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Tennis holidays in Greece and Turkey with Mark Warner in 2023
7Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Tennis holidays in Greece and Turkey with Mark Warner in 2023

From intensive tennis weeks to private one-on-one coaching, independent activity holiday company Mark Warner has been serving up tennis holidays for nearly 50 years. Each of its five properties in Greece and Turkey have a choice of courts, and with a team of expert coaching staff on hand, there are options for all ages and levels.   Guests all enjoy complimentary access to the courts and equipment, with social tennis sessions included in their stay and drills sessions also available. Additional activities which can be booked and paid for either in advance or locally range from serve clinics and group tennis coaching sessions, to one-on-one tuition and private tennis lessons as well as LTA courses and mini and junior LTA courses for children.  Padel and pickleball Alongsi...
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Video: Rafa Nadal visits his tennis centre at Sani Resort in Greece 
5Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Video: Rafa Nadal visits his tennis centre at Sani Resort in Greece 

Spanish tennis icon Rafa Nadal, who holds the joint-record of 22 Grand Slam men’s singles titles, has been in Greece to visit the Rafa Nadal Tennis Center at Sani Resort in Halkidiki.  A collaboration between the Rafa Nadal Academy by Movistar in Mallorca and the Sani/Ikos Group, the tennis centre features eight clay courts and since 2018 has held tennis training programs for players of all ages and all levels. During his visit to the five-star Sani Resort, Nadal revealed that he has been impressed by the “spectacular” facilities.  “The truth is that I was really looking forward to finally come to Greece, but my schedule and Covid had had made it impossible,” he said. “Toni [Nadal], Carlos Moya, Carlos Costa and the whole team had told me wonderful things about the c...
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2024 Uefa Europa Conference League final, Athens

The 2024 Uefa Europa Conference League final between Olympiacos and Fiorentina will be held at the Agia Sophia Stadium, home of AEK Athens, in Athens, Greece, on Wednesday 29 May 2024. Located in Nea Filadelfeia near Athens, the stadium was opened in September 2022 and has a capacity of 32,500. For event information and hotels see: Event: uefa.com Hotels in Athens: Expedia | Hotels.com | LastMinute.com Holidays in Athens: LastMinute.com Image: Uefa Editor’s note: Sports Tourism News works with a number of affiliate partners. Products are sold directly by agents and operators. We may earn a commission should you choose to book any tickets or packages.
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2024 Uefa Champions League final, Wembley, London

The 2024 Uefa Champions League final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid will be held at London’s Wembley Stadium on Saturday 1 June 2024. The highlight of European football’s club calendar returns to the iconic London venue for a record eighth time, and the third in the Uefa Champions League era following the 2011 and 2013 finals. Hotels and experiences in London: Hotels in London: Expedia | Hotels.com | LastMinute.com Experiences in London: BuyAGift | Red Letter Days | LastMinute.com Image: Uefa    Editor’s note: Sports Tourism News works with a number of affiliate partners. Products are sold directly by agents and operators. We may earn a commission should you choose to book any tickets or packages.
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Tennis: The Glorious Garden Party at Gleneagles 

Gleneagles, a five-star luxury hotel and golf resort in Scotland, will host its Glorious Garden Party on Saturday 17 June from 12.30pm to 5pm.  Marking the start of summer and held in the lead up to the Wimbledon Championships, the event will feature a star-studded mixed doubles match on The Tennis Lawn featuring Johanna Konta, Naomi Broady, Thomas Enqvist and Xavier Malisse. The match will be umpired by Judy Murray. Set in the stunning Perthshire estate beneath the rolling Ochil Hills, guests will be treated to welcome drinks on the lawns where champagne and cocktails will be flowing, followed by a decadent afternoon tea. Spectators can also join in with the lawn games or explore the 850 acres of beautiful Perthshire countryside. Tickets cost £250 per person. See more at gleneagl...
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100 days to go until the Rugby World Cup 2023 in France
31May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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100 days to go until the Rugby World Cup 2023 in France

Celebrations are taking place throughout France to mark the 100-day countdown to the start of the Rugby World Cup 2023. With a little under three months to go until the 20 nations arrive in France, final preparations are underway for rugby union’s 200th birthday party. There will be 48 matches taking place across ten host destinations: Bordeaux, Lille, Lyon, Marseille, Nantes, Nice, Paris, Saint-Denis, Saint-Etienne and Toulouse. Hosts France will face New Zealand in the opening match of the tournament at the 80,698-capacity Stade de France in Saint-Denis on Friday 8 September. The Rugby World Cup final will be played on Saturday 28 October 2023, also at the Stade de France. On Tuesday 30 May, the Webb Ellis Cup arrived in Paris on an Emirates A380 with bespoke Rugby World Cup 2023 l...
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World Athletics Indoor Championships Glasgow 2024

The Scottish city of Glasgow will host the 19th edition of the World Athletics Indoor Championships from 1-3 March 2024. Events will be held at the Emirates Arena. Ten years on from hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2014, this will be the first time that Glasgow and Scotland has hosted the World Athletics Indoor Championships, and the third time in the UK after Birmingham in 2003 and 2018. For more information, tickets and hotels see:  Event: worldathletics.org  Tickets: glasgowlife.org.uk Hotels in Glasgow: Expedia | Hotels.com Glasgow city breaks: LastMinute.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QOCRZVanaRA   Editor’s note: Sports Tourism Media works with a number of affiliate partners. Products are sold directly by agents and operators. We may earn a com...
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Event in focus: 24 Hours of Le Mans Centenary
26May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Event in focus: 24 Hours of Le Mans Centenary

The French department of Sarthe is gearing up to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the iconic 24 Hours of Le Mans race, which takes place from 10-11 June 2023 (4pm to 4pm) at the Circuit de la Sarthe.  First run in 1923, the endurance race is part of the “triple crown” of motor sport – alongside the Indianapolis 500 and F1 Monaco Grand Prix. Expect an epic battle between Toyota, Ferrari (back in the top-tier category after a 40-year hiatus), Porsche (record holder for the most Le Mans wins), Peugeot and Cadillac.  To mark the centenary, the 24 Hours Museum on the circuit is hosting a special exhibition (1 June-2 July) of 86 cars that have either won the race or left a mark on its history.  Event organisers have also announced that after record sales, all tickets...
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Football attractions: Tottenham Experience Dare Skywalk
25May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Football attractions: Tottenham Experience Dare Skywalk

The award-winning Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in north London offers one of the finest spectator experiences in the world of sport and entertainment. Home to English Premier League club, Tottenham Hotspur, it incorporates a fully-retractable football pitch, becoming the first purpose-built ground for the NFL in Europe. With a capacity of 62,850, the stadium has created a major landmark for both Tottenham and London featuring visitor attractions including the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tour, Dare Skywalk and Dare Skywalk Edge. A star-studded line-up of summer acts – including Beyoncé, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Wizkid – are set to perform at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in summer 2023. This year there will be two NFL London Games held at Tottenham. Buffalo Bills face the Jacksonvill...
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Golf Festival Kitzbühel – Austrian Tirol

From 18-25 June 2023, the centre of Kitzbühel in the Austrian Tirol will be transformed into a golfing haven for the Golf Festival Kitzbühel, with keen golfers gathering to participate in the unique tournament. The highlight of the week is Golf the Streif, 12 holes at 800m altitude, previously known as Streif-Attack. The aim is to conquer the Streif, considered the world’s most difficult downhill ski course, but with a golf club rather than skis.  Away from the golf course, award-winning chefs and selected winegrowers will provide delicious meals and wine pairings to ensure the tastiest golf week of the summer. This is golfing with a culinary twist, a festival of flavour as well as sport.  See more at kitzbuehel.com and tyrol.com  Image: kitzbuehel.com
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49ers’ Levi’s Stadium to host NFL Super Bowl LX in 2026 
24May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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49ers’ Levi’s Stadium to host NFL Super Bowl LX in 2026 

Levi's Stadium, the home of the San Francisco 49ers, will host Super Bowl LX in 2026, the NFL has confirmed. Located in Santa Clara, in the San Francisco Bay Area, the stadium opened in 2014 and previously hosted Super Bowl 50 in 2016.  According to an independent study, Super Bowl 50 generated almost $250m for the Bay Area economy and the NFL is “thrilled to bring the Super Bowl back”, said NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. “We look forward to working with the 49ers and the Bay Area Host Committee to create an impactful Super Bowl LX in 2026 that showcases all the great things the region has to offer.” Al Guido, president of the San Francisco 49ers, added: “We are honoured to host the Super Bowl at Levi’s Stadium once again, and to be stewards of one of the biggest sporting event...
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Untamed Borders: ski tourism returns to Afghanistan
23May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Untamed Borders: ski tourism returns to Afghanistan

Ski tourists have returned to Afghanistan for the first time under the new Taliban government. According to adventure travel company Untamed Borders, which was the first company to lead ski excursions to Afghanistan back in 2011, skiing in the country is at the sharp end of a growing trend that sees people taking to the slopes in destinations not famous for ski tourism. Iraq, Lebanon, Iran, Tajikistan, Pakistan and Uzbekistan are other destinations which Untamed Borders also operates in.  Over the spring the annual Afghan Peaks Ski Race took place, a backcountry ski race in the country’s Bamian Province. It was the first opportunity for visitors to take to the Afghan slopes since the nation returned to Taliban rule. An international group flew out to the area for the competition wi...
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F1 FanZone added to 2023 Silverstone Festival line-up
21May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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F1 FanZone added to 2023 Silverstone Festival line-up

An all-new F1 FanZone will a major highlight at this summer’s Silverstone Festival. This year marks the 75th anniversary of motorsport at the circuit in England, and celebrations over the 25-27 August bank holiday weekend will be enhanced by the addition of this exciting feature which builds on the highly popular modern Formula 1 content that was introduced for the first time at the event last year. Reliving all the excitement of the British Grand Prix that takes place from 7-9 July, the F1 FanZone at Silverstone Festival will provide visitors with the opportunity to get up close to see a grid of current grand prix cars. Formula 1 teams already confirmed for the showcase include Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant, BWT Alpine, McLaren, Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS, Oracle Red Bull Racing and William...
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Sports event in focus: Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 2023-2024
21May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Sports event in focus: Clipper Round the World Yacht Race 2023-2024

Founded in 1996 by Sir Robin Knox-Johnston, the first person to sail solo and non-stop around the world, the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race is one of the toughest endurance challenges on the planet.  This epic biennial sailing event sees more than 700 crew race over 40,000 nautical miles around the world on 70-foot ocean racing yachts, travelling across six continents over a span of 11 months.  The Clipper Race is the only event of its kind which trains people from all walks of life to become ocean racers, and many have no previous sailing experience before signing up for the intensive four levels of training prior to racing. Led by a professional skipper and first mate, race crew can complete the full 11-month circumnavigation or choose to test themselves on one or multiple...
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Major League Baseball: 2023 MLB All-Star Week Seattle

The Seattle Mariners’s T-Mobile Park will be home to 2023 Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star Week from 7-11 July.  Events taking place during All-Star Week include the HBCU Swingman Classic (7 July), MLB All-Star Celebrity Softball Game (8 July), SiriusXM All-Star Futures Game (8 July), MLB Draft (9 July), T-Mobile Home Run Derby (10 July), and the All-Star Game presented by Mastercard (11 July). There will also be additional festivities held throughout Seattle, including the Capital One Play Ball Park at Lumen Field and the Lumen Field Event Center from 8-11 July.  T-Mobile Park is considered to be one of the nicest ballparks in the MLB. You can enjoy extraordinary views of Seattle’s skyline from the stadium and it’s often said that there’s not a single bad seat in the park.  ...
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Southampton to host start and finish of Ocean Globe Race 2023
18May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Southampton to host start and finish of Ocean Globe Race 2023

From the Mayflower to the Titanic, the Blue Riband liners to the Whitbread Round the World races, Southampton is synonymous with the start of some of history’s most famous sea voyages. This September, to mark the 50th anniversary of the Whitbread Round the World Yacht Race, the maritime city on England’s south coast will host its latest sailing challenge – the Ocean Globe Race 2023.  On 10 September, more than 160 sailors will depart the Southampton Ocean Village onboard 15 yachts to complete the four-leg, 27,000-mile race around the world via the three great capes – Africa’s Cape of Good Hope, Australia’s Cape Leeuwin, and South America’s notorious Cape Horn.   To celebrate the momentous event, there will be a party atmosphere in the city, with the race village at Ocean Village Mari...
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Sports hotel in focus: Grand Hyatt La Manga Club Golf & Spa
17May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Sports hotel in focus: Grand Hyatt La Manga Club Golf & Spa

Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced the opening of the Grand Hyatt La Manga Club Golf & Spa – the first Grand Hyatt hotel to open in Spain and the fourth operating under the luxury brand in Europe.  To capitalise on the hotel’s prime position within the prestigious La Manga Club Resort in Murcia, southeast Spain, the property has undergone extensive refurbishment. As well as golf and a spa, the hotel’s extensive world-class sports facilities offer a variety of activities for outdoor enthusiasts. “Every Grand Hyatt hotel is carefully designed as a destination within a destination and the newly opened Grand Hyatt La Manga Club Golf & Spa sets the bar high when it comes to delivering a luxury travel experience with an abundance of options for our discerning guests,” said...
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NASCAR Chicago Street Race Weekend

For the first time ever, the sights, sounds, and speed of NASCAR will be heading to downtown Chicago as the first street race in NASCAR’s 75-year long history takes place from 1-2 July 2023. The historic event will transform portions of the streets in and around Grant Park into a 2.2-mile racecourse for the weekend. A festival atmosphere will include live entertainment, culinary experiences, and family-friendly activities across downtown Chicago. Tickets are priced from $269. See nascarchicago.com Read more: Chicago to host Nascar Cup Series street race in July 2023    
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Best Served Scandinavia’s summer holidays: adventures, lakes, forests and glaciers
16May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Best Served Scandinavia’s summer holidays: adventures, lakes, forests and glaciers

With stunning landscapes offering the perfect setting for a host of outdoor activities and adventures, a summer holiday in Scandinavia is a refreshing alternative to the traditional Mediterranean beach break.  Specialist tour operator Best Served Scandinavia has a selection of holidays for those looking to make the most of this fabulous region in the summer months. Adventures include lake swimming in the beauty of Finnish Lakeland, immersive nature hikes in Sweden’s cultural heartland Dalarna, Iceland’s natural glaciers and volcanoes, and off-the-beaten-track adventures beneath the glow of the Midnight Sun in Svalbard. Explore Dalarna: the essence of Sweden  Dalarna is pure Sweden – rich in nature and culture. Best Served Scandinavia is opening up the destination to UK custom...
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Portes du Soleil: a summer sports travel guide
16May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Portes du Soleil: a summer sports travel guide

Portes du Soleil is a ski and biking region of the Alps that covers the neighbouring French Chablais and Swiss Valais. The region features 12 resorts – including Avoriaz, Champéry, Les Gets and Morzine – and offers a range of summer activities such as mountain biking, cycling, hiking, trail running and yoga. Portes du Soleil is a popular destination for a sporty summer holiday, we take a look at the highlights.  Portes du Soleil’s 12 resorts The 12 French and Swiss resorts in the Portes du Soleil region are located between Mont Blanc and Lake Geneva:  France: Morzine, Avoriaz, Châtel, Les Gets, Montriond, La Chapelle-d’Abondance, Abondance, Saint-Jean-d'Aulps Switzerland: Champéry, Val-d’Illiez-Les Crosets-Champoussin, Torgon, Morgins Mountain biking An intern...
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