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England is the perfect destination for soccer teams of all levels, ages, and genders, offering plenty of playing, training, and cultural opportunities. We use Manchester and London as bases to explore all that England has to offer, as these two cities offer the best local teams for your games as well as great history to explore. From Manchester and London you can also explore Liverpool, Oxford, Bath, Newcastle, York, Blackpool and more. With so much to see and do in England, this is a country to visit repeatedly without doing the same things twice.

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“My daughter and I had a wonderful experience in London last week. The touring, the soccer matches, and the entire week went incredibly smoothly and was filled with fun experiences.” – Teresa Heitzmann, MSYSA Girls London

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• The Central Library (inspired by the Pantheon in Rome)
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• Manchester Cathedral, and much more!

“Our England trip with Excel was a top quality experience for our program. The training facilities we used were excellent and for our players to face the reserve teams of three top EPL teams was a great opportunity for them. Our players also toured Old Trafford Stadium and attended the Manchester United v Liverpool and Spurs v Arsenal games. This was a once in a lifetime opportunity for our players.” –   Sasho Cirovski, Head Coach, University of Maryland Men’s Soccer, England

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Sportsworld Acquisition

• Published September 26, 2023

Destination Sport Group have announced the acquisition of Sportsworld.

Founded in 1980, Sportsworld specialise in the design and delivery of international hospitality and travel programmes for sponsors, corporations, spectators and governing bodies at major international events such as Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League and The Championships, Wimbledon.

As the official travel partner to The FA, Sportsworld are responsible for arranging travel programmes for England national men’s and women’s teams including recent major tournaments in Qatar and Australia and New Zealand.

Sportsworld are also officially appointed by Manchester City FC, delivering supporter travel for European competitions plus official ticket and hotel breaks for all home fixtures.

The Sportsworld business will continue to be led by Managing Director Nathan Wilson.

With over 200 staff in 14 countries around the world, Destination Sport Group is a global leader in sports travel with expertise in travel management for elite sports clubs and governing bodies, supporter travel, youth development tours, endurance and participation travel plus global destination management.

Destination Sport Group Managing Director Paul Hemingway commented,

“We are pleased to bring Sportsworld into the Destination Sport Group to support our ambition of building a comprehensive, best-in-class travel solution on a global basis.

“Sportsworld has a strong reputation for delivering international hospitality and travel programmes at high-profile sporting events, plus its work on behalf of partners including The FA and Manchester City FC.

“Our organisations and their offerings clearly complement each other, and we are excited to benefit from the expertise and capabilities that Sportsworld will bring to Destination Sport Group.”

Sportsworld Managing Director Nathan Wilson commented,

“We are delighted to join forces and be part of Destination Sport Group, which we have long admired for their excellent reputation within our sector.

“Sportsworld is an award-winning hospitality and events travel business and we truly believe this partnership will deliver new and exciting opportunities for our customers and corporate clients.”

To find out more about Sportsworld please click HERE

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Destination Sport Group has acquired Sportsworld in a merger of two European sports hospitality programmers that have specialized with programs at major international events across the globe.

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Founded in 1980, Sportsworld has designed and delivered international hospitality and travel programs for sponsors, corporations, spectators and governing bodies at events such as the Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League and Wimbledon.

As the official travel partner to The FA, Sportsworld is responsible for arranging travel programs for England national men’s and women’s teams. It also is officially appointed by Manchester City to deliver supporter travel for European competitions plus official ticket and hotel breaks for all home fixtures.

“We are delighted to join forces and be part of Destination Sport Group, which we have long admired for their excellent reputation within our sector,” Sportsworld Managing Director Nathan Wilson said. “We truly believe this partnership will deliver new and exciting opportunities for our customers and corporate clients.”

With over 200 staff in 14 countries around the world, Destination Sport Group works with sports clubs and governing bodies for supporter travel and more.

“We are pleased to bring Sportsworld into the Destination Sport Group to support our ambition of building a comprehensive, best-in-class travel solution on a global basis,” Destination Sport Group Managing Director Paul Hemingway said. “Sportsworld has a strong reputation for delivering international hospitality and travel programs at high-profile sporting events, plus its work on behalf of partners including The FA and Manchester City FC. Our organizations and their offerings clearly complement each other, and we are excited to benefit from the expertise and capabilities that Sportsworld will bring to Destination Sport Group.”

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Destination Sport Group (DSG) has announced the acquisition of FA and Manchester City hospitality partner Sportsworld.

According to a statement issued by DSG, the Sportsworld business — which is also based in Manchester — will continue to be led by managing director Nathan Wilson. No financial details were issued regarding the acquisition.

Sportsworld is the official travel partner to The FA and also counts Manchester City among its clients.

Founded in 1980, Sportsworld specialises in the design and delivery of international hospitality and travel programmes for sponsors, corporations, spectators and governing bodies at major international events such as Olympic Games, FIFA World Cup, UEFA Champions League and The Championships, Wimbledon.

Paul Hemingway, DSG’s managing director, said: “We are pleased to bring Sportsworld into the Destination Sport Group to support our ambition of building a comprehensive, best-in-class travel solution on a global basis.

“Sportsworld has a strong reputation for delivering international hospitality and travel programmes at high-profile sporting events, plus its work on behalf of partners including The FA and Manchester City FC.

“Our organisations and their offerings clearly complement each other, and we are excited to benefit from the expertise and capabilities that Sportsworld will bring to Destination Sport Group.”

Excellent reputation

As the official travel partner to The FA, Sportsworld is responsible for arranging travel programmes for England national men’s and women’s teams. It delivers supporter travel services to Manchester City for European competitions plus official ticket and hotel breaks for all home fixtures.

DSG has more than 200 staff in 14 countries around the world, and its services include travel management for elite sports clubs and governing bodies, supporter travel, youth development tours, endurance and participation travel plus global destination management. It recently acted as the official travel management partner for the Premier League Summer Series in the US.

Sportsworld managing director Wilson added: “We are delighted to join forces and be part of Destination Sport Group, which we have long admired for their excellent reputation within our sector.

“Sportsworld is an award-winning hospitality and events travel business and we truly believe this partnership will deliver new and exciting opportunities for our customers and corporate clients.”

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- All members, whether new or renewing, will be required to upload a new membership photo.      We strongly advise that all members either take a new photo before they begin or, upload a photo from their gallery instead of using the ‘camera’ function in the sign-up process.    

This is due to a current issue that affects the quality of the image you take, and it could impact how long it takes us to process your membership card.  We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

- If you are intending on renewing or creating an account for a Junior member we advise that you do this within the same sign-up flow, as opposed to signing up yourself and then attempting to sign up a Junior separately

- Whether you are a brand-new member or renewing, you will see language within the sign-up process talking about ‘joining’. Don’t be concerned if you are a renewing member, your discounted price will be reflected in the summary page before you pay - All renewing members will have six months, until Friday 21 July 2023, to renew at the discounted price - Any member under the age of 16 at the point of joining the Travel Club will be considered a Junior member and receive the Junior Member price - Upon successfully joining, you will be met with a confirmation screen.  As soon as your account has been updated in the back end of our system you will receive a welcome/confirmation email Please note that during times when there is a high volume of sign-ups this can take up to  48 hours to receive -   Members who are renewing from the 2020-2022 FIFA World Cup Qatar membership will receive one renewal cap

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“ The fans play an important role in helping the team to perform. Wherever we turn up, we know there will be supporters with us every step of the way. It takes a lot to follow England and we will never take it for granted. If I reflect on how far we have come in recent years, travel club members have been a big part of our story. We are all representing our country with pride and hopefully we can give the fans even more special moments in future. ” –  Gareth Southgate

Whether you plan to cheer on Southgate’s Three Lions here at Wembley, on the road, or both, the England Supporters Travel Club is the best way to secure your tickets at the best price.

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After COVID we revised our renewal prices, reducing them for both adult and junior members. We are pleased to announce that these prices will remain for the next campaign. Renewing Members (members of 2020–2022 ESTC who renew before 21 July 2023: Adult:  £55 Junior:  £15 Please note :  All members who renew will enter the sign up process as a 'new' user. However, at the end, and before you pay, you will be presented with the renewal prices New Members: Adult:  £75 Junior:  £30 How long will the 2022–2024 Membership run for?

The 2022–2024 England Supporters Travel Club will run from now until the final of UEFA EURO 2024 on Sunday 14 July 2024. What will happen to my Caps total?

At the start of every new membership cycle, every member’s ‘Active Caps’ total will be updated. When a new membership cycle starts, only the caps which were earned from matches that took place during the previous membership will remain ‘active’. Therefore, the highest caps total any member will be able to have after the reset will go from 54 caps to 28.  That equates to 26 caps for matches attended, one for renewal if you were a member of the previous membership and an additional bonus cap for members who are now in their third consecutive membership. Work will be carried out on caps/the caps table over the coming week. Please don’t be shocked when you see your caps totals change or decrease. The Bonus Cap The ‘Bonus Cap’ will be added to your cap total if you are renewing for a third consecutive time. i.e., If you were a member of the 2018-2020 membership and the 2020-2022 membership, and then choose to renew again for the current membership, then you will have an additional cap added to your ‘Active Cap’ totals. Italy v England Match Registration England will play their first away UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifier on 23 March 2023 against Italy in Naples. Registrations for this fixture will open on Thursday 26 January 2023 and run until Thursday 16 February 2023. Only members of the 2022-2024 membership will be able to register their interest in this fixture. At this moment in time, we are still awaiting confirmation on our final allocation for this match.  We expect to have this confirmed to us by the Italian FA before the end of February. Other Important Information For this membership cycle, all members will be required to upload a new image for their membership card, so please do not be alarmed if your previous image is no longer available to select. You can find all the Rules and Regulations on the Travel Club right here.

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England and Wales fans urged to follow World Cup travel tips: Qatar 2022

The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) issues 6 top tips for travelling England and Wales fans to help avoid preventable problems.

• FCDO issues 6 top tips to help travelling fans enjoy the tournament in Qatar
• One month to go to the start of the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup
• England and Wales bosses Gareth Southgate and Rob Page encourage supporters to check out Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) Travel Advice

With only 1 month to go until the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup kicks off in Qatar, the FCDO has issued 6 top tips for travelling England and Wales fans. Following these tips will help fans avoid preventable problems and enjoy the tournament.

Any Brit planning to attend the World Cup is advised to:

prepare before you go. Our checklist has all the practical steps that fans need to think about before they head off to the tournament, from passport validity to health prescriptions

read our Travel Advice and sign up for e-mail alerts. World Cup-specific information can be found at gov.uk/qatar2022 . Our Qatar travel advice is kept under constant review so fans should sign up for email alerts to stay up to date on the latest developments throughout the tournament

follow the entry requirements for Qatar. To enter Qatar, fans must have a Hayya Card (a form of fan ID), as well as proof of a negative COVID-19 result through a valid PCR or rapid antigen test certificate. Accommodation must be arranged before travelling out

get travel insurance . Without it, fans risk medical bills which may run to thousands of pounds. Fans should check that insurance covers them for all destinations, medical needs, COVID-19 costs and planned activities

know the do’s and don’ts. Qatari laws and customs are very different to those in the UK. There may be serious penalties for doing something that is not an offence in the UK. The availability of alcohol, and associated laws, will be different to previous tournaments

steer clear of drugs. Qatar takes a zero tolerance approach and visitors can expect a severe penalty for the possession of even residual amounts. Punishment can include lengthy custodial sentences

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly said:

The countdown to the World Cup is on, with only a month to go until the action kicks off in Qatar. We want all travelling Brits to enjoy their World Cup experience, and they are more likely to do so if they prepare before they go. Following our 6 top tips and signing up to Qatar travel advice email alerts will help fans have the best possible time at the tournament. The FCDO is working closely with a range of partners, including the Football Associations, fan representatives and UK Police, to provide practical information and advice to travelling supporters.

England Manager, Gareth Southgate said:

I know how much our fans look forward to watching England at major tournaments. With only 1 month to go, I would suggest anyone travelling to the World Cup signs up for the UK Government’s travel alerts. As well as keeping them across all the information they need, they will get important tips too for getting the most out of following England away. We look forward to seeing them all at the finals.

Wales Manager, Rob Page said:

Everyone in Wales is looking forward to seeing Cymru in the World Cup, our first appearance in the competition since 1958. For those fans who are travelling to Qatar, we know how excited they are to be watching Cymru play at the tournament but it’s incredibly important that they keep up to date with the very latest information and advice. For the best possible experience, we advise our fans to sign-up to the Qatar travel advice email alerts.

Ashley Brown, England Fan Embassy Team, part of the Football Supporters Association said:

Travelling to World Cups always requires a level of planning for supporters to make sure we get the most out of a tournament – whether that’s match days, sightseeing or general safety. Qatar has very different laws to the UK and we’d encourage all fans to familiarise themselves with the FCDO ’s 6 top tips and to follow the FSA for further supporter-specific updates.

Paul Corkrey, Fan Embassy Wales said:

This is our first World cup in a generation and we know the Welsh fans will be determined to enjoy the experience. It is a trip to the unknown but information is available and we urge the Red Wall to bookmark the FCDO Travel Advice website.

The UK will have a consular presence in Qatar and across the region throughout the tournament. British nationals needing help or advice will be able to contact the FCDO by phone 24/7 on +44 (0)20 7008 5000 or by calling the Embassy locally on +974 4496 2000.  Fans in Qatar can access the Qatari emergency services by dialling 999.

Fans planning to travel elsewhere in the region should check the Travel Advice for each location they plan to visit or transit through. Rules and requirements will vary from country to country.

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Your Trip to England: The Complete Guide

England is more than just the iconic sites in London, and planning a trip to the country can be overwhelming thanks to its many destinations and famous attractions. Whether you're looking to enjoy England's beaches, its historic sites or to pub hop through the countryside, there's a lot to consider before arriving in Blighty. From what to eat to where to stay, here's everything you need to know about visiting England.

Planning Your Trip

Best Time to Visit: England makes for an amazing holiday destination any time of year, but take advantage of the warmer weather and long days during the summer, especially July and August, to make the most of your trip. If you prefer to avoid crowds, visit in May or September. Christmas is also very popular all over England, with celebrations, lights and holiday markets taking place throughout December.

Language: English is the primary language spoken in England, however many residents hail from all over the world, so it's not surprising to hear multiple other languages spoken, especially in bigger cities like London.

Currency: The currency in the U.K. is the pound sterling, also known as GBP or just "the pound."

Getting Around: England has a vast network of trains, which connect both the major cities and smaller towns. While trains are the easiest way to travel, visitors can also rent a car or opt for cheaper buses. Within major cities, look for public transportation, like the Tube in London or the trams in Manchester. Taxis and Ubers are also plentiful in more populous destinations.

Travel Tip: There's a lot to see and do in England despite it being a relatively small country, so plan your itinerary to maximize a particular region or activity. Be sure to give yourself at least two days in London and then venture onward to another area, whether it's the beaches of Dorset or the excitement of a northern city like Manchester.

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Things to Do

There are a considerable amount of things to do around England and what you choose to do depends on your preferences. Consider visiting a town like Brighton or Whistable if you want to hang out on the beach, or drive through the picturesque Cotswolds to enjoy the famed English countryside. Historic sites, like Winchester Cathedral and Whitby Abbey, are popular with visitors, as are museums like the Tate Modern in London and Manchester Art Gallery in Manchester. Lovers of literature will also find a lot of interesting attractions, from Jane Austen's House in Hampshire to the birthplace of Shakespeare in Stratford-upon-Avon.

• Pay a visit to Stonehenge , which is a great day trip from London or a stop on the way to Bath or Bristol.
• Take a day trip to Windsor Castle , located in Windsor. Other popular royal sites include Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, and St. Paul’s Cathedral.
• Experience the real Downton Abbey at Highclere Castle , which can be found in Hampshire, not far from Winchester or Newbury.
• Embark on a hiking trip in the Lake District or Peak District, or stroll along the Dorset Coast on the South West Coastal Path .
• Venture southwest to Cornwall, a scenic coastal area with lots to do , like the Tate St. Ives and the Eden Project.

Explore more attractions with our full-length articles on the best things to do in England and the best beaches in England .

What to Eat and Drink

English food is a lot better than you might assume, especially in the bigger cities where there's a vast range of international options. For a truly classic experience, dine in a local pub, which can be a great way to try favorite British dishes like a Sunday roast or bangers and mash (as well as a refreshing pint). The country is dotted with Michelin-starred pubs, like The Crown in Bray and The Hand & Flowers in Marlow, and it's worth seeking out a higher-end pub experience.

• In the seaside towns, seek out fish and chip shops for the freshest catch. When in doubt, ask a local for their favorite shop.
• Enjoy afternoon tea, a traditional experience in England. Visitors can find it at any number of local tea rooms or hotels. Some of the best include Cliveden House Hotel, Fortnum and Mason, and most National Trust properties around the country.
• Indulge in a full English breakfast, which can be found on most breakfast menus around England. It's a good way to fill up for a day of sightseeing, too.
• England may not be famous for its wine, but there are many wineries around the countries, most in the south. Look for vineyards like Rodington, Chapel Down, and Greyfriars.

Learn more about English cuisine with our article on the best foods to try in England .

Where to Stay

Deciding where to stay in England depends on your destination. There are plenty of hotels throughout the country, both in the cities and in rural areas, but some spots, like beach towns, are better experienced with a holiday rental. In the cities, opt for a hotel near the center of town, like Covert Garden in London, to make your trip more walkable. Many pubs also offer accommodation, which can be a cheaper option in small towns. For a splurge, look for luxury country house hotels, like Chewton Glen, Clivden House Hotel, and Lime Wood Hotel.

Getting There

Most travelers coming from the U.S. arrive in London by plane, flying into nearby airports like Heathrow, Gatwick, Luton, and City. However, England has numerous airports, some of which are international and have flights to and from the U.S. Visitors from Europe can take the Eurostar train into St. Pancreas from Paris, Brussels, or Amsterdam.

• Heathrow International Airport: Heathrow, located west of London, is the primary airport used by international travelers coming to England. It can be accessed by Tube, train, bus, or taxi, and it's recommended to look into public transportation when arriving during rush hour. The Heathrow Express gets passengers from the airport into Paddington Station in only 15 minutes. Travelers can catch trains to the rest of England from Paddington, as well as Kings Cross, Euston, Waterloo, and Victoria.
• Manchester Airport: Manchester Airport is a large international airport with three terminals, serving the areas around Northwest England, including Liverpool and the Peak District. It's accessible to central Manchester by Metrolink tram service, train, bus, or taxi.
• Birmingham Airport: Birmingham Airport is an international airport located near Birmingham, Coventry, and Leicester, with transportation links to most of central England. Most airlines connect to the U.S. via Europe.
• London City Airport: Located centrally, London City is popular with short-haul flights to Europe, but also services the U.S. via New York City. Taxis or public transportation are both good options to head into London, which has connections to the rest of England via train.

Explore our article on  how to get to Heathrow , as well as  our guide to London's airports and our guide to England's airports .

Culture and Customs

While England, especially international cities like Manchester and London, can feel similar to the U.S., there are a few differences, notably when it comes to tipping and service. All restaurants and bars will include a service charge (usually 12.5 percent) on the bill, so there's not need to leave extra cash. If you do want to leave a cash tip, 10 to 15 percent is customary. It's also nice to tip food delivery people, taxi drivers and bartenders, although they don't expect large tips the way service people do in the U.S.

If you encounter a long queue, and you likely will, it's considered polite to stand patiently in line without complaint or cutting. The English also have a reputation for being fairly reserved in public, especially on public transportation, so be mindful of your volume, particularly when traveling in a group or with kids. Of course, all of that polite behavior goes out the window at a pub, especially during a sports match.

If you decide to rent a car, there are some important road rules to learn when driving in England, including driving on the opposite side of the road. Read our guide to driving in the U.K. before you head out.

Money Saving Tips

• Take advantage of free museums as much as possible. London and Manchester have many museums that are free to enter, including the British Museum and the Manchester Art Gallery, and there are great free attractions throughout England. It's a good way to see iconic spots without spending any of your travel budget.
• Long-distance buses (called coaches in England) are the cheapest way to get around, although they may not be the most exciting. Those on a budget can opt to take a coach between cities. Look for good options with National Express when journeying to and from London.
• To save money on meals, look for holiday rentals or self-catering accommodations that have kitchens. It's easy to find local grocery stores or markets anywhere in England, so why not try your hand at some bangers and mash at home?
• England is full of beautiful parks and gardens, many of which are free to enter. It's a good way to spend time outside, especially if you bring along a picnic. During the warmer months, take advantage of the country's outdoor spaces for quick and cheap lunches and nice strolls.

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25 Best Sports Travel Companies and Packages Tour Operators Worldwide

Last Updated on May 11, 2023

On this page, you will find 50 of the best sports tourism and sports travel providers in the world. If there is a company that is missing that you feel we should add, please feel free to contact me .

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1. Sportsnet Holidays, Australia

An Australian-based company that provides tickets, accommodation, and packages for sports events worldwide.

Sportnet includes a focus on Aussie events such as the Australian Open Tennis and the Melbourne Cup horse racing.

Visit SportsNet Holidays

2. MVP Travel, UK

As a subsidiary of Hays Travel, MVP Travel are a UK-based company that organises trips to some of the world’s best sporting events including:

• Indianapolis 500
• US Open Golf

Visit the site of MVP Travel .

3. SportsTravelandTours, USA

Sportstravelandtours.com is one of the leading U.S.-based companies providing tickets and packages to major events.

Whilst they have a heavy focus on U.S. sports such as basketball, baseball, and rodeo, they also provide tours for tennis, soccer, hockey and motor racing.

Visit sportsandtraveltours.com here.

4. Roadtrips.com, USA

Another U.S. based company that is worth looking at are Roadtrips.com

Roadtrips focus more on the luxury side of sports travel and events and provide a more bespoke service than some sports tickets and tour providers.

They also focus more so on the major events including the summer and winter Olympics, the Kentucky Derby, the MLC All-star game, and the major F1 races and soccer tournaments.

Visit Roadtrips.com here.

5. Elitesportstours, Canada

If you are Canadian-based, you might wish to take a look at ‘Elite Sports Tours’. EST offers sports travel packages to Major League Baseball (MLB) games, NBA basketball, and Major League baseball games.

So, if you are Canadian and looking to travel to the U.S. to experience one of the major U.S. sports, EST is worth looking at.

Visit Elitesportstours.ca here.

6. BAC Sport Limited, England

BAC is a London, England, based sports and hospitality provider, and they’ve been in business for over 25 years and made a good name for themselves.

As a British company, BAC offers packages for Commonwealth sports such as rugby and cricket. They also deal with all of the Formula One Grand Prix, golf, and tennis.

More on BAC Sport here.

7. Victory Sports Tours, USA

Based in Massachusetts, USA, Victory Sports Tours is a little different from the aforementioned companies in that they focus on helping sports teams to tour.

So, if you are a school, college, or university sports team, Victory can work to organize a tour for you within the States, or to more regions of the world.

They organize the travel, matches versus local sides at the places you visit (if needed), and cultural excursions for the tour group.

You can find Victory Sports Tours website here and they are also on Facebook .

8. Fanatic Sports, India

Fanatic Sports are based in Mumbai, India, and they are a sports tour operator that is heavily involved with sports such as cricket, tennis, F1, rugby, and golf.

They focus on hospitality and have offices also in Singapore, UAE, and Canada.

You can find Fanatic Sports here or on Twitter .

9. Spectate Travel, UK

Based in Chester, England, ITC has been organizing tailor-made sports trips for over 35 years and they are very good for cricket and rugby packages, as well as many of the major horse racing events (such as the Dubai World Cup and the Breeders Cup).

They also provide packages for F1 trips and the Ryder Cup.

Find Spectate Travel here .

10. Sporta Tours, U.S.

Similar to Victory Sport in the U.S., this sports travel agency based in Jaipur, India, organizes sporting trips for teams from schools, clubs, universities, colleges, and professional clubs, to visit several locations worldwide.

Sporta has been organizing tailor-made trips since 2006, having originally focused on cricket. Now though they organize trips worldwide for some major sporting bodies.

You can find Sports Tours here on Facebook .

11. Sportsbreaks.com, UK

‘Sports Break’ is a Manchester, UK, based company that provides packages that include tickets, travel, and hotel.

Few of the other providers we have so far mentioned have a heavy focus on football (soccer) but sportsbreak.com offers packages to many games for many of the leading European clubs, including Manchester United/City, Real Madrid, Liverpool, Chelsea, Rangers, and Benfica.

They also offer packaged trips to see tennis, cricket, darts, and a few other events.

You can find Sportsbreak.com here.

12. Sportstravelinternational.com, Ireland

As one of Ireland’s leading sports travel and package companies, ‘Sports Travel International’ are quite distinct from all of the aforementioned companies.

They are especially good for runners , i.e if you want to enter one of the main marathons around the world. This includes the Petra Desert Marathon, triathlon, and cycling events are focused on.

So, if you are interested in running, cycling, or triathlons then they are especially good.

You can find the site of SportsTravelInternational.com here .

13. Go Sport Travel, Sweden

Based in Örnsköldsvik, Sweden, ‘Go Sport’ is particularly adept at putting sporting travel packages together for Premiership football games, especially for the Scandinavian market.

They do also though provide tickets and travel for other major events, including the golf majors and for gold breaks.

You can visit the site of Go Sport Travel here .

14. VenaTour

Based in Cheltenham, England, VenaTour is a specialist in rugby tours to see the major rugby events.

If you need tickets to events such as the Rugby World Cup, 6 Nations, the Dubai Sevens, or the British Lions tour, VenaTour is certainly worth checking.

Visit VenaTour here .

15. Ski Solutions, UK

Turning to winter sports, an excellent company in the UK that specializes specifically in skiing is ‘Ski Solutions’.

Based in London, England, ski solutions are experts in providing ski packages to Austria, France, Switzerland, the USA, and about a dozen countries in all.

In addition to ski trips, they also provide snowboarding holidays and trips.

You can learn more about Ski Solutions here .

16. Bike Adventures, UK

For cycling and mountain biking experiences, BikeAdventures.co.uk is an excellent and well-established company and is UK-based.

They organize cycle trips worldwide including Asia, Europe, and North America.

You can find Bike Adventures here .

17. EDUSport, South Africa

EduSport is one of South Africa’s leading agencies dealing with sporting holidays, breaks, and tickets.

As a country in which rugby and cricket are particularly popular sports, you might not be surprised to learn that EduSport is a specialist in providing tickets and travel for the rugby world cups and major cricket events.

What I like about EDUSport though is that they provide participant sports opportunities for you if you are looking for yourself to get involved, such as with cycling, golf , hiking, and running.

Can visit EduSport here .

18. St. Thomas Water Sports, Virgin Islands

Watersports SVI (St.Thomas Virgin Islands) provides a range of water sports and activities for travelers to the stunning island of St.Thomas in the Caribbean Ocean.

Some options include:

• Nighttime kayaking
• Sunset sailing trips

You can learn more here .

19. Lion Sports Travel, England

Given the name of the company, it might be a giver away that Lion Sports focus on the British Lions (rugby) and other rugby international and tournaments.

Lion provides sporting tickets and travel packages also for major international cricket, netball, basketball., hockey, and golf.

A major part of their focus is on South Africa, Singapore, India, Barbados, Dubai, and Sri Lanka.

Here’s the Lion Sports official website .

20. Ama Travel, Canada

Ama Travel is a sports vacation company that is based in Canada

Whilst not specifically a sports vacation provider, their mountain and ski vacation packages in the Rocky Mountains are worth checking.

You can find Ama Travel here .

21. Alliance Sports Travel, USA

If you are looking for sports tickets and travel packages for major U.S. sports, Alliance is a great option.

Alliance focus on college-level sports and helps college sports team to organize their own package to travel and play other teams in the U.S.

Learn more about Alliance here .

22. Florida First Sports

Whilst they also provide non-sporting travel and vacation, Florida First has a sports holiday division that provides services that include:

• diving trips
• water-skiing
• tennis academies
• biking vacations
• NFL tickets for the Florida-based teams (the Dolphins, Buccanneers, and the Jaguars).
• Tickets also for the pro baseball, basketball, and soccer matches that take place in the state, such as for Inter Miami .

Learn more about the Florida First Sporting options .

23. Sportstravelinc, USA

Group sports travel is the focus of the Texan-based company SportsTravelInc.

They organize sporting trips for school, youth, and college groups, i.e. team travel trips. They also organize group sporting trips for adults.

You can discover more on Sports Travel Inc here .

24. Williment, New Zealand

Being New Zealand-based, Williment understandably has a high focus on organizing trips to NZ sporting events.

If you are interested, for example, in tickets and packages to see the top NRL (New Zealand Rugby League) games, the Repco Bathurst 1000 (Supercars event), or one of the F1 races, Williment is worth checking.

More on Williment here .

25. Sporting Holiday Group, UK

The ‘Sporting Holiday Group’ is a small UK business run by Ben Clubley and Max Alvy and they focus mostly on European-based sporting events and travel.

Their business is backed by ABTA and you can learn more about them here .

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Security Increased for Champions League Games After ISIS Threats

Online messages urged violent attacks on four matches, prompting the police in England, France and Spain to step up precautions.

By Aurelien Breeden ,  Rachel Chaundler and Tariq Panja

Reporting from London and Zaragoza, Spain.

Public safety officials in England, France and Spain said Tuesday that they would step up security for matches this week in the Champions League, Europe’s marquee soccer competition, after ISIS-related groups called for violent attacks on the contests.

The first of four quarterfinal matchups were scheduled in London and Madrid on Tuesday, and were to feature some of the top clubs in world soccer: Spain’s Real Madrid; the English giants Arsenal and Manchester City; and Germany’s Bayern Munich. Two other high-profile matches will take place on Wednesday in Paris and Madrid.

“We don’t know what location might be particularly targeted, neither in what conditions,” the French interior minister, Gérald Darmanin, told reporters in Paris. But he said he had spoken with police officials in Paris on Tuesday morning and had been assured that they “have considerably reinforced the security measures.”

In Spain, the interior ministry said it had raised the country’s terrorist alert level after the appearance of a photo online carrying the message “Kill them all” and the names of the four stadiums where this week’s games are to be played, according to reports in the Spanish newspaper El Mundo. The ministry said security measures at the matches in Madrid had been increased and additional agents deployed.

At least one of the threats was accompanied by an image showing the main entrances to Arsenal’s stadium in London.

“The U.K. terrorism threat level remains at ‘substantial,’ meaning an attack is likely,” said Ade Adelekan, the deputy assistant commissioner for the Metropolitan Police in London. The Metropolitan Police said it would have a “robust” security plan in place for the Arsenal-Bayern Munich match at London’s Emirates Stadium.

“We’re aware of online and media reports in relation to calls to target matches across Europe and here in London,” Commissioner Adelekan said. The police asked the public to report anything “that doesn’t look or feel right,” he said.

Arsenal’s game against Bayern Munich is the first of two quarterfinal matches set to take place on Tuesday. In the other, in Madrid, Real Madrid will host the English champion Manchester City.

On Wednesday, Atlético Madrid will play another German team, Borussia Dortmund, and Paris St.-Germain will host Barcelona.

European soccer’s governing body, UEFA, which organizes the tournament, said that it was aware of the threats and was in communication with the authorities in each city but that the four matches “are planned to go ahead as scheduled with appropriate security arrangements in place.”

Threats from ISIS or ISIS-affiliated groups urging attacks on Western targets are not unusual; in the wake of a deadly assault on a concert venue near Moscow last month, for example, an ISIS spokesman urged so-called lone wolves to attack targets in the United States, Europe and Israel.

While Mr. Darmanin stressed that he had no specific information about the threats in Paris and the other cities, they needed be taken seriously. He said he had directed the French intelligence services to share information with the other countries hosting quarterfinal games.

Aurelien Breeden is a reporter for The Times in Paris, covering news from France. More about Aurelien Breeden

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Sports world reacts to OJ Simpson death with silence and derision

• NFL reports on former player’s death with agency copy
• Former teams do not mention Simpson on social media

If anything got to the heart of OJ Simpson’s troubled legacy in the NFL, it was the lack of reaction to his death from a sport at which he excelled.

Simpson, whose death at the age of 76 was announced on Thursday, was one of the greatest running backs of all time. He played in the NFL for 11 seasons, led the league in rushing on four occasions and was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1985. His induction into the hall came 10 years before the murder trial, where he was controversially acquitted of killing his ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson and her friend Ronald Goldman, that would overshadow his playing career.

That trial, which ended his image as a lovable retired football star, explains the silence. When Jim Brown, a similarly talented running back, died last year the NFL tweeted a tribute within minutes of the announcement of his passing. “We are heartbroken by the passing of the legendary Jim Brown,” read the tweet. “One of the greatest players in NFL history, a true pioneer and activist. Jim Brown’s legacy will live on forever.” In contrast, the NFL’s only tweet on Thursday morning was a look back at the 1989 draft.

On the NFL’s official website, which usually posts lengthy tributes to former stars when they die, often with video from the league’s huge archive, Simpson’s death was reported with agency copy. There was no look back at his greatest games or finest touchdowns.

ESPN, the mainstream voice of sports in America, aired a segment in which reporter Jeremy Schaap reflected on Simpson . “Anyone who has seriously looked at the evidence ... would have to come to the conclusion that he was a murderer,” said Schaap. “And so am I filled with sorrow today? I’m not.”

NFL teams post tributes to social media when one of their former player dies, even if they only had a brief time with the franchise. But the Buffalo Bills, where Simpson played most of his career and became one of the most famous men in America, did not acknowledge his death on their social media accounts on Thursday. Several hours after Simpson’s death the most recent tweet on the Bills’ X account was a happy birthday message to one of their former wide receivers, Steve Tasker. Simpson’s other professional team, the San Francisco 49ers, and his college team, USC, also chose not to mention his death on their X accounts.

High-profile athletes such as LeBron James, who often reacts to the death of former sports stars, were largely silent. Caitlyn Jenner, who was an Olympic champion when Simpson’s football career was at its peak, tweeted “Good riddance”. Former NFL receiver Torrey Smith was one of the few football players willing to say anything remotely positive about Simpson.

“The amount [of] journalists/media companies that are using OJ’s court pictures to announce his death is disgusting! Regardless of what you may think about him he was innocent in court and has kids out here,” wrote Smith.

But while the sports world stayed largely silent, Simpson’s death was soon trending on X. Many of the most popular tweets were of Simpson being welcomed to hell.

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