams make is waiting too long to pay their deposits. Every year we see groups miss out on their preferred destination, cheap flights, or accommodation because they didn’t secure their spots early enough. Paying your deposit guarantees your place and locks in the best prices. With demand higher than ever for Footy and Netball Trips, early bookings are the key to getting the best options.
2. Trying to Plan It All Themselves
Some organisers think it will be cheaper or easier to handle everything on their own. It never is. Between chasing payments, booking venues, and managing logistics, it quickly becomes a nightmare. Mad Monday handles everything, from flights and accommodation to Activities, Reserved Seating, and exclusive Mad Monday Events. All you need to do is get your team together and enjoy the weekend.
3. Choosing the Wrong Destination for the Group
Every city has its own vibe, and picking the right one can make or break your trip. Cairns is perfect for a tropical escape, the Gold Coast is all about non-stop nightlife, Brisbane offers endless venues and Mad Monday Events, while Adelaide has become the go-to spot for Netball Trips. We help every team choose the destination that suits their style and budget.
4. Forgetting the Extras
The best trips always have something extra. Whether it’s a Party Bus, Pub Crawl, Drinks Package, or Party Boat, these inclusions take your Footy or Netball Trip to the next level. Too many organisers focus only on where they’re staying, but it’s the experiences that make the weekend unforgettable.
5. Missing Out on Mad Monday Events
The highlight of every trip is the exclusive Mad Monday Events. These are the moments teams talk about for years, live DJs, drink specials, and hundreds of players from across Australia all celebrating together. The mistake? Not booking in time to get access. Every season, these events sell out early, so securing your spot is essential.
Wrap-Up
Whether you’re organising a Footy Trip or a Netball Trip, the secret is simple — plan early and book through the experts. Mad Monday takes care of everything, from start to finish, so your team can focus on celebrating the season in style.
Ready to start planning? Get in touch today and lock in your Mad Monday Trip.