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Cycling: 2025 Giro d’Italia – Tour of Italy

Taking place from 9 May to 1 June, the 108th edition of the Giro d'Italia is an annual multiple-stage cycling race primarily held in Italy, while also passing through other countries. The Giro is one of professional cycling's three-week-long Grand Tours, and after the Tour de France is the second most important stage race in the world. Spanning over 3,400km, this Grand Tour will challenge riders with a mix of flat stages, individual time trials, and formidable mountain ascents.  Marking a historic first, the 2025 Giro will commence in Albania. The opening stage features a medium-mountain route between Durrës and Tirana, setting the tone for an unpredictable race. The second day presents an individual time trial within Tirana, offering early opportunities for time gains. The Albanian ...
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2023 UCI Cycling World Championships – Glasgow Scotland

The biggest cycling event in the world will be held in Scotland from 3-13 August 2023. The world’s greatest riders will come together in Glasgow and across Scotland to compete at the highest level, make history and show the world the power of the bike.  For the first time in cycling history, the 13 existing championships will be combined into one mega-event where more than 8,000 amateur and elite cyclists from more than 120 countries will compete for 190 rainbow jerseys. The 13 championships taking place over the 11 days are: BMX Freestyle Flatland; BMX Freestyle Park; BMX Racing; Gran Fondo; Indoor Cycling; Mountain Bike Cross-country; Mountain Bike Downhill; Mountain Bike Cross-country Marathon; Para-cycling Road; Para-cycling Track; Road; Track; Trials. With Scotland’s beautifu...
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5th KLM Aruba Marathon

The Caribbean island of Aruba will be hosting a running festival with multiple race distances in June 2023. On Saturday 3 June a 5k event will take place, then on Sunday 4 June there will be a 10k, half-marathon (21.1k) and marathon (42.2k). Known as “One Happy Marathon” the big Sunday event sees the full marathon start at 3.15am, the half-marathon at 5.15am and the 10K at 6.15am – this allows all runners to “finish on the beach” at approximately the same time. Here participants can also enjoy a beach party to celebrate finishing their race. For more information and “runcation” details see klmarubamarathon.com https://twitter.com/MarathonAruba/status/1610274779910512640
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2023 Fiba Basketball World Cup

This year’s Fiba Basketball World Cup is the first ever to be hosted by multiple countries – Philippines, Japan and Indonesia. Taking place from 25 August to 10 September 2023, the 32-nation men’s basketball tournament will be held at five venues in three host cities: Okinawa Arena – Okinawa, Japan Indonesia ArenA – Jakarta, Indonesia Araneta Coliseum – Manila, Philippines Mall of Asia Arena – Manila, Philippines Philippine Arena – Manila, Philippines Over the 17 days there will be 92 games in total. The first round group phase will see eight groups of four teams. From each group the top two teams will qualify for the second round and the bottom two teams will play the classification round for places 17-32. In the second round group phase, there will be four grou...
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The World Games 2025 Chengdu

The World Games is a multi-sport event staged every four years by the International World Games Association, organised with the support of the International Olympic Committee. The World Games 2022 – which was held in Birmingham, Alabama, USA – saw 3,600 athletes from 34 sports and 100 countries take part. The 12th edition of The World Games will be held in Chengdu, China, from 7-17 August 2025. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxt3kjAbkfw
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Patagonia Park Argentina: the ultimate outdoor destination
16Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Patagonia Park Argentina: the ultimate outdoor destination

Large-scale rewilding with brand new trails and facilities have transformed Patagonia Park Argentina into South America’s ultimate outdoor destination for 2023 and beyond. The park has been restored by private charitable organisation, Freyja Foundation, and its partner and grantee, Rewilding Argentina, in a bid to ignite greater connection with nature and passion for the outdoors.  The park stretches across 180,000 hectares from Portal Cañadón Pinturas in Argentina to La Ascensión Portal on the border of Chile and, thanks to the rewilding efforts, is once again home to Patagonia’s top predator, the puma, and the region’s largest herbivore, the guanaco. Through world-class trails, hiking, camping, excursions and breath-taking scenic routes, travellers will encounter endangered species th...
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Mallorca sports guide: events and activities in 2023
16Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Mallorca sports guide: events and activities in 2023

In addition to its natural beauty, mild weather and unique cultural heritage, Mallorca is the ideal destination to practise sports 365 days a year. Due to its long sporting tradition and excellent infrastructure, the island isn’t short of international competitions either and in 2023 a large number of events will attract visitors throughout the year. Here we take a look at the cycling, triathlon, running, golf and tennis events and activities in Mallorca.  Cycling With 2,071km of roads and cycling paths, Mallorca has become a bucket list destination for the world’s amateur and professional cyclists alike due to the island’s 16 routes that make up its extensive cycle route map infrastructure.  Mallorca 312 is one of the island’s most important races. Taking place on 29 Ap...
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Formula 1 Exhibition to open in March 2023 in Madrid 
15Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Formula 1 Exhibition to open in March 2023 in Madrid 

Tickets are now on sale for the world’s first official Formula 1 Exhibition, which will open on 24 March 2023 at the renowned IFEMA MADRID in Madrid, Spain. Developed in association with Formula 1 and with support from the motorsport community, the show boasts a wide range of artefacts and contributions from the sport’s most legendary teams, drivers, experts and personalities. Several years in the making, the exhibition combines spectacular audio-visual design, rare film and imagery, engineering and educational displays, sculptural pieces and iconic Grand Prix cars to deliver an immersive experience for everyone – from avid followers to younger fans and families. Produced in partnership with Round Room Live and delving far beyond what fans have ever seen before, the show uses bold, tech...
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Motorsport: Silverstone Festival 2023 

The Silverstone Festival marks a new era for the English circuit’s much-loved event with a new name and fresh look for 2023, celebrating all that happens both on and off the racing track. The Home of British Motorsport has played host to the event – formerly known as “The Classic” – since 1990 and the new name celebrates the wider experience now enjoyed by festival-goers.   Taking place over the bank holiday weekend from 25-27 August 2023, the Silverstone Festival continues to boast an unrivalled line-up of incredible track action as well as record-breaking displays of classic cars. All the crowd-pleasing grids will be returning in 2023 along with some landmark automotive anniversaries, an incredible line-up of off-track entertainment, main stage music and family fun.  This year an a...
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Rugby union: 2023 Six Nations men’s and women’s fixtures and dates
10Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Rugby union: 2023 Six Nations men’s and women’s fixtures and dates

European rugby union takes centre stage in February and March 2023 with the men’s Guinness Six Nations championship. Featuring England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales, games will be played over five rounds. In 2022 France won the championship and the grand slam. The 2023 edition of the Six Nations will also be a big part of preparations ahead of the men’s 2023 Rugby World Cup in September and October.   Following the conclusion of the men’s Six Nations, it’s the turn of the women’s teams. The 2023 Women’s Six Nations championship begins with the first round of fixtures on 25-26 March and finishes with round five on 29 April. Guinness Six Nations Fanzones Each year, millions of rugby fans attend the Guinness Six Nations matches, and more than 100,000,000 tune in across ...
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Tatras region winter sports: skiing on Slovakia’s wild side
10Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Tatras region winter sports: skiing on Slovakia’s wild side

By Ramy James Salameh Visiting the Tatras region of Slovakia is like parachuting directly into a spectacular wilderness. Whether you’re ascending or descending the breath-taking mountainous landscape on foot and skis or feeling your body come alive floating in the region’s warm geothermal waters, the High and Low Tatras is the perfect place to cleanse, unwind and get back to nature. Here you can indulge in unforgettable experiences you’ll be talking about for years.  Where else can you view brown bears in the wild, stay in a two-room hotel next to a solar high-altitude observatory at the top of a 2,634m summit, walk inside the Tatra Ice Dome in between an ice sculpture depicting the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem, witness the last-working mountain sherpas of Europe ...
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Poprad: discover one of Slovakia’s top sports cities
10Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Poprad: discover one of Slovakia’s top sports cities

Thanks to its airport, railway connections and road network, the eastern Slovakian city of Poprad is regarded as the gateway to the High Tatras mountain range and is the administrative, economic and cultural centre of the Tatras region. Welcoming visitors all year round, Poprad is also a popular destination for sports travellers, whatever the season. Named by ACES Europe as one of the European Cities of Sport for 2023, we take a look at what sporting experiences and facilities Poprad has to offer. Sporting activities in Poprad Winter sports  Poprad’s location south of the High Tatras National Park makes it an ideal base to explore the nearby ski resorts during the winter months. Two of the top five ski resorts – Jasna and SkiPark Malino Brdo – are just a 40-minute driv...
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Top five ski resorts of Slovakia’s Tatras region
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Top five ski resorts of Slovakia’s Tatras region

The Tatras mountains of Slovakia are affectionately known as “the lowest high mountains in the world” as they offer some 50 peaks of more than 2,000m, all in a compact and truly diverse region. This creates so many advantages for those seeking every type of active adventure vacation, both in summer and in winter.  For this guide, we are specifically delving into the main ski resorts of the High and Low Tatras, as the lush green topography turns white with wintery fun. We cannot introduce you to all of Slovakia’s ski resorts, but we can give you a guide to the best ones in the Tatras region. These are the resorts to sweep, carve and curate a memorable ski holiday that will keep you enthralled from dawn until dusk and let you simply breathe in this unique and dramatic scenery.&n...
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Top 10 alternative winter activities in Slovakia’s Tatras region
10Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Top 10 alternative winter activities in Slovakia’s Tatras region

Taking a ski holiday to the smallest high-lying mountain range in the world has the major advantage of having everything at your fingertips. Slovakia’s Tatras region is compact, accessible, affordable, beautiful and above all, fun. With everything being so close, it means there is plenty of time to explore the many alternative winter activities away from the slopes in the Tatras region. Here are just a few ideas to get you started… Head to the Tatra Ice Dome   Tatra Ice Dome's Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem (Image: Marek Hajkovsky) The theme of the 10th anniversary year of this attraction at Hrebienok (High Tatras) is a unique sacral building – the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. For the first time in the history of the Tatra Ice Dome, visitors ...
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Interview: on the slopes with Matej Hulej, executive director of Enjoy Tatras
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Interview: on the slopes with Matej Hulej, executive director of Enjoy Tatras

Aside from being executive director of the Enjoy Tatras regional tourist board and destination management company, Matej Hulej (pictured above) is a keen sportsman and active adventurist. He takes advantage of the Tatras region’s incredible landscape to hike, climb and ski. Sports Tourism Media spoke with him to get an expert’s viewpoint on adrenaline seeking, tourism and sport in the region. Like Slovakian ski star Petra Vlhová, you were born in Liptovsky Mikulas and your home ski resort is Jasna. What is special about this ski resort for helping to create world-class winter sports athletes?    Litptovsky Mikulas is the birthplace of Olympic athletes. Petra Vlhová in downhill skiing, Michal Martikán in wild water skiing, or hockey players who were part of the Slovakia...
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Men’s tennis: 2024 ATP Finals, Turin

The 2024 Nitto ATP Finals, the finale of the ATP Tour men’s tennis season, will take place from 10-17 November 2024 at Pala Alpitour in Turin, Italy. The 54th edition of the event will feature the top-eight singles players and top-eight doubles teams.  In the 2023 finals, Novak Djokovic beat Jannik Sinner to win the singles title. And in the doubles Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury defeated Marcel Granollers and Horacio Zeballos. For event information and hotels see: Event details and tickets: nittoatpfinals.com Hotels in Turin: Expedia | Hotels.com Holidays in Turin: LastMinute.com   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DSyb_nyVyN4
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Tennis: 2023 Laver Cup Vancouver

The Laver Cup, the popular men’s tennis team event, will be held in 2023 in Vancouver, Canada. Taking place at the Rogers Arena from 22-24 September 2023, the competition will see Team Europe take on Team World in singles and doubles. Bjorn Borg is the captain of Team Europe and John McEnroe is the captain of Team World. The winning team must reach 13 points to lift the trophy. Team World are the defending champions after winning 13-8 in London in 2022.  It’s also been announced that Berlin’s Mercedes-Benz Arena will host the Laver Cup from 20-22 September 2024. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i44DHxFfQXQ Video: Laver Cup/YouTube
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2025 AIG Women’s Open – women’s golf major 

The AIG Women's Open, one of the five women’s golf majors, will take place from 31 July to 3 August 2025 at Royal Porthcawl Golf Club in Porthcawl, Wales. One of the most revered championships in women’s golf, the final major of the season promises an exhilarating conclusion to the year’s elite golf competitions.  Since its establishment in 1976, the AIG Women’s Open has become a cornerstone of the LPGA and LET Tours, showcasing the best talent in women’s golf. Known for its tradition and global appeal, the championship consistently draws the world’s top-ranked players and rising stars to compete for one of the sport’s most prestigious titles.  Hosting the AIG Women’s Open for the first time, Royal Porthcawl Golf Club is a world-class venue celebrated for its dramatic coastal setting...
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2025 Amundi Evian Championship – women’s golf major 

The Amundi Evian Championship, one of the five women’s golf majors, will take place from 10-13 July 2025 at the stunning Evian Resort Golf Club in Evian-les-Bains, France. Since its elevation to major status in 2013, the Amundi Evian Championship has become a highlight of the LPGA Tour, attracting the world’s best players. Known for its competitive field, the championship offers a challenging yet picturesque setting that demands precision, creativity, and resilience. The tournament's rich history and commitment to excellence have made it one of the most anticipated events on the women’s golf calendar.  Nestled between the French Alps and Lake Geneva, the Evian Resort Golf Club is celebrated for its unique blend of beauty and difficulty. The par-71 course spans rolling fairways, undul...
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2025 US Women’s Open – women’s golf major

The US Women's Open presented by Ally, the second of five women’s golf majors in 2025, will take place from 29 May to 1 June 2025 at Erin Hills in Wisconsin, United States. Known for its challenging terrain and breathtaking vistas, Erin Hills will provide the perfect stage for the world’s top female golfers to compete for this historic title.  The oldest of the LPGA’s major championships, the US Women’s Open dates back to 1946. As the premier event of the season, it brings together an elite field of competitors, including past champions, rising stars, and global icons, all aiming to claim the title and the coveted Harton S. Semple Trophy.  Located in the picturesque countryside of Wisconsin, Erin Hills is a masterpiece of golf course architecture. Known for hosting the 2017 US Open, ...
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