Here’s the scene: It’s the 1913 Kentucky Derby. Donerail saunters to the starting gate. 91-1 odds. Nobody gives him a second glance. Total afterthought among the big boys. The beginning of the race doesn’t change much. The favorite, Ten Point, leads into the stretch. The crowd roars. Ten Point’s bettors are already high-fiving Continue Reading…
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The Biggest Sporting Events in the World by Attendance
The largest sporting event in the world based on attendance is the Tour de France, which brings in between 12 million and 15 million spectators each year, but that could be eclipsed this year as the City of Paris prepares to welcome an anticipated 15 million people to the Summer 2024 Olympics. Live Continue Reading…
Ten Surprising Things About Doha for the 2022 World Cup
Doha is ready to welcome visitors from around the globe at the 2022 World Cup. Over the last few years, we’ve made numerous visits to Doha to make sure things are absolutely perfect for our World Cup guests. In the time we’ve spent exploring this fascinating destination, we’ve discovered some surprising things about Continue Reading…
The 12 Best Soccer / Football Tournaments Around The World [Ranked]
There’s just something about the best soccer tournaments that bring out some of the most passionate fans anywhere. The atmosphere is always incredible, the soccer is top notch, and the host cities are fascinating to explore. If you love soccer, here are the 12 best soccer tournaments you’ll want to experience in your Continue Reading…
The 12 Best Grand Prix Circuits for Formula 1 Fans
Formula 1 is simply spectacular. Top drivers in the fastest, most technologically-advanced racing cars on the planet, doing battle for the ultimate prize – the world championship. The circuits are often as incredible as the racing, from traditional grand prix tracks boasting decades of history, to ultra-modern facilities setting new standards for design. Continue Reading…
The Major Sporting Events in the World for 2023 and Beyond
This is the perfect year to start planning that travel adventure you’ve been dreaming about. Sports travel is the ideal way to indulge two passions at once and fortunately there are plenty of opportunities to take advantage of. Looking at the next couple of years, there are some notable once-in-a-lifetime events on the Continue Reading…
Kentucky Derby 2024 Facts, Tips & FAQs
If you’re in Louisville for the Kentucky Derby, you may find yourself overwhelmed with all the things to see and do during the city’s biggest and most anticipated event. After many years of attending this unique event, we’ve nailed down our best pieces of advice for anyone planning to go for the first time. Much Continue Reading…
30+ Things to Do in Louisville During the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby may be famously known as the fastest two minutes in sports, but this iconic annual event in Louisville is anything but fleeting. The race itself may be the pinnacle moment, but the Kentucky Derby Festival begins two weeks before the horses line up with their jockeys on the track at Churchill Continue Reading…
Things to do in Paris During the 2024 Summer Games
The City of Love has long been an international daydream destination, drawing in millions of visitors a year. The fact that they’ll host the 2024 Summer Games is simply setting the stage for a total eclipse of travel dreams: Paris — with all of its history, culture and gastronomy — and the exhilarating Continue Reading…
Unique Venues at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris
We are only a year away from the 2024 Summer Games! The spectacular host city of Paris is adding to the appeal of this already popular sporting event. This beautiful destination will offer some iconic and unique venues for these Summer Games, providing a true once-in-a-lifetime experience. There are 36 venues scheduled to Continue Reading…