Abu Dhabi International Triathlon

09 Mar 2010 to 15 Mar 2010

Sports Tours International is excited to announce that we have been appointed the Official Sports Travel Partner for IMG and the inaugural Abu Dhabi International Triathlon which will take place on Sat 13th March 2010.

NEW PACKAGE PRICES NOW AVAILABLE WITH NEW 4 HOTEL ONLY 5 MIN WALK TO RACE START*

LAND BASED PACKAGE

The option of a land based Package for International competitors who would like to arrange their own flights or make their own way to the event to include:

• Return airport transfers from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Sports Tours International Hotel including your bike


• 3, 4 OR 5 nights 4* accommodation including breakfast staying at a luxury hotel a 5min walk to the race start


• Services of experienced Sports Tours International personnel over the event weekend


• Option of additional extras such as helicopter rides, day excursions, golf, spa experiences, yacht charters, motor racing experiences etc

PACKAGE DETAILS

3 Night Package (THU 11th, FRI 12th & SAT 13th March 2010)
£515 per person sharing a Twin or Double room
£429 per person sharing a Triple room
(must be booked together on same booking) Limited availability, please email for details
£799 per person in a Single Room

4 Night Package (THU 11th, FRI 12th, SAT 13th & Sun 14th March 2010)
£629 per person sharing a Twin or Double room
£519 per person sharing a Triple room
(must be booked together on same booking) Limited availability, please email for details
£1019 per person in a Single Room

5 Night Package (THU 11th, FRI 12th, SAT 13th, Sun 14th & MON 14th March 2010)
£749 per person sharing a Twin or Double room
£609 per person sharing a Triple room
(must be booked together on same booking) Limited availability, please email for details
£1229 per person in a Single room

(Please note that flights are NOT included and customers should make their own flight arrangements and then let Sports Tours know the details for arranging transfers)

PLUS the additional option of guaranteed race entry

Race Entry
Long Distance Course = 3km Swim, 200km Bike, 20km Run
Entry Cost After 9th Dec 2009
£120

Short Distance Course = 1.5km Swim, 100km Bike, 10km Run
Entry Cost After 9th Dec 2009
£83

Relay
(Short only) 1.5km Swim, 100km Bike, 10km Run
1 swims, 1 bikes, 1 runs
Entry Cost before 9th Dec 2009
£182
for a whole team of 3

Course Overview

(Please note that details are still subject to change but will be confirmed soon)

IMG will be working in close cooperation with the Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority to deliver an iconic route for the forthcoming Abu Dhabi International Triathlon. The route has been designed to ensure all athletes experience the very best that Abu Dhabi has to offer.

SWIM
The swim section will take place in the stunning lagoon in the shadow by the world famous 6 star Emirates Palace hotel.

BIKE
The bike course will take in the unmistakable scenery of the city of Abu Dhabi, featuring the iconic landmarks such as The Emirates Palace Hotel, The Sheikh Zayed Mosque and The Corniche all under the safety of completely closed roads. To the east of the city the bike route passes over Saadiyat Island and on to another attraction sure to whet the appetite of the cyclist; the brand new sports and leisure centre island known as Yas Island. Here the route will incorporate the Yas Marina Formula One Circuit which hosted the 2009 Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, the final race of the 2009 F1 season. Cycling around the track in the shadow of towering grandstands will be a once in a life time opportunity not to be missed.

RUN
The run course returns athletes to the Corniche and takes in the stunning Heritage village to the west of the city ensuring that the athletes will have taken in many of the areas of Abu Dhabi that make the emirate one of finest tourist destinations in the world.

The course is designed by IMG Triathlon specialists to ensure both professional and amateur athletes are challenged yet exhilarated by what they see and by the terrain they cover. This will be a unique, world class event promising an incomparable level of competitor experience and excitement.

To book, please download our *BOOKING FORM* and fax to 0044(0)161 703 8547 or email to us at triathlon@sportstoursinternational.co.uk.

For more info and to register your interest email us at triathlon@sportstoursinternational.co.uk .

Distance

The inaugural Abu Dhabi International Triathlon will take place on Saturday 13th March 2010 and we are delighted to announce that it’ll be raced over two unique distances:

Long Distance Course = 3km Swim, 200km Bike, 20km Run

Short Distance Course = 1.5km Swim, 100km Bike, 10km Run

This is a new distance yet to be raced outside of Europe but has already attracted the interest of many of the world’s top long distance triathletes.

The event hopes to attract up to 40 of the world’s top Professional triathletes. In addition there will be up to 1000 open age group places charged at the prices above. This offers unparalleled value when compared against Ironman events of this kind.

One man who is relishing the chance to show off his racing credentials is Faris Al Sultan, the 2005 Ironman World Championship winner and captain of Team Abu Dhabi Triathlon – the international triathlon squad backed by ADTA.

“It is fantastic that a world class long course triathlon has come to Abu Dhabi and the UAE. The emirate has a long track record of delivering some of the world’s best sporting events such as the recent F1. When the authorities here decide to do something, they do it with full commitment and dedication this will be world leading not just in prize money but every aspect of athlete care.”

“Though flat, the course will have its unique challenges with the length of bike and heat. Though a milder time of the year it will be crucial for people to think about the heat and plan accordingly”

Abu Dhabi International Triathlon Event Information

Athletes will be drawn from all over the world to compete in this event . This will be the only event of its kind on the 2010 calendar. A combination of;

• 5 star destination


• challenging yet stunning route


• city venue with closed roads


• new race format


• impressive prize purse


• VIP and hospitality programme


• Exceptional level of competitor service

Climate
The best months to visit are between October and April when temperatures reach between 24 and 28 degrees centigrade (lower in December and January) and the nights are cool and fresh.

Summer begins in early May and the hottest months are June, July, August and September where temperatures can reach into the 40s and humidity can be high. Rain is rare but there are some isolated showers in the winter months. Al Ain experiences occasional freak summer storms and flash flooding

Visas
Citizens of the following countries do not need a visa to enter the UAE as a tourist and can enter free of charge. Tourist visas are granted upon arrival to the holders of the following passports:

United Kingdom, United States, Canada, France, Italy, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Finland, Spain, Monaco, Vatican, Iceland, Andorra, San Marino, Liechtenstein, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Brunei, Singapore, Malaysia, South Korea and holders of Hong Kong SAR passports.

Citizens of other countries require a visa and a sponsor for their visit. Valid sponsors may include hotels and tourism companies who can apply, on your behalf, for a 30-day Tourist Visa.

Please check with your local UAE Embassy before purchasing flights.

NB
Please note that it will only be feasible for us to send over Sports Tours International personnel to an event with a minimum of 20 customers.

Click here for the Official Event website Abu Dhabi International Triathlon

To book, please download our *BOOKING FORM* and fax to 0044 (0) 161 703 8547 or email to us at triathlon@sportstoursinternational.co.uk .

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