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Rocco Forte’s Verdura Resort makes major investment in golf facilities
4May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Hotels & Resorts

Rocco Forte’s Verdura Resort makes major investment in golf facilities

Golfers at Verdura Resort, a Rocco Forte hotel, can enjoy an enhanced luxury experience with the acclaimed Sicilian venue having undertaken a further upgrade of its award-winning golf facilities, including a major new investment in its golf academy. A new fitting and coaching centre with advanced technology is at the forefront of an array of improvements that the Rocco Forte resort has made in 2024 as part of an overall investment of more than €1m in its golf offering.  Having undertaken a major remodelling of its East and West courses and a significant investment in a course maintenance programme, which features a new sustainable irrigation system, Verdura Resort has carried out several additional new upgrades to the facilities and services it offers to all visiting golfers. As we...
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Cycling holidays inspired by Tour de France and 2024 Olympics
4May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Holidays & Trips

Cycling holidays inspired by Tour de France and 2024 Olympics

The eyes of the sporting world will be firmly fixed on France this summer as it hosts the Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games and the 111th edition of the Tour de France – cycling’s most iconic road cycling event. For cyclists and active travel enthusiasts looking to experience their own sporting adventure in France this year, independent cycling holiday company Saddle Skedaddle has a range of road cycling trips that combine highlights of Le Tour with the country’s stunning landscapes and scenery. To mark this year’s Grand Depart in Florence and Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, Saddle Skedaddle is also offering a relaxed, self-guided leisure cycling holiday that takes riders on a culinary tour of the Emilia-Romagna region – from Cremona in the north, to Bologna in the south. Tackle ...
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Santorini Experience 2024: Greek island’s popular sports event returns in October
2May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events

Santorini Experience 2024: Greek island’s popular sports event returns in October

The Greek island of Santorini, one of the world’s most popular tourism destinations, will host the ‘Santorini Experience’ sports event for the seventh year from 3-6 October 2024.   Santorini, with its breathtaking views, dominating volcano and captivating beaches, once again welcomes professional and amateur runners and open-water swimmers for its sports tourism showcase.  Running enthusiasts will have the opportunity to enjoy three stunning trail running routes, overlooking the Caldera and the magnificent views of the volcano, having as background the settlements of Imerovigli, Firostefani, and Oia. The 5km route is designed for both running and dynamic walking, while the 10km route caters to those with more experience in longer distances. The 15km distance is tailored for...
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2024 supertri Chicago Triathlon

The Chicago Triathlon weekend, the second leg of the five-race 2024 supertri League series, will be held on 24-25 August. Making its debut on the supertri League circuit, the Chicago Triathlon is the largest short course triathlon in the United States and has been running for more than 40 years. On Saturday 24 August the supersprint (0.23-mile swim, 6.2-mile cycle, 1.5-mile run) and kids races will take place. Then a day later, Sunday 25 August, the sprint (0.47-mile swim, 15-mile cycle, 3.1-mile run) and Olympic (1.5km swim, 40km cycle, 10km run) will be held.  The event in the Windy City is set to attract more than 8,000 athletes, including more than 1,000 youth athletes, and more than 20,000 spectators. This year’s supertri League series features five events: Boston, USA (18 Au...
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‘Celebration of Speed’ returns to Lympstone Manor in July 2024
30Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Events

‘Celebration of Speed’ returns to Lympstone Manor in July 2024

Lympstone Manor, a luxury manor house hotel in the English county of Devon, will host its annual Celebration of Speed on Wednesday 10 July 2024. The one-day summer festival commemorates Michelin-starred chef-owner Michael Caines’ love of motorsport with a line-up including panel discussions with TV presenter and racing driver, Jodie Kidd, and TV presenter and motor specialist, Ant Anstead. As the evening draws in, Lympstone Manor transforms for a “Party in the Paddock”, with a musical line-up including rock sensations The Feeling and DJ Gok Wan.  The 28-acre grounds will transform as it welcomes an exclusive collection of supercars, and motorbikes, offering guests unrivalled access to some of the most desired and exciting brands in motorsport including Lamborghini, McLaren, Ferrari, and...
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The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna launches exclusive F1 experience for 2024 Austrian GP
30Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Holidays & Trips, Hotels & Resorts

The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna launches exclusive F1 experience for 2024 Austrian GP

The Ritz-Carlton, Vienna has announced the ultimate experience for racing fans. "Spielberg - The Whole Journey" combines top speed with spectacular luxury for the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix from 28-30 June 2024.  The spectacular package for two includes a four-night stay at of The Ritz Carlton, Vienna in one of the Signature Suites with €1,000 hotel credit, daily transfers to the VIP Terminal of Vienna Airport, daily 20-minute scenic GlobeAir private jet flight to Spielberg, and a three-day pass to the Paddock Club, the exclusive area for Formula 1 fans.  Guests will land exclusively inside the Red Bull Ring, one of the most modern racetracks in the world, enjoy unique views of the team boxes, the start and finish line and the pit lane at The Paddock Club, as well as have a p...
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Sports travel bucket list: a luxury yacht cruise to the F1 Monaco GP in 2025
20Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Bucket List, Holidays & Trips

Sports travel bucket list: a luxury yacht cruise to the F1 Monaco GP in 2025

Here's a trip to add to your sports travel bucket list... Combining luxury yachting with exhilarating motor racing, Emerald Cruises’ six-day 'Monaco Grand Prix and the Italian Riviera' itinerary is an exclusive sailing during the 2025 Formula 1 calendar.  Guests will sail a round-trip from Nice aboard the Emerald Sakara, the firm's second luxury yacht. At 110 metres in length, the Sakara carries just 100 passengers and boasts innovative features such as an infinity-style aqua pool on the pool deck, a marina platform designed for easy access to water sport activities in the sea, and a wellness centre complete with Elements Spa, gym, and infrared sauna.  At an additional cost to the sailing, travellers can watch the most famous street race in the world – the Monaco GP – live from the s...
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Lausanne celebrates 30 years as the Olympic Capital
20Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Guides

Lausanne celebrates 30 years as the Olympic Capital

The scenic city of Lausanne in Switzerland, nestled between the serene waters of Lake Geneva and the majestic Swiss Alps, is ready to offer unparalleled sport tourism experiences to mark its 30th anniversary as the Olympic Capital. Home to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and host to numerous international sport federations, Lausanne's designation as the Olympic Capital is far from ceremonial. The city celebrates Olympic heritage and captivates visitors with its vibrant sports culture. An action-packed calendar To mark its milestone 30th anniversary, Lausanne has curated a series of free, festive, and sportive events. Key highlights include the unveiling of the Olympic cauldron – a legacy of the Lausanne 2020 Youth Olympic Games – and the innovative M2 Challenge in collab...
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Santorini Experience 2025

The natural beauty of Greek island Santorini, with its volcanic caldera, Cycladic architecture, and enchanting sunsets, offer the perfect backdrop for the Santorini Experience sports tourism event from 10-12 October 2025. Welcoming both professional and amateur athletes from around the globe, the Santorini Experience will feature running races, open-water swimming, and parallel events. Passing through Oia, Imerovigli, and Firostefani, the running events include three trail races – 5km, 10km and 15km – which are ideal for participants of all skill levels and include breathtaking views. A highlight of the schedule is the open-water swim of 1.5 miles (2.4 km), starting from the volcano and finishing at Old Port of Fira, organised in cooperation with the Santorini Boatmen’s Association.  ...
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Amex Travel report: sports tourism is one of 2024’s top global travel trends
14Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Sports Business, Trends

Amex Travel report: sports tourism is one of 2024’s top global travel trends

Sports tourism has been picked out as one of the top global travel trends for 2024, in a new report published by American Express Travel. Under the headline “for the love of the game”, the report reveals how sports fans, both internationally and domestically in the US, are “logging serious miles to witness their favourite sporting events first-hand”. The 2024 Global Travel Trends Report uncovers the “driving forces behind why people are travelling right now”, and “one thing remains clear”, they “intend to make the most of their trips this year”. In regards to the sports travel trend, it’s not just about “rooting for the home team”, the report said. A poll conducted by American Express Travel found that nearly three-quarters of global respondents are into sports, with 71% considering ...
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Croatian tourist boards become destination partners of EHF Champions League
14Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Sports Business

Croatian tourist boards become destination partners of EHF Champions League

The Croatian National Tourist Board and Istria Tourist Board have signed an agreement to become the official destination partners of the Machineseeker EHF Champions League – Europe’s premium club handball competition. The deal, brokered by the European Handball Federation’s marketing arm, EHF Marketing GmbH, starts with immediate effect and also includes the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 seasons.  The tourist boards will benefit from a range of visible rights in the Machineseeker EHF Champions League, ensuring significant exposure at all matches as well as digital presence on eurohandball.com and EHFTV, the European Handball Federation’s OTT platform. David Szlezak, EHF marketing managing director, said: “We are thrilled to welcome the Croatian National and Istrian Tourist Board to our fla...
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2024 NFL São Paulo Game: Eagles vs. Packers

The National Football League (NFL) has announced that the Green Bay Packers will play the Philadelphia Eagles in the historic first-ever regular season game in Brazil, as part of the 2024 International Games.  The Packers will face the Eagles – the 2024 São Paulo designated team – on Friday 6 September 2024, marking the first time the NFL has played a game on Friday night of their opening weekend in more than 50 years. The game will take place in the city of São Paulo at the Corinthians Arena, home to Brazilian football team SC Corinthians and will be each team's first game of the 2024 regular season. Register for tickets here.  Image: NFL UK
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International rugby union 2024 calendar
14Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Calendars, Events

International rugby union 2024 calendar

2024 rugby union events and tournaments INTERNATIONAL RUGBY UNION The men's and women's Six Nations and the summer and autumn international Test matches are on the rugby union calendar in 2024. Events in 2024 2 February-16 March: men's Six Nations 23 March-27 April: women's Six Nations 22 July-27 July: men's summer internationals 10 August-28 September: Rugby Championship 2-30 November: men's autumn internationals Major tournaments, events and fixtures Men's Six Nations 2025 Round 1 Friday 31 January 2025: France vs. Wales (Stade de France, Paris)Saturday 1 Februar...
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A guide to Wembley Stadium and Wembley Park in London
14Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Guides, Venues & Stadiums

A guide to Wembley Stadium and Wembley Park in London

London's Wembley Stadium is one of the most iconic sports and entertainment venues in the world. As well as being the home of English football, the stadium also hosts NFL London Games, major finals and big music concerts.  In 2023 Wembley celebrated 100 years since the original stadium opened and in 2024 the venue will host the Uefa Champions League final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid. The district around the stadium, Wembley Park, has seen huge redevelopment in the past few years. There’s now plenty of places to eat and drink, popular attractions and many new residential buildings.  Here we take a look at Wembley Stadium and the Wembley Park neighbourhood. Key details  Official name: Wembley Stadium connected by EE Website: wembleystadium.com ...
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SEICon 2024: Las Vegas to host new sports, entertainment and innovation conference
11Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Sports Business

SEICon 2024: Las Vegas to host new sports, entertainment and innovation conference

The inaugural edition of SEICon – a first-of-its-kind sports, entertainment and innovation conference – will be held at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas from 15-17 July 2024. Organised by UNLV Sports Innovation and Syracuse University’s David B. Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, in collaboration with the Las Vegas-based guest experience agency Circle, the event will include exhibitor pods, innovation labs, daily keynotes, seminars/sessions, roundtables, and daily wrap parties with music entertainment.  “There has been momentum building in the area of professional sports throughout Southern Nevada in recent years, and the economic growth that comes along with it is undeniable,” Keith E. Whitfield, president of University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). “Through business and workforce...
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Geneva: active things to do in the Swiss city
17Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Guides

Geneva: active things to do in the Swiss city

Geneva has outdoor activities and adventures to suit every kind of traveller. Surrounded by nature, parks and lakes – and with the stunning Swiss Alps as its backdrop – the city is an adventurer’s playground and offers many active things to do including walking, hiking, biking and water sports. Walking and hiking For those looking to explore the vast countryside, Geneva’s walking and hiking trails are ideal. Making their way along the River Rhône on the Sentier du Rhône hike, walkers can take in stunning natural beauty of the contrasting lake and mountains, while marvelling at sights such as the Moulin-de-Vert nature reserve along the way. Take a stroll through one of the city’s many parks, and pay a visit to the Parc de la Perle du Lac, the Parc Mon Repos, or take a moment to ad...
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Scotland’s best beaches for swimming, surfing and water sports 
10Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Scotland’s best beaches for swimming, surfing and water sports 

From hidden coves to surfers’ paradises, taking in both city beaches and remote shores which seem to stretch for miles, a break on Scotland’s coasts offers something for everyone. Here we take a look at the best beaches in Scotland for swimming, surfing, water sports and family activities.  Related articles Scottish golf bucket list Sport in Scotland ‘Water wellness’ in Scotland Book: ‘Blue Scotland’ by Mollie Hughes Island beaches  Luskentyre on the Isle of Harris is regularly included in lists of the most beautiful beaches. With miles of white sandy beach and clear blue water, visitors to the island may be forgiven for imagining they are visiting a Mediterranean archipelago. It is certainly one of the most spectacular beaches in the Outer Hebrides.  St...
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Lisbon: active things to do in Portugal’s capital
3Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Lisbon: active things to do in Portugal’s capital

Portugal’s capital Lisbon is famous for its historic attractions and beautiful beaches, but the city is surrounded by wild spaces that provide a range of outdoor activities for adventure travellers. Here we take a look at the best places and things to do for an active break in the Lisbon region.  Arrábida Nature Park: hiking, cycling, caving and diving Just 30 minutes south of the city centre and across the River Tagus is Arrábida Nature Park, often hailed as one of Lisbon's most beautiful destinations. The mountainous area offers a tapestry of landscapes, from tree-lined paths winding down to secret coves and idyllic beaches, to the towering Serra do Rosco, the highest point on the Portuguese coast. There are waymarked trails for hiking and cycling, with some of the remotest ro...
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Jamaica adventure guide: hiking, cycling and the Reggae Marathon
1Feb By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Guides

Jamaica adventure guide: hiking, cycling and the Reggae Marathon

There’s more to Jamaica than its beaches, reggae music and cricket – although these are three excellent reasons to visit the Caribbean island nation. Trips to the island also offer the chance to go beyond the white sands and explore outdoor adventures among beautiful landscapes, lush forests and soaring mountains.  Hike the Blue and John Crow Mountains Hiking the Blue Mountain Peak (Image: Visit Jamaica) Grab your hiking boots and head out to the Blue and John Crow Mountains National Park (BJCMNP). The park comprises 100,000 acres of tropical rainforest and is often referred to as “the lungs of eastern Jamaica”. Established in 1993, the BJCMNP is a Unesco World Heritage Site and the region has been noted for having more than 800 species of plants. Ride the scenic river rou...
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DP World Tour golf: new-look schedule for 2024 European Tour season
10Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Calendars

DP World Tour golf: new-look schedule for 2024 European Tour season

The men’s golf DP World Tour has announced its schedule for the 2024 season – which will include a minimum of 44 tournaments in 24 countries and across five continents. In 2024, the tour’s stars will also compete for an overall record prize fund of $148.5m, excluding the majors. The 2024 Race to Dubai will feature three new phases – five “global swings” from November 2023 to August 2024; a “Back Nine” from September 2024 to October 2024; and two DP World Tour Play-Offs in November 2024.  As in previous years, there will be the five Rolex Series events – the premium category of events on the DP World Tour. In 2024 these will be:  Hero Dubai Desert Classic (18-21 January) Genesis Scottish Open (11-14 July) BMW PGA Championship (19-22 September) Abu Dhabi Champion...
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