"I was amazed that you really researched a lot of information about Korea and its baseball history.
I appreciate your effort." – Kevin, South Korea

“You have done a superb job. It is an exceptionally good piece of work.” – Jim from Japan, on “A Fan’s Guide To The World Baseball Classic”

“Any time you have an opportunity to make a difference...and you don't, then you are wasting your time on Earth.” – the late, great Roberto Clemente

“Remember you told me how to get cheap tickets??
I did exactly what you told me and it worked out perfectly.” – Vin, Aguascalientes, Mexico

“I found (the guide) very interesting and learned a lot about Italian baseball. I never knew pitchers only had three pitches to warm up between innings.” – Matthew, Claremont, California

“Really liked your write up of Australia. You have obviously done your research to know about Victoria Bitter! Bloody good job!” – Rob, Aussie Expat

“I loved the way you described Dominican baseball…it really hit every aspect of Dominican ball. Being a Dominican myself I'm really proud and full of pride of my country's baseball history and culture. THX for letting the world know how important baseball is for us and how baseball is in the Dominican everyday life! I'm really looking forward to reading some of the other countries baseball traditions and guides!! Great stuff!” – Ariel, Dominican Republic

“There are several helpful and interesting parts (in the guide)…I appreciate the notion that the toughness bred by living in a hostile climate may account for some of our boys doing well in the majors. I also did not know about Tip O'Neill, and it sounds like we should start a HOF campaign for him. Thanks for bringing that up.” – Jim, Canada

“I wanted to ‘thank you’ for your writing + photos of Colombian baseball. I was very happy to see someone be so informed on Colombian baseball history. I learned a lot from your coverage. Plus I was honestly moved by your use of kind words regarding Colombia and its baseball exposure to the rest of the world.” – Frank, native Colombian

“Very insightful, many facts I didn’t know about Panamanian baseball.” – Dave 

“Have read your contribution about Venezuela, I think it is good, quite all your information is true and sticks to reality.” – Adriano, Venezuela

MR. SPORTS TRAVEL’S FAVORITE BASEBALL COUNTRIES TO VISIT AND TOP BALLPARKS OUTSIDE MLB

Top 5 favorite countries to visit for baseball: Cuba, Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Japan and Taiwan

Some of his favorite ballparks outside MLB:
Cuba: Guillermon Moncada Stadium, Santiago de Cuba (Santiago de Cuba, Cuban National League)
Dominican Republic: Cibao Stadium, Santiago (Santiago Eagles, Dominican Republic Winter League)
Nicaragua: Dennis Martinez Stadium, Managua (Boer Indians, Nicaragua Winter League)
Japan: Hanshin Koshien Stadium, Nishinomiya, Japan (Hanshin Tigers, Japan’s Pro League)
Taiwan: Taichung Baseball Field, Taichung (Sinon Bulls, Chinese Professional Baseball League)
Panama: Rico Cedeno Stadium, Chitre (Herrera, Panama Junior and Major League)
Korea: Munhak Baseball Stadium, Incheon, South Korea (SK Wyverns, Korea Pro League)
Mexico: Teodoro Mariscal Stadium, Mazatlan (Mazatlan Deer, Mexican Winter League)
Venezuela: Jose Perez Colmenares Stadium, Maracay (Maracay Tigers, Venezuela Winter League)
Colombia: November 11 Stadium, Cartagena (Cartagena Tigers, Colombia Winter League)
Puerto Rico: Hiram Bithorn Stadium, San Juan (Santurce Crabbers, Puerto Rico Winter League)
Italy: Stene Borghese Stadium, Nettuno (Nettuno Indians, Italian Pro Baseball)
Netherlands: DOOR Neptunus Family Stadium (DOOR Neptunus, Dutch Major League)
China: Tian Ti Dodger Stadium, Tianjin (Tiajin Lions, China Pro Baseball)
Australia: Sydney Baseball Stadium, Homebush Bay (Site of 2000 Olympics competition)