May 15th, 2013 at 9:00AM: It sounded like one of those crazy ideas that should have led to fun and adventure and ended in triumph. Instead it ended in tragedy.
Richard Swanson, pictured here, of Seattle, decided to raise money for charity by dribbling a soccer ball 10,000 miles to Brazil in time for the 2014 World Cup. Sadly, The Guardian reports that he only made it as far as Oregon. While walking down US Highway 101 ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Man Attempting To Dribble Soccer Ball To Brazil Killed In Accident
May 15th, 2013 at 9:00AM: It sounded like one of those crazy ideas that should have led to fun and adventure and ended in triumph. Instead it ended in tragedy.
Richard Swanson, pictured here, of Seattle, decided to raise money for charity by dribbling a soccer ball 10,000 miles to Brazil in time for the 2014 World Cup. Sadly, The Guardian reports that he only made it as far as Oregon. While walking down US Highway 101 ...Polo Anyone? A Quick Guide To The World-Class Sport
Apr 24th, 2013 at 4:00PM: The Miami Beach Polo World Cup is an annual event that draws players and spectators from around the world. Each year, more than 10,000 fans and competitors come from South America, Russia, Switzerland, Malaysia and other countries to be in and be seen at the world-class event. Done Miami-style, complete with fund-raising events, exclusive parties and fashion shows, tickets run up to $450 for a VIP ...YouTube Video Of Owl-Kicking Paraglider Prompts Investigation
Apr 10th, 2013 at 3:00PM:
You'd think someone whose sport of choice is flying through the air would have respect for birds, but one paramotorist is catching heat after a video of him chasing and kicking an owl mid-air was uploaded to YouTube.
The man in the video doggedly pursued a Barn Owl in flight for more than seven minutes, kicking it several times as it flew over the landscape near Utah Lake. He then proceeded ...
VIDEO: The Wife Carrying Championships In Finland
Mar 18th, 2013 at 2:00PM:
Last week we reported on kiiking, an extreme swing set that's popular in Estonia and surrounding countries. That area of the world seems to breed weird sports. Perhaps the weirdest is the increasingly popular sport of wife carrying.
Guys, it's pretty simple: hoist your wife into the air and run a race. If you make it first and don't drop her, you win. Oh, and you have to drink beer along the ...
Bikini-Clad Snowboarders Take To Siberian Slopes (Video)
Feb 19th, 2013 at 4:00PM:
Snowboarders worldwide usually dress warmly, covering as much skin as possible to avoid frostbite if not hypothermia. Russians are normally no exception to the rule, with winter temperatures dropping to sub-zero levels with great frequency.
To catch the attention of winter vacationers and lure them away from Moscow to Sheregesh, a Siberian resort, this video has bikini-clad snowboarders ...
Finding My Inner Speed Demon At Indy
Jan 29th, 2013 at 10:00AM:
Never knew I had a taste for speed. Never chewed up Jersey Turnpike miles singing "Born to Run," never flipped the bird at the drivers I left in the dust. Nope. Though I drive a traffic-cop-magnet red car, I have never gotten a speeding ticket; I just go with the flow of traffic.
But something happened when I arrived at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Anticipation. Excitement. Something new ...Rooting For Ethiopia In The Africa Cup Of Nations
Jan 20th, 2013 at 11:00AM: One of the byproducts of travel is that you become more aware of events that don't get much coverage back home. The sports pages here in Spain, for example, aren't exactly full of stories about the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.
This continent-wide football championship, starting today in South Africa, is sure to be watched by millions of Africans. I'm especially curious as to the public ...Tailgating Across America Featured In New Travel Channel Series
Jan 16th, 2013 at 4:00PM: Tailgating happens at football games and other sporting events, concerts, festivals, fairs and just about any other place where Americans can set up a grill to celebrate before an event. At Super Bowl XLVII, coming up on February 3 in New Orleans, you can bet there will be plenty of tailgaters on hand. Chronicling tailgating all over the U.S., the Travel Channel has a new show coming up that ...NFL Road Trips On New Travel Channel Show
Nov 6th, 2012 at 4:00PM:
NFL road trips are the subject of a new Travel Channel show: "NFL Road Tested," premiering in December. The new show brings an inside look at what it takes to move an NFL football team from city to city. While the show will focus on how to go about feeding, clothing and housing the team, it will also look at how NFL stadiums prepare for thousands of fans.
"This show will offer viewers a ...Olympic Athlete Kicked Out Of Olympics After Racist Tweet
Jul 28th, 2012 at 4:00PM: July 27 will mark the first day of the Olympic Games, and participating athletes are certainly excited. Many are even taking to social media to express their feelings and, while mostly positive, some are having a bit of trouble watching what they say.
This was the case for Greek triple jumper and track and field athlete Voula Papachristou, who tweeted a racist comment in her native language ...Can't Find A Hotel For The Olympics? Sleep In A Taxi
Jul 3rd, 2012 at 3:00PM: Worried about where to stay during the 2012 London Olympics? No problem if you can't find a hotel, as taxi driver David Weekes has turned his black cab into a comfortable hotel room.
Not only does the "accommodation" come with a foam mattress, duvet, pillow with official Olympic pillow case and bedside lamp, but also a Paddington Bear teddy, solar-powered fridge, a radio and an iPad. For those ...Video Of The Day: Crazy Bikers Race Down Glacier
Jun 25th, 2012 at 6:00PM:
It appears as though crazy bike stunts and dangerous urban bike courses just aren't enough of an adrenaline rush anymore. In Saas-Fee, Switzerland, bikers push riding to the extreme as they pedal down a glacier in a death-defying race. A handful of the 142 riders mounted cameras to their bikes and helmets so us less adventurous (and perhaps more sane) types can get a feel for the crazy race. ...
These US Hotels Are Helping Guests Get In The Olympic Spirit
Jun 3rd, 2012 at 3:00PM: Want to celebrate the 2012 Olympic Games, but can't make it to London? These U.S. hotels are offering Olympic-themed packages to guests.
Loews Coronado Bay
San Diego, California
To help guests get excited for the upcoming Olympics, Loews Coronado Bay is offering an array of Olympic activities for families. These include:
Tennis camps with former Olympic athlete Angelica Gavaldon at ...New Bike Club In China Allows You To Cycle On The Roof
May 28th, 2012 at 2:00PM: While rooftop lounges, bars and pools are common, have you ever heard of a rooftop bike club? Holland-based NL Architects is bringing Dutch bike culture to southern China with a new concept in cycling.
The rooftop velodrome is actually part of a resort in Sanya in the Hainan province, and will feature a pagoda roof with curves and inclines to increase cyclists' speed and velocity. Moreover, ...Get Ready For The Olympics With Andaz's World Food Marathon
May 19th, 2012 at 1:00PM: While the Olympic Games are associated with international sports, Andaz Liverpool Street in London will be focusing on international food during the weeks leading up to the big event.
The five-star luxury hotel will be looking to staff members of its four Andaz restaurants – 1901, Catch, Eastway and Miyako – to help create the menu. Pulling from the 40 different nationalities that ...Delta Flies Rangers Fans For Free On 17-minute Flight To Devils Game
May 17th, 2012 at 3:30PM:
Delta Air Lines is giving Rangers fans a free lift to game three of the National Hockey League's Eastern Conference Finals on Saturday. The catch, however, is that the game is in northern New Jersey – meaning the free flight from LaGuardia Airport to Newark Liberty International Airport is far more trouble than it's worth.
Any fan that does take Delta up on the offer must first take ...The Newest Innovation In Snorkeling: The Powerbreather
May 17th, 2012 at 2:00PM: When traveling to tropical regions, I love snorkeling and seeing the unique marine life. However, one thing I hate is how I can never seem to perfectly place the snorkel tube as to not get water in my mouth. Luckily, a new product called the Powerbreather has been designed to fix this.
Tagged as the "future in swimming," the Powerbreather is a ring shaped, elastic snorkel that wraps around the ...These US Hotels Are Helping Guests Celebrate America's National Pastime With Baseball-Themed Packages
May 7th, 2012 at 11:00AM: As the weather gets warmer, Americans are getting ready to enjoy their favorite national pastime: baseball. To help bring your love of the game with you on your travels, these hotels around the United States are offering baseball-themed packages.
The Ritz-Carlton, Denver
Denver, Colorado
The Ritz-Carlton, Denver is helping guests root for the Rockies in style. Their "Sports" package ...Argentina's National Pastime: Pato
Apr 21st, 2012 at 2:00PM:
While most people believe soccer to be Argentina's national pastime, I was surprised to learn from a local that it's actually something with very unsavory beginnings. Pato, or duck, is a game that combines polo and basketball, and is the national sport of Argentina. To play, two teams of four on horseback fight for possession of a ball that is equipped with six leather handles. The object of ...
Facts By The Numbers For The 2012 Olympic Games In London
Apr 12th, 2012 at 4:30PM: Excited for the upcoming Olympics? While you may have a favorite athlete in mind or a specific team you're rooting for, there is actually a lot more that goes into preparing for the Olympic Games than working out and training. To give you a better idea, here are 20 things you probably didn't know about the upcoming Olympic games:
There will be 26 featured sports from 39 disciplines
The ...
