Ludus Tours has hired Ashley van Dyke as Director of Motorsports. Van Dyke will be tasked with developing and maintaining relationships within the motorsports world.

San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/25/2012 -- Ludus Tours (http://www.ludustours.com) has hired Ashley van Dyke as Director of Motorsports. Van Dyke will be tasked with developing and maintaining relationships within the motorsports world.

"It is with great pleasure and excitement to join Ludus Tours," said van Dyke, "[It] is a dream job! But more than that, the working environment and camaraderie amongst my peers makes every day at work fun and engaging. There's a reason why Ludus Tours (http://www.ludustours.com) was ranked #4 fastest-growing private company in San Diego, and now I get to be part of it."

Ashley has paved a career as a professional driver and on-camera spokesperson for several companies and charity events. The Pirelli World Challenge Series put her to work at their events - Ashley taught the world about their drivers and sports cars. She's also worked with Rolex, American Le Mans, and NASCAR teams in search of additional support with communications and business development. In 2010, Ashley produced the Global Tuner Grand Prix event, which brought racers from around the world to one massive, media rich race at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. She also serves as the official brand manager of David Cheng, a rising international star on the professional road course circuits and professional Formula Drift racer Conrad Grunewald.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2012 U.S. Formula 1 Grand Prix in Austin and the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Since 2003, Ludus has helped thousands of individuals, families and organizations with their accommodation and hospitality needs. Ludus is the Official Hospitality Provider for over 15 National Governing Bodies including USA Swimming, USA Volleyball, USRowing and others. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel and http://www.ludustours.com.

Press & Media Contact:
Ashley Hernandez
Executive Assistant
Ludus Tours
1501 Front Street #107
San Diego, CA 92101 - USA
951-296-7029
ashley@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Ludus Tours, is pleased to announce that it will be marking 50 days to the Summer Games in London, United Kingdom, with an event at the San Diego Hall of Champions.

San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/16/2012 -- Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ), a travel company that focuses on premiere global sporting and cultural events,is pleased to announce that it will be marking 50 days to the Summer Games in London, United Kingdom, with an event at the San Diego Hall of Champions.

"We have an enthusiastic staff already on the ground in London who are excited to offer turn-key hospitality solutions to the athletes' families, friends and fans,"

said Adam Dailey, CEO of Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ). "We are excited about taking people to London and we're hoping to get the San Diego community in the Olympic spirit, as well."

The free event, which will be open to the public, will feature meet and greet opportunities with Olympic athletes, giveaways, networking opportunities, hors d'oeuvres and cocktails.

What: Ludus Tours 50 Days to the Summer Games Party
Where: San Diego Hall of Champions, Balboa Park
When: June 7, 2012 from 6pm to 8pm
Who: San Diego sports professionals and enthusiasts

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2012 U.S. Formula 1 Grand Prix in Austin and the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Since 2003, Ludus has helped thousands of individuals, families and organizations with their accommodation and hospitality needs. Ludus is the Official Hospitality Provider for over 15 National Governing Bodies including USA Swimming, USA Volleyball, USRowing and others. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel and http://www.ludustours.com.

Press & Media Contact:
Ashley Hernandez
Executive Assistant
Ludus Tours
1501 Front Street #107
San Diego, CA 92101 - USA
951-296-7029
ashley@ludustours.com
http://www.summergames.travel
http://www.ludustours.com

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San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/02/2012 -- Ludus Toursis pleased to announce the hiring of Nathan Goodson as Director or Marketing. Goodson will be tasked with creating, developing and marketing each account for the Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) team.

"I have worked in tech start ups and directed multinational marketing campaigns for Fortune 500 companies and I can honestly say I have never been more excited to be a part of a company. Ludus ( http://www.ludustours.com ) encompasses the perfect quiver of talent with a never quit startup mentality that produces life-changing experiences for our customers; we enable people's dreams to come true! To say that I am thrilled and excited is an understatement."

With nearly a decade of success and experience in interactive marketing and development, ranging from website development and management to strategic planning and closing the deal, Goodson is an expert in multiple aspects of campaign strategy and execution including analytics, social media, web and email marketing.

Goodson is a former Division 1 football athlete from the University of Southern California, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Public Policy, Management and Planning with an emphasis in Business and Management.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2012 Formula One in Austin, the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, and more. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK and Park City, Utah. Ludus and its services are not associated with the U.S. Olympic Committee or the Olympic movement.

For more information, please visit our website at http://www.ludustours.com

Press & Media Contact:
Ashley Hernandez
Public Relations
Ludus Tours
1501 Front Street #107
San Diego, CA 92101 - USA
951-296-7029
ashley@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Ludus Tours announced today that hospitality packages are still available for the Henley Royal Regatta.

San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 04/09/2012 -- Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ), a travel and hospitality company that focuses on premiere global sporting and cultural events and the official tour operator for USRowing, announced today that hospitality packages are still available for the Henley Royal Regatta.

The event will take place from June 27 through July 1, 2012, held in Henley on Thames, Oxfordshire, England. This quintessential English sporting event attracts the best rowers and socialites from around the world for five days of racing (Wed to Sun). Unlike international multi-lane regattas, each heat is a knock-out draw with only two boats racing head-to-head.

Ludus Tours' Henley Royal Regatta Fan Packages include:
- Hotel accommodations on the River Thames, directly across from Henley Royal Regatta
- Private Airport Transfers from London Heathrow/Gatwick to Henley
- Daily hospitality packages throughout the event, including food and beverage
- Welcome Reception/Cocktail Hour with other USRowing fans
- Farewell Dinner Hosted by Ludus Tours
- Ludus/Henley Royal Regatta Gift Bag
- 24/7 guide assistance during your stay

"This iconic meet and setting is one you don't want to miss because it is rich in both past and future history within the world of rowing," said Ray Leonard, Vice President of Sales for Ludus Tours. ( http://www.ludustours.com ) "We are thrilled to take a group to Henley and get a sneak preview of what the London Games are going to look like."

For more information on the packages to Henley please visit http://www.ludustours.com/Henley_Royal_Regatta.shtml.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2012 IAAF World Junior Championships, 2013 IAAF World Championships in Moscow, and more. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider over 20 National Governing Bodies including USA Track & Field, Athletics Canada and USA Triathlon. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with an office in London, UK. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.ludustours.com

Press & Media Contact:
Ashley Hernandez
Public Relations
Ludus Tours
1501 Front Street #107
San Diego, CA 92101 - USA
951-296-7029
ashley@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/19/2012 -- Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) is pleased to announce a partnership with Rowing Canada Aviron (RCA). The San Diego-based travel and hospitality company is now the official supplier of sport tour packages to RCA.

"We are pleased to offer our friends and fans another option to experience major events, such as the Olympic Games regatta, with the assurance that their travel needs are handled by a trusted tour provider," said Donna Atkinson, Rowing Canada Aviron Executive Director.

"Ludus is extremely excited to partner with Rowing Canada Aviron as we build our rowing brand. We believe our travel packages offer friends, family and fans a unique and affordable way to participate in the excitement of major rowing events both domestically and internationally," Adam Dailey, Ludus' Managing Director, said. "Our goal is to give rowing fans the travel experience of a lifetime that they would not have access to otherwise."

Rowing Canada has qualified seven crews for the 2012 Olympics and one for the Paralympics, so far.

In addition to the 2012 Summer Games in London, Ludus ( http://www.ludustours.com ) will provide travel tours to several other regattas and championships around the world, including the 2012 World Championships, Henley Royal in England and the 2012 Paralympic Games.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2012 IAAF World Junior Championships, 2013 IAAF World Championships in Moscow and more. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider over 20 National Governing Bodies including Athletics Canada, USA Track & Field and USA Triathlon. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK and Park City, Utah. For more information, please visit http://www.ludustours.com

About Rowing Canada Aviron
RCA is a nonprofit organization recognized by the Government of Canada and the Canadian Olympic Committee as the national governing body for the sport of rowing in Canada. RCA represents its registered members at all levels, novices, juniors, university students, seniors and masters, whether they row for recreation, health and fitness or competition.

RCA is a member of the Canadian Olympic Committee and the Federation internationale des societes d'aviron (FISA).

For more information on Rowing Canada packages, email Erin Aldrich-Shean at erin@ludustours.com.

Press & Media Contact:
Erin Aldrich-Shean
Ludus Tours
1501 Front Street #107
San Diego, CA 92101 - USA
619-202-0065
erin@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Three and Four-Star Hospitality Packages Available for Multiple Durations in London During the 2012 Paralympic Games.

San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/23/2012 -- Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ), a travel company that focuses on premiere global sporting and cultural events, unveils its newest package to attend the 2012 Para Games in London, England. The Paralympics will take place from August 29 through September 9, just two weeks after the London Summer Olympics conclude.

Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) has a variety of hotels and durations combined with their tour packages in London, starting from $995 per person to see the Para Games.

Packages will include:

- Airport Transfer to/from hotel
- 3 or 4-Star Hotel Stay with daily breakfast
- Welcome Ludus-Happy Hour/Cocktails with other Games fans
- Access to the Ludus Tours Hospitality Lounge
- Tours Excursions to London Museum, Big Ben, Tower Bridge (sights subject to change)
- Ludus Tours Banquet Dinner
- Ludus Tours Welcome Gift Bag
- Tour Guide Assistance

For more information on packages for the Games, please see http://summergames.travel/paralympics.html

"We have years of experience with abled-bodied Games events and are excited to offer the same level of service and dedication to the Paralympic community looking to head to London this summer," said Ray Leonard, Vice President of Sales at Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ). "We have an enthusiastic staff already on the ground in London who are excited to offer turn-key hospitality solutions to the athletes' families, friends and fans."

Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) is the Official Hospitality and Accommodations Provider for over 20 National Governing Bodies, including USA Track & Field, USA Volleyball and USRowing, among others.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2012 Formula One in Austin, the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, and more. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK and Park City, Utah. Ludus and its services are not associated with the U.S. Olympic Committee or the Olympic movement. For more information, please visit our facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/ludustours

Press & Media Contact:
Ludus Tours
1501 Front Street #107
San Diego, CA 92101 - USA
619-202-0065
paratours@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com
http://summergames.travel

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San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 02/20/2012 -- Ludus Tours and USA Shooting have teamed up to create 'Follow USA Shooting' branded tour packages for shooting fans and enthusiasts to follow the USA Shooting Team at the 2012 Summer Games in London and beyond.

Through the partnership, USA Shooting members are eligible for discounted rates on all Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) packages, including the London Games. All USA Shooting Fan Packages will include hotel stay, transportation, guide assistance, exclusive Ludus events and access, and more. For a complete list of tours and details, visit http://www.shooting2012.com

"The partnership with Ludus Tours is important to ensuring that the family and friends of the USA Shooting Team as well as our fans and members can enjoy an Olympic experience like no other," said Corrie West, Director of Marketing and Communications for USA Shooting. "Ludus has a history of success across a variety of events and sports and we feel they'll create hospitality packages that will help bring our fans to London to stand behind our team."

"We're extremely excited about the partnership with USA Shooting," said Ray Leonard Jr., V.P. of Sales at Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ). "The opportunity to work with this organization is a great one and we're thrilled to help USA Shooting fans experience the world's largest sporting event firsthand."

Since participation in the first Olympic Games in 1896, American shooters have won over 100 medals in Olympic competition, including six most recently at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing. If 2011 is any indication, the USA Shooting Team is positioned for success in 2012 as well after earning 24 medals in World Cup and championship competition.

Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) is the Official Hospitality and Accommodations Provider for 18 National Governing Bodies, including USA Track & Field, USA Volleyball and US Rowing.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider for many National Governing Bodies including USA Wrestling, Track and Field, Judo, and Water Polo. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. The company is based in San Diego, Calif. with offices in Park City, Utah and London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.ludustours.com

About USA Shooting
USA Shooting, a 501c3 non-profit corporation, was chartered by the United States Olympic Committee as the National Governing Body for the sport of shooting in April 1995. USA Shooting's mission is to prepare American athletes to win Olympic medals, promote the shooting sports throughout the U.S. and govern the conduct of international shooting in the country. Check us out on the web at http://www.usashooting.org and Facebook.

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Ludus Tours will be the Official International Tour Operator for USAB and will offer packages to the London Summer Games in 2012 and other travel opportunities for international competitions.

San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/27/2011 -- USA Boxing is pleased to announce a partnership with Ludus Tours. Ludus Tours will be the Official International Tour Operator for USAB and will offer packages to the London Summer Games in 2012 and other travel opportunities for international competitions.

Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) will provide USA Boxing with custom fan packages that include hotel accommodations, transportation, excursions and local guide assistance during the London Summer Games. Ludus will also provide VIP hospitality suite access for USA Boxing clients.

"This new partnership will allow USA Boxing to provide unique travel opportunities for our members, fans and athlete families to travel to London and key future international events," said USA Boxing Executive Director Anthony Bartkowski. "We look forward to a long-term relationship with Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) and the chance to develop outstanding travel experiences for not only key international competitions, but also elite domestic events in the future."

"We're extremely excited about this partnership," said Ray Leonard Jr, Vice President of Sales at Ludus Tours. "USA Boxing has a personal spot in my heart and the opportunity to work with this amazing organization is a great one. We're honored and enthusiastic about being able to provide our services to boxing fans."

In addition to a partnership with USA Boxing, Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) is also the Official Tour Operator of USA Wrestling, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo and Judo among others and hosts many other great travel packages to sporting events. Fans and members should see information on how they can book travel to the 2012 Summer Games and other tours updated on the USAB website in the very near future.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider for many National Governing Bodies including USA Wrestling, Track and Field, Judo, Volleyball, and Water Polo among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.ludustours.com/

About USA Boxing
USA Boxing is the National Governing Body for the sport of Amateur Boxing in the United States. U.S. Boxing athletes have won 106 medals Olympic medals with 47 being gold, 23 silver and 36 bronze. In 2012 Women's Boxing will make it debut in three weight divisions at the London 2012 Summer Games. USA Boxing has enjoyed great success in governing amateur boxing. Amateur and Olympic-style boxing provides an important outlet for young people all over the United States and consistently aides in forming both stronger athletes and better adults.

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Ludus Hires Industry Leader Ray Leonard Jr. to Run Sales Division.

San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/27/2011 -- Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) has hired Ray Leonard Jr. as Vice President of Sales. Leonard will be tasked with managing the sales team and creating, developing and maintaining relationships with Ludus' various sports partnerships.

Leonard was the former Chief Executive Officer of Leonard Sports & Entertainment, LLC. As a certified NFL, CFL, and MLB agent, he led his company, Leonard Sports Management, to obtain a roster of many high profile clients from boxing to NASCAR. Leonard Sports client list included Sugar Ray Leonard, Edwin Moses, Gary Sheffield, Michael Devereaux, Gary Trent, Sugar Shane Mosley, and a host of other talented athletes and entertainers.

"This was an exciting career move for me where I was able to use my knowledge and experience and tie that into a great organization I believe in," said Leonard. "What we're doing at the grass roots level for a wide variety of Olympic sports is not only very important to me personally, but at the same time we get to be pioneers in our industry."

Ludus ( http://www.ludustours.com ) is the official travel and hospitality provider to more than 18 national Olympic governing bodies.

Leonard grew up being exposed to sports and the Olympic Games from an early age. His first experience was seeing his father, Sugar Ray Leonard, win a gold medal in the 1976 Summer Olympic Games. Leonard was a two-sport athlete (football and track & field) at Ohio University, where he graduated with a degree in Sports Management and Marketing.

Leonard will oversee the sales team and the account management from Ludus and will work from their San Diego office. Adam Dailey, Ludus' Managing Director, said that Leonard's sales resume and vast network of contacts impressed him from the outset. "Having someone with Ray's leadership experience is going to fill a void in our organization immediately," Dailey said. "We're happy to be able to have someone with the heart, people skills and drive that Ray brings to the table."

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2012 U.S. Formula 1 Grand Prix in Austin and the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Since 2003, Ludus has helped thousands of individuals, families and organizations with their accommodation and hospitality needs. Ludus is the Official Hospitality Provider for over 16 National Governing Bodies including USA Swimming, USA Volleyball, USRowing and others. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel.

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Adam Dailey, CEO of Ludus Tours, was named a finalist in the San Diego Business Journal’s list of the Most Admired CEO’s in San Diego.

San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/21/2011 -- Adam Dailey, CEO of Ludus Tours, a travel and hospitality company that focuses on major global sporting and cultural events, was named a finalist in the San Diego Business Journal's list of the Most Admired CEO's in San Diego. Dailey was honored at the December 8 awards ceremony at Paradise Point Resort and Spa.

Dailey founded Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) in 2003 with a few credit cards. Since that point, Ludus has grown to become the #2 Fastest Growing Travel Business in the country (Inc. 500) and was named as the 4th Fastest Growing Business in San Diego (San Diego Business Journal). Ludus Tours was also named among the top 25 Jobs Where People Love Their Work by MSN.com.

"To be named a finalist was a really great honor," said Adam Dailey, CEO of Ludus Tours, "I am thankful for the amazing group of people that make up our Ludus family. San Diego is such a hot bed for ideas, entrepreneurship and innovation - to get any award among my peers locally is a big deal."

Dailey has been quoted as an expert in various publications, including the Wall Street Journal, Street & Smith's Sports Business Journal, the L.A. Times and more. He is a board member of the San Diego chapter of Entrepreneur Organization (EO).

Dailey moved Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) to San Diego in November 2010 and has since quadrupled his staff and hired top industry executives. Under Dailey's leadership, Ludus Tours has transitioned from a small start-up company to an organization generating more than $4 million in annual sales and opened an office in London, England.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2012 U.S. Formula 1 Grand Prix in Austin and the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Since 2003, Ludus has helped thousands of individuals, families and organizations with their accommodation and hospitality needs. Ludus is the Official Hospitality Provider for over 16 National Governing Bodies including USA Swimming, USA Volleyball, USRowing and others. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel.

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San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/05/2011 -- Ludus Tours ( http://ludustours.com ) and Gymnastike ( http://www.gymnastike.org ) have joined forces to create Gymnastike Tours Packages that offer opportunities for gymnastics fans to be a part of the 2012 Summer Games in London. Gymnastike Tours packages will provide fans with unprecedented experiences and behind the scenes access that no other tour can match.

By taking part in the the 2012 Gymnastike Tours Summer Games Fan Package ( http://www.gymnastike.org/page/gymnastike-Tours ), gymnastics enthusiasts will see the Olympics from Gymnastike's point of view. Exciting interviews, live shows, athlete activities, parties and more will be accessible and enable fans to feel like they are a part of the Games. Gymnastike's comprehensive coverage and Ludus Tours' incredible hospitality will provide fans with an incredible experience.

"Gymnastike shares many of the same values as Ludus Tours - reaching out to fans and athletes to create relationships and providing clients with unforgettable experiences. Gymnastike is an ideal partner for us, and we are excited to grow our relationship to create unique opportunities for their followers to have an amazing experience at the world's largest sporting event," said Adam Dailey, Managing Director of Ludus Tours.

"We are ecstatic to partner with Ludus Tours to create memorable experiences for gymnastics enthusiasts at the London Olympics. Now fans will have the ability to travel with Gymnastike, see everything from our perspective, meet their favorite athletes and be a part of our live shows. It will be a blast to let gymnastics fans into the our world. Ludus and Gymnastike will bring the best Gymnastics experience in London," said Mark Floreani, Co-Founder of Gymnastike.

Gymnastics at the London Summer Games will take place from July 28 through August 11, 2012, and Gymnastike Tours packages are offered for full and partial durations. Packages include happy hours, banquet dinners, parties with other Gymnastike fans, access to special events, hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, swag, tour excursions, athlete meet and greets, swag, and more! http://www.gymnastike.org/page/gymnastike-Tours.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including Oktoberfest, the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2013 IAAF World Championships in Moscow and more. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider for many National Governing Bodies including USA Track & Field, USA Wrestling and USA Triathlon, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.ludustours.com/.

About Gymnastike
As the leading gymnastics media source in the world, Gymnastike is where the gymnastics community lives. They provide unparalleled coverage of gymnastics at every level and constantly create original video content. Gymnastike's mission is to promote the sport of gymnastics and cultivate a strong, passionate community. For more information, please visit http://www.gymnastike.org .

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San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) --11/23/2011 -- Ludus Tours ( http://ludustours.com/ ) and Flotrack ( http://www.flotrack.org/ ) have teamed up to create Flotrack Tours Packages to offer track and field fans the opportunity to attend the 2012 Summer Games in London, England, alongside the Flotrack staff and its network of track and field enthusiasts. Flotrack Tours packages will provide fans with exclusive access and events unparalleled to any other Games experience.

By joining the 2012 Flotrack Tours Summer Games Fan Package ( http://www.flotrack.org/page/Flotrack-Tours ), fans will experience the Games from Flotrack's perspective and experience the live shows, athlete Q&A's, group runs, parties and more! Ludus Tours' expertise in hospitality and accommodations at the world's premiere sporting events combined with Flotrack's access to athletes and coverage will provide fans with an unforgettable experience.

"Flotrack shares many of the same values as Ludus Tours - touching fans and athletes from a genuine grass roots effort and having a great time. Flotrack has been an optimal partner for us over the years and we are excited to expand our relationship to create a unique package for their fans to witness history firsthand at the world's largest sporting event," said Adam Dailey, Managing Director of Ludus Tours.

"We are pumped to partner with Ludus Tours to produce what we believe will be the ultimate experience for track and field fans in London. Now people will have the ability to travel with Flotrack and see what we see, meet athletes and be a part of our live shows. It will be fun to let track fans into the world of Flotrack and no one will have to sleep in the White Pearl. It will be an amazing experience. Ludus and Flotrack will bring the best Track and Field experience in London," said Mark Floreani, Co-Founder of Flotrack.

Athletics at the London Summer Games will take place from August 3 through 11, 2012, and Flotrack Tours packages are offered for full and partial duration. Packages include hotel accommodations, daily breakfast, happy hours, tour excursions, dinners, athlete meet and greets, swag, group workouts, access to special events, and much more! Reserve your spot today because space is limited: http://www.flotrack.org/page/Flotrack-Tours.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2013 IAAF World Championships in Moscow and more. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider for many National Governing Bodies including USA Track & Field, Athletics Canada and USA Triathlon, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.trackandfieldtours.com.

About Flotrack
Flotrack is a new media outlet whose mission is to promote the sport of track & field and cross country. Flotrack provides content with the best minds in the sport, from athletes to coaches, to bring fans and enthusiasts an inside look at what it takes to be the best while creating a community centered around video. Flotrack's coverage of track and field is unmatched and continues to push industry standards.

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San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/21/2011 -- Ludus Tours ( http://ludustours.com ), a travel company that focuses on major global sporting and cultural events, is offering track and field fans tour packages to Eugene, Ore., to attend the 2012 U.S. Team Trials this summer. The Olympic Trials will take place from June 22 through July 1, 2012, at Hayward Field and serve as USA Track & Field's (USATF) qualifier for the 2012 London Summer Games. Over 1,000 athletes, 350,000 fans and 1,000 members of media are expected to be in Eugene for the meet.

Ludus Tours' 2012 Eugene Track Fan Packages ( http://www.trackandfieldtours.com/eugene_packages.html ) are priced from $1,050 per person and include hotel accommodations within walking distance of the track, tickets to all sessions, access to special parties and events, 24/7 concierge service, gift bags and more. To view full package details, visit http://www.trackandfieldtours.com/eugene_packages.html.

"Ludus Tours was founded by former track athletes and this iconic track meet is what fueled our desire to start a company designed to help as many families, friends and fans as possible get to witness dreams turn into reality" said Adam Dailey, Managing Director of Ludus Tours. "We are excited to take another group back to Eugene to watch their favorite athletes qualify for London."

In addition to 2012 Eugene Track Fan Packages, track and field fans can book their trip with Ludus Tours to watch the London 2012 Summer Games and Moscow 2013 IAAF World Championships, among other events. For more information on any of these tours, please visit http://www.trackandfieldtours.com.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including Austin Formula One, the 2012 Summer Games in London, and more. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider for 18 National Governing Bodies including USA Track & Field, Athletics Canada and USA Triathlon, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.trackandfieldtours.com.

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San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/04/2011 -- Today Ludus Tours, a travel and hospitality company that focuses on major global sporting and cultural events, was named the to the San Diego Business Journal's list of the 100 Fastest-Growing Private Companies as the 4th-fastest growing company in San Diego.

"To be named in the top five-fastest growing businesses in San Diego is an incredible honor," said Adam Dailey, CEO of Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ), "This really reinforces our decision to move here to San Diego with our amazing team. We're thrilled to accept this award on behalf of the many International Federations of Olympic Sport that we partner with."

Ludus Tours (http://www.ludustours.com) is the Official Hospitality and Accommodations Provider for over a dozen USA National Governing Bodies, including USA Swimming, USA Volleyball, and USA Track and Field. Ludus Tours also offers cultural packages to Oktoberfest and Pamplona's Running of the Bulls. For more information on Ludus Tours and our travel packages, please visit http://www.ludustours.com.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2011 Pan Ams in Guadalajara, the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and more. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel.

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Olympian To Manage Volleyball Accounts.

San Diego, CA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/13/2011 -- Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) has hired Sydney 2000 Olympian Erin Aldrich-Shean as Volleyball Account Director. As the key representative to volleyball, Erin will be tasked with ensuring the Ludus Tours model is developed within the entire sport, member and fan base.

"I am extremely excited about joining the Ludus team. After devoting so many years to the sports world as a dual-sport professional athlete and Olympian, working at Ludus gives me the opportunity to transfer that passion and excitement I had as an athlete into providing fans the experience of a lifetime at all of our major events internationally. It's easy to wake up in the morning and go to work when you truly believe in the product you are promoting," said Erin Aldrich-Shean, Volleyball Account Director.

Aldrich-Shean joins Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) with nearly a decade of elite athletic experience. She competed at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia, in the high jump and has spent a total of six years playing volleyball both professionally and on the US National Team. Aldrich-Shean also attended the University of Texas at Austin, where she was named Big XII Athlete of the Year for her accomplishments in high jump and volleyball. When a knee injury ended her professional volleyball season in 2008, Aldrich-Shean returned to Texas and earned her MBA.

"I remember seeing Erin compete as an athlete when she was still in high school," Adam Dailey, CEO of Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ), said, "Having someone who has her business savvy and her athletic accomplishments be part of our team here is great."

"Erin's lifetime of commitment to the Volleyball community is exactly what we look for in building our team," Corby Fisher, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Ludus Tours, said, "She represents the Ludus vision of creating experiences that every friend, family and fan of volleyball will truly cherish for a lifetime."

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2012 U.S. Formula 1 Grand Prix in Austin and the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Since 2003, Ludus has helped thousands of individuals, families and organizations with their accommodation and hospitality needs. Ludus is the Official Hospitality Provider for over 15 National Governing Bodies including USA Swimming, USA Volleyball, USRowing and others. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel.

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LudusTours, is teaming up with the San Diego Sports Commission to host a One Year Countdown to London Celebration at the San Diego Hall of Champions on July 27, 2011, from 4-6pm PST.

Austin, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/02/2011 -- LudusTours, ( http://ludustours.com ) a travel company that focuses on major global sporting and cultural events, is teaming up with the San Diego Sports Commission ( http://www.sdsportscommission.com ) to host a One Year Countdown to London Celebration at the San Diego Hall of Champions ( http://sdhoc.com ) on July 27, 2011, from 4-6pm PST. The event will feature local Olympic athletes, celebrities and coaches, prizes, guest speakers and more.The invitation is open to all sports-business professionals and Olympic fansto help count down to the one year mark.

"We are excited to share the passion that comes with the Games with local Olympic enthusiasts," said Adam Dailey, Managing Director of Ludus Tours. "San Diego is a hub for sports and the Olympic Movement and the San Diego Sports Commission is a connected sports resource in the city. With the Olympic Training Center here in Chula Vista, a plethora of local elite athletes and some of the world's top sports-industry professionals, this is bound to be an epic countdown!"

Ludus Tours is the official travel and hospitality partner for 17 National Sports Federations and specializes in tour and hospitality services to enable people to have unforgettable, turn-key experiences attending the world's premieresporting and cultural events, including the 2012 Summer Games in London.

"The San Diego Sports Commission partners with national governing bodies, professional sports teams, college athletic associations and events rights holders to bid, build, buy and execute sporting events in the region, making the official countdown partnership a perfect fit," said Al Kidd, President, San Diego Sports Commission.

With Ludus Tours offices in London and San Diego, the Countdown Celebration is expected to bring a taste of London to the local community. For more information on the event, please visit http://www.londoncountdown.com or call (866) 343-6133.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including Austin F1, Oktoberfest, the 2012 Summer Games in London, and more. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider for 17 US and Canadian National Governing Bodies including USA Track & Field, USA Volleyball and USA Triathlon, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.LudusTours.com.

About San Diego Sports Commission (SDSC)
The SDSC serves as the region's only sports event development, marketing and sales organization, providing a one-stop, complete sports marketing agency for event rights holders, taking events from inception to completion. Since its creation more than 50 years ago, SDSC has evolved into the cornerstone for all sports-related activities, events and conventions in San Diego. The organization strives to present the city as the premier destination for sporting events and to contribute to the region's economic sustainability through sports.

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Ludus Tours, today announced its Daegu 2011 Tour Package for fans to cheer on the national track and field teams at the 2011 IAAF World Championships in Daegu, South Korea.

Austin, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/30/2011 -- Today Ludus Tours, (http://ludustours.com) a travel company that focuses on major global sporting and cultural events, announced its Daegu 2011 Tour Package for fans to cheer on the national track and field teams at the 2011 IAAF World Championships in Daegu, South Korea.

Ludus Tours is offering track and field fans the opportunity to witness history and travel to Daegu for the full duration of the 13th IAAF World Championships, which runs from August 27-September 4, 2011. Standard packages are priced from $3,200 per person and include four-star hotel accommodations; private transportation between the hotel, airport and stadium; tickets to all events; Daegu sightseeing tour; gift bags and more. To view full package details, visit http://www.trackandfieldtours.com.

"Ludus Tours is comprised of many former athletes and we understand the need for athletes' friends, family and fans to have the opportunity to support their favorite athletes at events more frequently than every four years," said Corby Fisher, Director of Sales and Marketing at Ludus Tours. "This fall London will be less than a year away and Daegu is going to be the place to be for track and field fans. We're excited to provide quality, affordable packages for fans to see the World Championships up close."

In addition to Daegu 2011 Fan Packages, (http://www.ludustours.com/daegu.shtml) track and field fans can book trips to watch the National Team compete in Guadalajara for the 2011 Pan American Games, Eugene for the 2012 Trials and London for the 2012 Games. For more information on any of these tours, please visit http://www.LudusTours.com.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including Austin F1, the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and more. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider for many National Governing Bodies including Athletics Canada, USA Volleyball and USA Triathlon, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK.

For more information, please visit http://www.trackandfieldtours.com.

Press & Media Contact:
Larkin Geyer
Ludus Tours
Account Manager
P.O. Box 50251
Austin, TX 78763
619-202-0065
larkin@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Head to Shanghai, China, for an Unforgettable Trip to Root for the USA Aquatic Teams

Austin, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/28/2011 -- Today Ludus Tours,( http://ludustours.com ) a travel company that focuses on major global sporting and cultural events, announced its travel packages for fans to cheer on the national aquatic teams at the 2011 FINA World Championships in Shanghai, China. The Fan Package ( http://www.ludustours.com/fina_packages.shtml ) includes hotel stay, transportation, guided onsite assistance and exclusive Ludus Tours events and access.

Ludus Tours will be offering two waves of packages for the FINA World Championships, which runs from July 15-31, 2011. Standard packages are priced from $1,795 per person and include accommodations in a four-star hotel, private airport transportation both ways, traditional Chinese banquet dinner, Shanghai sightseeing excursion, gift bags and more. To view full package details, visit http://www.fina2011.com.

"Because Ludus Tours is part of the USA Aquatics family, and comprised of many former athletes ourselves, we want to help support the team more than just every four years. This led us to feature packages to the 2011 FINA World Championships," said Corby Fisher, Director of Sales and Marketing at Ludus Tours. "We want to ensure that fans and family have the opportunity to watch their favorite aquatic athletes participate in Shanghai this summer, leading up to London next summer."

Ludus Tours is the Official Hospitality and Accommodations Provider for over 10 USA National Governing Bodies (NGB), including USA Diving, USA Water Polo and USA Synchronized Swimming, among others. Members of a Ludus Tours sponsored NGB receive discounts off any Ludus Tours package, including the 2011 FINA World Championships, the 2012 Summer Games in London and more.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2011 Pan Ams in Guadalajara, the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and more. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel.

Press & Media Contact:
Larkin Geyer
Ludus Tours
Account Manager
P.O. Box 50251
Austin, TX 78763
619-202-0065
larkin@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Ludus Tours unveiled its 2011 Guadalajara Pan Ams Travel Packages, which include hotel stay, transportation, onsite guide and translator assistance, as well as exclusive Ludus Tours perks and events.

Austin, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/28/2011 -- Today Ludus Tours, ( http://ludustours.com/ ) a travel and hospitality company that focuses on major global sporting and cultural events, unveiled its 2011 Guadalajara Pan Ams Travel Packages, which include hotel stay, transportation, onsite guide and translator assistance, as well as exclusive Ludus Tours perks and events.

The Pan American Games host top athletes from over 40 countries in North, Central and South America, and the Caribbean. This year's event will take place from October 14-30, 2011, and will have more sports than the 2012 London Olympics.

Ludus Tours is offering three waves of standard packages, which are priced from $995 per person and include a five or six night stay in a three to five-star hotel, private airport transportation both ways, welcome happy hour, Guadalajara sightseeing excursion, gift bags and more. To view full package details, visit http://www.ludustours.com/panam_packages.shtml.

"The Pan American Games are the biggest sporting event in the Western Hemisphere and they bring many of the world's most talented athletes-who also happen to be neighbors-out to compete," said Adam Dailey, Managing Director of Ludus Tours. "We're excited to help as many American fans as possible make the trip south of the boarder to cheer on our national team."

Ludus Tours is the Official Hospitality and Accommodations Provider for over 10 USA National Governing Bodies (NGB) and members of a Ludus Tours sponsored NGB receive a discount on any Ludus Tours trip, including the 2011 Pan American Games, the London Games and more.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2011 Oktoberfest, the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and more. Founded 2003, Ludus has helped tens of thousands of individuals, families and organizations get the most out of experiencing major events. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation Provider for many of the USA National Governing Bodies including Volleyball, Water Polo and Triathlon, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA, with offices in London, UK. They are not affiliated with the U.S. Olympic Committee or Team USA. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel.

Press & Media Contact:
Larkin Geyer
Ludus Tours
Account Manager
P.O. Box 50251
Austin, TX 78763
619-202-0065
larkin@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Austin, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/16/2011 -- USA Diving is pleased to announce a partnership with Ludus Tours, a travel company that focuses on major global sporting events, as the Official Hospitality Package Partner of USA Diving. Through this new partnership, USA Diving members will receive discounted rates on special "Follow USA Diving" travel packages to a number of top events, including the 2012 Olympic Games in London.

"USA Diving is very excited to begin our new partnership with Ludus Tours," said USA Diving president and CEO Linda Paul. "I am confident they will provide an incredible experience for our families, friends and fans wishing to attend events such as the 2012 Olympic Games in London."

"Ludus Tours is thrilled to partner with USA Diving. They have a passionate audience and we are eager to provide them with accommodations and access to watch their athletes compete on the world's biggest stage," said Adam Dailey, Managing Director of Ludus Tours. "In addition to trips to the 2012 London Games, Ludus Tours will also provide tours to the 2011 FINA World Championships in Shanghai, China."

Ludus Tours accommodates fans' needs by offering multiple waves for packages to both the 2011 FINA World Championships scheduled for July 16-31 in Shanghai, China, and the 2012 Olympic Games, which are set for July 27-August 12 in London, England. Packages include hotels, airport transportation, exclusive Ludus Tours events and access, meet and greet with athletes and much more. For more information on packages to FINA please visit http://www.fina2011.com and for the 2012 Summer Games, please http://www.summergames.travel/USA_Diving_Fan_package.html

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2011 FINA World Championships in Shanghai, the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara, the 2012 Summer Games in London, and more. Founded 2003, Ludus has helped tens of thousands of individuals, families and organizations get the most out of experiencing major events. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation provider for many of the USA National Governing Bodies including Diving, Synchronized Swimming and Water Polo, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel.

About USA Diving
Featuring America's best divers, USA Diving is the national governing body for the sport of diving. Headquartered in Indianapolis, USA Diving offers diversified programs geared toward the broadest number of diving enthusiasts, from the novice to the world champion. USA Diving conducts approximately 40 regional and national events annually and is responsible for training and selecting teams that represent the United States at international events such as the Olympic Games, World Championships and World Cup. For additional information please call (317) 237-5252 or visit http://www.usadiving.org.

Contact: Jennifer Lowery
USA DIVING
132 E. Washington St.
Suite 850
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
Phone: 317-237-5252
Fax: 317-237-5257
http://www.usadiving.org

Press & Media Contact:
Corby Fisher
Director of Sales & Marketing
Ludus Tours
P.O. Box 50251
Austin, TX 78763
435-640-3131
corby@ludussports.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Follow USA Water Polo to the 2011 FINA World Championships.

Austin, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/10/2011 -- Ludus Tours, a travel company that focuses on major global sporting events, has teamed up with USA Water Polo to serve as the official travel and hospitality partner of the organization's participation in the 2011 FINA World Championships. Ludus Tours will offer discounted rates to USA Water Polo members as part of special "Follow USA Water Polo," packages for fans, family, friends, and members, giving them the ability to see the National Teams compete on the world stage in Shanghai, China. As an added bonus a $5,000 Ludus Sports Scholarship Grant will be awarded by the travel company towards the development of water polo to a deserving USA Water Polo member.

According to USA Water Polo CMO Jen Rottenberg, "We are excited to welcome, Ludus Tours to the USA Water Polo family. They will be providing an invaluable service that will facilitate and enhance the travel experiences of our members, fans, friends and family, as they support our exception Women's and Men's National Teams."

"We are thrilled to partner with USA Water Polo. Their loyal members, sponsors and athlete's families will now have a friend in the travel and hospitality world." Said Adam Dailey, Ludus Managing Director. "We are here to help fans have the unforgettable experiences supporting Team USA at these global events."

The 2011 FINA World Championships are scheduled for July 16-31 in Shanghai, China while the 2012 Olympic Games are set for July 27-August 12 in London, England. In the coming weeks a tours and travel page featuring the offerings of Ludus Tours will be available at http://www.usawaterpolo.org. For more information on Ludus Tours visit their website at http://www.ludustours.com.

About USA Water Polo
USA Water Polo, Inc. is the national governing body for water polo in America, overseeing our United States Olympic program as well as 20 different championship events annually, such as Junior Olympics and Masters Championships. With more than 35,000 members, USAWP is also the sanctioning authority for more than 400 tournaments nationwide. USAWP is committed to the development of the sport nationwide. It fosters grass-roots expansion of the sport, providing a national system of affiliated clubs, certified coaches and officials.

About Ludus Tours Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the worlds premiere sporting and cultural events. The Ludus event schedule includes the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, Oktoberfest in Munich, Running of the Bulls in Pamplona and The Masters in Georgia, among others. Founded 2003, Ludus has helped tens of thousands of individuals, families and organizations get the most out of experiencing major events. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation provider for many of the National Governing Bodies of Olympic Teams including USA: Volleyball, Water Polo, Luge, Taekwondo, Synchro, Judo, Wrestling and Weightlifting. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK to prepare for the London Games. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel

Media Contact:
Greg Mescall
714-500-5455
gmescall@usawaterpolo.org

Press & Media Contact:
Corby Fisher
Director of Sales & Marketing
Ludus Tours
P.O. Box 50251
Austin, TX 78763
435-640-3131
corby@ludussports.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Today Ludus Tours, announced its custom hospitality fan packages for USAV members and fans looking to attend and cheer on the National Teams at the 2012 Games in London.

Austin, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 03/07/2011 -- Today Ludus Tours, the official tour operator and hospitality provider for USA Volleyball and other National Governing Bodies, announced its custom hospitality fan packages for USAV members and fans looking to attend and cheer on the National Teams at the 2012 Games in London. The USA Volleyball Fan Package (http://www.trackandfieldtours.com/USA_Volleyball_Fan_package.html) includes hotel, transportation, guided onsite assistance and exclusive Ludus Tours events and access.

"Ludus Tours knows Olympic fans and we are looking forward to having their style of service and sense of fun at our biggest events. We share the same enthusiasm for helping as many of our members and fans make the trip to London in 2012," USA Volleyball Secretary General Kerry Klostermann said.

Ludus Tours will be offering packages for both beach and indoor volleyball. Standard packages are priced from $3,050 per person and include a six-night stay in a three-star hotel, private airport transportation both ways, access to the Ludus Tours hospitality lounge, tour excursions to London museums and monuments, gift bags and more. To view full package details, visit http://www.volleyball-tours.com.

"The USA Volleyball team has amazing support and Ludus Tours is excited to bring the fans and family together through our reputable tour and hospitality packages," Ludus Tours Managing Director Adam Dailey said. "A great perk of traveling with Ludus Tours is that USA Volleyball members get a booking discount on our packages and a portion of the proceeds goes directly back to USA Volleyball."

For more information on Ludus Tours or if you would like to create a customized package for the Games or another USA Volleyball event, please contact Ludus Tours at (866) 343-6133.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours provides complete travel, tour and hospitality packages to the world's premiere sporting and cultural events, including the 2011 Pan American Games in Guadalajara, the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and more. Founded 2003, Ludus has helped tens of thousands of individuals, families and organizations get the most out of experiencing major events. Ludus is the Official Hospitality and Accommodation provider for many of the USA National Governing Bodies including Volleyball, Water Polo and Weightlifting, among others. In addition to their travel services, Ludus Sports offers corporate branding, marketing and retail opportunities within each of their events. Ludus Tours is based in San Diego, CA with offices in London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.summergames.travel

About USA Volleyball
Founded in 1928, USA Volleyball is a Colorado incorporated non-profit organization recognized by the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and the Federation International de Volleyball (FIVB) as the National Governing Body for the sport of Volleyball in the United States. USA Volleyball is responsible for both the Olympic disciplines of indoor volleyball and beach volleyball. USA Volleyball has more than 260,000 registered members, 12,000 teams and 5,000 clubs nationwide. With an annual budget in excess of $17 million dollars, USA Volleyball supports the USA men's and women's senior national team programs, youth and junior national teams, national championship events, coaching education and certification programs, grassroots development, and programs for the disabled and Paralympic Teams. USA Volleyball has a rich tradition of success as evidenced by winning at least one medal in every Olympic Games since 1984 and capturing numerous FIVB World Cup, FIVB World Championship and Continental Championship titles. USA Volleyball is committed to and works toward opportunity for all to participate. It is an advocate for all Americans endeavoring to assure universal access to opportunities at all levels of the game.

Press & Media Contact:
Corby Fisher
Director of Sales & Marketing
Ludus Tours
P.O. Box 50251
Austin, TX 78763
435-640-3131
corby@ludussports.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Ludus Sports has hired Corby Fisher as their Director of Sales and Marketing. Fisher will lead the sales, marketing and consulting efforts for Ludus.

Austin, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 01/18/2011 -- Ludus Sports has hired Corby Fisher as their Director of Sales and Marketing. Fisher will lead the sales, marketing and consulting efforts for Ludus. As an athlete, he competed for the US Ski Jumping Team throughout Europe and Japan. As a coach, Fisher made history by winning the first World Championship in American Nordic sports and becoming the youngest Head Coach in American Olympic history when he led the team in Torino for the 2006 Olympic Games.

To follow up his competitive tenure, he transitioned his passion and knowledge of sport to the marketing and media side where he managed Caliber Sports Enterprises out of Park City, UT.

"I'm feel great about joining Adam and the Ludus team in 2011. They have built a very successful model for something I feel passionate about, providing unforgettable and amazing experiences at the worlds top events. With the combination of the Ludus team, their founding principals and what I can bring to the table, I saw a perfect fit. I'm confident that success will continue as we grow into consulting and beyond. I see an amazing opportunity to share my lifetime of experience and passion in these premiere events with all of our guests, both returning and new. Something that will both guarantee value and ensure a phenomenal experience, every time "

Fisher will be transitioning from CEO of Caliber to their Board of Directors and devoting his full time efforts to Ludus out of their San Diego office. Corby further devotes his passion for articulating sport by helping NBC and Universal Sports with commentating and production work.

Adam Dailey, Ludus' Managing Director, said that Fisher's experiences in sports marketing bring a needed level of expertise to the organization. "Corby knows events and knows sales at every level of sports," Dailey said. "Not only does he bring a wealth of knowledge, but he's also a really great person - he fits our corporate culture and that's always an important thing for us."

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours specializes in tour packages and hospitality at the world's biggest cultural and sporting events. They offer travel packages to the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and the U.S. Formula 1 Grand Prix in Austin, among other events. Since 2003, Ludus has helped thousands of individuals, families and organizations with their accommodation and hospitality needs. Ludus is the Official Hospitality Provider for various organizations including USA Water Polo, USA Volleyball and Athletics Canada, among others. They are based in Austin, Texas, with offices in San Diego, CA and London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.ludustours.com.

Press & Media Contact:
Victoria Whyte, PR Manager
Ludus Tours
P.O. Box 50251
Austin, TX 78763
778-322-7474
victoria@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Austin, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/09/2010 -- Cinti met Ludus founders Adam and Jessica Dailey in Torino, Italy in 2005 while Ludus was preparing for the 2006 Winter Games. Her passion for sports, traveling and people attracted her to Ludus ( http://www.ludustours.com ) in 2008 in Beijing, where Cinti held the position of Event Manager and was responsible for on-site logistics.

Cinti has been a journeyman for Ludus ( http://www.ludustours.com ) since she was hired almost three years ago. Shortly after Beijing, she was promoted to Director of International Sales in Vancouver, Canada. She continued her position within the organization when she moved to Johannesburg to manage Ludus' 2010 World Cup program in South Africa.

Cinti will head up the Ludus Tours Office in the United Kingdom in preparation for the 2012 Summer Games. "We're thrilled to have Raffa running things on the ground for us in London," Adam Dailey said. "She knows our company, she knows the Olympics and she knows London." Before working with Ludus, Cinti as an Account Manager at Fiat in Italy.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours ( http://www.ludustours.com ) specializes in tour packages and hospitality at the world's biggest cultural and sporting events. They offer travel packages to the 2012 Games in London, the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, among other events. Since 2003, Ludus has helped thousands of individuals, families and organizations with their accommodation and hospitality needs. Ludus is the Official Hospitality Provider for various organizations including the USA Taekwondo, USA Volleyball, Athletics Canada and others. They are based in Austin, Texas, with offices in San Diego, CA and London, UK.

Press & Media Contact:
Victoria Whyte, PR Manager
Ludus Tours
P.O. Box 50251
Austin, TX 78763
778-322-7474
Victoria@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

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Ludus Tours has announced the addition of Lisa Freedman as Director of Business Development. Freedman will head up Business Operations with responsibilities with driving new opportunities and day-to-day management.

Austin, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/06/2010 -- Freedman began working in the Olympic business in 1993 in Venue Management at the Atlanta Organizing Committee for the Olympic Games. She spent five years with the Salt Lake Organizing Committee in Venue Development performing project and site management duties for multiple venues. Most recently, Lisa held the position of Project Manager at Gameday Management Group with specific focus on Vancouver, Canada in support of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games.

Over the course of her career, Lisa has also worked for the International Sports Architecture firm, Populous, on multiple NFL Super Bowls, MLB all Star Games, the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, the 2012 London Olympics Games, as well as special projects for the International Olympic Committee.

"We're thrilled to have Lisa join us," Adam Dailey, Ludus' Managing Director, said. "Not only does she have a high level of experience, but she really resonates with our company's core values. She's a great leader"

Freedman was drawn to the organization because she felt the company's core values and events were a match. "I feel fortunate to have this terrific opportunity with Ludus," Freedman said. "Ludus not only provides exemplary services, but our clients are people who share our passions and values. I am very excited to continue to build upon my skills while pursuing my love of events at the local, national and international levels all while being based at home."

Freedman has operational and management experience with the Rose Bowl, San Diego International Sports Council, the US Olympic Committee as well as live events in Hollywood, CA. She brings international business management, marketing, operations and production experience to Ludus. Lisa is based in San Diego, CA.

About Ludus Tours
Ludus Tours specializes in tour packages and hospitality at the world's biggest cultural and sporting events. They offer travel packages to the 2012 Summer Games in London, the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, and Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, among other events. Since 2003, Ludus has helped thousands of individuals, families and organizations with their accommodation and hospitality needs. Ludus is the Official Hospitality Provider for various organizations including the USA Taekwondo, USA Weightlifting, USA Volleyball and others. They are based in Austin, Texas, with offices in San Diego, CA and London, UK. For more information, please visit http://www.ludustours.com.

Press & Media Contact:
Victoria Whyte, PR Manager
Ludus Tours
P.O. Box 50251
Austin, TX 78763
778-322-7474
Victoria@ludustours.com
http://www.ludustours.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm