Overseas events
There's a growing market for short breaks and longer trips that centre around taking part in a sporting event - whether it's a marathon or 10K race, a cycling competition or a triathlon, in the UK or overseas. Tour operators offer a variety of packages that include flights, accommodation and meals as well as entry to the event and perhaps a training programme. Some sightseeing and other down-time is often part of the deal.
Favourite events for this emerging form of tourism include the big city marathons in London, New York, Berlin and Barcelona, and various 10Ks and half-marathons.
Duathlons, triathlons and ironman events attract international competitors - if you're thinking of taking part, make the most of it and turn it into a mini-break.
Cycling events such as the famous Etape du Tour in France, Tour de Flandres and RideLondon-Surrey 100 are popular, and there's a whole range of sportives - as well as mountain biking events - to base a holiday around. Note that you'd normally be expected to bring your own bike.
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