Fall foliage trail runs, how to trail run, and Argentina is open!

Find out the best trail runs for watching leaves change in the Sierra, learn tips for getting into trail running, and Patagonia Runcation 2022 is on!

Machu Picchu Running Adventure

Learn about what it’s like to take a running vacation in Peru, the best places for trail running, and the difference between an alpaca and a llama!

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Mammoth Lakes Fall Promo + The Runner's Rec: Squamish, BC

Learn about our fall promo for our upcoming long weekend Runcation in Yosemite and Mammoth Lakes as well as the latest edition of The Runner’s Rec: Squamish, BC!

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Virtual Run(cation) + The Runner's Rec: Chamonix, France

Join our Virtual Run(cation) and post-run virtual hangout Saturday May 2nd and learn about the best running route in Chamonix on our Runner’s Rec: Chamonix edition!

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COVID-19 Update, Virtual Run(cation)!, and Patagonia Recap

We’re included some important updates related to COVID-19, as well as a March Patagonia Runcation Recap and an opportunity to join a Virtual Run(cation)!

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2020 Runcations, Minimalism, and The Runner's Rec: Ohio

Happy 2020 from Runcation Travel! Our newsletter is back from a holiday break with more run, travel, and adventure tips and opportunities for 2020.

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Halloween Sale, How to Prepare for a Runcation, and Tour du Mont Blanc Rave Run

Halloween Sale, How to Prepare for a Runcation, and Tour du Mont Blanc Rave Run: 11/1 Newsletter

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Travel Strength and Mobility Exercises for Runners + Adventures in Patagonia

Travel Strength and Mobility Exercises for Runners + Adventures in Patagonia: 10/18/19 Newsletter

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How to Treat Sprained Ankles From Trail Running + How to Create Your Own Custom Runcation!

From our 9/20 Newsletter: How to Treat Sprained Ankles from Trail Running, The Best Books to Read about Patagonia Argentina, and How to Create Your Own Runcation for Private Groups and Teams.

Slovenia Trails + How to Get Cheap Flights to Patagonia

How to get cheap flights to Patagonia, our rave run hut to hut in Triglav National Park in Slovenia, and adventure running trip tips for staying on a Private Nature Reserve in Patagonia from our 9/6 Newsletter.

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Cast your vote! 2020 Runcation Dates, Plus A Dolomiti Run of the Month

Cast your vote on 2020 Runcation Dates and locations, Guest Blog from Peter Joosten, and more from our 8/22 Newsletter!

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Runcation Gear and Trail Running for Beginners

Tips for how to improve your trail running, Runcation merch, and more from our July 5 newsletter.

2020 Runcation Survey For Running Trips!

Cast your vote on 2020 Runcation Dates before they go live! We’re heading to run to Machu Picchu, Peru, Yosemite National Park in California’s Sierra Nevada, Chamonix’s Tour du Mont Blanc, and more!

Your Playlist is Waiting

In the latest newsletter we made you a playlist for the mountains, are featuring a run from our Patagonia Runcation, and announcing our first Bay Area Runcation group run!

Dolomites Lago di Braies Run, Venice Art Tip, and New Logo!

In this week’s newsletter we recommend Lago di Braies as our rave run, share tips on an art installation not to miss in Venice, and have a Q + A with the trail running designer of our new logo Vanessa Wolfe!

From America's best trail race to a self-guided Tour du Mont Blanc adventure!

Runcation’s June 7 Newsletter: America’s oldest trail race, preventing jet lag for runners, and how to trail run a self-guided Tour du Mont Blanc with Runcation Travel.

Best Running in Patagonia

Patagonia is massive and diverse, so we’ve compiled a list of some of the best trail runs in Patagonia. Between the glaciers, grasslands, rolling hills, impressive high peaks, rivers, and lakes, there’s plenty to explore. Check out our list of our favorite trail runs in Northern Patagonia, Southern Patagonia, and the best new trail run in Patagonia.

Independent Tour du Mont Blanc Trail Run

Now you can do the Tour du Mont Blanc independently with our self-guided 7-day and 10-day TMB itinerary. What you get in our do-it-yourself Tour du Mont Blanc trail running guide: The best map for the Tour du Mont Blanc trail running route, and all logistics, from baggage transport to lodging taken care of!

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How Do I Get Better At Trail Running?

How to get better at trail running, including defining goals, refining uphill and downhill techniques, incorporating interval workouts, and using it all on your next Runcation.

Where's the best place to take a Runcation?

Take a poll on our 2019-2020 Runcation offerings and join us for an affordable winter, spring, and summer running retreat in the mountains, on the beach, or somewhere in between!