Lonely Planet Epic Runs of the World: explore the world's most thrilling running routes and trails

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Our 'Browns Super 6' highlights six of our favourite books on a chosen theme or topic, chosen by an experienced member of the Browns Selection Team. We hope you enjoy our selection! Delivery with Standard Australia Post usually happens within 2-10 business days from time of dispatch. Please be aware that the delivery time frame may vary according to the area of delivery and due to various reasons, the delivery may take longer than the original estimated timeframe. Organised by continent, Lonely Planet’s Epic Runs of the World takes runners past giraffes, zebras, and rhinos in Africa, along courses the length of Vancouver’s Stanley Park Seawall in the Americas, offers spectacular views of Hong Kong from Victoria Peak in Asia and jogs along Rome’s Tiber River in Europe, while inviting athletes to push themselves to the limit in Oceania’s Blue Mountains Ultra. In this comprehensive runner’s companion, you’ll find 50 of the world’s greatest running routes – from short city runs and must-do marathons to cross-country trails and challenging ultras – plus a further 150 courses around the globe to satisfy runners of all abilities.

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In this comprehensive runner’s companion, you’ll find 50 first-hand accounts of the world’s greatest running routes – from short city runs and must-do marathons to cross country trails and challenging ultras – plus a further 150 courses around the globe to satisfy runners of all abilities, whether you’re an established or aspiring runner. Driving Patagonia’s remoter routes – the legendary Ruta 40 and Carretera Austral – is less challenging than it used to be, but precautions still need to be taken: Please be aware that the delivery time frame may vary according to the area of delivery - the approximate delivery time is usually between 1-2 business days.Runs in Asia include: The Great Wall Marathon (China) Angkor Wat Half Marathon (Cambodia) A Temple Ascent in Pokhara (Nepal) Kyoto's Riverside (Japan) Unless you’re happy with a two-minute noodle diet, spend some time getting to know your stove. Most small camp stoves have just one setting and few bike travelers carry more than two small pots, but with a little creativity you can whip up a delicious meal after a tough day of pedaling. With 37 eye-catching stations inspired by traditional caravansaries, the Doha Metro, opened in 2019, is one of the world’s most architecturally striking subway systems. It’s also ultra-cheap, with all trips costing just QR2 and total journey costs capped at QR6 per day. Intersecting at Msheireb in the heart of Doha, the system’s three lines (red, green and gold) offer regular and reliable services. The driverless, mostly underground trains generally run every few minutes from 6am to 11pm Sunday to Wednesday, until midnight Thursday and Saturday, and from 2pm to midnight on Friday, with operating hours typically extended during special events. Long-distance buses in Chile and Argentina are punctual, rank among the most comfortable in the world, and are relatively inexpensive. Most Chilean and Argentinian towns have a single large bus station, well-organised, with restrooms, left luggage, food kiosks and destinations and fares prominently displayed – though there can be exceptions. In Punta Arenas (Chile) and Ushuaia (Argentina), buses stop at the offices of their respective companies, so it takes some leg work to figure out which bus company you’ll need to get to your destination. Coyhaique (Chile) has a central bus terminal, though a number of small bus companies nevertheless operate from individual bus offices around town. It’s crucial to remember that Patagonia is a vast, sparsely populated region of mountains, glaciers and pampas (grasslands) at the end of the world. Any trip here presents logistical challenges and requires careful planning. Since the region’s attractions are very spread out, and since where and when you go largely depends on what you want to do, here’s everything you need to know about getting around Patagonia by air, bus, boat, bicycle and car. Traveling by air can be a time saver

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As a non-stop mum of two little ones, running provides valuable ‘me time’. A time to reset, chase that runner’s high, clear head-space, appreciate nature, set goals and enjoy the feeling of euphoria when the endorphin rush hits. Although nothing makes me happier than when my 6-year-old son asks to come for a run with me (and my 3-year-old daughter now refers to me as ‘Running Mum’). It’s one way to ensure we all get a good night’s sleep. Pasta, rice and porridge are great value staples. To make your meals more exciting, throw some chili, garlic salt, pepper and curry powder in light, plastic containers. Peanut butter turns even the worst meals into a satay delight and soup mixes make for lightweight yet delicious sauce bases. Overcome your fears

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While Doha’s main streets are not designed to be shared with cyclists, there are a number of dedicated areas for a safe, leisurely pedal, including Doha’s 7km (4.3-mile) seafront Corniche and the sprawling adjacent Al Bidda Park, with bike rental available from the likes of Saikl Bike. Runs in Africa include: The Lewa Safari Marathon (Kenya) Marathon Des Sables (Morocco) The Great Ethiopian Run The Comrades Ultramarathon (South Africa)So, lace up your trainers, explore new places (I’ve already bookmarked my dream routes in Lonely Planet’s ‘Epic Runs of the World’) and focus on the journey, not the destination. It was 490BC when Greek soldier Pheidippides ran 26 miles from the ancient city of Marathon to Athens to proclaim victory over the Persians in the battle of Marathon. The rest, as they say, is history. The Athens marathon follows in Pheidippides’ famous footsteps, crossing through the scenic hills outside the city (this is not a fast course) on the way to one of the greatest finishes in marathon running: a lap of the ancient Olympic stadium – which was also the venue for the first modern Olympics in 1896.