$1,579 – King room for one person, option to add up to one additional guest
$1,634 – Two queens for one person, option to add up to three additional guests

*All pricing excludes taxes and fees.

Optional Add-Ons

Add a Guest – $297 for the entire weekend
Pay for add-ons when paying your remaining balance.

*Guest pricing not subject to fees.

What's included in the Stay & Play VIP?

3 night stay at The Holiday Inn and Suites Duluth-Downtown
Welcome reception with refreshments and snacks
Meet your hosts and grab your swag bags
Sign-making station
Guided shakeout run with Dick Beardsley
Coffee gathering with breakfast snacks lead by guest speaker (including course tips and Q&A)
Friday pre-race pasta dinner with guest speaker Dakotah Lindwurm
Grab & go runners’ breakfast bag race morning
Private tent at start for full marathon with access to bathrooms
Private tent at finish with complimentary post-race massage (NEW FOR 2024)
Spectator cheer plan
Bleacher access passes at finish line for spectators
Post-race celebration
Awards ceremony
Relaxation Station (NEW FOR 2024)
Private Facebook group to build community
DM hosts on-site all weekend
Private race-weekend communication app for timely notes and reminders
DM itinerary outlining our events and key race happenings so you're in-the-know the entire weekend

PAYMENT DETAILS

DEPOSITS

- $300 non-refundable deposit per package

PAYMENT DEADLINES

March 20, 2024 (about 90 days prior to trip)

- Package must be paid in full.

- Last day to request a partial refund in writing (50% of balance paid minus non-refundable deposit)

April 20, 2024 (about 60 prior before trip)

- Last day to request a partial credit in writing (25% of balance paid minus non-refundable deposit to be applied to another booking made within 12 months of cancellation)

- Refund requests made April 21, 2024 or later will not be refunded or credited.

*Please visit our website for full details on our Payment Policy, Terms and Conditions, Cancelation Policy, and information on Travel Insurance.

IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT RACE BIBS

*This package does not include a race entry. Runners must procure their own bib through the race, charity, or other options.

*Destination Marathons has access to promotion pricing for marathon bibs, and access to sold out half marathon bibs. PLEASE CONTACT US before buying your bib!

*Running is a sport that may cause injury during training. Injuries do not exempt you from the cancellation policy. We strongly encourage guests to consider travel insurance. Please look at our Travel Insurance information on our website.

One King - One room for one person

Holiday Inn & Suites Duluth-Downtown - .7 from finish and .5 to shuttle/train/expo via covered walkway

3 nights in a King room for one person

- Reservation is for one person

- Option to add up to one additional guest (total of 2 people in the room)

- Children age ten (10) and younger may stay free with each paying adult

- Complimentary parking

-Onsite restaurant, bar, and cafe

- Does not include breakfast

- Does not include race entry - contact us for promotional access!

TOTAL for 3 nights: $1,579 (excluding taxes/fees)

*Full final price for package includes all taxes and fees

*If you do not pay in full, you will be enrolled in auto-pay (Portions of balance due will be charged Jan 20th, Feb 20th, and Mar 20th) for your convenience.

$1,806

Past Trip

Two Queens - One room for one person

Holiday Inn & Suites Duluth-Downtown - .7 from finish and .5 to shuttle/train/expo via covered walkway

3 nights in a room with two (2) Queen beds for one person

- Reservation is for one person

- Option to add up to three (3) additional guest (total of 4 people in the room)

- Children age ten (10) and younger may stay free with each paying adult

- Complimentary parking

-Onsite restaurant, bar, and cafe

- Does not include breakfast

- Does not include race entry - contact us for promotional access!

TOTAL for 3 nights: $1,634 (excluding taxes/fees)

*Full final price for package includes all taxes and fees

*If you do not pay in full, you will be enrolled in auto-pay (Portions of balance due will be charged Jan 20th, Feb 20th, and Mar 20th) for your convenience.

$1,869

Past Trip

Add a Guest for the entire weekend

$323

Add a guest to your room for the entire weekend. Guests enjoy all the VIP perks as primary traveler. No additional fees applied.

I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Sports Tours at the Kiawah Marathon! From start to finish, everything was seamless and well-organized. The resort and accommodations were fantastic – comfortable, luxurious, and perfectly located for race day. The team at Sports Tours was incredibly supportive and went above and beyond to ensure that everything ran smoothly. Their guidance and encouragement made a huge difference in my race weekend experience. My family joined me as spectators, and we all enjoyed the weekend together. It was great meeting other runners and their families, sharing stories, and cheering each other on. The whole atmosphere was so positive and welcoming, making it a memorable experience for everyone. I highly recommend Sports Tours for anyone looking to participate in the Kiawah Marathon – they truly made this event a standout experience! Thank you to the entire team for an unforgettable weekend!

By Laura S for Kiawah Island Marathon 2024 on Dec 27, 2024

Fabulous time with Mark and his crew! He went above and beyond the call of duty ! It’s the highlight of my running journey coz i finished 50 states marathon with them. Mark n Rashawn took care of me by taking lots of photos at the finish line complete with balloons 🎈 and banners. They offered me food and drinks. So grateful and appreciative of everything they did for me! I felt like a movie star ⭐️ They also gave me gifts to commemorate my achievement! Thank you so very much . I highly recommend sports tours international and Mark Janik

By melinda l for Kiawah Island Marathon 2024 on Dec 24, 2024

Mark and his Sports Tours USA group were phenomenal. All I had to do was get to Kiawah and run. The dinners and breakfast bag were great, Villas were amazing, staging area was perfect and post race massage made it so I could walk again haha! I would do this again in a heartbeat!

By Donna S for Kiawah Island Marathon 2024 on Dec 17, 2024

Great organization all around. The group was amazing! Will definitely travel again with and recommend!! 100% FLAWLESS!!

By Juan B for BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2024 - Destination Marathons on Nov 25, 2024

We had a great time. Everything was perfectly planned. Met all expectations. Looking forward to traveling and running again with you.

By Laly R for BMW BERLIN-MARATHON 2024 ESSENTIALS ROOM - Destination Marathons on Oct 12, 2024

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Destination Marathons: A First-Class Marathon Experience in London If you're looking for a way to combine your love of running with an unforgettable travel experience, then look no further than Destination Marathons! I recently used their services for the London Marathon, and it was nothing short of exceptional. From the very beginning, Destination Marathons took care of everything. Their friendly leadership team ensured a smooth and stress-free experience, always going the extra mile to make sure my stay was first-class. They handled all the logistics, from securing a coveted spectator spot to cheer on my Wife who ran in the London Marathon to booking my luxurious accommodation at the Sheraton Park Lane, right by Buckingham Palace! The Sheraton itself was fantastic. The location couldn't have been better, putting us within walking distance of many iconic landmarks. But what truly elevated the trip was Destination Marathons' meticulously planned tours. Hopping on the traditional red double-decker buses, we explored the best that London has to offer. From the historic London Tower and the captivating Tate Museum to the iconic London Bridge and the ever-present Big Ben, we saw it all. There's no way I could have packed so much sightseeing into my trip without their expert organization. Thanks to Destination Marathons, We were able to focus on what mattered most – conquering the London Marathon! Their support and organization ensured a truly first-class experience, both on and off the racecourse. If you're looking for a well-organized and luxurious way to experience a marathon in a new city, I highly recommend Destination Marathons!

By Greg D on 24 Apr, 2024

Phenomenal trip. Great attention to detail and loved the fun community atmosphere. Complete peace of mind for my trip and I couldn't be happier. Can't wait to travel with DM again!

By Stacy B on 20 Oct, 2023

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