A big hello to you and a huge welcome to our latest Travelling Fit Newsletter.
In this issue we are highlighting a few of the fantastic Marathons that are on towards the end of the year, a couple of which are conveniently just in time for you Christmas Holidays. Spread over three continents, each Marathon has something unique to offer so read on and get your running shoes ready
EUROPE - The Venice Marathon
NORTH AMERICA - The New Las Vegas Marathon
ASIA - The Singapore Marathon |
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The Venice Marathon
28 October 2007 |
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Running from Strat on the mainland, over the Liberty Bridge and through St Mark's Square, this is one of Europe's most beautiful races. With the history of Venice beneath your feet, every step will take you closer to the centre of one of the most famous and most photographed cities in the world
Travelling Fit has accommodation and Marathon entry packages from as little as EUR €215.
Whilst in Venice, why not take a look at some of the other world famous attratctions (either as a tourist or as you run by).
The Grand Canal (Canalazzo)
Venice's main waterway splits the city in half. It is the hub around which much activity in Venice is concentrated and is encircled with elegant facades of the palazzi, which testify to the city's past opulence. The best way to explore the architectural splendour of these Renaissance buildings is on board a vaporetta (a motorised Gondola)
St Mark's Square
St Mark's Square (Piazza San Marco) has always been the nucleus of Venice. The first citadel and church were erected on its stony foundations, the Palazzo Ducale and the Basilica di San Marco respectively. Travellers and pigeons flock to the Piazza with equal zeal. It is the tourists however who pay to eat or drink at the elegant cafes that spill onto the pavements.
The Rialto Bridge
The Rialto has long been the commercial core of Venice and is famed as the place where the first bridge over the Grand Canal was built. The original wooden bridge collapsed under the strain of the crowds gathered here to admire a wedding procession and it was replaced by the sturdier single stone arch bridge
in 1588. Today the area still resembles the bustling fruit and vegetable market of former times.
For more information on the Venice Marathon, check out our website by clicking here
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The New Las Vegas Marathon
2 December 2007 |
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Experience the rush of adrenaline on the Start line in front of Mandalay Bay when the gun goes off with a spectacular laser display set to Elvis' "Viva Las Vegas" and fireworks.
Ideal weather and a loop course with a gradual mid-race incline followed by a downhill sprint to the finish line set the stage for exhilarating Races designed to set and break records, and shatter personal bests.
Join the world’s largest gathering of running Elvis impersonators. Get married at the world’s only Run Thru Wedding Chapel. Get caught up in the excitement of the only marathon in the world you can gamble on.
As one of the most vibrant cities in North America, Las Vegas has so much more to offer for individuals, couples and families.
Las Vegas isn't just about hotels and casinos anymore. It offers so much more
- there are some fantastic resorts to visit
- some of the permanent shows are truly legendary
- the world's greastest entertainers are always on show
There are also a huge variety of attractions in the surrounding area, including
- Atomic Testing Museum: America's primary Nuclear testing facility for over 40 years
- Ethel M Chocolate Factory: tastes as good as it sounds
- The Extraterrestrial Highway (just near Area 51): Max driving speed Warp Speed 7
- The Hoover Dam: One of the top 10 Construction Achievements of the 20th Century
For more information on the Las Vegas Marathon, check out our website by clicking here
or send us and email at sales@travellingfit.com
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The Singapore Marathon
2 December 2007 |
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Billed as one of the most beautiful in the world, the new course is shaded by trees and fringes the East Coast Parkway for much of the way. Starting at the Esplanade Bridge, the flat, shaded and scenic course will take the runners through some of the most historical sites of Singapore, along the picturesque East Coast Park coastal route, through the Business District of Shenton Way and finish at the Padang. Only a few hours from Australia Singapore and the Singapore Marathon are perfect for that Christmas Break, indulgent shopping spree or well deserved break.
Singapore is much more than a City State however. Why not spend a few nights there and experience some of the othere gems that are on offer
The Night Safari
As the sun sets, a different world comes to life. At the Night Safari, you can look a rhinoceros in the eye, hear the howls of a pack of striped hyenas or watch giraffes glide serenely across the plain in the still of the night. This premier night zoo houses over 900 animals of 135 exotic species in eight zones re-created to simulate geographic zones like the Southeast Asian rainforest, African savanna, Nepalese river valley, South American pampas and Burmese jungle. Strike out on your own along the walking trail or relax in a tram ride - whichever you choose, Night Safari is a wild adventure not to be missed.
Orchard Road
For shopping, Orchard Road is the ideal place to spend a day. The bustling shopping centres sell everything from the most fashionable and outrageous shoes and clothes to precious gems, eye wear and accessories. And when the shopping gets a little exhausting, revitalise yourself at one of the many restaurants and eating outlets.
Little India
This modest but colourful area of wall-to-wall shops, pungent aromas and Hindi film music is a relief from the prim modernity of many parts of the city. Centred around the southern end of Serangoon Rd, this is the place to come to pick up that framed print of a Hindu god you've always wanted, eat great vegetarian food and watch streetside cooks fry chapatis. The Zhujiao Centre is the main market, but there are also interesting spice shops nearby. The best temples are Veerama Kali Ammam, Sri Srinivasa Perumal and the glitzy Temple of 1000 Lights
For more information on the Singapore Marathon, check out our website by clicking here
or send us and email at sales@travellingfit.com
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Healthy living from the Travelling Fit Team
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