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Tipped to be one of Thailand’s most coveted marathon events to date the Laguna Phuket International Marathon is set to take place for the 8th consecutive year in 2013. Due to start on the 9th of June, 2013 this year’s marathon will catapult the 7th edition by leaps and bounds with an impressive 5000 runners and walkers gearing up to take on the challenge. The 2012 Laguna Phuket International Marathon attracted over 4000 athletes and was deemed a great success in terms of the race’s record which improves with each marathon season.
A red letter event that is sanctioned and approved by the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races the race takes place in one of the most breathtaking environments in the world with the picture postcard perfect coastlines of Phuket providing the backdrop. Commencing and closing at Laguna Phuket the race’s course is approximately 42 kms and is open to anyone above the age of 18. Those aged 16 and over can take part in the half marathon which is only 21km in length while 13 year olds can take part in the 10.5km race. The 5km walk on the other hand is open to all age groups while runners can register online till June 1st, 2013 when registration concludes till the starting day.
The schedule for the marathon includes picking up the race kit as well as engaging in last minute registration processes at designated times on the 7th and 8th of June. Kicking off from the Y shaped junction near the entrance of Laguna Beach the marathon’s course heads out of the Laguna area and veers towards small villages located in the north. Passing rubber estates and pineapple plantations the course of the marathon lets runners absorb the rich natural heritage of Phuket and the beauty of its natural environment before looping around in the final 10km to return to Laguna.
Supportive care for runners is available all along the route including water stations every 2km offering fruits and water bottles while isotonic drinks are available from 12.5km and beyond. Bathrooms facilities, medical amenities as well as kilometre markers are also available for the convenience of participants.
Travellers in search of a breathtaking Patong beach resort can stay at Millennium resort Patong Phuket. Providing guests with the best in modern amenities this elegant Phuket resort offers a truly rewarding holiday experience on this enchanting island.
Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.