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Saddle Skedaddle launch new UK, Europe and international cycling holidays
26Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Saddle Skedaddle launch new UK, Europe and international cycling holidays

Independent cycling holiday and tour specialist Saddle Skedaddle has expanded its UK offering, and created new trips in Europe and in international destinations such as Chile and Morocco. Guided road cycling holiday in Wales  Carmarthenshire and the Brecon BeaconsIn response to the huge demand for new UK cycling holidays, Saddle Skedaddle launched its eight-day guided road cycling holiday in Carmarthenshire and the Brecon Beacons in 2021. Beginning in the heart of the Brecon Beacons National Park, the first day’s riding is characterised by a succession of climbs and descents across the wild and open landscape of the Brecon hills. The ride to the Rhondda Valley introduces more significant climbs, the biggest being Rhigos Mountain, which features broad, sweeping hairpins. A...
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The Bahamas: best activities, experiences and things to do
25Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Guides, Sports Travel

The Bahamas: best activities, experiences and things to do

The Islands of The Bahamas have something to offer every traveller. Here we look at some of the best activities and experiences to enjoy.  Best for diving: Andros Island The Bahamas offers world-class diving with countless blue holes, thriving coral reefs and numerous shipwrecks, with visibility of up to 200ft and warm waters for most of the year. Andros’s particular geography means that it offers breathtaking dive sites with shallow coral gardens and the spectacular Andros Barrier Reef trail off the island’s east coast. Home to more than 160 species of fish and coral and at 190 miles long, it’s the third largest barrier reef in the world. Andros Diving offers a two-tank boat dive from £119 per person. See androsdiving.com Best for fishing: Berry Islands The Berry Islands are ...
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Cayman Islands partner with British Canoeing to promote paddlesports
24Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Sports Business, Sports Travel

Cayman Islands partner with British Canoeing to promote paddlesports

Visit Cayman Islands has announced a new partnership with British Canoeing, the governing body for paddlesports in the UK. The purpose of the partnership is to inspire people to pursue paddling for “health, enjoyment, friendship and achievement while creating and promoting opportunities for exploration, adventure and challenge”, a statement said.  It will raise awareness of the benefits of paddlesports, both in the UK and the Cayman Islands, while encouraging enthusiasts to consider the British Overseas Territory for their next paddlesports adventure.  Known for its pristine turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea, the Cayman Islands is an ideal destination for all paddlesports, especially kayaking and paddleboarding. Average year-round temperatures of 28°C make it the perfect place t...
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2022 Chestertons Polo in the Park event guide
21Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events, Guides, London, Sports Travel

2022 Chestertons Polo in the Park event guide

Chestertons Polo in the Park, one of London’s most popular summer sporting events, returns to Fulham’s Hurlingham Park in June 2022.  A firm fixture in the social calendar, the three-day polo event is not just about the world-class sport, but also the fashion, food, fun and family. International Friday, Ladies Day and Finals Day feature on the 10-12 June schedule.  Friday 10 June: International FridayAn action-packed day to kick-start the tournament, including the Frasers England Polo Team taking to the hallowed turf of Hurlingham Park for an international match. The day will kick off at 12pm and host four highly-contested matches from 2.30pm onwards.  Saturday 11 June: Ladies’ Day  Come and raise a glass to summer on Ladies Day – a great excuse to dress up and enjoy a day o...
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2022 PDC Cazoo Premier League Darts: event calendar, venues and tickets
21Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events, Guides, Sports Travel

2022 PDC Cazoo Premier League Darts: event calendar, venues and tickets

The Professional Darts Corporation (PDC) has released the schedule for the 2022 Cazoo Premier League Darts season. There will be 16 nights of darts in the UK, Ireland, Germany and the Netherlands followed by the play-offs in Newcastle. Tickets for the 2022 Premier League Darts nights are now on general sale - see the links below. Related articles- Darts events in 2022 - 2022 sports events tickets Subscribe to our monthly newsletter 2022 Premier League Darts calendar Night One - Cardiff- When: Thursday 3 February 2022- Where: Motorpoint Arena, Cardiff, Wales- Tickets: Ticketmaster.co.uk Night Two - Liverpool - When: Thursday 10 February  - Where: M&S Bank Arena - Tickets: mandsbankarena.com Night Three - Belfast - When: Thursday 17 February - Where: SSE Arena - T...
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France 2022 sports events: Le Tour, French Open, Le Mans and more
21Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events, Guides, Sports Travel

France 2022 sports events: Le Tour, French Open, Le Mans and more

Here we look at the calendar of major sporting events taking place in France in 2022. The schedule includes events such as cycling’s Tour de France, the French Open tennis grand slam and the 24 Hours of Le Mans. It’s set to be a busy few years ahead for French sport with the country hosting the men’s Rugby World Cup in 2023 and the capital city Paris hosting the summer Olympics and Paralympics in 2024.   2022 at a glance  18 December 2021-27 March 2022: Ski train returns to connect London with the Alps2022: 50th anniversary of ski resort Isola 20006 February-19 March: Six Nations rugby 14-20 March: FIS Alpine Ski World Cup Finals, Courchevel and Méribel16 May-5 June: French Open tennis grand slam27-28 May: European Rugby Challenge Cup and Heineken Champions Cup fin...
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Premier League and EFL confirm 2022-2023 schedule to accommodate World Cup
15Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events, Sports Business

Premier League and EFL confirm 2022-2023 schedule to accommodate World Cup

The English Premier League (EPL) has announced the dates for its 2022-2023 season to accommodate the Fifa World Cup in Qatar which takes place in the middle of the domestic calendar. According to a news release, the EPL confirmed that the 2022-2023 season will start on 6 August 2022 and the final round of matches will be played on 28 May 2023, when all games will kick off simultaneously as usual. With the World Cup being held for the first time in the northern hemisphere’s winter months this means domestic leagues will take a break while the tournament is on.  Match round 16 of the EPL (12-13 November) will be the last set of fixtures played ahead of the call-up period for the tournament beginning on Monday 14 November. The EPL will then resume on Boxing Day (26 December) fo...
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Christmas gift guide: 12 sports travel books
15Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Sports Travel

Christmas gift guide: 12 sports travel books

Epic Surf Breaks of the World by Lonely Planet Explore the world’s most thrilling waves with Epic Surf Breaks of the World. From Namibia’s wind-swept Skeleton Bay to Java’s G-Land, discover the best place to “hang ten”, whatever your surfing ability. Accompanied by a series of stunning photographs, maps and beautiful illustrations as well as first-person stories from surf writers all across the globe, including Pulitzer Prize winner William Finnegan, this is the quintessential guide for surfers looking for their next epic break. £17.99; amazon.co.uk Europe United: 1 football fan. 1 crazy season. 55 UEFA nations  by Matt Walker In June 2017, Matt said farewell to his job, surrendered his Fulham FC season ticket and set off for Georgia, the first stop on his mission. H...
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One Water Race: a ‘new era’ in endurance racing and climate activation
14Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events, Sports Business

One Water Race: a ‘new era’ in endurance racing and climate activation

Dates for the inaugural edition of the One Water Race, a concept that aims to establish the world's toughest endurance event, have been confirmed.  Taking place from 23-25 August 2022 in the Stockholm archipelago in Sweden, the event is described as "a new era within endurance racing and climate activation". It will see participants take on one of sport’s toughest challenges: a 250km race, the distance of six marathons, by running (200km) and swimming (50km).  The concept is straightforward; 30,000 islands, 250km. Starting at Arholma in the north of Sweden, the first to reach Landsort in the south is crowned the winner. Running and swimming are the only methods of movement. No track and free choice of route but with some mandatory unknown check points needed to pass along the way. N...
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Golf: European Tour rebranded as the DP World Tour from 2022
14Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Golf: European Tour rebranded as the DP World Tour from 2022

DP World will become the new title sponsor of the European Tour group’s main men's golf tour from the start of the 2022 season. The new look tour will see total prize money break through the $200m mark for the first time, with a new minimum prize fund of $2m for all tournaments solely sanctioned by the DP World Tour.  In 2022, the tour will feature a minimum of 47 tournaments in 27 different countries, including new events in the UAE, Japan, South Africa and Belgium. The expanded Rolex Series will feature five events: the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship, the Slync.io Dubai Desert Classic, the Genesis Scottish Open, the BMW PGA Championship and the season-ending DP World Tour Championship. Keith Pelley, chief executive of the European Tour group, said: “The launch of the DP World Tour...
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Destination Sport Experiences to offer cycling tours and hospitality at the 2022 Giro d’Italia
12Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events, Sports Business, Sports Travel

Destination Sport Experiences to offer cycling tours and hospitality at the 2022 Giro d’Italia

Recently-launched sports travel company Destination Sport Experiences has secured a partnership with RCS Sport to become an official premium tour operator for the 2022 Giro d’Italia cycling grand tour and associated events. The Giro d’Italia is an annual multi-stage cycle race primarily held in Italy, while also starting in, or passing through, other countries along the way. In 2022, Giro d’Italia will begin in Budapest on 6 May and see more than 150 cyclists take on this legendary race over the period of three weeks. As part of the long-term agreement, Destination Sport Experiences will offer unforgettable tours and hospitality experiences, together with the opportunity to ride on the roads of the events at Giro d’Italia, Strade Bianche, Milan San Remo, Il Lombardia and more. ...
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Christmas gifts for football fans: classic shirts, stadium tours and more
11Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Sports Travel

Christmas gifts for football fans: classic shirts, stadium tours and more

Give a great Christmas present to the footy fan in your life. From shirts to stadium tours, we have picked out some fantastic Christmas gifts for football fans.  See our other gift guides... Christmas gifts for sports fansChristmas gifts for golf fansChristmas gift guide: sports travel books Football stadium tours  Do you know someone with a passion for sport who has always dreamed about experiencing some of the most famous sporting stadiums in the world? Then treat the sports fan in your life to a stadium tour of a famous sporting venue. Stadium tour options include: Wembley, Old Trafford, Anfield, Stamford Bridge, Emirates Stadium, St James’ Park, Etihad Stadium and the London Stadium. From £10; redletterdays.co.uk Retro and classic football shirts ...
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Christmas gifts for golf fans and golfers: clubs, balls, accessories, experiences
11Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Sports Travel

Christmas gifts for golf fans and golfers: clubs, balls, accessories, experiences

Looking to buy a Christmas gift for the golf fan in your life? We’ve picked out some golfing products which will make a great Christmas present or stocking filler.    See our other gift guides... Christmas gifts for football fansChristmas gifts for sports fansChristmas gift guide: sports travel books crewEmbroidery Personalised Golf Gift Box Set  Each personalised golf gift set comes in a beautifully packaged premium gift box and includes a luxury custom embroidered tri-fold golf towel that’s the perfect thoughtful gift for golf lovers on any special occasion. Simply choose your colour and add their name or initials. £24.99; amazon.co.uk Volvik X Marvel Gift Set Golf Balls Treat yourself or your loved ones to a Marvel Golf Ball Gift Set! Choos...
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Christmas gifts for sports fans: travel, experiences and days out
11Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Sports Travel

Christmas gifts for sports fans: travel, experiences and days out

If you’re stuck for Christmas gift ideas for sports fans, then read on. Sport and travel experiences, days out and vouchers make an ideal present. See our other gift guides... Christmas gifts for football fansChristmas gifts for golf fansChristmas gift guide: sports travel books Sporting days out from Buyagift  Buyagift offers a variety of exciting packages to entice both your love for sports and travel. Gifts and experiences Including hotel and spa breaks, indoor skydiving, stadium tours, driving and overnight getaways; buyagift.co.uk Experience boxes Inside each Buyagift experience box, you’ll find a glossy brochure full of experiences perfect for a Christmas gift; buyagift.co.uk Gift vouchers Never give someone a bad gift again with a gift voucher fr...
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Man City and DreamSetGo announce regional partnership for India
10Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Sports Business, Sports Travel

Man City and DreamSetGo announce regional partnership for India

Manchester City has announced a new regional partnership with India-based sports travel and experiences platform DreamSetGo. The partnership will see DreamSetGo become City’s official football hospitality experiences partner in India.  Founded in 2019 by Monish Shah, DreamSetGo curates premium, end-to-end, authentic sports travel packages across football, cricket, tennis, motorsport, golf among other sports. DreamSetGo is a part of Dream Sports, India’s leading sports technology company. Building on City’s growing presence within the region, the partnership will utilise DreamSetGo’s expertise and knowledge to exclusively provide fans in India with bespoke, tailored travel and matchday hospitality experiences at the Etihad Stadium from the new year. The partnership will also pro...
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Dubai to host 111 sports events in November
2Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events, Guides, Sports Travel

Dubai to host 111 sports events in November

Dubai is going sports crazy in the month of November with 111 events taking place in the emirate. Of the events on the schedule, 20 are at international level and four are world championships: the 25th Karate World Championships, IBF Bowling World Championships, FIDE World Chess Championship, and cricket’s ICC Men’s Twenty20 World Cup. This month will also see the highest ranked golfers on the European Tour’s Race to Dubai contest the final tournament of the season, the $9m DP World Tour Championship at Jumeirah Golf Estates from 18-21 November, while the top eight teams from the world of beach soccer will battle on the sands of Kite Beach in the 10th Tecnotree Intercontinental Beach Soccer Cup Dubai. There is a new addition to Dubai’s cycling calendar - the Giro d’Italia Criterium ...
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2021 major UK and global sports events: month-by-month calendar
1Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events, Guides, Sports Travel

2021 major UK and global sports events: month-by-month calendar

We will continue to update the 2021 sports events calendar as and when events are announced. All events and dates are subject to change due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Any times stated below are British Summer Time (BST) or Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). See the full sports events calendar list Related articles Sports business events and conferencesWorld's best marathons in 2021 and 2022International rugby union calendar: tournaments and fixturesHorse racing: biggest UK and global races, events and festivalsDarts events: Premier League, World Matchplay and more November 2021 sports events Cricket: 2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup - When: 17 October to 14 November- Where: UAE and Oman Snooker: English Open- When: 1-7 November 2021- Where: Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes&nbs...
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2022 Dubai World Cup Carnival guide: Super Saturday and World Cup dates confirmed
1Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events, Guides, Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

2022 Dubai World Cup Carnival guide: Super Saturday and World Cup dates confirmed

Dates for the 2022 Dubai World Cup Carnival, Super Saturday and Dubai World Cup night have been confirmed.  Dubai Racing Club has announced an enhanced racing calendar for the 2021-2022 season, which will now include a four-race “Jumeirah Series” on turf launched for the Classic generation, plus an exciting new race for Super Saturday, the WAM Emirates News Agency reported.  The Carnival, which begins at Meydan Racecourse on 13 January, will have several new races for 2022. The Super Saturday card, sponsored by Emirates Airline, is scheduled for 5 March 2022 and will welcome the addition of a new race - the $300,000 Ras Al Khor over 1,400m on turf. Prize money for Dubai World Cup night, which boasts six Group 1 races and three Group 2s, has been increased to $30.5m. Due...
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Inaugural F1 Miami Grand Prix to be held in May 2022
1Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events, Sports Travel

Inaugural F1 Miami Grand Prix to be held in May 2022

The first ever edition of the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix will take place from 6-8 May 2022, F1 officials have confirmed. It will be held at the Hard Rock Stadium complex in Miami Gardens and the new circuit layout will be 5.41km in length, have 19 corners, three straights and an estimated top speed of 320km/h.  The multi-purpose Hard Rock Stadium, which is home to the Miami Dolphins NFL franchise, has previously hosted six Super Bowls, two Baseball World Series and numerous rock concerts. Stefano Domenicali, president and CEO of Formula 1, said: “The USA is a key growth market for us, and we are greatly encouraged by our growing reach in the US which will be further supported by this exciting second race. We will be working closely with the team from Hard Rock Stadium and the FIA to...
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Active holidays in Spain’s Murcia region: golf, cycling, hiking and more
31Oct By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Guides, Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Active holidays in Spain’s Murcia region: golf, cycling, hiking and more

Visitors to the region of Murcia in Spain can enjoy a range of active and sporting holidays. Activities of offer include golf, horse riding, cycling, hiking and diving. Golf at La Manga Club Located in a charming corner of Spain's Murcia region, La Manga Club is one of Europe's premier sport and leisure destinations, especially for golf. Home to three 18-hole courses, La Manga Club's meticulously landscaped terrain ensures golfers holidaying abroad the finest facilities. Carefully designed by famed architects Arnold Palmer, Robert Putman and Dave Thomas, each golf course features elements set to elevate and challenge players. The North Course, South Course and West Course are all apt for players of different levels from mid to high handicappers. The resort is blessed with year-round...
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