The Weekend:
Amsterdam is just a short hop across the channel, and many low cost flights make this popular City a destination - getting there is cheap and easy. The ING Marathon, Half Marathon and 7.5K races have proven very popular with UK runners over recent years. Starting and finishing in the 1928 Olympic Stadium there will be over 20,000 people taking part - and promises to be a great event. You may well have seen the Orange and White T-Shirts - now you could have one too!

What is included:
- Met at Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport by 'Running Crazy' staff
- Transfer and return from/to Airport
- 48 Hour Transport ticket (Metro, Bus, Trams)
- 4* Hotel on Bed and Breakfast basis
- Hotel conveniently located for race and sightseeing days
- Race Entry (Race Fee to be added - as different for each race)
- Reception Meeting/Map of Course/Explanation of Course
- Goody Bag and Number/Chip delivered
- 'T-Shirt'
- Early Morning Call on race day
- After Race 'Get together' and Party
- Full Results Service by E-Mail
- City Map and 'Running Crazy' guide and suggestions for sightseeing
- Optional CD-Rom Video Souvenir of race

The Race:

Race Start Times
- Marathon: 1030 Time Limit 6 Hours
- Half Marathon: 1400 Time Limit 3 Hours
- 7.5K: 1115 Time Limit 55 Minutes

The Marathon course takes in many of the sights of the City, and is set along the River Amstel for much of the latter stages.

Accommodation:
'Running Crazy Ltd' have secured 4* Hotel accommodation on a Bed and Breakfast basis at a hotel conveniently located for the race and also for your sightseeing days. The Hotel is just 50 metres from the Metro line, and a Tram route terminates right beside the hotel. The 'Running Crazy' Hospitality tent will be available for kit storage at the Olympic Stadium, but the organisers have this well covered in any event.

The Weather:
Amsterdam enjoys a similar climate to that of the UK at this time of year.

•  Average Sunshine hours per day: 3
•  Wet days in a month: 12
•  Average temperatures 6-13 degrees Celsius
•  Average monthly rainfall: 3''

Entertainment:
Amsterdam is unique - there is nowhere quite like it. The people are friendly and nothing is too much trouble - virtually everybody speaks a good level of English. There are Museums galore in Amsterdam - 37 in total! Most famous perhaps 'The Rijksmuseum', the 'Rembrandt House', and the 'Anne Frank House'. There is a free and liberal atmosphere throughout the City. There are plenty of coffee shops and cafes where you can make time to just sit back and enjoy your free time. There is good shopping, great parks, take a canal cruise for a different view of the City. We offer a Pasta Party the night before the race, and a get together and Party after the event. We will also provide you with a City Map, some ideas of things to see and do, and a 48 Hour free Transport ticket for use on the Metro, Bus or Trams.

Groups:
Amsterdam is a great race for a group of runners. With a Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K, everybody can be catered for. There are discounts available for large groups (20+), but even a group of just 10 will qualify for an additional prize for the first or last to finish ...you choose. If you have a group interested in joining us, just complete the Group Application Form and 'Running Crazy Ltd' will be in touch.

Prices:
A great value weekend - As a typical example a 2 Night stay as a runner costs just £199 - with all the above included.   

What to do next:
If you are interested in taking part in this event simply complete and return the Application Form. Further details will be sent by return of E-Mail including travel tips, a full price list, and payment arrangements.