Welcome to RunFun Travel – Plan Your 2016 Marathon – Women in Half Marathons – Left Behind on Planes

Marathon & Lifestyle Travel Specialists       Now that we've recovered from the Antarctic Vortex, winter has returned to its sunny, blue sky self. I for one, am glad that's over!
This time of year sees a bit of a lull as runners concentrate their energies on training up for the upcoming marathons. Heads down, tails up, long runs on the weekend, with that goal of finishing a marathon well within their sights.

So when to do you start planning your next marathon? Well, if it's a local one, you should have your plans (and training) well in place six months out. If you're heading overseas, it takes a lot more planning in terms of work, training and life in general.
So if you're planning on running an overseas marathon in 2016, maybe now is the time to set your goal and commit. We can help you do that by guaranteeing your entry… then all you've got to do is train!

And remember….. when you think of travelling to an event, think about travelling with the marathon and lifestyle travel experts.    

Fran Seton & Dave Cundy 

RunFun Travel | runfuntravel.com

Time to Plan your 2016 Marathon Now!
If you're thinking about running an overseas marathon in 2016 you probably should be well into the planning stages now. We can help with your plans by guaranteeing your entry so you will never be left with a fully trained body and nowhere to run. How disappointing is it to do all the training and then miss out on your entry?

Very, from what I've heard from many runners who have missed out on their dream event.  So don't miss out. Contact us and we'll guarantee your entry to your next marathon. Even if it's well in advance you will have security in the knowledge that you have a guaranteed place locked away. 

Contact us now for more information on how your can get to New York, Berlin, Paris, Rome, Medoc, Athens…. all the places you've dreamed of running. And more!

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Why Women are Running More Marathons?
Half Marathons are quickly becoming the more favoured event for women as they are attracted to the festival like atmosphere. Recent data from Running USA shows roughly 1.2 million women finished a half marathon (in the US) last year.  One of the major influences on women running half marathons is that women see the distance as more doable than a marathon but more rewarding than a 5km. 

Marathon organisers are also starting to cotton on to this burgeoning market, with pink tutus and tiaras at the starting line, Tiffany & Co. necklaces and flutes of Champagne at the finish. Half marathons are being seen as more than a competition and viewed as a 'girls' weekend getaway.' Women also love the added extras on course – bands to keep the rhythm going, supporters along the way and snacks to keep energised. It makes the event fun and not as serious, something women can relate to. Women's only half marathons can also provide women with a stress free environment where they can feel inspired, empowered and comfortable in their bodies, no matter their size. Social media also plays a role in engaging more women in running due to the support structure it creates.

Women tend to be more social creatures than men.  It's the camaraderie that brings women to the sport of running. If you stop and walk, no one is going to judge you. Having a support group keeps women running, even when you don't feel like getting out of bed.  And there's nothing better than crossing the finish line with your friends, all having completed your half marathon challenge! There are many half marathons around the world, both mixed and women's only.

If you have a group of friends and you want a girls' getaway contact us and let's chat (something else women are good at!) 

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Fun Fact:  What Book is Most often left on Planes?
People leave their belongings behind on planes all the time. But the book they leave behind is also the book that is most often shop lifted!.  British Airways cleared out their lost property recently and found some 500 books and 1,000 Kindles were left on flights last year. 

In the past three months, the most frequently forgotten titles were A Game of Thrones by George RR Martin and Grey by EL James.  Overall, the Holy Bible is the book most frequently left behind!