Tour the Stadium of the Philadelphia Eagles

Philly sports fans have had many heartbreaks over the decades, but the one team that eased the pain is the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles. They won their first Super Bowl during the 2018 season and immediately became heroes of the town. You can learn more about this storied franchise by taking a two-and-a-half-hour tour of their stadium and getting a sneak peek of how things look behind the scenes of this monumental building.

Climb the Rocky Steps

The cult boxing movie Rocky made the steps in front of the entrance of the Philadelphia Museum of Art an iconic spot. All tourists go there to do what Rocky did and snap a photo, and so should you. Also, make sure to check the Rocky bronze statue while there.

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Go to a Game

The great thing about Philadelphia is that there is almost always some sports event taking place. The city has teams in all major sports, so chances are, either the Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, or 76ers will be playing during your stay, so don’t miss the opportunity to catch a game. If you are a soccer fan, you can also see a game of MLS side Union or visit one of their open practices.

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Baseball

Surprisingly, baseball is undoubtedly Japan’s most popular sport. It is often described as the country’s “National Sport”. The ball, the strike zone, and the field are a little smaller than in American baseball. But some American players do actually play in the Japanese leagues.

Sumo Wrestling

The most famous traditional Japanese sport, Sumo wrestling has been around since ancient times. It is the most prestigious and highly respected sport in Japan.

Tennis

Tennis has been played in Japan for about 150 years. The sport has taken a prominent cultural place. In fact, Japan’s first-ever gold Olympic medals were in tennis.

Boxing

Boxing has become an increasingly popular sport in Japan. Many top boxers are household names, although they rarely compete for international titles outside of Japan.

Golf

Another western import, golf has been traditionally played by the Japanese middle classes. The sport has since opened up to people of all classes and genders.

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Bankers Life Fieldhouse

The Indianapolis home of the NBA’s Indiana Pacers, this arena which seats nearly 18,000 fans is one of the most intense places to see a game in professional basketball. Loud and passionate fans decked in blue and yellow have cheered on legends like Reggie Miller and Rik Smits throughout the years.

Hinkle Fieldhouse

College basketball is also a huge deal in Indiana, and Hinkle Fieldhouse is another Indianapolis spot that can’t be missed. The former home of the world-famous Indiana High School Basketball Tournament and the current home of the Butler Bulldogs, this century-old arena is equal parts old school and cool.

Assembly Hall

Arguably the most passionately-supported team in all of Indiana is the Indiana University Hoosiers, who have won 5 National Championships in the men’s college ranks. Over 17,000 fans pack into Assembly Hall for most games to cheer on their team in Bloomington.

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3. Boston

Even though Boston only has four teams, they’ve won 19 championships in the past 50 years. Since 2008, each of Boston’s teams has won at least one championship. The Celtics have won seven titles in the last 50 years, the Bruins won three Stanley Cups, the Red Sox won the World Series in 2004, 2007, 2013, and 2018, and the New England Patriots have won six Super Bowls including the 2019 one.

2. Los Angeles

Los Angeles has eight teams—two in each of the four major sports. With 18 championships in the last 50 years and home to the Lakers who have 11 NBA championships, it’s the place to be for basketball fans. L.A. has also been successful in baseball with The Dodgers winning two World Series in the ’80s and the Angels winning one in 2002. In terms of hockey, the Anaheim Ducks won the Stanley Cup in 2007 and the L.A. Kings won in 2012 and 2014. For football, while the Rams were in L.A. they lost in the 2019 Super Bowl and the Raiders won in 1983.

1. New York

With eight teams and 20 championships over the last 50 years. New York is the No. 1 town for sports fans. The Yankees are the most dominant team with seven World Series titles in the past 50 years and their rivals, the Mets have won the World Series twice. One of New York’s football team, the Giants, have won four championships over the last 50 years. In regards to other sports, for basketball, the Knicks have won two NBA championships in the ’70s, for hockey, the New York Rangers have won one championship and the Islanders won four consecutive Stanley Cups in the early ’80s.

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Have you ever thought about planning a soccer-centric trip to Spain? If so, don’t pass up the chance to visit these three stadiums and catch a game to feel the country’s passion for the game.

San Mames (Athletic Club)

Athletic Club’s San Mames Stadium is the home of Bilbao’s Athletic Club and is often known as “The Temple” due to its sleekness and elegance. Here, over 50,000 rabid Athletic supporters gather to cheer on their team, one of Spain’s best and most historic clubs.

Benito Villamarin (Real Betis)

Real Betis is one of the two main teams in the large Andalusian city of Sevilla, and it definitely has one of the craziest and most passionate fan bases around. Viewed as the “little brother” in Sevilla, their fans have a chip on their shoulder and show up en masse to scream and support their club.

Mestalla (Valencia CF)

Valencia is the home of Valencia CF and the historic Mestalla Stadium, one of Spain’s best-known soccer venues. You’ll be amazed at the North Stand’s extreme steepness and the cozy dimensions of the lower sections, which allow loud fans to get up close and personal with players.

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One of the main draws of the league is its fantastic arenas and game-day experiences. If you’re a fan looking to dive head-first into what the NBA’s passion and excitement feel like, here are three arenas you must visit.

Madison Square Garden: New York Knicks

The New York Knicks’ home arena of Madison Square Garden is considered a Mecca of basketball and with good reason. This Manhattan arena is full to the brim with over 20,000 rabid fans and New York celebrities for every home game, who cheer on the Knicks in sickness and in health.

Staples Center: Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers

On the other coast is the Staples Center, which was finished in 1999 and is considered to be one of the best places to see an NBA game in the country. The Los Angeles Lakers are the most famous tenant here, but the Clippers also put on a show in a city where there is live basketball multiple times per week to see. 

Moda Center: Portland Trail Blazers

While the Portland Trail Blazers’ home might not be as famous as the previous two arenas, if you’re looking for pure passion and excitement, this is the place to go. Portland fans are considered some of the most passionate and rowdiest in the NBA, making every game at the Moda Center an exciting affair.

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If you are lucky enough to go to this unbelievable stadium, you must do these things before leaving.

Take the Subway to and from the Game

Any true New Yorker who goes to see the Yankees takes the subway to and from the game, as it’s a great way to spend some extra time with fellow diehards before arriving at the stadium. Yankees passion runs deep on the subway trains to and from the stadium, and this is an experience you won’t want to miss.

Visit Monument Park

One of the highlights of the stadium is a collection of plaques and retired numbers just beyond the center-field fence. This “open air museum” is an unrivaled collection of artifacts related to the history of Major League Baseball’s most storied franchise.

Participate in the “Roll Call”

Yankee Stadium’s most raucous fans are located in the right-field bleachers of the stadium. These fans, known as the “Bleacher Creatures,” have a tradition of going through all of the players on the Yankees’ lineup for every given day, yelling their names, and receiving acknowledgment like a hat tip from each player. It’s a magical tradition that every baseball fan should live at least once.

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Tour the Stadium of the Philadelphia Eagles

Philly sports fans have had many heartbreaks over the decades, but the one team that eased the pain is the NFL’s Philadelphia Eagles. They won their first Super Bowl during the 2018 season and immediately became heroes of the town. You can learn more about this storied franchise by taking a two-and-a-half-hour tour of their stadium and getting a sneak peek of how things look behind the scenes of this monumental building.

Climb the Rocky Steps

The cult boxing movie Rocky made the steps in front of the entrance of the Philadelphia Museum of Art an iconic spot. All tourists go there to do what Rocky did and snap a photo, and so should you. Also, make sure to check the Rocky bronze statue while there.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Sylwia Dragun Paszkowska (@sylwka_d)

Go to a Game

The great thing about Philadelphia is that there is almost always some sports event taking place. The city has teams in all major sports, so chances are, either the Eagles, Phillies, Flyers, or 76ers will be playing during your stay, so don’t miss the opportunity to catch a game. If you are a soccer fan, you can also see a game of MLS side Union or visit one of their open practices.

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The post Cool Things to See and Do in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, If You are a Sports Fan appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Baseball

Surprisingly, baseball is undoubtedly Japan’s most popular sport. It is often described as the country’s “National Sport”. The ball, the strike zone, and the field are a little smaller than in American baseball. But some American players do actually play in the Japanese leagues.

Sumo Wrestling

The most famous traditional Japanese sport, Sumo wrestling has been around since ancient times. It is the most prestigious and highly respected sport in Japan.

Tennis

Tennis has been played in Japan for about 150 years. The sport has taken a prominent cultural place. In fact, Japan’s first-ever gold Olympic medals were in tennis.

Boxing

Boxing has become an increasingly popular sport in Japan. Many top boxers are household names, although they rarely compete for international titles outside of Japan.

Golf

Another western import, golf has been traditionally played by the Japanese middle classes. The sport has since opened up to people of all classes and genders.

The post Popular Sporting Events to Catch in Japan appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

Bankers Life Fieldhouse

The Indianapolis home of the NBA’s Indiana Pacers, this arena which seats nearly 18,000 fans is one of the most intense places to see a game in professional basketball. Loud and passionate fans decked in blue and yellow have cheered on legends like Reggie Miller and Rik Smits throughout the years.

Hinkle Fieldhouse

College basketball is also a huge deal in Indiana, and Hinkle Fieldhouse is another Indianapolis spot that can’t be missed. The former home of the world-famous Indiana High School Basketball Tournament and the current home of the Butler Bulldogs, this century-old arena is equal parts old school and cool.

Assembly Hall

Arguably the most passionately-supported team in all of Indiana is the Indiana University Hoosiers, who have won 5 National Championships in the men’s college ranks. Over 17,000 fans pack into Assembly Hall for most games to cheer on their team in Bloomington.

The post Basketball Pilgrimage Spots in Indiana appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

3. Boston

Even though Boston only has four teams, they’ve won 19 championships in the past 50 years. Since 2008, each of Boston’s teams has won at least one championship. The Celtics have won seven titles in the last 50 years, the Bruins won three Stanley Cups, the Red Sox won the World Series in 2004, 2007, 2013, and 2018, and the New England Patriots have won six Super Bowls including the 2019 one.

2. Los Angeles

Los Angeles has eight teams—two in each of the four major sports. With 18 championships in the last 50 years and home to the Lakers who have 11 NBA championships, it’s the place to be for basketball fans. L.A. has also been successful in baseball with The Dodgers winning two World Series in the ’80s and the Angels winning one in 2002. In terms of hockey, the Anaheim Ducks won the Stanley Cup in 2007 and the L.A. Kings won in 2012 and 2014. For football, while the Rams were in L.A. they lost in the 2019 Super Bowl and the Raiders won in 1983.

1. New York

With eight teams and 20 championships over the last 50 years. New York is the No. 1 town for sports fans. The Yankees are the most dominant team with seven World Series titles in the past 50 years and their rivals, the Mets have won the World Series twice. One of New York’s football team, the Giants, have won four championships over the last 50 years. In regards to other sports, for basketball, the Knicks have won two NBA championships in the ’70s, for hockey, the New York Rangers have won one championship and the Islanders won four consecutive Stanley Cups in the early ’80s.

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Have you ever thought about planning a soccer-centric trip to Spain? If so, don’t pass up the chance to visit these three stadiums and catch a game to feel the country’s passion for the game.

San Mames (Athletic Club)

Athletic Club’s San Mames Stadium is the home of Bilbao’s Athletic Club and is often known as “The Temple” due to its sleekness and elegance. Here, over 50,000 rabid Athletic supporters gather to cheer on their team, one of Spain’s best and most historic clubs.

Benito Villamarin (Real Betis)

Real Betis is one of the two main teams in the large Andalusian city of Sevilla, and it definitely has one of the craziest and most passionate fan bases around. Viewed as the “little brother” in Sevilla, their fans have a chip on their shoulder and show up en masse to scream and support their club.

Mestalla (Valencia CF)

Valencia is the home of Valencia CF and the historic Mestalla Stadium, one of Spain’s best-known soccer venues. You’ll be amazed at the North Stand’s extreme steepness and the cozy dimensions of the lower sections, which allow loud fans to get up close and personal with players.

The post Check Out Spain’s Most Passionate Soccer Stadiums appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

One of the main draws of the league is its fantastic arenas and game-day experiences. If you’re a fan looking to dive head-first into what the NBA’s passion and excitement feel like, here are three arenas you must visit.

Madison Square Garden: New York Knicks

The New York Knicks’ home arena of Madison Square Garden is considered a Mecca of basketball and with good reason. This Manhattan arena is full to the brim with over 20,000 rabid fans and New York celebrities for every home game, who cheer on the Knicks in sickness and in health.

Staples Center: Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers

On the other coast is the Staples Center, which was finished in 1999 and is considered to be one of the best places to see an NBA game in the country. The Los Angeles Lakers are the most famous tenant here, but the Clippers also put on a show in a city where there is live basketball multiple times per week to see. 

Moda Center: Portland Trail Blazers

While the Portland Trail Blazers’ home might not be as famous as the previous two arenas, if you’re looking for pure passion and excitement, this is the place to go. Portland fans are considered some of the most passionate and rowdiest in the NBA, making every game at the Moda Center an exciting affair.

The post Top NBA Arenas to See a Basketball Game appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

If you are lucky enough to go to this unbelievable stadium, you must do these things before leaving.

Take the Subway to and from the Game

Any true New Yorker who goes to see the Yankees takes the subway to and from the game, as it’s a great way to spend some extra time with fellow diehards before arriving at the stadium. Yankees passion runs deep on the subway trains to and from the stadium, and this is an experience you won’t want to miss.

Visit Monument Park

One of the highlights of the stadium is a collection of plaques and retired numbers just beyond the center-field fence. This “open air museum” is an unrivaled collection of artifacts related to the history of Major League Baseball’s most storied franchise.

Participate in the “Roll Call”

Yankee Stadium’s most raucous fans are located in the right-field bleachers of the stadium. These fans, known as the “Bleacher Creatures,” have a tradition of going through all of the players on the Yankees’ lineup for every given day, yelling their names, and receiving acknowledgment like a hat tip from each player. It’s a magical tradition that every baseball fan should live at least once.

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