Give The Gift Of Seeing Sport Live

Nov. 30, 2011 - PRLog -- 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. Even better, all of these can be booked from the comfort of home so there is no need to brave the cold or the pre-Christmas shopping rush.

RBS 6 Nations France vs. England
- The six best rugby teams in the Northern Hemisphere will go head-to-head in the RBS Six Nations Championship 2012, meeting each other for the first time since the Rugby World Cup, and fans have the opportunity to watch the excitement just a short journey away in Paris on 11th March. Following England’s defeat to France at the quarter finals in New Zealand, the squad will be out for revenge during this head-to-head.
- Day trip packages start from £329pp including return Eurostar and an official match ticket.

Royal Ascot
- Few sporting venues have the heritage and history of Ascot, which has been firmly in the British social calendar for almost 250 years. Champagne flows, the sun shines gloriously, bets are placed and emotions run high giving spectators a day out full of atmosphere. With the week of racing taking place between 19th & 23rd June, Ladies Day in particular will feature highly on many fashionistas’ wish lists.
- Packages start from £369pp including VIP hospitality located by the finishing line, general admission tickets, morning coffee and biscuits, a Pimm’s reception, a complimentary bar, four course lunch with wine, afternoon tea and car park passes.

Wimbledon
- Give the one you love a bit of VIP luxury at the oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world from 25th June to 8th July. With the ‘magic’ of The Championships, guests will be swept up in the tournament’s famous traditions - strawberries and cream, crisp white clothing, lush green courts and world-class tennis.
- No.1 Court Experience packages include excellent seats on No. 1 Court and relaxed, informal dining in The Fairway Village.
- Packages start from £399pp including No.1 Court admission tickets and access to the Champion’s Lounge with morning coffee, three-course buffet lunch, complimentary bar, traditional afternoon tea and a car park pass (one per four guests).

Dubai World Cup
- As the modern heartbeat of Arabia, Dubai has also grown to be a centre of sport. With its quality breeding and bulging purses, Dubai is heavily linked with top class horseracing and the Dubai World Cup on 31st March will showcase the best the sport has to offer. Taking place at the stunning Medyan Racecourse, this is the perfect excuse to escape the British weather.
- Packages start from £415pp including three nights B&B accommodation at the 5* beachfront Grand Hyatt Hotel, an admission ticket and access to the ‘Apron’ and Bubble Lounge catering to everyone’s fizzy favourites as well as hosting the Dubai World Cup ‘Style Stakes’ competition. Flights available upon request.

Open Golf Championship & The Orient Express
- The 2012 Open Golf Championships, 19th to 20th July, will take place at the Royal Lytham, in Lancashire, one of the greatest link courses in the world and one that has hosted 10 Open Championships, two Ryder Cups and numerous other major tournaments. To make the day (and the gift) extra special, Thomson Sport is combining a day at The Open with the splendour of the Orient Express with fine dining and VIP hostess assistance.
- Packages start from £565pp including admission, reserved seat on the Orient Express (Euston and Birmingham departure points), three-course champagne Bellini brunch on outward journey, four-course dinner with wine on return journey and luxury transfers to Royal Lytham Golf Course.

RBS 6 Nations Italy vs. Rome
- Full of Italian charm and romance, Rome will provide the perfect setting for Valentine’s weekend. The 2012 match on 11th February will be England’s sixth trip to Rome since Italy joined the championship in 2000. Since then, it has become one of the most popular weekends on the 6 Nations circuit. And with Italy’s home rugby games having moved to Stadio Olimpico, there is a much larger capacity than the previous stadium (82,000) resulting in a better atmosphere for fans on both sides of the pitch.
- Packages start from £699pp including return flights, two nights 4* B&B accommodation official match tickets, airport and hotel transfers.

Cheltenham National Hunt Festival
- The Olympic Games of National Hunt racing, the Cheltenham Festival, 13th to 16th March, is the most prestigious jump race meeting in the world. In 2012, past Gold Cup winners will compete against last year’s newcomer Long Run who will be keen to defend his title.
- Packages start from £697pp including three night's B&B accommodation at the 3* Central Hotel and an Official Cheltenham Festival three day Tattersall’s Ticket.

IRB USA Sevens 2012, Las Vegas
- For world-class rugby combined with the bright lights of Las Vegas, the city that never sleeps added the IRB Sevens World Series to its list of its spectacular events and has never looked back since. Famous for glitz, glamour and casinos, with plenty of action on and off the rugby pitch, Las Vegas is an unforgettable destination. With the tournament taking place between 10th and 12th February, rugby fans will also have the chance to discover the Grand Canyon, famous restaurants and spectacular shows on the famous strip.
- Packages start from £1,054pp including flights with Virgin Atlantic, four nights 4* accommodation at the Luxor Hotel & Casino, return match and airport transfers and an official seated weekend match ticket.

England Cricket Tour To Sri Lanka
- There is honour at stake in the forthcoming Series against Sri Lanka - 26th March to 7th April. England won the 2011 Test Series at home and will want to retain the lead in the ICC Test Rankings. Exotic beaches, brilliant coral reefs, inland mountain peaks and picturesque plantations are just some of the sights to enjoy nearby. This offers an excellent touring opportunity with beach and city entertainment as well as a fantastic atmosphere.
- Packages start from £1,249pp for the 2nd Test in Colombo (1st – 9th April) including return flights with Gulf Air, six nights B&B accommodation at the 3* Ramada Colombo Hotel, an official 2nd Test match ticket, airport transfers and a tour manager meet & greet.

For more information call Thomson Sport on 0845 121 2018 or visit http://www.thomsonsport.com

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30 November 2011

Note to Editors:

About Thomson Sport:
TUI Travel’s Sport Division is part of the Specialist & Activity Sector of TUI Travel PLC.  The Sport Division, which includes Thomson Sport, is a unique collection of some of the most established sports travel & event brands in the world.  The division specialises in delivering exceptional services and logistics to major worldwide sporting events for fans, teams, clubs and sponsors. Appointments include official Travel Agent for Rugby World Cup 2011, British & Irish Lions Tours, Ashes Series, ICC Cricket World Cup, ICC World Twenty20, ICC Official Tour Provider, Rugby World Cup Sevens, Hong Kong Sevens, Licensed Tour Operator for UEFA EURO 2012™, Participating Tour Operator for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™, Official Overseas Travel Provider for englandfans, The FA’s official supporters club and Travel Provider for UEFA Under 21 Championships 2009, Wimbledon Championship and The British Grand Prix. Companies in the portfolio include www.gulliverstravel.co.uk, www.thomsonsport.com, www.sportsworld.co.uk, www.eventsinternational.co.uk, www.sportabroad.co.uk, www.thefanatics.com, www.williment.co.nz and www.astsports.com.au.

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