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Erna Low adds five properties in the French Alps for 2019-20 ski season
24Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Erna Low adds five properties in the French Alps for 2019-20 ski season

French Alps ski specialist Erna Low has launched its winter season with five new properties in Vars, Les Saisies, Tignes, Val d'Isère and Méribel.  New properties for 2019-2020 include:  Chalet Izia – Val d’Isére  Le Lodge des Neiges – Tignes L’Hevana - Méribel Panorama - Vars Amaya - Les Saisies Danny Nugent, owner of Erna Low Travel, said: “Erna Low continues to focus on great value ski holidays to France in self-catering apartments. With exchange rates fluctuating and the outcomes of Brexit still unclear, we stand in a great position to offer what we have always done, ski holidays booked with experience and knowledge.” Managing director Jane Bolton adds: “Our three new properties in the high altitude resorts Val d'Isère and Tignes and old favourite Méribel will provide ou...
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Trip idea: SwimTrek swimming holiday in the Philippines
24Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Trip idea: SwimTrek swimming holiday in the Philippines

SwimTrek has launched its first swimming holiday packages to the Philippines.  Based at the luxurious Miniloc Island Resort, this guide-led trip will explore the north-western reaches off the coast of Palawan Island.  With waterside accommodation, its own house reef and breathtaking lagoons, after a day swimming guests can enjoy the perfect place to relax or try additional watersports such as paddleboarding, snorkelling and kayaking.  SwimTrek product manager Daniel Le Merle said: “After the amazing feedback following our first Vietnam and Indonesia SwimTreks, we had to find more world-class swim destinations in South East Asia.  “We know that SwimTrekkers love those more remote, idyllic swim spots and so we chose the Bacuit archipelago. Just off El Nido, on Palawan island, are a group...
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Action Outdoors launch 2019-20 French UCPA ski and snowboard holidays
27Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Action Outdoors launch 2019-20 French UCPA ski and snowboard holidays

Action Outdoors has launched its new 2019-20 winter sports program - with ski and snowboard holidays now listed online and available to book from 5 August.  The not-for-profit UCPA centres, located in some of the best French ski resorts in the Alps, offer hundreds of different trips for all levels of skiers and snowboarders on an all-inclusive basis, with full-board accommodation and equipment hire, lift passes and instruction available on the majority of dates.  There are several new launches for the 2019-20 winter season, including:  Ski or snowboard ‘basics’ (combine free time skiing with both instruction and guided sessions, intermediates and upwards only) Ski off-piste Grands Montets (a dedicated week of exploring the vast off-piste terrain above Argentiere) Sh...
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Sports travel ideas: wild swimming and stay at Loch Melfort Hotel in Scotland
27Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Sports travel ideas: wild swimming and stay at Loch Melfort Hotel in Scotland

Loch Melfort Hotel on the coast of Argyll in the Scottish Highlands is offering a Corryvreckan wild swimming travel package in August. The hotel is partnering with swimming experience experts SwimTrek to offer a unique two-night stay which includes a fully guided swim across the Corryvreckan, Scotland’s most iconic open water swims.  During tides, this spectacular narrow straight is transformed into the third largest whirlpool in the world and is famous for its standing waves.  Post swim, guests are invited to warm up in Loch Melfort’s cosy lounge, accompanied by their favourite whisky dram and uninterrupted views over isles of the Inner Hebrides. About the Corryvreckan wild swimming package Where: Loch Melfort Hotel, Arduaine, Argyll, PA34 4XG, Scotland Available dates: 14 August ...
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Team GB Live launch Tokyo 2020 Olympics ticket and travel packages
27Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Team GB Live launch Tokyo 2020 Olympics ticket and travel packages

Fans of the Great Britain and Northern Ireland Olympic team can now start planning for the 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo, Japan.  With one year until the games begin in the Japanese capital city, Team GB Live, the official travel company for Team GB, has launched its range of fully-inclusive ticket and travel packages for the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.  On its website, Team GB Live says: “The Olympic Games are sport’s greatest journey. It is the ultimate experience for athletes and has the power to unite nations behind a wave of pride, commitment and achievement and you can be part of this journey.  “Team GB Live is Team GB’s official travel company and will take supporters from across Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the forefront of this magical event at Tokyo 2020.  “With guaran...
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2020 Ryder Cup ticket and travel packages on sale now at PRIMESPORT
27Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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2020 Ryder Cup ticket and travel packages on sale now at PRIMESPORT

The PGA of America and PRIMESPORT have launched the sale of official ticket and travel packages for the 2020 Ryder Cup.  Taking place from 22-27 September 2020 at Whistling Straits in Kohler, Wisconsin, golf’s top team event will see Ryder Cup defending champions Europe take on hosts United States.  PRIMESPORT is the official Ryder Cup travel package provider of the PGA of America. Zack Long, chief marketing officer of PRIMESPORT, said: “The Ryder Cup is one of the biggest events in sports, and for 2020 we are elevating our offerings to deliver an unforgettable fan experience.  “PRIMESPORT serves as a one-stop planning services for golf enthusiasts looking to get fully immersed in the action. We make it our mission to deliver tailored, unforgettable experiences for all of our guests.”  ...
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UK travel agents appointed for ICC T20 World Cup 2020 in Australia
27Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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UK travel agents appointed for ICC T20 World Cup 2020 in Australia

Australia will host two International Cricket Council (ICC) Twenty20 (T20) World Cups in 2020 with both the men’s and women’s tournaments taking place Down Under.  The women’s event is from 21 February to 8 March, followed by the men’s from 18 October to 15 November. ICC Travel & Tours has appointed 19 official travel agents to cater for fans from all over the world, who are now able to book their experience. Travel packages available through ICC Travel & Tours offer a wide range of ticket-inclusive packages.  Fans in the UK can buy T20 World Cup packages from three official travel companies: Gullivers Sports Travel, ST Sports and International Cricket Tours. Official travel packages include match tickets combined with travel services and/or accommodation. Nick Hockle...
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England’s Barmy Army announce 2019 New Zealand cricket tour details
27Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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England’s Barmy Army announce 2019 New Zealand cricket tour details

England’s cricket team will play two Test matches in New Zealand this winter and the famous Barmy Army will once again be supporting from the stands.  The Barmy Army, England’s loyal fan base, has announced details of its travel packages to New Zealand for the tour in November and December 2019.  According to BarmyTravel.com the New Zealand tour Tests package starts from £3,399 per person and includes 16 nights’ accommodation and return international flights. Match tickets are not included in the package but will be available once details are released. As well as the two Tests England will also face the Black Caps in five Twenty20 matches.  1st and 2nd Tests tour with Barmy Travel  When: 17 November-6 December 2019  16 nights’ accommodation   Return international...
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