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Boston vs. Chicago Cubs: May 20-22, 2011
Boston was happy to welcome the Cubs to town this May. As the the team hadn’t visited Beantown since the 1918 World Series, Red Sox fans wanted to witness this historic series 93 which was years in the making. Red Sox Destinations provided a VIP road trip to a group of Sox fans; arranging tickets, first class hotel accommodations in downtown Boston, and incredible access to Fenway Park! The nostalgic atmosphere for the Cubs vs. Red Sox series enhanced the enjoyment of the historic matchup.
After Sox Destinations guests witnessed a win on Friday night, they arrived at the Park in high spirits on Saturday morning for their tour of Fenway! Stops on the tour included the pressbox, the top of the Green Monster and most importantly, the warning track and even inside the Green Monster! Fans got the opportunity to walk where their beloved Red Sox have played for the past 99 years. Check out a few of the photos!
After the VIP tour, guests attended a special pre-game reception where Daniel Bard stopped by to sign autographs, pose for photos, and participate in a Q&A session!Check out some photos from the event! The 2004 & 2007 World Series rings also made appearances!
Red Sox Destinations Travelers Got Their Fill of Sun, Fun and Baseball Action at 2011 Spring Training!
The Red Sox have begun their 2011 regular season, but before Opening Day, hundreds of Red Sox Destinations travelers descended upon sunny Ft. Myers, Florida to watch their team prepare in the 2011 Grapefruit League. Red Sox Destinations travelers had the opportunity to meet with Daniel Bard, Jacoby Ellsbury, Dustin Pedroia, Jarrod Saltalamacchia, Adrian Gonzalez and even skipper, Terry Francona.
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Boston July 30th – August 1st
The Destinations crew was home at Fenway Park for a late July series against the Detroit Tigers. The group was staying at both the Marriott Copley Place, centrally located in Downtown Boston, as well as the Hotel Commonwealth, located right at Fenway! The mid-summer baseball action was an exciting experience for Destinations travelers as many ventured to Fenway for their first time while other travelers were returning after years from their last visit.
Friday night’s game was a late innings thriller as the Red Sox had only scored one run until the ninth inning; they were losing to the Tigers 6-1 headed into their last at bat. Tigers’ pitching had kept the Sox offense quiet until a ninth inning rally nearly brought the hometown team back into the game. David Ortiz’ grand slam didn’t provide enough offense to tie the score as the Sox fell to the Tigers 6-5.
Saturday was a brighter day as Destinations travelers headed towards the historic Fenway Park for their VIP events! Fenway Park expert tour guides led fans directly onto the warning track and where the group had gained access inside the world famous, and extremely exclusive, Green Monster! Check out a few pictures below.
Next, the group headed on top of the Green Monster to see a unique view from the hottest seats in baseball! Tour guides led fans into the Red Sox press box. The group got to see behind the scenes spots of Fenway while being hearing the famed history of the park and the Red Sox baseball club.
The group then headed to the EMC Club, the premium restaurant at Fenway, where food and drink awaited. The 2004 and 2007 World Series rings were brought out and fans were able to take pictures wearing them.
Red Sox young reliever, Daniel Bard joined the group to pose for pictures, sign autographs and field questions from the Destinations travelers. Daniel was eager to meet the Destinations fans and happy to answer questions from the group. Travelers asked Daniel about his experiences in the major leagues, being on the Red Sox and playing in Boston. Check out a few of the pictures below.
After the event, Destinations travelers stuck around Fenway to catch a Saturday night matchup and hoped for a different ending than the night prior. The Tigers got off to an early lead and stayed ahead for almost the entire game. More ninth inning heroics by David Ortiz were needed as the DH powered a bases clearing double for a walk-off win! “Dirty Water” was played throughout Fenway as Sox fans rejoiced and Destinations travelers headed back to their hotels in a great mood!
Destinations travelers were hopeful Sunday that the Sox would pull off a win to take the series. Fans witnessed another close game as the Red Sox beat the Tigers 4-3 with another walk-off hit. Despite Papelbon blowing a three run lead in the ninth, Sox batters rallied to pull off another late inning victory. Destinations travelers witnessed some great baseball on their weekend visit to Boston. The historic setting of Fenway Park only added to the on-field success of the hometown team. Destinations were all pleased to have come to Fenway and each traveler had the experience of a lifetime!
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