CLIENT REVIEWS

Our clients share their unforgettable sports travel experiences — from the thrill of the match to the joy of exploring new cities.
Here’s what they had to say…

Paul, just a quick message to say thank you so much.
Just back from the game, what an experience.
I’ll 100% be using you again and making sure I recommend you to everyone I speak to!
Legend, thank you sir 👍🏻

Kevin Rodgers - El Clasico

My husband and I had a fabulous trip to New York last month, all booked and organised by Paul from City and Arena Travel. Paul took into account our requirements and preferences carefully and made sure every detail was exactly what we wanted.
We spent nearly a week in New York and had the most amazing time. One of the best holidays we’ve ever had! We spent a few days watching the quarter finals of the US Open and because Paul had booked us really good seats in the Arthur Ashe stadium, we had great views of the live tennis and managed to watch the top players such as Carlos Alcaraz and Iga Swiatek in action.
The atmosphere outside was great too – really buzzy and lively, helped by the fantastic cocktails in the bars and food in the many restaurants. The weather was really sunny and warm too so it was the perfect time to be there.
We also spent a few days afterwards sightseeing and visiting many of the iconic sites in New York such as the Empire State Building, Broadway and the new Ground Zero Museum and redevelopment area. Our hotel was very centrally located in Chinatown, so it was easy to walk to all the main central areas.
All in all we had a fantastically memorable time, and would like to thank Paul & City & Arena for arranging it all for us.
We’ll definitely book another tennis holiday with you next year!
Richard & Joanna Turner - US Open Tennis

There’s only one Milan?
All those years we sang this song at Fratton Park and even at the time I questioned it!😉
Well I can tell you that there’s more than one, and just last year I was at San Siro to witness this watching the Derby della Madonnina between (the Mighty) A.C.Milan and Inter! There couldn’t have been a better time as Inter were top of Serie A and the Mighty second. Okay, I accept there could have been when the likes of Van Basten, Gullit, Maldini & Baresi were playing and AC ruled!

The day was wet beginning with our climb to the rooftops of The Duomo and even the makeshift umbrellas we hurriedly bought for that were insufficient for the night, so we purchased four rather fetching pink ponchos to keep us dry. Happily unlike Old Trafford this old stadium remained watertight throughout  the match and we stayed in the dry!
We had a buffet meal in the club museum before the game and I introduced everyone to a Negroni which is seen as a Milanese staple. None of the others liked the drink.
The atmosphere in the ground was fantastic and the noise generated was exceptionally loud! The game itself proved eventful with three players sent off and featured two Englishmen for Milan, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Fiyuki Tomori with the latter scoring the only goal for Milan.
Inter won 2-1 thereby clinching the title or Scudetto!
Cue fireworks and much celebration from one end of the ground! The Curva Nord is filled with the Inter ultras and The Curva Sud the Milan faithful. What impressed me was that all around us there were families seemingly evenly split in their affiliations and all wearing their colours with no visible signs of any trouble.
Indeed immediately in front of us were a father and son, with Dad cheering Milan, and errant son openly delighted with Inter’s goals and victory!
We got back to the hotel around 1.00am having decided not to join in the continuing revelry around The Duomo. Indeed as you may have gathered I was in the wrong camp anyway👀
With the San Siro due to be demolished next year we were pleased to sample the atmosphere there before it disappears.
All in all a brilliant day and the climax to a fun filled weekend once again expertly organised by Paul at City & Arena Travel.
This year we are off to Rio de Janeiro – yet another trip to South America, following our experience in Argentina to see Boca Juniors play River Plate in Buenos Aires some years ago, when we took in the splendour of Iguazu Falls.

Graham Winslade - Milan Derby

We had a fabulous trip, thank you!
The Madrid Open as an event was amazing, as was the venue. Travel around the city was easy on the metro and our hotel was a good standard. The power cut happened for around 12 hours during our visit but that didn’t dampen anyone’s spirits – I will always take some cash on any future trips, as this was essential.
Thank you to City and Arena Travel – everything went smoothly with good communication and updates.
We plan to use you again this year!
Susan Paxford - Madrid Open Tennis

My son and I last trip with City & Arena Travel was to Madrid for the game between Atletico and Barcelona.
The experience was amazing the tickets were superb and we tried the hospitality section for the first time, and again the whole experience felt unique and will last in the memory for a long time.
Everything was arranged for us from start to finish including the hotel, which was right in the middle of Madrid, so let us explore the city from a great base.
The tickets were electronic and came through well in advance, so no issues and no problem getting in etc.
We have used this company before and trust them to deliver every time. We are already planning our next football trip to Milan in April and everything has been arranged, even the flights and transfers from the airport.
I would highly recommend anyone planning a trip, to use City & Arena Travel, as they will deliver what you asked for and will go above and beyond to make sure everything is spot on.
Richard Osbiston - Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona

With a group of friends I have been going to football matches in Europe, and further afield, since 1995, all arranged by Paul. Never any problems with flights, hotels, and most importantly, match tickets. Highlight has to be Buenos Aires (Boca v River Plate and Racing v Velez Sarsfield) but there have been many others. Travelling to Werder Bremen on the beer boat is one not to miss. Earlier this year it was Napoli v Genoa, I’m sure Paul, as a Manchester United fan, is happy to see Scott McTominay doing so well! Anyway, thanks Paul, some great memories. Jim
Jim Lavender - South American / European football

At a quick count we have been on 8 football trips arranged by Paul, with another to follow next March.
That in itself is recommendation of the first class professional service always received.
Transport, hotels and match tickets all done for you.
What’s not to like!

Hedley Dye - Various football

We did a trip to Napoli, with a side trip to Lazio. Flights, tickets and hotel all booked for us by Paul, who we have used since, I think 1997. I think that says it all.
He has always looked after us well, including a trip to Buenos Aries to see Boca juniors. We will always contact Paul for our annual trip, he’s so good at organising and so helpful.
We will be going somewhere early next year, and will be in contact. We are actually going to discuss over the week. We are thinking of doing a two country break, one match in Prague and one in Dresden.

Brian Emberson - European / South American football

I contacted Paul, via the internet, to book a trip to Turin so my step sons could go to a Juventus game. I made 1 call and Paul organised everything impeccably. I’m very impressed with the amazing customer service and will certainly use Paul again for our next trip.

Ray Pask - Juventus game

Thanks Paul for another great trip, this time to Valencia. Everything ran smoothly and a good game to boot.

Brian Emberson - Valencia Game

I’d like to take this time to say thanks for the trip that you organised for my friend and I. We have been fans of the Premier League for quite some time, and being from the USA, the matches aren’t very accessible. You organized a briliant trip for us both, and did it at a great price – not to mention the night out on the town that you and your colleague showed us! Your efforts made our trip very enjoyable and care-free! It was a great time for us, and we would like to say thanks for that. I would highly suggest City & Arena Travel to anyone who wishes to travel abroad or domestically for sporting events.

Holden Adams - Premier League (Liverpool & Man City)

Thanks Paul for all your help in planning and arranging a number of trips. We have been to Madrid then Barcelona for El Clasico then Turin, Munich, Lisbon and Paris! We have had a brilliant time thanks largely to your attention to detail!
We are now looking forward to the so called SuperClasico in Buenos Aires in a few month time!
I would not hesitate recommending you to anyone and hope to continue working with you on future travels!

Graham Winslade - European Football

Used City and Arena several times and recommend them highly. Very professional and great service. Top score!

Christian Viddal - Various

My teenaged son plays soccer in the US and is a great fan of English football. I was looking for a special holiday for him over the holiday break and was referred to City and Arena Travel by a friend.
From the start, I could tell I’d found the right company to assist with my plans. After a few questions about my objectives and budget, Paul put together a few perfect options, starting with great seats for matches, and with airport transfers and perfectly located accommodation. Paul was extremely communicative, answering my questions within a day. He was flexible, as for example when the Tottenham match was changed from Saturday to Sunday, he let me know immediately, giving us time to add a Fulham match.
Once we arrived, things went without a hitch from start to finish. Because we were going to be on holiday on Christmas Day itself, we needed the option of a self-catering hotel. Paul located one a block from the Underground, with a direct line to the Arsenal stop and a reasonable walk to both Craven Cottage and Stamford Bridge, as well as the more traditional tourist spots.
My son and I are already discussing another trip, this time to Manchester and environs, and I would absolutely contact City and Arena Travel again when the time comes.
Dave Masterman - Premier League football

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