Lonely Planet Epic Runs of the World: explore the world's most thrilling running routes and trails

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Audio and visual announcements are made at each stop, and all trains and trams have space for manual and electric wheelchairs, along with dedicated seating areas and drop-off areas for passengers with limited mobility. Tourist eligibility to drive in Qatar varies by nationality, so do your homework before you plan to zoom off. Runners in the Marathon de Medoc, which follows a scenic route through the region’s famous vineyards, are obliged to wear fancy dress and are expected to get involved at the 23 wine stops along the way. Sometimes, you might be lulled into a false sense of security by the calm waters of Ushuaia’s bay, only to find the Zodiac bouncing on and being battered by house-sized waves farther out in the channel. Jamaicans are better known for sprinting than marathons, so you may find yourself running alone once the small field spreads out.

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Hiring a 4WD is not necessary, but a car with high clearance is desirable for main routes and essential for exploring unpaved minor roads. With traffic congestion becoming more common in Doha during peak periods, catching the metro is also often faster than driving. The best thing about running in Jamaica, however, is the post-race recovery — and the popular thing to do after the race is head to the nearby Hellshire or Fort Clarence beach, eat freshly caught fish and splash in the warm waves. Since the bulk of the trail hugs the highway through the desert, there’s not much to pause for anyway. A standard Qatar Rail travel card costs QR10 and can be topped up at metro stations or via the Qatar Rail app (minimum QR5).

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Explore The World’s Most Thrilling Running Routes And Trails

Commit to reading the fine print and get insurance with a comprehensive cover that will replace your kit if it’s stolen. Countries such as the Netherlands are renowned for their flat and bike-friendly trails, while thrill-seekers tend to make a beeline for the likes of Tajikistan and Patagonia. In this comprehensive runner's companion, you'll find 50 of the world's greatest running routes - from short city runs and must-do marathons to cross-country trails and challenging ultras - plus a further 150 courses around the globe to satisfy runners of all abilities. Hiring a car gives you the most flexibility, and you’ll need your own wheels to get to remote national parks and attractions, particularly off Chile’s Carretera Austral. With 57,000 runners taking part, it’s one of the world’s biggest marathons, and while in previous years the race had a reputation for being ignored by Parisians, in recent years the crowd support has been whole-hearted and full-voiced.mile) seafront Corniche and the sprawling adjacent Al Bidda Park, with bike rental available from the likes of Saikl Bike. Your bags should be hard-wearing as they'll carry everything you need such as the tent, stove, sleeping bag and mat, electronics and clothing. Intersecting at Msheireb in the heart of Doha, the system’s three lines (red, green and gold) offer regular and reliable services. Likewise, buses from El Calafate and other destinations in Argentinian Patagonia bound for Ushuaia must pass through Chilean territory to do so. Starting on the Champs-Élysées, it winds past Notre Dame, the Place de la Bastille and the Eiffel Tower, through two of the city’s wooded parks and along the banks of the Seine before finishing on Avenue Foch in sight of the Arc de Triomphe.

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While this is at times a challenging and hilly course, the Big Sur International Marathon is worth the effort, as it’s known as one of the most scenic and beautiful marathons in the world. Managed by Qatar’s government-owned transport company Mowasalat, turquoise-hued Karwa taxis are clean, affordable and strictly metered, with the flag fare at the airport starting at QR25 and then QR1. Pedaling your way around Patagonia is a serious undertaking – which only seems to inspire two-wheeled warriors intent on tackling Chile’s iconic Carretera Austral or Argentina’s Ruta 40. To make your meals more exciting, throw some chili, garlic salt, pepper and curry powder in light, plastic containers.Sustain Health covers all aspects of health and wellness, offering expert tips, advice, and guidance to help you stay motivated and on track.