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Lonely Planet Epic
Lonely Planet Epic Runs of North America: 200 Thrilling Routes & Trails | Expert Travel Tips & Maps | Easy & Challenging Adventures | Running Stories from Athletes
320 pages, Hardcover
Published October 1, 2024
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A beat-up old car, a few dollars in the pocket and a sense of adventure. In 1972 that’s all Tony and Maureen Wheeler needed for the trip of a lifetime – across Europe and Asia overland to Australia. It took several months, and at the end – broke but inspired – they sat at their kitchen table writing and stapling together their first travel guide, Across Asia on the Cheap. Within a week they’d sold 1500 copies and Lonely Planet was born. One hundred million guidebooks later, Lonely Planet is the world’s leading travel guide publisher with content to almost every destination on the planet.
A beat-up old car, a few dollars in the pocket and a sense of adventure. In 1972 that’s all Tony and Maureen Wheeler needed for the trip of a lifetime – across Europe and Asia overland to Australia. It took several months, and at the end – broke but inspired – they sat at their kitchen table writing and stapling together their first travel guide, Across Asia on the Cheap. Within a week they’d sold 1500 copies and Lonely Planet was born. One hundred million guidebooks later, Lonely Planet is the world’s leading travel guide publisher with content to almost every destination on the planet.
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November 7, 2024
I received a copy of Lonely Planet Epic Runs of North America from the publisher in exchange for my review.
Epic Runs of North America details 50 must-do runs in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Along with the 50 runs are 150 similar alternatives. I was pleased to see that so many of the places I've run are featured, including my hometown Chicago's epic Lakefront Trail. There are multiple races featured including the Big Sur Marathon and the Boston Marathon along with multiple less-known races that sound really interesting. Besides the races, scenic routes are also listed, offering travelers options to explore scenic locales in their running shoes. The book contains beautiful photographs of many of the locations. This would be a great holiday gift for a runner, along with some plane tickets! I'm ready to go...
Epic Runs of North America details 50 must-do runs in the US, Canada, and Mexico. Along with the 50 runs are 150 similar alternatives. I was pleased to see that so many of the places I've run are featured, including my hometown Chicago's epic Lakefront Trail. There are multiple races featured including the Big Sur Marathon and the Boston Marathon along with multiple less-known races that sound really interesting. Besides the races, scenic routes are also listed, offering travelers options to explore scenic locales in their running shoes. The book contains beautiful photographs of many of the locations. This would be a great holiday gift for a runner, along with some plane tickets! I'm ready to go...
November 6, 2024
I ran two half-marathons and several 10Ks and 5Ks, so this book was an amazing read for me, it comes with gorgeous pictures, lots of running trips ideas, maps and stories from celebrated athletes.
This book is a must-have for readers in search of new running experiences in North America, and makes the perfect gift for anyone who loves to explore the great outdoors with a spring in their step.
This book is a must-have for readers in search of new running experiences in North America, and makes the perfect gift for anyone who loves to explore the great outdoors with a spring in their step.
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