Travelling

I've always wanted to explore Sapa, a frontier town in Lào Cai Province of northwest Vietnam, 350km from Hanoi, for its breathtaking landscapes, filled with never-ending rice terraces. Trekking is one of the major activities for visitors to this quiet, natural heaven and since I had been missing out on...

1. It's just a stone's throw away. Always wanted to challenge yourself to an IRONMAN event but the pre-race logistics and location has stopped you from doing it? Previously, triathletes in Singapore headed to nearby events such as IRONMAN 70.3 Putrajaya or IRONMAN Malaysia (Langkawi). This year, IRONMAN 70.3 Bintan provides...

With its hundreds of beaches and its dozens of parks, runners are beyond spoilt for choice when they arrive in Sydney. And while some of these running routes are certainly not to be missed (Bondi to Coogee, anyone?), some require a journey from the city centre. Time-pressed travellers can...

Now the dust has settled on an unforgettable day of running and inspiration, the numbers that lie behind the second Wings for Life World Run show how the event captured the world’s imagination. Encouraged and supported by thousands of volunteers, athletes from all four corners of the globe came together on Sunday,...

So, you’ve decided to join 30,000 other runners this year in raising funds for a colour-coded cause at the AIMS-certified Osaka Marathon in 25 October, and you’re now wondering how to fill your time while in Osaka. The city boasts a comprehensive subway system that makes it easy to...

Between the cheap shopping and bargain hunting, gastronomical delights, a robust nightlife, and endless cocktails on the beach, Phuket has earned a reputation as a prime holiday destination for indulgence. However, holiday-makers don’t necessarily need to take the hedonistic route, as Phuket also offers a wealth of sporting activities,...

Blackmores Sydney Running Festival The Blackmores Sydney Running Festival is Australia’s largest and most prestigious running event. Last year, the event drew over 34,000 participants, including more than 2,500 international runners from 57 countries, and 2,000 interstate contestants.  For its 15th edition this year, the IAAF Gold Label certified race...

North Pole: The Final Frontier After completing the 7 continents, and becoming a member of The  7 Continents Marathon Club, I asked myself if I wanted to take the challenge further by running on the Arctic Ocean at the North Pole, thus qualifying for The Marathon Grand Slam Club. The North...