The NFL goes to London

The Jacksonville Jaguars yesterday began selling travel packages to the NFL International Series game in London, to be held on Sunday, October 27. The Jaguars will play the San Francisco 49ers in Wembley Stadium.

The NFL International Series, begun in 2005 as a way to introduce Europeans to American-style football, also has a game scheduled on September 29, with the Minnesota Vikings playing the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The official Jaguars packages, available through their website, include a four-night hotel stay, non-stop round trip airfare from Orlando, game tickets, and event hospitality.

Packages start at $2,900 for a single guest and $3,900 for two, and range up to $5,200. They can be paid for in three payments, with a deposit upon booking and then additional payments in June and July.

All packages include airport transfers to/from the airport and hotel, four nights at the 4-star Superior Hilton London Paddington in London in a standard room or comparable property, daily breakfast, ground transportation to Wembley Stadium, upper level seating and general admission, and an NFL Tailgate party experience.

The higher-level packages offer better seating, food at the stadium, VIP privileges, and a Friday night party.