Fifa World Cup 2018 News
Skyscanner data reveals 600,000 fans travelled to FIFA World Cup in Russia
According to the data from Ctrip-owned Skyscanner, the report shows that nearly 600,000 football fans from 83 countries visited Russia during the period of the tournament.
FIFA World Cup at Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai
Tickets for the 2018 World Cup Russia matches may have been sold out, but there is no better or bigger place in Dubai to catch all the action live from Russia than the World Cup Fan Zone at Atlantis, The Palm.
FIFA World Cup with Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority is offering residents and tourists a chance to enjoy the ultimate summer of sport in an air-conditioned lounge located on the pristine shores between Al Hamra Village and Al Marjan Island.
Celebrate the FIFA World Cup final with Fairmont Dubai
The award-winning Fairmont Dubai has launched a suite package that whisks you and your five friends to a luxurious staycation in the hotel’s 548 sqm Imperial Suite with an out-of-this-world football viewing experience that’s sure to leave even the fiercest football fans in jaw-dropping awe.
Ras Al Khaimah unveils FIFA World Cup sports lounge
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority is offering residents and tourists a chance to enjoy the ultimate summer of sport in an air-conditioned lounge located on the pristine shores between Al Hamra Village and Al Marjan Island.
Deer Jet launches FIFA World Cup 2018 travel itinerary
In expectation of a surge for private jet charters to Russia during the FIFA World Cup 2018, Deer Jet has unveiled a travel itinerary which includes Russian cultural and historic highlights in addition to premier entrance to key matches.
FCO offers tailored travel advice for FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia
With less than a year to go until the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, the Foreign Office has launched a campaign to help fans travelling to support their team. The ‘Be on the Ball’ campaign gives supporters simple advice and tips to help reduce preventable problems and boost their World Cup experience.
Qatar Airways signs World Cup sponsorship deal with FIFA
Qatar Airways has been named Official Partner and Official Airline of Fifa as part of a sponsorship package lasting until 2022. Upcoming events sponsored by Qatar Airways will include the Fifa Confederations Cup 2017, the 2018 Fifa World Cup in Russia, the Fifa Club World Cup, the Fifa Women’s World Cup and the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
VFS Global expands Russian visa services across Europe ahead of FIFA World Cup 2018
In a move to enhance visa application services for travellers to Russia globally, VFS Global has launched Russia Visa Application Centres in 14 countries and 31 cities, many of them in Eastern and Western Europe, in the last seven months.
Hidden Pousadas Brazil recognised ahead of FIFA 2014 World Cup
Hidden Pousadas Brazil, the leading representation for pousada accommodation in Brazil has been awarded the official seal of approval by the national ministry of sport ahead of the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The company’s latest promotional campaign – ‘Brazil, a hidden paradise yet to be discovered’ - is the only British tourism project chosen to support Brazilian government promotion plans for the FIFA World Cup 2014.
Russia admits FIFA World Cup overspend
Officials in Russia have revealed the preliminary budget for holding the FIFA World Cup is almost twice what it projected when it won the bid in 2010. Russia will host the competition – considered the largest single sport event – in 2018, having beaten England and joints bids from Portugal/Spain and Belgium/the Netherlands.
World Cup and Winter Olympic will lift Russia to new heights
Russia is spending billions in the build up to the 2014 Winter Olympics and 2018 World Cup to bring its infrastructure up to FIFA and ICO standards. However the legacy and possible gains are unlimited, as BTN finds out.