Sports Events
Rent your spare room for the Olympics and cash in
Approximately 7 million visitors are expected to converge on the UK next year as the Olympic Games come to London.
Thomson Sport unveiled as The Jockey Club’s Official Travel Partner
The Jockey Club, the largest commercial group in British horseracing, has announced a three-year agreement for leading travel provider Thomson Sport to become its Official Travel Partner.
Thomson Sport sees UEFA EURO 2012 enquiries soar
With just under 200 days until UEFA EURO 2012 Thomson Sport has seen an 80% increase in enquiries compared to the equivalent period before the 2008 UEFA European Football Championship.
Top events and festivals in Liguria
Liguria in Northern Italy is uniquely situated between the sea and Alps giving the beautifully sunny coastline a lush sloping backdrop.
Gold Coast wins bid to host 2018 Commonwealth Games
Australia’s Gold Coast has won the bid to host the 2018 Commonwealth Games, which promises to be the largest international event to be held in Australia over the next decade.
Thomson Sport appointed official tour operator for UEFA EURO 2012
Thomson Sport has been appointed as Licensed Tour Operator for UEFA EURO 2012.
Give the gift of seeing sport live
Rugby, cricket, horseracing or tennis - the best Christmas present for any sports fan is one that enables them to watch their favourite event live. With so many top tournaments to choose from, Thomson Sport has selected some of the best for a top Christmas gift to remember.
Gold Coast to host first International Rules series
Australia’s Gold Coast will be hosting its first International Rules series football match at the Metricon Stadium on 4th November 2011.
Snooker legends on cue for live World Championships in Peterborough
Legends from the world of snooker will be arriving in Peterborough next month for one of the most important tournaments in the sport’s calendar.
Watch Wales in Rugby World Cup Semi-Final
The England rugby team may be preparing for their long journey home but one of the home nations still has it all to play for. Wales beat Ireland 22-10 this weekend, meaning they are now through to the Rugby World Cup 2011 semi-finals on 15th October.
England’s Barmy Army and TUI’s Sport Division go barmy for travel
England’s Barmy Army has joined up with TUI Travel’s Sport Division to launch ‘Barmy Travel’, a new tour operator partnership with packages available for the upcoming winter cricket tours.
Bermuda much closer to home for rugby lovers
If you couldn't get to New Zealand for the Rugby World Cup, then considerably closer to home is Bermuda's World Rugby Classic.
Head to the Rugby World Cup for less
Following the success of the Home Nations in the Rugby World Cup, it looks as though England, Wales, Ireland and Scotland could all make it through to the Quarter-Finals at the beginning of October.
Australia’s Gold Coast calendar of events
Year-long sunshine, turquoise waters and surfing are just a few of what the Gold Coast has to offer. With family events planned throughout the year there has never been a better time to visit.
Enjoy the best of both worlds in New Zealand
For rugby fans who want to make the most of their time in New Zealand, Gullivers Sports Travel rounds up some of the best places to go near the heart of the action.