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A year ago I was moderating a soccer panel in a 2026 host city with a prominent hotelier who told me off stage it opted out of hosting FIFA because “we can make five times as much if not more selling to fans.”
NEW:
Hotels across US, Canada & Mexico hiked prices during the FIFA World Cup in 2026, with an analysis by The Athletic revealing average increase of over 300 per cent per night around opening matches in the 16 host cities.
Report: nytimes.com/athletic/68757…
Hotels across US, Canada & Mexico hiked prices during the FIFA World Cup in 2026, with an analysis by The Athletic revealing average increase of over 300 per cent per night around opening matches in the 16 host cities.
Report: nytimes.com/athletic/68757…
December 10, 2025 at 8:03 PM
A year ago I was moderating a soccer panel in a 2026 host city with a prominent hotelier who told me off stage it opted out of hosting FIFA because “we can make five times as much if not more selling to fans.”
When you will have to listen to Alexi Lalas and Landon Donovan as analysts to have Rebecca Lowe as the host …
December 3, 2025 at 7:41 PM
When you will have to listen to Alexi Lalas and Landon Donovan as analysts to have Rebecca Lowe as the host …
From a story I wrote in 2021 …
November 9, 2025 at 7:06 PM
From a story I wrote in 2021 …
In the coming months, the Salt Lake and Park City regions will host both the International Skating Union and International Luge Federation — part of a buildup of international events and federations putting ever-deepening roots in the home of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
International Events Emphasized in Leadup to 2034 Winter Olympics
In the coming months, the Salt Lake and Park City regions will host both the International Skating Union and International Luge Federation — part of a buildup of international events and federation…
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September 25, 2025 at 7:31 PM
In the coming months, the Salt Lake and Park City regions will host both the International Skating Union and International Luge Federation — part of a buildup of international events and federations putting ever-deepening roots in the home of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games.
News and notes looking to the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games;
• How bobsled and skeleton athletes feel about the track in Cortina
• The spread-out nature of the Games logistically for athletes and NGBs.
• The attention on U.S. Ski & Snowboard after Lindsey Vonn's return to competition.
• How bobsled and skeleton athletes feel about the track in Cortina
• The spread-out nature of the Games logistically for athletes and NGBs.
• The attention on U.S. Ski & Snowboard after Lindsey Vonn's return to competition.
New Venues Bring Opportunities for 2026 U.S. Winter Olympians
With International Olympic Committee praising the completed new sliding venue for the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games, one of the longest-running sagas surrounding the event in Italy appea…
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September 24, 2025 at 3:35 PM
News and notes looking to the 2026 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games;
• How bobsled and skeleton athletes feel about the track in Cortina
• The spread-out nature of the Games logistically for athletes and NGBs.
• The attention on U.S. Ski & Snowboard after Lindsey Vonn's return to competition.
• How bobsled and skeleton athletes feel about the track in Cortina
• The spread-out nature of the Games logistically for athletes and NGBs.
• The attention on U.S. Ski & Snowboard after Lindsey Vonn's return to competition.
When the Pacific Nations Cup came to Salt Lake City on Saturday, one team was absent: The United States, after a 29-13 victory over Samoa in Denver earlier in the tournament clinched a berth in the 2027 Rugby World Cup, a crucial step ahead of when the tournament comes to the U.S. in 2031.
World Rugby, USA Rugby Continue Countdown to Future World Cups
When the Pacific Nations Cup came to Salt Lake City on Saturday for its final weekend of competition, one team was absent: The United States. Its absence was noted with excitement. Because with a 2…
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September 22, 2025 at 7:46 PM
When the Pacific Nations Cup came to Salt Lake City on Saturday, one team was absent: The United States, after a 29-13 victory over Samoa in Denver earlier in the tournament clinched a berth in the 2027 Rugby World Cup, a crucial step ahead of when the tournament comes to the U.S. in 2031.
Carlos Ezpeleta and Dan Rossomondo of Moto GP and Dorna Sports discuss Guenther Steiner taking ownership of a Moto GP team, the series since Liberty Motor Group took a new majority role, the intersection of travel and sports and how they look to elevate spectator experiences and much more.
Dan Rossomondo and Carlos Ezpeleta: The Growth of MotoGP and What’s Next to Come
Carlos Ezpeleta joined Dorna Sports as an intern in 2007, took on a full-time role in 2013 and has since worked his way to Chief Sporting Officer of MotoGP, directly responsible for the Sporting an…
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September 22, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Carlos Ezpeleta and Dan Rossomondo of Moto GP and Dorna Sports discuss Guenther Steiner taking ownership of a Moto GP team, the series since Liberty Motor Group took a new majority role, the intersection of travel and sports and how they look to elevate spectator experiences and much more.
LIV Golf will return to Hong Kong Golf Club in March 2026 for the third edition of its Hong Kong event, now elevated by a title partnership with HSBC. The Hong Kong announcement is the latest as LIV continues to roll out its 2026 schedule.
LIV Golf Returns to Hong Kong in 2026 with HSBC Sponsorship
LIV Golf will return to Hong Kong Golf Club in March 2026 for the third edition of its Hong Kong event, now elevated by a title partnership with HSBC. The Hong Kong announcement is the latest as LI…
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September 17, 2025 at 4:07 PM
LIV Golf will return to Hong Kong Golf Club in March 2026 for the third edition of its Hong Kong event, now elevated by a title partnership with HSBC. The Hong Kong announcement is the latest as LIV continues to roll out its 2026 schedule.
Podium34, an initiative by the organizing committee for the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, has raised in excess of $200 million toward its $300 million goal, more than eight years before the Games return to Utah.
Podium34 Surpasses $200 Million Raised For 2034 Olympics
Podium34, an initiative by the organizing committee for the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, has raised in excess of $200 million toward its $300 million goal, more than …
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September 8, 2025 at 10:02 PM
Podium34, an initiative by the organizing committee for the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in Salt Lake City, has raised in excess of $200 million toward its $300 million goal, more than eight years before the Games return to Utah.
It’s one of those questions that seems wild to ask: Why hasn’t TED done a sports show before? Well, the inaugural TEDSports will be staged at the Old National Centre in downtown Indianapolis starting September 9.
TEDSports Ready for Debut Conference in Indianapolis
It’s one of those questions that seems wild to ask: Why hasn’t TED done a sports show before? “TED’s always been fueled by the power of ideas to change the world, right?” said Neelay Bhatt. “Ideas …
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September 5, 2025 at 5:33 PM
It’s one of those questions that seems wild to ask: Why hasn’t TED done a sports show before? Well, the inaugural TEDSports will be staged at the Old National Centre in downtown Indianapolis starting September 9.
The past 12 months in Montreal have seen the Presidents Cup, the 4 Nations Face-Off, Formula 1, WTA and, this weekend, the return of the Jackalope action sports festival to Old Town Montreal before the UCI World Tour in two weeks’ time. It's been a big year for Montreal.
In Montreal, a Big Sports Year Continues Throughout Fall
The past 12 months in Montreal have seen the Presidents Cup, the 4 Nations Face-Off, Formula 1, WTA and, this weekend, the return of the Jackalope action sports festival to Old Town Montreal before…
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September 5, 2025 at 1:10 PM
The past 12 months in Montreal have seen the Presidents Cup, the 4 Nations Face-Off, Formula 1, WTA and, this weekend, the return of the Jackalope action sports festival to Old Town Montreal before the UCI World Tour in two weeks’ time. It's been a big year for Montreal.
Greg Easton, an American whose family has been synonymous with the sport of archery, was elected president of World Archery during the international federation’s 56th Congress in Gwangju, South Korea.
American Greg Easton Elected 10th President of World Archery
Greg Easton, an American whose family has been synonymous with the sport of archery, was elected the 10th ever president of World Archery during the international federation’s 56th Congress in Gwan…
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September 3, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Greg Easton, an American whose family has been synonymous with the sport of archery, was elected president of World Archery during the international federation’s 56th Congress in Gwangju, South Korea.
With one of the potential superstars of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games ready to burst onto the scene and two international events coming to the national governing body’s home, it is a big few months ahead for US Speedskating.
US Speedskating Sees Big Opportunities Ahead
With one of the potential superstars of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games ready to burst onto the scene and two international events coming to the national governing body’s home, it is a…
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September 2, 2025 at 2:26 PM
With one of the potential superstars of the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games ready to burst onto the scene and two international events coming to the national governing body’s home, it is a big few months ahead for US Speedskating.
Remember when people were upset about Salt Bae being on the field and holding the trophy after Argentina beat France? Because I have something to give y'all a heads-up about ...
Trump has somehow mugged Infantino for a second FIFA trophy. The obsequiousness levels remain as expected. Everyone on brand.
August 22, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Remember when people were upset about Salt Bae being on the field and holding the trophy after Argentina beat France? Because I have something to give y'all a heads-up about ...
BREAKING: The FIFA 2026 World Cup Draw will be held December 5 at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., President Donald Trump announced Friday morning with FIFA President Gianni Infantino among those on hand.
2026 FIFA World Cup Draw to be Held at Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.
The FIFA 2026 World Cup Draw will be held December 5 at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., President Donald Trump announced Friday morning with FIFA President Gianni Infantino among those on h…
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August 22, 2025 at 5:36 PM
BREAKING: The FIFA 2026 World Cup Draw will be held December 5 at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., President Donald Trump announced Friday morning with FIFA President Gianni Infantino among those on hand.
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With the Super Bowl coming in February and then six matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Levi's Stadium recently unveiled $200 million in renovations as it welcomed hundreds of season ticket holders for “Levi’s Stadium Under the Lights.”
Levi’s Stadium Debuts Upgrades Ahead of Super Bowl, FIFA 2026 World Cup
Within a year’s time, more attention than ever will be focused on Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. With the Super Bowl coming in February and then six matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, …
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August 22, 2025 at 2:33 PM
With the Super Bowl coming in February and then six matches in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Levi's Stadium recently unveiled $200 million in renovations as it welcomed hundreds of season ticket holders for “Levi’s Stadium Under the Lights.”
College football is nothing if not pageantry. With tailgating scenes that go on for hours before — and sometimes after — games, there may be no scene like it in sports This year, SportsTravel has built the ultimate weekend road trip that can last a full season.
2025’s Ultimate College Football Road Trip
There are 136 FBS football teams and this year, there are almost as many incredible games. College football is nothing if not pageantry. With tailgating scenes that go on for hours before — and som…
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August 21, 2025 at 4:37 PM
College football is nothing if not pageantry. With tailgating scenes that go on for hours before — and sometimes after — games, there may be no scene like it in sports This year, SportsTravel has built the ultimate weekend road trip that can last a full season.
Rob Stull was elected president of the International Modern Pentathlon Union in November 2024, a four-year tenure that includes the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles. We discussed the lead-up to LA28, Stull’s work since being elected president and much more in the latest SportsTravel Podcast.
Rob Stull: Growing Modern Pentathlon’s Global Reach
Rob Stull was elected president of the International Modern Pentathlon Union in November 2024, a four-year tenure that includes the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles. Stull was an alternate …
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August 18, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Rob Stull was elected president of the International Modern Pentathlon Union in November 2024, a four-year tenure that includes the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles. We discussed the lead-up to LA28, Stull’s work since being elected president and much more in the latest SportsTravel Podcast.
There will be matches and they will be massive, drawing tens of thousands to stadiums and millions upon millions watching around the world. For the cities and regions that are hosting 2026 FIFA World Cup games in the United States, that is only part of what the impact should be for the tournament.
Sports Tourism a Major Focus for 2026 FIFA World Cup Host Cities
There will be matches and they will be massive, drawing tens of thousands to stadiums and millions upon millions watching around the world. For the cities and regions that are hosting 2026 FIFA Wor…
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August 18, 2025 at 5:35 PM
There will be matches and they will be massive, drawing tens of thousands to stadiums and millions upon millions watching around the world. For the cities and regions that are hosting 2026 FIFA World Cup games in the United States, that is only part of what the impact should be for the tournament.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will look like none other. With 48 countries participating and matches spread over three countries, the biggest event in the competition’s history will also be at U.S. stadiums that will look different for the football fans familiar with their layouts.
‘Clean’ Stadiums and Natural Grass; How 2026 FIFA World Cup Stadiums Will Look Different
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will look like none other. With 48 countries participating and matches spread over three countries, the biggest event in the competition’s history will also be at U.S. stadi…
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August 18, 2025 at 4:08 PM
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will look like none other. With 48 countries participating and matches spread over three countries, the biggest event in the competition’s history will also be at U.S. stadiums that will look different for the football fans familiar with their layouts.
For all of the logistics that come with hosting matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the biggest one for all of the U.S. host cities is this: How to get fans to the games.
2026 FIFA World Cup Host Locations Plan Variety of Transport Options
For all of the logistics that come with hosting matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the biggest one for all of the U.S. host cities is this: How to get fans to the games. Internationally, the a…
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August 18, 2025 at 1:40 PM
For all of the logistics that come with hosting matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the biggest one for all of the U.S. host cities is this: How to get fans to the games.
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If only there were a recent example of people destroying a famous piece of Washington DC, out of which we might make an example
Trump: "If you so much as touch or even think about destroying a statue or monument in Washington DC you go to jail for 10 years."
August 11, 2025 at 3:57 PM
If only there were a recent example of people destroying a famous piece of Washington DC, out of which we might make an example
Catching up from vacation ... a thread: Demand to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup via hospitality packages has led to what On Location is calling an “unprecedented” deposit campaign as details emerge about a variety of high-end options available before the general ticket sales phase begins.
FIFA World Cup Hospitality Options Show Strong Demand, Says On Location
Demand to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup throughout North America via hospitality packages has led to what On Location is calling an “unprecedented” deposit campaign as details emerge about a varie…
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August 11, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Catching up from vacation ... a thread: Demand to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup via hospitality packages has led to what On Location is calling an “unprecedented” deposit campaign as details emerge about a variety of high-end options available before the general ticket sales phase begins.
34 … and counting
July 31, 2025 at 3:52 AM
34 … and counting
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“I am a lifelong Jets fan who is dating a Packers fan and is currently living in Pittsburgh. Aaron Rodgers is going to follow me to the fucking grave.”
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July 30, 2025 at 6:33 PM
“I am a lifelong Jets fan who is dating a Packers fan and is currently living in Pittsburgh. Aaron Rodgers is going to follow me to the fucking grave.”
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