National sports around the world
You can learn a lot about a culture by seeing what sports
they get excited about. So why not use our quick guide to
national sports around the world
? We'll help you experience the best the world has to
offer.
Cricket in India
England might seem like the quintessential destination for
cricket, but the sport is much more widely loved in India.
Eden Gardens in Kolkata (Calcutta) is a magnificent stadium
– the largest cricket venue in the world, and for
cricket fans visiting India, it has the richest sense of
history.
American football in the USA
Regardless of how much you understand the rules,
you're bound to be amazed by the sheer spectacle of a
big 'football' game. And don't forget
– college leagues are hugely popular, and can often
stir up more excitement than professional clashes.
Football in Italy
Italian football has had its ups and downs in recent years,
so it's great to go and get a reminder of how
fanatically devoted the fans still are. In Milan, you can
visit the legendary 'San Siro' stadium, shared
by local rivals AC Milan and Internazionale (Inter Milan).
Bullfighting in Spain
Clichéd? Perhaps, but that doesn't mean
it's not an exciting and culturally fascinating day
out. The violence can seem alarming, but it's hard to
deny the strange beauty of it all. So pack your book of
Hemingway stories, and make your way to Andalusia…
Golf in Scotland
Scotland considers itself the home of golf, and with more
than 550 courses in a country of that size, it's hard
to argue. The weather can of course be unpredictable, but
the spectacular locations and fine whiskies more than make
up for that!
You might be watching sport and not taking part, but be on
the safe side – remember to sort out your worldwide travel
insurance before you go.
If you are heading anywhere there is snow, be sure to get a snowboard insurance or ski insurance quote.
