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TEAMS Europe Heads to The Belfry in 2026

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March Madness Remains a Big Deal in Small Divisions

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Battle Ongoing for NGB Recognition of Surfing

Two organizations seeking to be the national governing body for the sport of surfing in the United States have each...

Sports ETA Symposium Showcases Tulsa’s Sports Scene

Sports ETA Symposium Showcases Tulsa’s Sports Scene

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Upcoming NCAA Championship Bid Cycle Detailed

Upcoming NCAA Championship Bid Cycle Detailed

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Big Ideas Turn into Big Business for Destinations

Big Ideas Turn into Big Business for Destinations

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Destinations Give Insight into Building Relationships with Rights Holders

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L.A. Tourism to Promote Region for World Cup, Super Bowl

L.A. Tourism to Promote Region for World Cup, Super Bowl

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Esports World Cup 2025 Finalizes Schedule, Lineup of Games

Esports World Cup 2025 Finalizes Schedule, Lineup of Games

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Spring Digital Issue

Spring 2025 Digital Edition

Spring 2025 Digital Edition

Read the Spring 2025 digital edition of SportsTravel! This issue offers a look at the evolution of esports events, new...

SportsTravel Bid Bowl

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Sports Events Up for Bid

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SportsTravel Podcast

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SportsTravel Podcast: Insights and Expert Analysis

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2025 Sports Calendar: The Year in Major Events

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New York State: A Regional Guide

With 11 geographically distinct regions, New York State’s world-class tourism industry welcomes all types of visitors (some 306.3 million in...