Sports Travel

22Sep By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Sports Travel

Dates confirmed for 2023 Surf City El Salvador ISA World Surfing Games 

The International Surfing Association (ISA) has confirmed that the 2023 Surf City El Salvador ISA World Surfing Games will be held in El Sunzal / La Bocana from 30 May to 7 June 2023.  The games will serve as the second event in the Olympic Qualification process, with four slots up for grabs for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games (to be held in Tahiti). In El Salvador, the four top ranked surfers by continent for each gender will qualify one place each by name. Fernando Aguerre, ISA president, said: “El Salvador continues to solidify itself as an essential part of the pathway to Olympic Surfing. We are grateful to President Bukele and Minister Valdez for their understanding of the ISA’s mission, but also for their strong commitment to surfing. We are happy to continue to expand and s...

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22Sep By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, London, Sports Travel

Cardinals to play Cubs in 2023 Major League Baseball London Series

Major League Baseball (MLB) will return to London in 2023 with St. Louis Cardinals and Chicago Cubs facing off for a two-game series in the UK’s capital city. Taking place at the baseball-configured London Stadium, the games will be held on 24 and 25 June.  In 2019 MLB held its first regular-season games in Europe with the Yankees playing the Red Sox at London Stadium. The Cardinals and Cubs were due to play in London in 2020, but the series was cancelled due to the Covid-19 pandemic.  The 2023 London Series is part of the MLB World Tour, which will also see regular-season and exhibition games played in Asia, Mexico, Latin America and Europe through to the 2026 season. When asked about the London Series, Cubs pitcher Marcus Stroman said: “Sick. Unreal. Honestly, London ...

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1Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

England, Events, London, Sports Travel, Stadiums & Venues

Watching the Lionesses win at Wembley: ‘the best atmosphere I’ve ever experienced’

In this blog post, Sports Tourism Media co-editor Mike Starling looks back on a glorious day out at Wembley Stadium for the Uefa Women’s Euro final between England and Germany... Just before she scored her winning goal, England hero Chloe Kelly looked towards us in the stands and urged the fans to roar the Lionesses on for the last minutes of the Uefa Women’s Euro final.  There was 110 minutes on the clock and seconds later Lauren Hemp swung in a corner which, after a goalmouth scramble, found Kelly who toe poked the ball home from close range. It may have been scrappy, but like Geoff Hurst’s hat-trick strike in 1966 and Gazza’s stunner against Scotland in 1996, Kelly’s Wembley goal is one that will go down in English football folklore. The forward’s now-iconic “taking-her-s...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Sports Business, Sports Travel

Sydney Marathon enters race to join Abbott World Marathon Majors 

Sydney is on track to join the most high-profile marathon cities in the world, with the Blackmores Sydney Marathon officially announced as a candidate for the Abbott World Marathon Majors series – the first marathon in Oceania to be nominated. To become a major, the Sydney Marathon will be required to meet “strict criteria over a three-year period”, said worldmarathonmajors.com. If successful, it will join an esteemed group of races – Tokyo Marathon, Boston Marathon, TCS London Marathon, BMW-Berlin Marathon, Bank of America Chicago Marathon, and TCS New York City Marathon – as a new member of the Abbott World Marathon Majors in 2025. Stuart Ayres, the New South Wales minister for tourism and sport, said the candidacy acknowledges the Sydney Marathon as a world-class event with one o...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts, Sports Travel

Expat Sport launches Dubai hotel experience for football fans during World Cup

Sports tourism agency Expat Sport has announced details of Dubai’s first hotel experience exclusively for football supporters. Taking place from 21 November to 18 December, to coincide with the 2022 Fifa World Cup in Qatar, the “Football Fans Dubai Experience” is for supporters wanting to base themselves in the United Arab Emirates during the tournament. The package includes daily flights to Qatar for guests attending the games, free shuttle buses to Dubai fan zones and a convenient, on-site sports bar to watch the matches. The Football Fans Dubai Experience will be hosted at NH Dubai The Palm, a premium hotel on the West Bay side of the Palm Jumeirah with breathtaking views of the Arabian Sea, Dubai Marina skyline and the Dubai Eye. The property has a rooftop infinity pool, spacious r...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Sports Business, Sports Travel

Chicago to host Nascar Cup Series street race in July 2023 

For the first time ever, the sights, sounds, and speed of Nascar are coming to downtown Chicago in July 2023. One of the world’s top sports cities, Chicago will add another chapter to its illustrious sports history when a Nascar Cup Series street race debuts against the backdrop of Lake Michigan and Grant Park.  The first-ever Nascar Cup Series street course race will take place on Sunday 2 July, and will be preceded by an IMSA-sanctioned series race, which will run on Saturday 1 July. The specific IMSA series joining the Nascar Cup Series in Chicago will be announced at a later date. Both races will be surrounded by music and entertainment options for all ages, truly making it one of the signature sporting and entertainment events of the year.   Lakeshore Drive, Michigan Avenue, Co...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Guides, Sports Travel

Val d’Isère summer sports guide: e-biking, walking, hiking and more

Sports fanatics looking for an active summer break need look no further than the striking alpine town of Val d’Isère in France. Typically thought of as a snow-capped winter destination, Val d’Isère transforms in the summer months to offer a whole range of sporting activities in the beautiful mountainous landscape, from exciting e-bike routes and trail running packages to forest adventure courses and lake-side yoga.  Summer’s hottest sport Noticing an ongoing demand for e-biking, Val d’Isère has committed to boosting its e-bike offering through developing new trails, bike sharing schemes, and hosting an E-Bike Festival from 29-31 July which will see long distance races, discovery rides, including a gourmet ride where food lovers can explore the area whilst trying fresh local produ...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Sports Business, Sports Travel

Free tickets released for golf’s DP World Tour Championship in Dubai 

As with previous years, general admission tickets will be free for golf fans eager to watch the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai. The DP World Tour’s season-ending Rolex Series event will be held from 17-20 November at Jumeirah Golf Estates.  The Earth course will once again welcome the top 50 players on the DP World Tour Rankings presented by Rolex. Some of the hottest names in the game are expected to make the trip to Dubai for the prestigious tournament, including the likes of former champions and major winners Matthew Fitzpatrick, Rory McIlroy, Collin Morikawa and Jon Rahm.  This year’s tournament will also boast a record US$10m prize fund, making the season finale the first DP World Tour event in history outside the Majors and WGCs to feature an eight-figure prize fund. A...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Horse riding holidays and new destinations to book in 2022 with Saddletravel.com

Saddle up and explore the great outdoors with a horse riding holiday. Saddletravel.com has a range of trips for 2022, including the world’s best beach riding in Mozambique (pictured, above), a stay on a ranch in Montana, USA, and riding the Volcanoes Trail in Ecuador. Here we take a look at the best destinations for a horse riding trip.  Solo travellers: Estancia Beach Trail, Uruguay What better way to switch off from the rest of the world than with a solo trip on the Estancia Beach Trail in Uruguay? Ride on deserted beaches, gallop alongside dolphins, whales and seals, or practise your cattle driving skills before an excellent evening of food and wine. This is a true undiscovered gem in the heart of Latin America. From £2,820; saddletravel.com/estancia-beach-trail New riders: A...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Event in focus: The Islands of Guernsey Autumn Walking Festival

Autumn in Guernsey provides the perfect backdrop for a walking retreat. With the deep red of its falling leaves and bronzed late light, is there a better time to go rambling? Here we take a look at The Islands of Guernsey Autumn Walking Festival 2022. About the event  Taking place from 17 September to 2 October, the Autumn Walking Festival will offer visitors a choice of more than 40 morning, afternoon, and evening guided walks to explore the stunning islands of Guernsey, Herm and Sark. Walkers can also learn from local experts about the islands’ history and attractions. Organised by the Bailiwick of Guernsey Guild of Accredited Guides, the walks range from rambles through the island’s interior scenic landscape to exploring the rugged coastal paths. The walks vary in difficulty a...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Sustainable sports travel: cycling trends and tours from Cycling for Softies

If you want your next sports-themed holiday to be sustainable, then a cycling tour could be a great option. Often overlooked, this type of holiday offers the opportunity to explore a destination while leaving no carbon footprint. In this expert guide, Harvey Downard, head of cycling at bike tour operator Cycling for Softies, shares some insight into this type of travel and suggests some breathtaking routes for anyone looking for an eco-friendly getaway. No-fly and no-drive: keep your carbon footprint to a minimum Using a bike instead of a car for short journeys reduces travel emissions by up to 75%, according to ourworldindata.org. So, as you explore by bike on your holiday, you’ll be able to cover much larger distances than by car to best immerse yourself in a destination and mi...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts, Sports Travel

Mouratoglou Tennis Center Costa Navarino: tennis holidays in Greece

Improve your serve and hone your on-court skills with a tennis-themed holiday in Costa Navarino. Located in the Greek region of Messinia, southwest Peloponnese, Costa Navarino is home to world-class sports facilities and luxury hotels.   Where to play tennis in Costa Navarino The region is the first European location for a Mouratoglou Tennis Center. Here you can play on state-of-the-art clay, hard and grass courts – offering the equivalent of grand slam court conditions.  The centre has 16 brand new tennis courts and benefits from year-round sunshine. Guests can enjoy a tennis-inspired holiday full of breathtaking views of the Ionian Sea, while receiving personalised coaching from the best in the world - with lessons and packages for children and adults.  Prices for tennis coa...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

England, Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Cycling breaks and routes in Lincoln and Lincolnshire

The city of Lincoln and county of Lincolnshire in England has recreated a diverse group of cycling packages for 2022. Here we take a look at the best trips and routes for a two-wheel adventure…  Historic Lincoln & Surrounding Area (155 miles) The Historic Lincoln & Surrounding Area cycle route provides a five-day suggested itinerary covering 248km to see the many different aspects of the beautiful city, treating you to some of the best sights and experiences. Based predominantly in Lincoln, you’ll be able to explore this ancient city in all its glory whilst also venturing further afield to take in the contrasting and captivating surrounding countryside. One of the days’ routes gets you out of the city – you’ll follow the River Witham to Doddington and continue on a picturesq...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Cycling holidays in Spain with Saddle Skedaddle

A look at Saddle Skedaddle’s cycling holidays to Spain in 2022 and 2023. Trips include a guided leisure cycling holiday along the Camino de Santiago; a Basque Country to Andalucia north to south guided road cycling holiday; and a Trans Andaluz guided mountain bike holiday. Camino de Santiago guided leisure cycling holiday Travelled by pilgrims for more than 1,000 years, Saddle Skedaddle’s guided cycling holiday along Spain’s historic Camino de Santiago follows in the footsteps of ancient travellers. After collecting the official pilgrim's passport to log the journey along the Camino, the cycling begins with a picturesque ride through vineyards and villages to the town of Villafranca del Bierzo. A challenging climb to the village of O’Cebriero is rewarded with stunning views and a 10...

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10Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

England, Guides, Sports Travel

Bath and Bristol: ‘experiential’ sport, culture and history

Images: Ramy James Salameh Sport travellers need only point their compass to the west of England to find a weekend full of sporting, cultural and historical experiences. Sports Tourism Media’s Ramy James Salameh did exactly that and found two destinations uniquely distinct, offering many wonderfully different qualities and characteristics. Located just a 90-minute train ride from London, and just 12 minutes apart, Bath and Bristol make the ideal twin-centre sports travel weekend away. The former is an Unesco world heritage city and as quintessentially English as is possible to get, (think Bridgerton, filmed in the city) with period Georgian architecture around every corner and surrounded by nature. Bath is world-famous for its thermal waters, which have been enjoyed since be...

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30Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Cycling in Lisbon: explore Portugal’s capital on two wheels

With more than 150km of cycle paths, a two-wheel adventure is a great way to discover Portugal’s capital city Lisbon. Visitors can take one of the many guided cycle tours or hire their own bikes, allowing them to explore at their own pace. Find out more about cycling in Lisbon... City sights The riverside route, which follows the Tagus from the futuristic Parque das Nações area, past trendy Cais do Sodré and the spectacular Praça do Comércio to Algés, takes in some of the city’s most historic neighbourhoods and best-known sites. En route, it passes through the atmospheric neighbourhood of Alfama and offers impressive views of Ponte 25 de Abril bridge. The recently regenerated Doca da Marinha area on the central riverfront of the Tagus also features a great open space for everyone...

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30Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Sports Travel

Sports event in focus: 2022 Aruba Open Beach Tennis Championships

The Dutch Caribbean island of Aruba, the birthplace of beach tennis, is expected to attract hundreds of professional and amateur players and spectators for the Aruba Open Beach Tennis Championships from 13-20 November 2022. With a prize purse of US$60,000, it is the world's premier beach tennis tournament and, with its associated parties and other social events, makes a much-anticipated return after previous pandemic cancellations. Beach tennis is similar to its bigger sister lawn version, with a smattering of volleyball and badminton thrown in. Players volley a pressureless tennis ball back and forth over the net without letting it hit the sand. It is the number one beach sport in Aruba and holidaymakers can easily make their debut with lessons with a local pro readily available. S...

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30Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts, Sports Travel

Ikos Resorts and Football Escapes extend partnership for 2022

Ikos Resorts's collaboration with Football Escapes will be available to guests at Ikos Olivia in Halkidiki, Greece and Ikos Andalusia in Spain in 2022. Five week-long programmes will be coached by former professional football players. Following a successful season at Ikos Andalusia in 2021, Football Escapes has confirmed world-class coaching sessions at Ikos Olivia from 1-5 August 2022 with Anton Ferdinand, and 22-26 August 2022 with Steve Sidwell and football freestyler Billy Wingrove. Those travelling to Ikos Andalusia this summer can look forward to two special summer courses; 25-29 July 2022 with Joe Cole and Bobby Zamora, and 15-19 August 2022 with Robbie Keane and Bobby Zamora. Open to boys and girls aged five to 15-years-old, each player will get two hours of daily coaching a...

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30Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Sports Travel

Usyk vs. Joshua rematch confirmed for 20 August in Saudi Arabia  

Oleksandr Usyk will defend his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO world heavyweight titles against Anthony Joshua in Saudi Arabia on Saturday 20 August 2022. Billed as the “Rage on the Red Sea”, the rematch will be held in the coastal city of Jeddah.  In their first clash at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London in September 2021, Ukrainian pound-for-pound star Usyk claimed the belts after winning by a unanimous decision against British fighter Joshua.  Prince Khalid bin Abdulaziz, chairman of Saudi Arabia’s sports and entertainment agency Skill Challenge Entertainment (SCEE), said it was a “proud moment” for the kingdom to be hosting the huge rematch. He added: “Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua are both brilliant champions with different stories, skills and styles and the whole world will wa...

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28Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts, Sports Travel

Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar to host tennis camp at Bürgenstock Resort

Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar has created a one-of-a-kind residential tennis camp, taking place at Bürgenstock Resort in Switzerland from 22-29 August. The striking resort is suspended dramatically on an Alpine ridge with panoramic views of Lake Lucerne. In a unique setting facing the Alpine valleys, lessons will be held at the resort's Diamond Domes, a masterpiece of modern architecture and home to Bürgenstock Resort’s three Davis Cup-standard hard tennis courts. Expert tennis coaches will deliver a program personally created by the 22-time grand slam champion. The program integrates work on physical fitness, technique, tactics and a winning mentality, to help develop a unique playing identity. Designed to motivate, educate and inspire, it is individually tailored to grow talent, ...

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