What benefits does an athlete receive if he/she is a member of Team USA?
Travel: USAT provides travel packages specifically for world championships, which usually include: airport/hotel transfers, bicycle transportation at destination, lodging and other benefits. Most U.S. athletes travel as part of the prepared package and with other U.S. athletes. All costs are borne by the athlete. Land package costs usually run between $100-$200 per person per day (foreign hotels can be very expensive). Athletes are free to book housing separate from the package but do so at the expense of lost team camaraderie. Insurance: The USOC provides coverage under the foreign assistance program. TravMed is an insurance plan designed for short-term travel and can be utilized by either U.S. athletes traveling outside the country or incoming foreign athletes or teams. The cost of this benefit under the USOC’s blanket program is $3 per person per day. This program includes a $100,000 expense benefit. This may be important for travelers whose personal medical coverage is restricted t
