Palma de Mallorca is the capital city of the tourist island of Majorca,in the middle of the Mediterranean sea. Flights here are great value, and this compact city offers a great variety of things to do over a weekend. There is also the good chance of some autumn sunshine. Having commenced in 2003 the Palma Marathon and Half Marathon are now well established. Both race courses are flat and fast and take in some of the sights of this city too.

For this race we will be using our Smarter booking system

We will guide you through the steps of arranging your own weekend via links on this page. By following these steps and links you are eligible to receive our additional information - just let us know that you are all booked up by completing the form, and we will send you our travel tips, transfer tips, course briefing, and a list of things to see and do in the Palma de Mallorca area. You will see that the official race website offers a variety of accommodation as part of a package - however be warned - these hotels are no where near the start/finish area - and as this is one of 'Running Crazy's' main stipulations. We have provided accommodation links which should be used as part of our Smarter package. We know that you would prefer to use your own toilet rather than share a Portaloo with 15,000!

STEP ONE: Race Entry

Book your race entry by following this link www.tui-marathon.com

STEP TWO: Flights

Bearing in mind the times of the EXPO for collection of your race details and number/chip/T-Shirt/goody bag - Book your return flights. Feel free to use these links to find convenient flights from your area.

STEP THREE: Where to stay

Book your accommodation through our links at one of the following conveniently placed hotels.

3 star - Costa Azul Hotel, Passeo Maritimo 7, 07014 Palma
'Staff were very helpful and overall good value - bar prices reasonable for this area'

4 Star - Mirador Hotel, Passeo Maritimo 10, 07014 Palma
'Size of the room and view over the harbour were both very good'

5 Star - Gran Melia Victoria Hotel, Av de Joan Miro 21, 07014 Palma
'Extremely comfortable with very helpful staff'

All 3 hotels are well located for the race, your sightseeing and your transfers. They are all located within sight of the start/Finish line.

STEP FOUR:   Travel Tips, Transfer Tips, What to see and do.

Complete and send on this form for your free information on how to cheaply travel from the airport to the hotel (and return), location and how to get to the EXPO, a course briefing, and what to see and do in Palma de Mallorca. We will make a suggestion of where to celebrate your run on the Sunday evening and as other 'Running Crazy' runners will be directed there too, it seems likely that a party could ensue! Wear your 'Running Crazy' badge and race medal so that you will be spotted! We will also provide you with your emergency 'phone number for use in case of need over the weekend.

Download form here

That's it - all very simple. All is prepared for your race weekend away

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