The KLM Aruba Marathon is an official road race, organized on the highest international level, AIMS/ World Athletics certified, Boston Qualifier and one of the qualifying Marathons for the Abbott World Marathon Majors Wanda Age Group World Championships. For everyone is a suitable distance available. Run the unique and amazing …
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The KLM Aruba Marathon is an official road race, organized on the highest international level, AIMS/ World Athletics certified, Boston Qualifier and one of the qualifying Marathons for the Abbott World Marathon Majors Wanda Age Group World Championships. For everyone is a suitable distance available. Run the unique and amazing course which takes you along weaving palm trees, the characteristic Divi Divi trees, alongside the crystal clear ocean and past iconic landmarks like Eagle Beach and the California Lighthouse and experience the warmth and enthusiasm of the Aruban running community along the course! One Happy Runcation awaits on One Happy Island! At the finish awaits you a special designed bling-bling shiny Gold medal. And after the finish awaits a Celebration Party with friends and family on the Beach! Registration is open until we reach a limit of 2,500 participants. Each participant will receive a personalized start number, online time registration, a Prize winning Medal, a complimentary Cotton Event Shirt and a free App is available with track & trace. The Finisher Running Shirt & Singlet, the traditional Pasta Party and charity donation are optional during your subscription.
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Checking off South America
Beautiful Island with lots of things to do, visit and eat. We came to Aruba to check out South America in our quest to run a marathon on all the … MORE
Beautiful Island with lots of things to do, visit and eat. We came to Aruba to check out South America in our quest to run a marathon on all the continents.
The race started at 3:15am there is a 6 hours time limit so be aware. When the sun comes up at 7am it gets hot. Two 13.1 miles loops, bring your hydration packs and salt tabs.
Hot Run in Paradise ...
It started at 3:15 am to avoid the heat, was a two-loop course (mostly flat except for hill near the lighthouse) -- plenty of support. Did I mention it was … MORE
It started at 3:15 am to avoid the heat, was a two-loop course (mostly flat except for hill near the lighthouse) — plenty of support. Did I mention it was hot? It was nice before the sun came up — but once the sun rose — not a lot of shade. It was pretty, and a good “vacation” run — but don’t expect a PR. I would do it again.