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2023 NFL International Games: teams confirmed for London and Frankfurt

11May

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2023 NFL International Games: teams confirmed for London and Frankfurt

The National Football League has announced the teams, dates and locations for the five International Games to be played in London, UK, and Frankfurt, Germany. The Jacksonville Jaguars will kick off the 2023 NFL International Games on Sunday 1 October against the Atlanta Falcons at Wembley Stadium, in what will be their landmark tenth regular season home game in London. The London focus then shifts to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as the Buffalo Bills take on the Jaguars on Sunday 8 October. This game for Jacksonville means they will play two regular season games outside of the US – a first for the NFL. The following weekend, Sunday 15 October, the Tennessee Titans will play the Baltimore Ravens, also at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the only purpose-built NFL stadium outside of the U...

ZenBoat: Greece wellness sailing holidays on a vintage gulet yacht

11May

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ZenBoat: Greece wellness sailing holidays on a vintage gulet yacht

Launching in September 2023, ZenBoat will offer wellness sailing holidays aboard a vintage Greek gulet yacht. Featuring activities, tours and healthy meals, itineraries will take in spectacular Greek islands, from the mystical Ionian islands to the magical Peloponnese coastline, and the delightful and little-known Saronic Islands en route to Athens. Founded by Swiss chef Louis Papadopoulos and his wife Lisa, who together run The Maya Boutique Hotel in Nax, Switzerland, the idea of ZenBoat was born during the pandemic. While they were holidaying in Greece, they realised they could transfer their experience and skill set from the hotel and create a similar holistic concept, but on a vintage gulet. “Life isn't about the destination – it’s about the journey; ZenBoat is about both,” they ...

Sports hotel in focus: Hotel Football, Manchester

10May

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Sports hotel in focus: Hotel Football, Manchester

If you’re a fan of the beautiful game, especially one who supports Manchester United, then a stay at Hotel Football should be on your Manchester sports travel bucket list. Located next to Man Utd’s Old Trafford stadium at 99 Sir Matt Busby Way, the hotel was opened in 2015 by United legends and “Class of 92” icons Gary Neville, Phil Neville, Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and Ryan Giggs. Described by The Telegraph as a “United fan’s dream venue”, Hotel Football offers some of the best views of the “Theatre of Dreams”. This might just be the most unique football hotel in the world right now. Rooms and suites Part of Marriott’s Tribute Portfolio, Hotel Football offers a total of 133 rooms with options including king rooms, stadium view rooms, squad rooms, and Class of 92 ...

South Africa: best adventure activities in the Rainbow Nation

9May

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South Africa: best adventure activities in the Rainbow Nation

South Africa may be known for its stunning safaris, world-class golf and outstanding wine regions, but for many it’s one of the world’s ultimate adventure travel destinations. Home to national parks, sweeping savannahs and picture perfect beaches, the Rainbow Nation also boasts a great climate and offers value for money for visitors. In this guide we look at the top adventure activities to enjoy in South Africa. Graskop Gorge Lift Company https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i2r1t6Yj9Xw Visitors looking for a leisurely experience should head to Graskop Gorge Lift Company, whose viewing lift takes visitors 51m down the face of the gorge into the indigenous forest of western South Africa. More adventurous guests can also experience the suspension bridge, zipline and the big...

Athletics: 2023 London Diamond League

Part of the Wanda Diamond League series, the London Diamond League returns to the London Stadium on Sunday 23 July 2023. Stars of the Commonwealth Games, European and World Championships will head to London for the biggest one-day athletics spectacular of the year. Image: Arne Müseler arne-mueseler.com / WikiCommons CC-BY-SA-3.0

Boxing: Liam Smith vs. Chris Eubank Jr 2

British boxing rivals Liam Smith and Chris Eubank Jr return to Manchester’s AO Arena for a “repeat or revenge” rematch on Saturday 1 July 2023 (new date). The fight is presented by BOXXER, in association with Wasserman Boxing, and live on Sky Sports Box Office. In their first bout on 21 January 2023, former WBO world light-middleweight champion Smith (33-3-1, 20 KOs) defeated Eubank Jr (32-3, 23 KOs) with a fourth-round stoppage. Savannah “The Silent Assassin” Marshall (12-1, 10 KO’s) will challenge undisputed world super-middleweight champion Franchón “FCD” Crews-Dezurn in the co-headline bout at the AO Arena. Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster UK. Image: BOXXER

Snooker Greats ‘Clash of the Titans’: Stephen Hendry vs. Steve Davis

Snooker icons Stephen Hendry and Steve Davis go head-to-head in a “Clash of the Titans” at Baths Hall in Scunthorpe on Thursday 1 June 2023. BBC commentator Dennis Taylor, world snooker champion in 1985, will be the host and referee for the exhibition match between seven-time world champion Hendry and six-time world champion Davis. Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster UK. Image: scunthorpetheatres.co.uk

2023 FIM WSX World Supercross British Grand Prix

The FIM World Supercross British Grand Prix makes its return to the United Kingdom as the opening round of the 2023 WSX World Championship. Villa Park stadium in Birmingham, home of Premier League club Aston Villa, will transform into the ultimate dirt battlefield as ten teams and 40 of the world’s best riders battle it out. The event takes place on Saturday 1 July 2023. Tickets are on sale at Ticketmaster UK. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MP6RwNlurOI

Rugby union: Bristol Bears vs. Barbarians

Bristol Bears’s 2023-2024 season will kick off with an exhibition match against the world-famous Barbarians on Thursday 7 September 2023 at Ashton Gate Stadium in Bristol. Tickets are on general sale now and cost from £20 for adults and £10 for under-12s. Hospitality packages are also available, starting from £150 (+VAT) per person.

The Celebration of Speed 2023 at Lympstone Manor

Lympstone Manor, a luxury manor house hotel in the English county of Devon, will welcome back its annual Celebration of Speed on Wednesday 12 July 2023. The one-day festival commemorates Michelin-starred chef owner Michael Caines’ love of motorsport with a line-up including panel discussions with Damon Hill, the 1996 Formula 1 world champion, and Rob Smedley, the former head of performance at Williams Formula 1 and race engineer for Felipe Massa. Doors open from 12 noon to 12 midnight and the 28-acre grounds will host an exclusive collection of supercars, powerboats, and motorbikes, offering guests unrivalled access to some of the most desired and exciting brands in motorsport including Lamborghini, McLaren, Ferrari and Porsche. As the evening draws in Lympstone Manor transforms for a ...

The Ocean Race Europe 2025: cities invited to express hosting interest

5May

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The Ocean Race Europe 2025: cities invited to express hosting interest

As the current edition of The Ocean Race heads back into the northern hemisphere, race organisers are looking ahead to the next major event in the ten-year planning cycle – The Ocean Race Europe 2025. Following the success of the inaugural event in 2021, The Ocean Race Europe was among the first major international sporting events to resume following Covid lockdowns. Featuring ten teams racing across two classes, the event combined world-class sport with a purpose-driven agenda. The 2025 edition has even larger ambitions. Under the banner of “Connecting Europe: Racing to restore our ocean and waters” The Ocean Race Europe is scheduled to begin in the late summer of 2025, and will start in the Baltic Sea and finish in the Mediterranean, with up to five stops along the way. The IMOC...

WXV: the new international competition for elite women’s rugby

5May

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WXV: the new international competition for elite women’s rugby

World Rugby has announced the first host locations and dates for WXV – the new international competition for elite women’s rugby. Starting in October 2023, WXV has a mission to raise the profile and competitiveness of women’s 15s by providing the global platform between Rugby World Cups to increase the reach, impact and value of the sport, growing the game as a whole. It will also double the number of annual international fixtures for most competing teams, combining with World Rugby’s “Accelerate” programme to raise standards at Rugby World Cup 2025 and beyond. Host locations Fresh off the back of hosting a record-breaking Rugby World Cup where the Black Ferns were crowned champions, New Zealand will welcome the world’s best women's teams in the six-nation top level WXV 1 across ...

2022 NFL Munich Game had €70.2m economic impact for the German city

4May

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2022 NFL Munich Game had €70.2m economic impact for the German city

The National Football League’s (NFL) first-ever regular season international game in Germany was a success beyond the stadium in both economic and social impact. According to the 2022 NFL Munich Game Impact Assessment report, compiled by The Sports Consultancy Group, the event generated a total economic impact of €70.2m for the city of Munich, with €32.2m in direct spending. Played on 13 November 2022 at the Allianz Arena, home of German football giants FC Bayern Munich, the game saw the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Seattle Seahawks 21-16. "The Munich game was a significant moment for the NFL in Germany and one that will live in the minds of those in the stadium and those who watched the game from around the world for many years to come,” said Dr. Alexander Steinforth, GM NFL Germany. ...

Motorsport: 2023 Isle of Man TT Races

For two weeks the Isle of Man is the place to be for riders, racers and motorsport enthusiasts. Taking place from 29 May to 10 June 2023, the Isle of Man TT motorcycle racing event will see the world’s greatest road racers gather to test themselves against the incredible “Mountain Course” – a 37.73-mile “beast of a course” carved out of the island’s public roads, said iomtt.com. Boasting more than 100 years of such illustrious history, the TT is “rich in tradition and legends”, said visitisleofman.com. And this year is set to be “one of the most vibrant yet” – from the thrilling racing witnessed in Qualifying Week and Race Week, to the multitude of events taking place island-wide and attractions away from the track. For more information see iomttraces.com Image: Visit Isle of ...

Sports resort in focus: Forte Village, Sardinia

29Apr

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Sports resort in focus: Forte Village, Sardinia

Forte Village is a Sardinian paradise that’s often been named the world’s leading resort at the World Travel Awards. Home to many hotels, villas, Thalasso & Spa, restaurants and bars, sports academies and sporting facilities, Forte Village Resort also has a host of activities and offerings for guests to enjoy. Sports and activities Enjoy an active holiday at Forte Village and discover the pleasure of working out in the beautiful nature of Sardinia. Sports and activities include football, basketball, diving, tennis, golf, boxing, fencing, triathlon, and water sports. Academies Forte Village is renowned for its world-class academies, which include football, basketball, tennis, cycling, swimming and dance. In 2023 it has even more on offer. Children can practice rugby...

Ultra-marathon: 13 Valleys Ultra

A new ultra-marathon event, 13 Valleys Ultra, will be held in the stunning landscape of the Lake District National Park in England from 29 September to 1 October. Open to everyone, the event will feature three ultra distances – 60km, 100km, and 180km – as well as a 20km trail distance. The 13 Valleys distance (180km) is the pinnacle and will rank alongside some of the toughest tests of ultra running in the world. It represents an exceptional physical and mental challenge and is only open to experienced ultra runners. This flagship event, in partnership with the Lake District National Park, will create the foundations of a year-round trail that links all 13 valleys of the Lake District National Park together for the first time. See more at 13valleysultra.com and visitlakedistrict.co...

Canary Islands: big sporting events in 2023

29Apr

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Canary Islands: big sporting events in 2023

With natural beauty, warm climate and a unique blend of activities, the Canary Islands are an ideal place to enjoy sport and adventure. In 2023, the islands will also play host to a number of big sporting events. Here we look at some of the sport event highlights coming up. 6 May: Bestial Race Fuerteventura The Bestial Race Fuerteventura will take place on 6 May, offering participants a new route through desert mountains and beaches with new obstacles. With two different routes to choose from, the race promises fun and excitement for everyone. 20 May: Lanzarote Ironman The 31st edition of the Lanzarote Ironman will take place on 20 May. Participants will tackle a challenging 3.8km swim, 180.2km cycle and 42.2km run. The event will also offer slots for the 2023 IRONMAN World Ch...

UNWTO: collaboration is key to maximise sport tourism’s potential

29Apr

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UNWTO: collaboration is key to maximise sport tourism’s potential

Zurab Pololikashvili, secretary-general of the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), has called upon the public and private sectors to “collaborate” to fully maximise sports tourism’s potential – and to achieve the goals of economic diversification, growth and sustainable development for destinations worldwide. Speaking at the World Sports Tourism Congress (WSTC) in Zadar, Croatia, Pololikashvili said: “Sports tourism plays a key role in enhancing economic growth and social development in many destinations. It creates jobs and supports businesses in cities and rural communities alike. In order to maximise its potential, public and private sector actors must collaborate, and that’s where UNWTO steps in.” The second edition of the WSTC, held from 26-27 April 2023, was organised by UNW...

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to host EPCR rugby finals in 2024

28Apr

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Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to host EPCR rugby finals in 2024

European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) has confirmed that the 2024 Heineken Champions Cup and EPCR Challenge Cup finals will be held at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England. The 2024 EPCR Finals Weekend will take place on Friday 24 May and Saturday 25 May. Home to Premier League football club Spurs, the multi-purpose venue, which was opened in April 2019, has become a prime destination for a wide range of major events including NFL, boxing and music concerts. The stadium has previously hosted major rugby fixtures including two Saracens Gallagher Premiership ties and a Barbarian FC vs. All Blacks XV match. Dominic McKay, EPCR chairman, said: “It is quite simply one of the most exciting venues in the world and an incredibly appropriate stage for next year’s showpiece...

Rugby union: 2024 EPCR Heineken Champions Cup and Challenge Cup finals

European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) has confirmed that the 2024 Heineken Champions Cup and Challenge Cup finals will be held at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England. The 2024 EPCR Finals Weekend will take place on Friday 24 May and Saturday 25 May. Hotels and experiences in London Hotels in London: Expedia | Hotels.com | LastMinute.com Experiences in London: BuyAGift | Red Letter Days | LastMinute.com Image: tottenhamhotspur.com 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 commission should you choose to book any tickets or packages.