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Destination in focus: the High Tatras ‘outdoor gym’
15Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Destination in focus: the High Tatras ‘outdoor gym’

It doesn’t always have to be the beaches of southern Europe if you want to enjoy a truly amazing summer holiday. Increasing numbers of travellers nowadays are seeking a bit of variety instead – and above all the chance to get active or inactive in nature – when summer comes. There is a place in Europe that will take you to an elevated serenity and it is called the High Tatras mountain region of Slovakia. Health and well-being is such an important part of holiday plans these days within epic landscapes, so why not discover Slovakia’s loftiest mountains, lakes, forests and cave networks. This diverse region also has the advantage of being compact, whilst feeling vast and epic with alpine-like scenery; the High Tatras National Park has been designated a World Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. T...
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Rugby World Cup and NFL: mark 12 May 2022 in your sports diary
8Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Rugby World Cup and NFL: mark 12 May 2022 in your sports diary

Here’s a date to mark in your 2022 sporting diary: Thursday 12 May. That’s the day when the World Rugby Council will select the host nations for every Rugby World Cup (men’s and women’s) between 2025 and 2033. The World Rugby Council will consider England (2025), Australia (2027 and 2029) and the USA (2031 and 2033) as hosts of the Rugby World Cup. A live show and media conference will be held at the Convention Centre Dublin in Ireland on 12 May (3pm British Summer Time) to present the Council’s decisions. NFL 2022 schedule announcement  Thursday 12 May is also the day when the NFL announces its schedule for the 2022-2023 season. At 8pm (Eastern Time), the 2022 NFL schedule will be released on NFL Network, NFL.com and the NFL app. But ahead of the release of the full 2022 ...
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Las Vegas Grand Prix: F1 confirms night race for November 2023
31Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Las Vegas Grand Prix: F1 confirms night race for November 2023

Formula 1 and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) have announced that the Las Vegas Grand Prix will join the FIA Formula One World Championship from 2023. The race is scheduled to take place at night on Saturday 18 November 2023 on the Las Vegas Strip with the track sweeping past some of the world’s most legendary landmarks, hotels and casinos. The neon lights of Las Vegas will be the backdrop for Formula 1’s third race in the US and highlights the huge enthusiasm and excitement in the US for Formula 1 as the sport continues to grow its global fan base. F1 and Liberty Media will work together to promote the race in partnership with Live Nation Entertainment and the LVCVA, as well as founding partners Caesars Entertainment, MGM Resorts International, and Wynn Las V...
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Rugby League World Cup trophies tour kicks off in Newcastle
30Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Rugby League World Cup trophies tour kicks off in Newcastle

There’s less than 200 days to go until the start of the Rugby League World Cup (RLWC2021). The event – which features men’s, women’s and wheelchair competitions – kicks off on 15 October when host nation England face Samoa in the opening fixture at St James’ Park in Newcastle. To commemorate the milestone, the tournament has been undertaking a 48-hour trophies tour of the 18 host towns and cities in celebration of a 48-hour ticket upgrade offer. This means any fans that buy a Category C ticket for the opening fixture of the men’s tournament between England and Samoa at St James' Park and the first game at Kingston Park between Scotland and Italy, will have their tickets automatically upgraded to Category B, with prices starting from just £15. The trophies tour, whereby the silverware...
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2024 NFL Draft in Detroit ‘will deliver a powerful economic impact’
29Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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2024 NFL Draft in Detroit ‘will deliver a powerful economic impact’

The NFL has announced that the 2024 NFL Draft presented by Bud Light will take place in downtown Detroit. The area around Campus Martius Park and Hart Plaza will serve as the event site for the Draft, which has become one of the most anticipated sports events of the year for the tens of thousands of fans who will attend the three-day event and millions more watching and engaging around the world.   The announcement was made at the Annual League Meeting in Palm Beach, Florida following a review of the proposal by the Fan Engagement & Major Events Advisory Committee and full ownership. "The Draft has become a prominent offseason event across the country, and we are excited to work with the Lions and their partners to bring the 2024 NFL Draft to the Motor City," said NFL Commissione...
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Portugal sports travel guide: adventure tourism and outdoor activities
28Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Portugal sports travel guide: adventure tourism and outdoor activities

Although a popular year-round sunshine destination, Portugal is a lesser-known paradise for adventure tourism and outdoor activities. With many increasingly popular walking and cycling trails, perfect surfing spots and even extreme sports for adrenaline lovers, Portugal is fast cementing its reputation as an ideal location for active adventures. Here we pick out some of the best activities to enjoy in the regions of Portugal. Porto and the north Host to a number of mountains, nature reserves and national parks, Porto and the north of the country sets the stage for amazing experiences and adventures. With nearly 700km² of stunning landscape set between vast mountains and reservoirs, Peneda-Geres is the biggest national park in the north of Portugal and is home to a variety of differen...
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Sports holidays: ‘Wellness with Henri Leconte’ at Abama Resort Tenerife
28Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Sports holidays: ‘Wellness with Henri Leconte’ at Abama Resort Tenerife

French tennis legend Henri Leconte is to host an exclusive sport and wellbeing retreat at Abama Resort Tenerife, which is located on the southwest coast of the island. Leconte, a former world No.5, was a Davis Cup winner with France in 1991 and in his career he won 19 ATP titles.  Taking place from 9-12 June 2022, the event at the award-winning resort will offer guests a long weekend of golf and tennis, as well as a daily gourmet menu offering highly nutritious, restorative food. Following a welcome dinner in the resort’s Melvin by Martín Berasategui restaurant, on 10 June guests will have the opportunity to take part in a golf tournament, playing on one of the best courses in the world, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Atlantic Ocean and the island of La Gomera....
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Sport hotel in focus: see the Arabian horses at Selman Marrakech
28Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Sport hotel in focus: see the Arabian horses at Selman Marrakech

Selman Marrakech in Morocco is a haven for fans of equestrianism. For this luxury hotel is home to some very unique guests: sublime Arabian thoroughbred horses.  “Selman” was the original sire of a line of purebred horses, and the owners of Selman Marrakech, a Moroccan family, have chosen to recreate this awe-inspiring equine lineage as well as recreate the golden age of Moroccan culture within the property.  Originally from Saudi Arabia, Arabian thoroughbreds were introduced to Morocco in the 7th century. Selman’s private breeding programme is unique, and many of the horses have won prestigious international prizes.  The hotel works alongside the School of Equestrian Arts of Marrakech to offer dressage and liberty experience to students and participation in equ...
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Sports holidays: Pine Cliffs Resort Algarve tennis and yoga retreat with Annabel Croft
19Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Sports holidays: Pine Cliffs Resort Algarve tennis and yoga retreat with Annabel Croft

Pine Cliffs Resort, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Algarve, Portugal, has announced a new tennis and yoga retreat from 21-24 April 2022 hosted by British former tennis player Annabel Croft and her daughter Amber Coleman. This retreat at the five-star luxury resort, will involve a total of six hours of hosted tennis lessons and drills across three days (all levels welcomed) run by Annabel and her team of coaches. Guests can learn how to perfect their serve, whilst they enjoy some Algarve sunshine and the extensive facilities of this family-friendly luxury resort. Amber will help guests unwind with twice daily yoga sessions in one of the many scenic locations around the resort including a cliff top deck. As a yoga instructor specialising in Yin yoga and Vinyasa Flow – Amber adopts ...
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Sporting days out: TrackDays.co.uk’s Formula 1 driving experiences
19Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Sporting days out: TrackDays.co.uk’s Formula 1 driving experiences

With the new Formula 1 season gearing up to start this weekend, why not set your own pulses racing with a chance to sample the power of a Jordan F1 grand prix car, driven by Giancarlo Fisichella and Takuma Sato in the 2002 season, courtesy of TrackDays.co.uk. With a full briefing and training programme including how to take the perfect racing lines, throttle/braking techniques and safety tutorials, this is the one-stop-shop for getting that once in a lifetime opportunity to feel like an F1 star for the day. Dan Jones, operations manager at TrackDays.co.uk, said: “With the 20 best drivers in the world getting set to do battle once again under the lights in the Bahrain desert, there isn't a better time than now to saddle up and get a taste of the raw power and performance of one of our...
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Tyson Fury vs. Dillian Whyte: Wembley named as venue for WBC title fight
25Feb By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Tyson Fury vs. Dillian Whyte: Wembley named as venue for WBC title fight

London’s Wembley Stadium will host the heavyweight world title fight between WBC champion Tyson Fury and challenger Dillian Whyte.  The all-British bout, on Saturday 23 April, will be promoted by Frank Warren’s Queensberry Promotions and Top Rank. Tickets go on sale on Wednesday 2 March via Ticketmaster UK.  Fury returns to fight in the UK for the first time since ​​August 2018. The “Gyspy King” defended his WBC crown after defeating former champion Deontay Wilder in October. The first fight of the trilogy ended in a draw and Fury won the second and third encounters. “Tyson Fury coming home to fight under the arch at Wembley Stadium is a fitting reward for the No.1 heavyweight in the world following his exploits across the Atlantic in his epic trilogy against Deontay Wil...
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NFL to touch down in Germany with games in Munich and Frankfurt
25Feb By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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NFL to touch down in Germany with games in Munich and Frankfurt

Munich will stage the first-ever regular-season NFL game in Germany during the 2022 season. Following a competitive application process, the FC Bayern Munich Stadium was selected as the venue for two of the four International Series games to be played in Germany over the next four years. Frankfurt Stadium will also host two games. "We are very pleased to welcome Munich and Frankfurt to the NFL family and are excited to reward our fans in Germany for their passion by bringing them the spectacle of regular-season NFL football," said NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. "We look forward to staging our first game in Germany at FC Bayern Munich's fantastic stadium later this year and to exploring areas of broader collaboration with the Bundesliga." The game in Munich will be one of five intern...
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Russia-Ukraine crisis: Champions League final moved and F1 Russian GP cancelled
25Feb By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Russia-Ukraine crisis: Champions League final moved and F1 Russian GP cancelled

Uefa has confirmed that Saint Petersburg has been stripped of hosting the 2022 Champions League final, following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The showpiece fixture on Saturday 28 May will now be held at the 80,000-capacity Stade de France in Saint-Denis, Paris. In a statement European football’s governing body said: “Uefa wishes to express its thanks and appreciation to French Republic President Emmanuel Macron for his personal support and commitment to have European club football’s most prestigious game moved to France at a time of unparalleled crisis. Together with the French government, Uefa will fully support multi-stakeholder efforts to ensure the provision of rescue for football players and their families in Ukraine who face dire human suffering, destruction and displacement.” ...
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Boxing: Tyson Fury vs. Dillian Whyte

London’s Wembley Stadium will host the heavyweight world title fight between WBC champion Tyson Fury and challenger Dillian Whyte. The all-British bout, on Saturday 23 April, will be promoted by Frank Warren’s Queensberry Promotions and Top Rank. Tickets are on sale via Ticketmaster UK. Fury returns to fight in the UK for the first time since ​​August 2018. The “Gyspy King” defended his WBC crown after defeating former champion Deontay Wilder in October. The first fight of the trilogy ended in a draw and Fury won the second and third encounters. “Tyson Fury coming home to fight under the arch at Wembley Stadium is a fitting reward for the No.1 heavyweight in the world following his exploits across the Atlantic in his epic trilogy against Deontay Wilder,” Warren said. “The fact that this...
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Horse racing: Randox Ulster National Raceday 2022

Seven races will be on the card at Downpatrick Racecourse in Northern Ireland on Sunday 20 March – including the feature race, the Randox Ulster National. The first race of the day is at 2.10pm and the final race is at 5.35pm. Tickets from £16-£33. See downpatrickracecourse.co.uk
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Cricket: The Hundred 2022

Cricket competition The Hundred returns for its second year in summer 2022 in England and Wales.  Fixtures for the 2022 men’s and women’s competitions have been announced. The men’s action starts on Wednesday 3 August with Southern Brave vs. Welsh Fire at The Ageas Bowl in Southampton and women’s fixtures begin on Thursday 11 August with Oval Invincibles vs. Northern Superchargers at The Kia Oval in London. There will be a double header for the finals on Saturday 3 September at Lord’s in London. The women’s final begins at 3pm and the men’s final is at 6.30pm.  The entertainment line-up for 2022 features bands such as Bastille, who will headline the final at Lord’s. Up-and-coming UK artists such as Samm Henshaw, Jordan Mackampa, Priya Ragu, L’Objectif and Phoebe Green will also be...
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Event in focus: 10th Sierra Leone Marathon
6Feb By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Event in focus: 10th Sierra Leone Marathon

Described by Runner’s World magazine as the “craziest and most worthwhile marathon”, the Sierra Leone Marathon returns in 2022 for its tenth edition.  Taking place between 1-6 June 2022, the marathon is organised by Street Child, a UK-based registered charity. It helps raise funds for the charity and raise awareness of the programmes which transform the lives of children and their families through education.  About the event  Winding through tropical jungle and local villages, the Sierra Leone Marathon route takes in some of the most beautiful scenery in northern Sierra Leone. From a full and half marathon to a 10km or 5km option, there is something for all running abilities and regardless of your distance, each will give you a unique perspective on this beauti...
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2022 Six Nations: men’s and women’s fixtures
5Feb By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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2022 Six Nations: men’s and women’s fixtures

International rugby union will be a major focus on the sporting schedule in early 2022 when the Guinness Six Nations championship takes place in Europe.  Ireland, Wales, Scotland, England, France and Italy will be competing for the men's championship, which starts on Saturday 5 February and finishes on Saturday 19 March 2022. The women's championship will be held from Saturday 26 March to Saturday 30 April. Related articles International rugby union in 2022A sports travel guide to… CardiffA sports travel guide to… Edinburgh A sports travel guide to… London Subscribe to our monthly newsletter Men's Six Nations 2022 fixtures  - England: Twickenham Stadium, London- France: Stade de France, Paris- Ireland: Aviva Stadium, Dublin- Italy: Stadio Olimpico, Rome- Scotland: BT...
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Event guide: Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games
15Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Event guide: Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games

The Beijing 2022 Olympic Winter Games take place from 4-20 February. There will be approximately 90 National Olympic Committees (NOCs) participating and around 2,900 athletes are expected to compete. The full schedule can be found at beijing2022.cn Following the Winter Olympics, Beijing will then host the 2022 Winter Paralympics from 4-13 March 2022. Sports at Beijing 2022 There will be 109 events at Beijing 2022 with seven new events making their Olympic debuts: Women’s Monobob in Bobsleigh, a Mixed Team Relay in Short Track, Men’s and Women’s Freeski Big Air events and Mixed Team Aerials in Freestyle Skiing, a Mixed Team event in Ski Jumping and a Mixed Team Snowboard Cross in Snowboard. The sports are:  Alpine Skiing Biathlon Bobsleigh Cross-Country Skiin...
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Hajar Mountain Adventures launched in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
14Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Hajar Mountain Adventures launched in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE

Ras Al Khaimah is giving outdoor enthusiasts the chance to reach new professional and personal heights with the launch of Hajar Mountain Adventures – the first certified adventure training company in the UAE that will teach the skills needed to join the growing field of adventure tourism. The first Mountain Leader training courses start on 15 January 2022, and in line with the new UAE working schedule, will take place over three weekends. Licensed and authorised by Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, the new entity will offer fundamental skills training and leadership and assessment courses covering hiking, climbing, abseiling, canyoneering and mountaineering. Hajar Mountain Adventures will also offer a fast-track instructor scheme, covering all training and assessment aspects...
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