A novel racing format of 5K’s and 10K’s in a stage race across Costa Rica with a strong emphasis on daily post race day trips, excursions and adventurous activities. If you’ve gone on a 10 mile hike or run 5K, this is something that you’ll be able to start AND finish! ...

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Karen Kefauver, Spin City: Changing Gears -- A cyclist goes on a running vacation

Forget Disneyland! Costa Rica is the happiest place in the world, according to an independent research group in Britain with the goal of building a new economy, "centered on people and the environment."

I am still on an adrenaline rush from a truly amazing trip. I highly recommend experiencing Coasta Rica via The Coastal Experience. Check it out!

5-10km races each morning with an adrenalin chaser each afternoon. Don't miss the excitement. Discover a real adventure for running enthusiasts and adventure seekers. This year sold out but stay tuned for dates for 2010 and possibly a sister race on the Pacific West Coast of Costa Rica for February 2011!

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Welcome to a different kind of race in a different kind of place which will get you into a different state of mind. Welcome to Bocas Del Toro (translation: Mouth of the Bull) Bocas del Toro, Panama includes an archipelago of 68 islands which are excellent for beach combing, fishing, snorkeling and surfing. The island...s of the archipelago are located in the extreme western part of Panama, only 25 miles from Costa Rica and the area possesses a rich and diverse ethnic mix which is reflected in its traditions, food and the indigenous people. The province includes two national parks, a variety of beaches, islands, lakes and rivers, one archipelago, and several banana towns. It is one of the most biologically diverse areas of Panama and Central America and includes a world heritage site, two national parks and two protected cloud forests. The protected areas consists of 1.4 million contiguous acres, extending from the continental divide to the Caribbean Sea, covering all five altitudinal zones known to the tropics. In the course of 4 days you’ll explore 6 islands, race on 3 islands, travel by boat from island to island, overnight at a beach camp that you reach by Catamaran after a sunset tour and we’re told it’s not uncommon for dolphins to keep the ship company for awhile. You’ll have opportunities to see a great deal of marine life whether snorkeling or scuba diving and you will get to experience the rich flavors and enjoyable blend of Panamanian island food and laid back hospitality.

3 days, 3 races, 6 unique islands One unforgettable adventure Run hard, run fast and then "go island"