5 Destination Races You Need to Try Before You Die
Vacations are fun. Running races is fun. So what could be more fun than combining your vacay with your own amazing race? From running wine tours to running tours of New York City, using your feet can be the perfect way to enjoy your new surroundings and fit in your workout. There's no shortage of beautiful places to vacation that also have road races , but if you need a little inspiration, here are 10 destination races you need to try before you die!
1. The Avia Wildflower Triathlon: The Avia Wildflower Triathlon at Lake San Antonio in California is known as the "Woodstock of races." Not only do you have three distances to choose from, but you'll enjoy all the beauty of the Big Sur region with the added fun of camping, live bands, and gourmet food.
2. Snowshoe the Bear: Spring and summer may be prime racing season, but the Snowshoe the Bear race in Big Bear Lake, California shows that a little snow can be a lot of fun. Whether you're a novice or a pro at running in snowshoes, this race can be great motivation to keep your training up when it's cold outside.
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3. The Rock 'n Roll Marathon: If the exclusive parties, live music, and elite runners aren't enough to get you excited about doing a Rock 'n' Roll marathon, then consider that not only are there 24 stops all over North America-Vegas, anyone?-but it's also hitting Europe in 2012. Grab your running shoes and start practicing your Spanish! Or Portuguese! Or Italian!
4. Metro Dash Obstacle Race: Described as "a gut-wrenching, muscle-pounding, 'make you want to throw up' obstacle course race," the Metro Dash Obstacle Course is about more than just finishing. In their words, "It's compact, it's intense, and it's one hell of a good time." With races all over the U.S., the only hard part will be getting over the fact that you're going to ruin your good shoes. (Kidding! Sorta.)
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5. Disney Marathon: No destination running list would be complete without the Walt Disney World Marathon and Princess Half-Marathon in the theme park in Orlando, Florida. More than just a race, runners get a whole Disney-themed weekend with lush hotels, delicious food, and, of course, all the Mad-Hatter tea-cup rides you can handle.
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