Holidays & Trips

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 ro...

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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: An...

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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 an...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel, Trends

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 min...

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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 coac...

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30Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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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 picturesqu...

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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 10k...

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30Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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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

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 an...

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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, b...

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31May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Guides, Holidays & Trips

Manchester: a sports travel city guide

Social history, industry, manufacturing and music put Manchester on the global map. But in recent years the English city’s two Premier League football teams – champions Manchester City and rivals Manchester United – have become a major attraction for international visitors.  Thanks to the success of its clubs, facilities and events such as the 2002 Commonwealth Games, Manchester is also now regarded as one of the world’s top sports cities. We spent a few days in England’s north west to discover the sporting attractions that Manchester has to offer.  Old Trafford is the home of Manchester United (Image: Marketing Manchester) Sports teams in Greater Manchester  As well as the world-famous Premier League rivals, the city of Manchester and the Greater Manchester regi...

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31May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Venues & Stadiums

Review: National Football Museum in Manchester

One of the UK’s most popular sporting attractions is the National Football Museum in Manchester, England. This is definitely one turnstile worth passing through, for both lovers of the beautiful game and those who just love sport.  Located in Manchester’s city centre, within the modernist “Urbis” building, visitors will find four floors of permanent and temporary exhibitions, dedicated to the birthplace of the modern game. Sports Tourism Media were lucky to have a tour of one of the world's best sports museums, here’s what co-editor Ramy James Salameh had to say… What can you see at the National Football Museum? The museum showcases 2,500 items of memorabilia taking the visitor from the earliest origins of the game through to the present day. It also strives to reflect t...

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5May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Sports holidays: VIP F1 grand prix hospitality with Ultimate Driving Tours

Ultimate Driving Tours offers motorsport fans a thrilling sports holiday with its F1 hospitality packages and VIP access to the top grand prix races around the world, including the Monaco Grand Prix aboard a superyacht, the legendary Italian Grand Prix, and the USA Grand Prix. F1 Monaco Grand Prix Yacht Hospitality Package  When: 26-30 May 2022How to book: ultimatedrivingtours.com Experience the most legendary F1 race in complete luxury with Ultimate Driving Tours’ Monaco Grand Prix Yacht Hospitality Package. This package includes a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience an iconic race onboard Ultimate Driving Tours’ 50m chartered superyacht, Mercury in Port Hercules. Sip champagne and enjoy gourmet canapés whilst taking in the incredible excitement of the grand prix from th...

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5May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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Sporting days out: behind the scenes tours at the Royal Yards in Newmarket

Discover Newmarket, the official tourism service for Newmarket and the surrounding area, has been given the exclusive chance to show visitors behind the scenes at Somerville Lodge, Fitzroy House, and Clarehaven, the Royal Yards where Queen Elizabeth II has horses in training. The royal trainers will also take guests to the Gallops – the training grounds around Newmarket where horses are put through their paces – to see these top thoroughbreds exercise. The full-day tour includes a visit to the National Stud, where a special Stallion Parade will be conducted by the former manager of The Royal Studs. Plus, there will be a chance to look around the National Horseracing Museum, which the Queen opened in 2016 on the original site of Charles II's Palace and Stables. Discover Newmarket is a...

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22Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts, Sports Travel

Sport hotel in focus: padel tennis at Amendoeira Golf Resort in Portugal

The growth of padel tennis has seen rising numbers take to the courts at Amendoeira Golf Resort in Portugal. Located on the Algarve and operated by Kronos Homes, the resort’s two padel courts have proved popular with players from around the world. An instructor provides daily lessons and the resort also hosts social competitions throughout the year. “Padel holds huge appeal thanks to its fast pace and easy-to-learn rules,” said Alda Filipe, sales and marketing director of Kronos Homes. “It’s a really fun way to keep fit. We've found that players have enjoyed making use of our padel courts, in addition to the other sports facilities provided at Amendoeira. With the social and competitive element as well, there's a really lively padel community taking shape here. “Our padel courts have...

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15Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Guides, Holidays & Trips, Sports Travel

Destination in focus: the High Tatras ‘outdoor gym’

It doesn’t always have to be the beaches of southern Europe if you want to enjoy a truly amazing summer holiday. Increasing numbers of travellers nowadays are seeking a bit of variety instead – and above all the chance to get active or inactive in nature – when summer comes. There is a place in Europe that will take you to an elevated serenity and it is called the High Tatras mountain region of Slovakia. Health and well-being is such an important part of holiday plans these days within epic landscapes, so why not discover Slovakia’s loftiest mountains, lakes, forests and cave networks. This diverse region also has the advantage of being compact, whilst feeling vast and epic with alpine-like scenery; the High Tatras National Park has been designated a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. T...

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28Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts, Sports Travel

Sports holidays: ‘Wellness with Henri Leconte’ at Abama Resort Tenerife

French tennis legend Henri Leconte is to host an exclusive sport and wellbeing retreat at Abama Resort Tenerife, which is located on the southwest coast of the island. Leconte, a former world No.5, was a Davis Cup winner with France in 1991 and in his career he won 19 ATP titles.  Taking place from 9-12 June 2022, the event at the award-winning resort will offer guests a long weekend of golf and tennis, as well as a daily gourmet menu offering highly nutritious, restorative food. Following a welcome dinner in the resort’s Melvin by Martín Berasategui restaurant, on 10 June guests will have the opportunity to take part in a golf tournament, playing on one of the best courses in the world, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and the island of La Gomera....

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19Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts, Sports Travel

Sports holidays: Pine Cliffs Resort Algarve tennis and yoga retreat with Annabel Croft

Pine Cliffs Resort, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Algarve, Portugal, has announced a new tennis and yoga retreat from 21-24 April 2022 hosted by British former tennis player Annabel Croft and her daughter Amber Coleman. This retreat at the five-star luxury resort, will involve a total of six hours of hosted tennis lessons and drills across three days (all levels welcomed) run by Annabel and her team of coaches. Guests can learn how to perfect their serve, whilst they enjoy some Algarve sunshine and the extensive facilities of this family-friendly luxury resort. Amber will help guests unwind with twice daily yoga sessions in one of the many scenic locations around the resort including a cliff top deck. As a yoga instructor specialising in Yin yoga and Vinyasa Flow – Amber adopts ...

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19Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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Sporting days out: TrackDays.co.uk’s Formula 1 driving experiences

With the new Formula 1 season gearing up to start this weekend, why not set your own pulses racing with a chance to sample the power of a Jordan F1 grand prix car, driven by Giancarlo Fisichella and Takuma Sato in the 2002 season, courtesy of TrackDays.co.uk. With a full briefing and training programme including how to take the perfect racing lines, throttle/braking techniques and safety tutorials, this is the one-stop-shop for getting that once in a lifetime opportunity to feel like an F1 star for the day. Dan Jones, operations manager at TrackDays.co.uk, said: “With the 20 best drivers in the world getting set to do battle once again under the lights in the Bahrain desert, there isn't a better time than now to saddle up and get a taste of the raw power and performance of one of our...

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14Dec By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts, Sports Travel

Olympian Jamie Baulch talks ‘Restoration of mind/body’ at BodyHoliday Resort, St. Lucia

The Olympic 4x400m relay is one of the final disciplines of every Summer Olympic Games, it encapsulates team effort, precision, speed and stamina. Jamie Baulch made the 400m and 4x400m relay his specialism, medalling at major championships including 1999 World Indoor Championships, 1997 World Championships and the 1996 Summer Olympics and thus ran into the annals of sporting history in the UK.   Since 2012, Baulch has been sharing his wealth of experience at the BodyHoliday Luxury Wellness Resort on the idyllic shores of St Lucia’s north west coast. The resort is famed for its unique approach to health and fitness, being the very first overseas destination spa more than 30 years ago and continuing to lead in this field. With its range of treatments, therapies and activities, the 155-roo...

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