Treasure islands
Athletics Weekly|March 26, 2020
TRAVEL TO THE CAYMAN ISLANDS IN DECEMBER FOR A RACECATION LIKE NO OTHER
Treasure islands

What: Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon, half-marathon, four-person relay and kids fun run

When: December 6, 2020

More info: caymanislandsmarathon.com

IMAGINE taking on a winter running challenge surrounded by tropical flora and fauna and with magnificent views across the azure Caribbean sea. The Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon offers just that!

The event – which includes a full marathon, half-marathon, four-person relay and kids fun run – provides a warm, intimate and friendly atmosphere. Caymanian hospitality will make you feel like more than just a number from the moment you cross the start line to when you pick up your commemorative turtle medal at the finish.

Cayman Islands

THE Cayman Islands is a British Overseas Territory in the western Caribbean Sea, comprising Grand Cayman, Cayman Brac and Little Cayman.

Each island has its own treasures for you to uncover and among Grand Cayman’s offerings is the Intertrust Cayman Islands Marathon.

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ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.

هذه القصة مأخوذة من طبعة March 26, 2020 من Athletics Weekly.

ابدأ النسخة التجريبية المجانية من Magzter GOLD لمدة 7 أيام للوصول إلى آلاف القصص المتميزة المنسقة وأكثر من 9,000 مجلة وصحيفة.

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