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What is now known as the Mercedes-Benz Superdome was opened on August 3, 1975.  Since that time it has been the host of 6 Super Bowls and this season's finale will bring the total to 7.  The home of the New Orleans Saints already owned the distinction of hosting the most Super Bowls so the super-structure only adds to its lead.   A lead that it holds over the Orange Bowl and Sun Life Stadium.  Both of which are located in Miami, FL and have hosted 5 each.  In honor of the seventh time hosting the event, I have sent the Sports Traveler Blog through a time machine as we take a trip back through the last 6 Super Bowls in New Orleans.

*The Superdome has also hosted the BCS National Championship on 2 occasions. (2008, 2012)

After many long months of talks, rumors, hesitation, and excitement, the owners and the NFLPA have agreed to a new collective bargaining agreement, formally ending the NFL Lockout. Starting the week of July 25, teams can now negotiate with all free agents & draft picks, make trades, and most importantly, start training camp.

The Green Bay Packers can now start planning on repeating as Super Bowl champions.  In the world of the NFL, it is very difficult to win the Super Bowl in back-to-back years.   The Pittsburgh Steelers, Indianapolis Colts, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, Chicago Bears, Atlanta Falcons, New York Giants, & New York Jets are all teams who can win this season.

The NFL lockout is a hot topic in the sports world this summer, but the impact of the lockout can potentially spread much further than the NFL. Current rumors predict that the lockout could be coming to an end by July 15.  If these rumors hold true than there will be practically no harm done to the League. Player development might be hindered but if the entire 16 game season lives on then everyone is happy. However, if the lockout continues into August

The football draft has come and gone and teams are now beginning to prepare for the upcoming season. With training camp almost two months away, it's not too early to start planning your weekend trips!

2011 Football Packages are Now Available with Refundable Deposits! 

2011 Football Packages are now available for most game during the upcoming season. All packages are available with a fully refundable deposit if the season is cancelled or postponed.

All 2011 Football Packages include the following amenities:

- Deluxe hotel accommodations near the stadiums
- Guaranteed tickets to the game of your choice
- Options on breakfast, transfers, and hospitality

If you do not see the game you are looking for, please let us know and we will customize the package for you.

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The regular season is now complete and the playoffs are ready to begin. Start booking your Wild Card & Divisional Round Playoff Packages to see your favorite team make their way to the Super Bowl.

Wild Card & Divisional Round Playoff Packages are now available for the following games:
- Colts vs. Jets - January 8
- Seahawks vs. Saints - January 8
- Chiefs vs. Ravens - January 9
- Eagles vs. Packers - January 9
- Falcons vs. TBA - January 15
- Steelers vs. TBA - January 15
- Bears vs. TBA - January 16
- Patriots vs. TBA - January 16

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For the past several years I've been on my own version of a Legends of Music Concert Tour. My goal: to see as many living legendary entertainers as I can while they are still performing. Now I am ready to start my Legends of Sports Tour. I want to see the best players play their game before they retire and become a permanent part of ESPN Classic programming.

So today I have assembled my Top 5 List for my personal Legends of Sports Tour:

1. Brett Favre. Even as a life-long Chicago resident and Bears fan I can't resist watching this guy play. Maybe you've found yourself like me, becoming fascinated with whether or not he will get up every time he gets knocked down. One Super Bowl ring doesn't seem to be enough for him. I think we all admire his drive and passion for the game but his career can't go on forever.

2. Shaquille O'Neal. I can still remember when Shaq came into the NBA in 1992 - geez that was 18 years ago already! Back then I couldn't stand him. Remember Hack-a-Shaq? That was when

On November 7, the Bears will head north to the border and play the Bills in Toronto. Sports Traveler is now offering Bears Travel Packages for this historic game. All packages include:

• Accommodations in Downtown Toronto
• All hotels are within walking distance to the Rogers Centre
• Reserved Seating to the Bears vs. Bills game
• City Tour of Toronto
• Reception at Steam Whistle Brewing
• Round Trip Airport Transportation
• Breakfast each morning

Choose from 3 different hotel options in downtown Toronto to make your stay perfect.

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The Bears are heading down to Dallas on September 19 to take on the Cowboys. This will be a great matchup and marks the first game the Bears will be playing in the new Cowboys Stadium.

Bears vs. Cowboys Travel Packages are now available to see this great game. Packages include lodging at the Hilton Arlington (close to the stadium), guaranteed tickets of your choice to the game, game day & airport transfers, daily breakfast, PLUS a pre-game party at the hotel.

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Sports Traveler series Sports Traveler Chicago has been awarded 1st Place by both the IWPA and the NFPA for best non-fiction!

Sports Traveler Chicago - 1st Place

Sports Traveler Chicago - 1st Place

I want to thank both press organizations for recognizing our book with these awards. And I want to thank co-writer Lydia Rypcinski for lending her tremendous talents to this entire project.

Have you picked up a copy of Sports Traveler Chicago? Buy it direct from the Sports Traveler website now at a discount.

It is also available at Amazon.com, Barnes and Noble, Borders.com and most other major book outlets.

Enjoy!

Anbritt Stengele

www.sportstraveler.net

The 2010 Football Season is only right around the corner. Training camp begins in July, the Giants & Jets are opening up a new home in the Meadowlands, the Saints will be defending their crown, and Brett Favre is coming back or retiring.

2010 Football Packages On Sale Today!!

2010 Football Packages are available for all games during the season. Packages include hotel accommodations near the stadium, guaranteed tickets to the game of your choice, plus options on transfers, breakfast, tailgate parties, and more.

If you don't see the game or package you are looking for, please let us know. We can customize a package for any game to fit your needs.

Sports Traveler is also offering tickets & travel packages to the 2011 Super Bowl in Dallas. Choose from lodging only options in the Dallas area, Super Bowl Tickets only, or the complete package with hotel, tickets, transportation, and much more.

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