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Hotel Minibars Officially an Extinct Species on the Tournament Travel Scene

Hotel Minibars Becoming Extinct on the Tournament Travel Scene

It was back in 2021 that hoteliers noted that the minibar (long a staple in hotel rooms) had declined in popularity but post-pandemic, had bounced bac...

If Spirit Airlines is Grounded, What Should Travelers Know?

With Spirit Airlines Down for Good, What Should Travelers Know?

Spirit Airlines has gone down (literally) for the third time and it’s not going to resurface, following well-publicized financial struggles. However, ...

Each semester, the Communications and Marketing team selects three to four interns from Auburn University.

Crafting Internships: A Case Study

Want to start an internship program but don’t have a blueprint? Here is a case study from a sports destination eager to share its experiences. At Aubu...

It’s one of the oldest sports in the world and it’s still popular today; in fact, outdoor track & field consistently ranks among the most popular high school sports. For girls, it’s No. 1; for boys it’s No. 2. And sports tourism officials around the country have taken note.

At Full Speed

It’s one of the oldest sports in the world and it’s still popular today; in fact, outdoor track and field consistently ranks among the most popular hi...

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More Than a Logo on a Banner: Building a Sponsorship Program That Works

Here's something to consider: Every time a facility hosts a tournament or a destination welcomes a sporting event, local businesses are watching. They...

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the country right now and has been for at least the last four years.

Pickleball: The State of the Fastest-Growing Sport in the Country

Pickleball is not just a force in the marketplace; it is an absolute juggernaut, with more players, more events and an industry that just keeps growin...

The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) is the trade association for sporting goods and fitness brands, manufacturers, retailers, governing bodies and sports leagues in the industry.

Sports & Fitness Industry Association

The Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) is the trade association for sporting goods and fitness brands, manufacturers, retailers, governing b...

Youth sports tourism is ideal for families who are willing to combine a vacation with athletic competition or a skill-based instruction training experience.

The Forces Moving Youth Sports Tourism

The rise of sports tourism has transformed global travel, with destinations and communities increasingly leveraging sports as a draw for visitors. You...

Baseball has been a top driver, with more than 18.2 million Americans ages six and up participating in the sport in 2025, a 5.5 percent increase from the previous year and an increase of 17.7 percent over the last three years.

Walk-Off Wins for Traveling Teams

Participation in team sports in the U.S. has continued to increase, according to the most recent data from the SFIA. Baseball has been a top driver of...

If you’re looking for the all-American sports experience, it’s hard to turn away from all that a college town can offer.

Destinations That Go to the Head of the Class

If you’re looking for the all-American sports experience, it’s hard to turn away from all that a college town can offer, like excellent venues, plenti...