Events

20Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Calendars, Events

2025 international rugby union events calendar

The 2025 international rugby union calendar is set to be one of the most exciting in recent memory, headlined by the Women’s Rugby World Cup in England and the now concluded British and Irish Lions tour of Australia. Taking place in August and September, the Women's World Cup will showcase the very best of the women’s game, with record crowds and global audiences expected as teams battle for the ultimate prize. With women’s rugby growing at unprecedented pace, the World Cup will not only crown champions but also mark a defining moment in the sport’s expansion. Earlier in the year, the traditional Six Nations Championship kicks off in February and March, bringing fierce rivalries and European bragging rights to the fore. Mid-year, attention shifts south as northern hemisphere sides emb...

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4Aug By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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2026 FIA World Rally Championship calendar: 14 rounds confirmed 

The FIA and WRC Promoter have unveiled the calendar for the 2026 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), confirming 14 rounds across four continents. The season begins at Rallye Monte-Carlo from 22-25 January 2026, with crews tackling France’s icy alpine roads in one of rallying’s most iconic settings. A spectacular street stage in downtown Monte Carlo on Saturday evening adds extra drama and glamour to an already demanding weekend. It’s the start of a calendar that blends snow, gravel and asphalt events – including returning rounds in the Canary Islands and Paraguay following their introductions in 2025 – before culminating in the desert terrain of Saudi Arabia from 11-14 November 2026. Notably, the opening half of the year brings a welcome mix of surfaces. Asphalt rallies in Croatia, ...

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4Aug By Sports Tourism News1 Comment

Calendars, Events

Sports events in 2025 – global sporting calendar

The global sports calendar for 2025 is packed with exciting events that promise unforgettable moments for fans worldwide. From iconic competitions that celebrate long-standing traditions to new tournaments that showcase emerging talent, the year will feature a dynamic array of sports and venues.  The biggest sporting events in 2025 include the Women's Rugby World Cup, the British & Irish Lions tour of Australia, the FIFA Club World Cup, the Ryder Cup, the Ashes, and the UEFA Women’s European Championship. Sports like tennis and golf will also shine with their annual tours, grand slams and majors. Additionally, motorsport fans can look forward to the Formula 1 season, which will continue to offer thrilling races across exotic locations, including a night race in Las Vegas an...

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28Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Editor's Pick, Events, Sports Business

Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 England: fan zone locations confirmed 

England is set to host a nationwide celebration for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025, with fan zones unveiled in official host locations across the country. Running from 22 August to 27 September, and with more than 330,000 tickets already sold, the tournament will take place across eight venues throughout England, making it the biggest celebration of women’s rugby ever staged.    The fan zones, which will be free to enter, will be open on match-days and at various times throughout the six-week tournament, offering fans, residents and visitors a chance to enjoy the atmosphere and take part in the biggest celebration of women’s rugby.  At the heart of the action will be Battersea Power Station, which has been unveiled as the official tournament fan zone in London, in partnership with...

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22Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Sports Travel

Strangest sporting events: the weird and wonderful world of sport

When we think of sport, traditional activities like football, basketball, and tennis often come to mind. However, the world is full of unique, bizarre, and downright strange sporting events that challenge our perception of competition and athleticism.  These weird and wonderful sports highlight the diverse and imaginative ways to find entertainment – whether it’s racing down a hill after cheese, balancing on unicycles while playing polo, or enduring ferrets in your trousers. Here we take a look at some of the weirdest sports and the strangest sporting events that take place around the world. Main image: Dave Farrance, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons World Gravy Wrestling Championships (England) Location: Rose & Bowl Pub, Stacksteads, Lancashire, England The Wo...

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15Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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Tennis events 2025 calendar: next grand slam and big tournaments

In this 2025 tennis events calendar we start by taking a look at the dates of the four grand slams – plus the big ATP and WTA tournaments and team competitions being held around the world. The next tennis grand slam, the fourth and final of 2025, will be the US Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City from 25 August to 7 September 2025.  The ATP and WTA tours span the globe with key stops like Indian Wells, Miami, Madrid, and Rome, along with thrilling year-end championships: the ATP Finals in Turin and the WTA Finals in Riyadh. Team competitions will add drama, with the United Cup kicking off the year, followed by the Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup, showcasing national pride. From grand slams to fast-paced team events, the 2025 season promises...

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15Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Editor's Pick, Events, Sports Travel

The Sports Tourism Blog: why Wimbledon is the undisputed champion of tennis slams

With another Wimbledon championships coming to a close, tennis fans around the world have a slightly empty feeling, writes Ramy James Salameh. It's a feeling that's similar to finishing a good book and waiting for the next page-turner to arrive, especially that first Monday morning after the weekend climax of the finals. One thing to help fill the void though, is the continued communications from The All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club that drops into your inbox and dissects the championship by numbers. As a tennis fan and player, it is not the amount of strawberries and cream sold that peaks my attention, but the stats related to the on-court action. The glitter and sequins could have barely been swept up after the Wimbledon Champion’s Ball and the club’s data boffins ha...

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10Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Guides

Event in focus: The Ocean Race Europe 2025

The final preparations are taking place ahead of the 2025 edition of The Ocean Race Europe, which will see seven mixed-gender crews made up of sailors from across 13 nations take on the 4,500-nautical mile multi-stage offshore challenge. This year’s edition is built on the foundations of the inaugural race in 2021 and is held under the banner of “Connecting Europe”. Starting in Kiel, Germany on 10 August, the race takes the fleet around Europe, with stops in England, Portugal, Spain, France, and Italy, before the teams arrive in Boka Bay, Montenegro, around 15-16 September and the Final Scoring Race on 20 September. The finish in Montenegro marks the first time in its over 50-year history that crews from The Ocean Race will compete on the Adriatic Sea. All seven teams will compete i...

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10Jul By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events, Holidays & Trips

Marathon travel: 2025 Kangaroo Island Marathon in South Australia 

Marathon Tours & Travel (MTT) is gearing up for its highly anticipated 2025 Kangaroo Island Marathon – scheduled for Sunday 24 August 2025 in the heart of Flinders Chase National Park on Kangaroo Island, South Australia. Originally launched in 2015 and acquired by MTT in 2024, the Kangaroo Island Marathon now forms a key part of its global Seven Continents Club adventure series. The course offers runners a spectacular journey through regenerating flora and fauna in this beautiful post‑bushfire landscape, undulating roads and trails, dramatic Southern Ocean coastlines, and the iconic Remarkable Rocks boardwalk. To ensure competitors have a seamless journey to the event, Marathon Tours and Travel offer flexible travel options, including: 3‑night Premium Packages (AU only): wit...

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22Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Events

Event in focus: 2025 Tug of War World Championships, Nottingham

The charmingly unorthodox spectacle that is the World Outdoor Tug of War Championships is returning to England this autumn – this time on the lush turf of Nottingham’s University of Nottingham Highfields Sports Complex from 4-7 September 2025.  What may look like a simple backyard game is, in fact, a high-stakes, meticulously organised test of team strength, strategy, and stamina. And what better way to embrace the quirky and communal spirit of this ancient contest than to gather around a giant rope, cheering as nations and clubs alike battle it out? History and heritage Tug of war isn’t just kids playing in their backyard – it boasts a serious pedigree. With roots stretching back to ancient Egypt (over 2500 BCE), ancient China and Greece, the sport was practiced both ceremoniall...

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16Jun By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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Austrian Alpine Open: Kitzbühel to host DP World Tour golf event in 2026

The DP World Tour is making its way to Kitzbühel in 2026, with the Austrian Alpine Open setting the stage for a new era of alpine golf. Following its successful debut at Gut Altentann, the Austrian Alpine Open 2026 will be held at the Kitzbühel-Schwarzsee-Reith golf course, marking a significant milestone for Austrian sport and year-round tourism in Tyrol.“The DP World Tour is, next to the PGA Tour, the world’s largest professional golf series,” said Karin Seiler, managing director of Tyrol Tourism. “We’re therefore very pleased to have brought this international sporting event to our region in cooperation with SalzburgerLand – and to have Kitzbühel, an experienced partner with an outstanding golf offering, on board. By hosting the event in early summer, we are strengthening the shoulder ...

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17May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Bucket List, Events

Sports travel bucket list: ‘Run for the Rainforest’ Odzala Marathon 

Organised by Kamba Africa – the only private operator granted concessions in the Republic of the Congo’s (ROC) National Parks – the ‘Run for the Rainforest’ Odzala Marathon may just be one of the most impactful endurance running events, and one of the most exclusive, with entries limited to just 50 runners.  Taking place next on 11 October 2025, the event raises vital funds for African Parks to continue their protection of the world’s second largest rainforest by allowing participants to fundraise among their network while experiencing one of the planet’s most pristine ecosystems in Odzala-Kokoua National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.  The day will feature three distinct race categories to engage a diverse range of participants. The main 42km Odzala Rainforest Marath...

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17May By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Editor's Pick, Events

NFL 2025 International Games: teams confirmed for São Paulo, Dublin, London, Berlin and Madrid

The National Football League (NFL) has announced the schedule and teams for the 2025 International Games that will be played in São Paulo, Brazil, and across Europe in Dublin, Ireland; London, England; Berlin, Germany; and Madrid, Spain.  On Sunday 28 September, the Pittsburgh Steelers will face the Minnesota Vikings at Croke Park in Dublin, in Ireland’s first-ever regular season NFL game. The Vikings will then travel to London to play the Cleveland Browns at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium – the only purpose-built NFL stadium outside of the US – on Sunday 5 October, which sees the team play two consecutive international games. The New York Jets will take on the Denver Broncos on Sunday 12 October, also at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The third and final game in London will feature the Jackson...

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12Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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Paris 2024 Olympics legacy: an ‘exceptional’ year for French tourism 

The Atout France - France Tourism Development Agency has revealed how the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games contributed to one of the most memorable years for France’s travel industry. The games provided a unique opportunity to showcase France's rich heritage and strengthened its image as a must-visit destination. In total, 12 million tickets were sold for the games while nearly five billion viewers worldwide tuned in. Overall in 2024, France welcomed more than 100 million international tourists, generating €71 billion in revenue.  Nathalie Delattre, France's minister of tourism, said: "2024 will remain engraved in history as an exceptional year for France. The commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, the Olympic and Paralympic Games, and the reopening of ...

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5Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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RWC Experiences unveils Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 hospitality packages

RWC Experiences, a joint venture between World Rugby and Sports Travel & Hospitality (STH), has unveiled the hospitality packages for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025. Hosted across eight venues in England from 22 August to 27 September 2025, the tournament is set to break attendance and global viewership records. From private suites and fine dining to karaoke and vibrant dancefloors, fans will get the chance to experience Rugby World Cup matches like never before. The fusion of world-class rugby and captivating entertainment has been designed with fans at its core, offering packages that fully immerse supporters in the tournament’s atmosphere.  Pitch Perfect – The Ultimate Karaoke Experience: The Pitch Perfect Karaoke Experience invites fans to kick off their matchday in ...

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1Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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Tour de France 2027 men’s and women’s races to start in the UK

The Grand Départs of the 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift will be hosted by the United Kingdom. This marks the first time that both the opening stages of the men’s and women’s events will take place in the same country, outside of France.  England, Scotland, and Wales are all set to host stages of this famous cycling event in 2027, making it the largest free sporting spectacle in British history with millions expected to line the streets for the return of the Tour de France, and to witness the first ever staging of the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift in the UK.  The men’s Tour de France will begin in Edinburgh, Scotland. Further route details for both the men’s and women’s 2027 Grand Départs will be announced, with the focus on maximising the opportunit...

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1Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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2025 travel and tourism industry events and conferences calendar

In this month-by-month calendar, we take a look at the travel and tourism industry events and conferences that are taking place in 2025. Travel trade events play a vital role in shaping the future of global tourism. These gatherings bring together key stakeholders, including airlines, hotels, travel agencies, tour operators, and technology providers, to network, share insights, and discuss emerging trends.  Major events like World Travel Market (WTM) in London, ITB Berlin in Germany and Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai are prime examples of platforms where professionals can forge partnerships, explore new markets, and showcase products. These conferences often set the stage for important agreements, such as destination marketing initiatives and technological solutions to en...

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28Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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Sports travel bucket list: Go Privilege x Yoshi hospitality at the F1 Monaco GP

VIP events and luxury travel provider Go Privilege has announced an exclusive three-year partnership with Monte Carlo restaurant Yoshi for hospitality experiences at the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix. Located in the iconic Metropole Hotel, Yoshi the only Japanese MICHELIN-starred restaurant in Monte Carlo. Set within an elevated Japanese garden terrace just a few metres above the track, Yoshi overlooks the straight between Casino Square and the Fairmont Hotel, providing unbeatable, up-close views of the cars, coupled with the restaurant’s globally renowned exquisite cuisine and flawless service.  The hospitality includes a gourmet breakfast, multi-course lunch and dinner menu crafted by Yoshi’s world-class chefs, free-flowing champagne, Japanese-inspired cocktails, live music and...

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24Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

Editor's Pick, Events, Venues & Stadiums

Premier League Summer Series 2025 to be held in New Jersey, Chicago and Atlanta

Four top-flight English football clubs – AFC Bournemouth, Everton, Manchester United and West Ham United – will travel to the United States for this year’s Premier League Summer Series.  Taking place from 26 July to 3 August 2025, the Premier League Summer Series will see each team play a total of three matches across stadiums in New Jersey, Chicago and Atlanta.  The fixtures kick off on Saturday 26 July at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, with Everton taking on Bournemouth and Man Utd facing West Ham. On Wednesday 30 July, Soldier Field in Chicago will host West Ham vs. Everton and Man Utd vs. Bournemouth. The final round of games on Sunday 3 August will then see Bournemouth vs. West Ham and Man Utd vs. Everton at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. Fans only need to buy ...

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16Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments

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The Ocean Race Europe 2025 adds historic stop in Nice, France

The Ocean Race Europe, the fully-crewed offshore sailing race for the foiling IMOCA Class, will visit the Mediterranean coast of France for the first time this summer with a historic stop in Nice from 29-31 August 2025. Connecting the Baltic with the Mediterranean and Adriatic Seas, with races between seven iconic cities and countries, The Ocean Race Europe will start on Sunday 10 August 2025 from Kiel, Germany with the mixed male/female crews of the IMOCA fleet racing through the Baltic Sea and North Sea and into the English Channel for a quick stop in Portsmouth, UK from 14-17 August. From there, the race continues with a fly-by via Portugal (20 August), before entering the Mediterranean Sea en route to Cartagena, Spain (23-26 August). The short stop in Nice is next, from 29-31 Augus...

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