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‘Bleisure’ travel boom gives these fans the best of both worlds

Michael Bleby
Michael BlebyDeputy property editor
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Self-described “sport-head” Gabrielle Trainor is a huge Olympics fan, but her journey to Paris for the 33rd Olympiad will be just her first overseas games.

The company director, AFL commissioner and Infrastructure Australia interim chief commissioner, will be among a flock of Australian sports fans who, having been locked out of the Tokyo Olympics due to pandemic restrictions, have jumped on the opportunity to see the world’s top athletes in action.

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Michael Bleby covers commercial and residential property, with a focus on housing and finance, construction, design & architecture. He also dabbles in the business of sport. Michael is based in Melbourne. Connect with Michael on Twitter. Email Michael at mbleby@afr.com

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