ESPN breaks into travel with sports tours

The sports network ESPN has burst into the Travel sector by launching sports tours under the ESPN Experiences brand. The first, which he has called Take Me Out to the Ballgame, is a five-day tour of the main baseball stadiums in Boston, Philadelphia and New York.

The goal of this tour is to immerse fans in premium experiences focused on Major League Baseball. The tour will take place over Labor Day weekend, August 29-September 2.

Guests will watch a Blue Jays-Red Sox game from the Green Monster Seats at Fenway Park in Boston, a Cardinals-Yankees game from a suite at Yankee Stadium in New York and a Braves-Phillies game from a suite at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.

The itinerary includes a private tour of the Jackie Robinson Museum in New York and a tour of ESPN headquarters in Bristol, Connecticut. Additionally, travelers will have the opportunity to meet Yankees announcer Michael Kay and Red Sox announcer Dave O’Brien.

Tour prices start at $6,999 per person and can accommodate up to 45 travelers. The tour includes all Hotel stays, ground transportation during the tour, and some meals.