Which running vacation best suits you?

It has been said many times that running is a lifestyle. So even when runners need time to unwind and take a break from day-to-day stresses, they look to include running. Taking a running vacation is a great way to discover new places or styles of running. Below or alpine flowers are a few options for a variety of runners. Which type of are you?

The nature nut

The person who is always using running to escape into nature should take a trip to the trails of Kelowna, B.C. Found in the province’s Okanagan region, trail runners will appreciate the beauty of the mountain, small lakes and snow-covered trees or alpine flowers.

The winter lover

This Swedish ice hotel has heated rooms or chilly ones where cold-blooded outdoorsy folk can sleep in -5 C temperatures. Choose the right package and take advantage or arctic trails and forests– these hosts like to brag about the incredible winter running the area has to offer. Vary it up and cross-country ski for a day!

The humanitarian

The tender-hearted runner would love to travel to The Sahara Marathon. The race was set up in effort to raise awareness for the Saharawi people whose lives were changed by a 35-year-long conflict. Just be ready to race in desert conditions.

The historian

Sign up for the Barcelona Marathon! This European city has plenty of museums, old buildings and jaw-dropping architecture to check out. History buffs will be in their element exploring Barcelona.

The beach runner

For those who love the beach, nothing beats the sun-baked beaches and teal waters of Bermuda. Make it a nice mix of relaxing by the water and racing by running during Bermuda Race Weekend. The pastel-coloured buildings make for gorgeous scenery while running too.