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Friday 29 January 2016
Caribbean Calling for Challenge Family!
ORANJESTAD - Challenge Aruba. scenery, and warm support companions get the most
The run-course is entirely in a unique and breathtak- out of their stay.
Family announced this along the white beaches ing atmosphere. I look for- Festivities will kick-off in the
of Aruba. Three laps which ward to cheer you on as best way Aruba knows, an
week its newest addition alternate between the you make your way to be- exotic beach party!Enjoy
boulevard (The Strip) and coming one of the first ever an extensive buffet with
to the global series of long the path on the beach in finishers of what promises to a variety of dishes while
front of the exclusive hotels be a beautiful race!” listening to a local-band
distance triathlons on the of Aruba that join the Palm Marcus Altmann, global adding a Caribbean flair
Beach Area. The finish line operations for CHALLENGE- on the moonlit beach.
spectacular Caribbean is- will be situated on the bou- FAMILY, said CHALLENGEA- Sticking with the beach-
levard at The Hyatt Regen- RUBA was a great addition theme, post-race will be
land of Aruba. cy Resort. to the series, especially for a lavish beach and pool
A sprint distance race will North American athletes. award party at the presti-
Set over the half distance, also be available for ath- “Racing in paradise is al- gious Hyatt Resort.
letes who would rather ways a hard opportunity to And in the build-up to
CHALLENGEARUBA will keep it short and sweet. turn down,” he said. “The CHALLENGEARUBA ath-
The sprint consists of a 750m convenience of getting letes can benefit from a
take place on 23 October swim, followed by a 22,5km to Aruba from the North number of clinics and semi-
cycle and finally a 7km run. American mainland makes nars from triathlon icons
on the ‘Happy Island’ of Otmar E Oduber, Minister this a perfect race to es- Marc Herremans and Tim
of Tourism said he was look- cape the autumn weather DeBoom as ambassadors
Aruba with its crystal clear ing forward to welcom- and get some sun before of the race.
ing athletes to the island. winter hits. A great way to There’s plenty to do pre
blue waters, pearly white “As the Minister of Tourism, close out the season.” and post-race as well,
and on behalf of our One Operating under the mot- making CHALLENGEARUBA
beaches and balmy Carib- Happy Island, I would like to “Your Challenge is Our the perfect ‘race-cation’ Arikok National Park and
to welcome you to Aru- Challenge” the CHAL- destination. For total relax- discover the island’s fas-
bean climate – the perfect ba for the inaugural race LENGEARUBA team aimsto ation, alabaster beaches cinating natural wonders,
of Challenge Aruba. Our provide participants and and gentle seas are good from rock formations to
combination for a race in commitment is to provide their families with a com- for the soul. Or rock your natural bridges.Shop ‘til
you with safety, beautiful plete holiday that goes world with wet ‘n wild ad- you drop, enjoy glittering
paradise! beyond hosting the best ventures, deep sea div- nightlife and fabulous res-
triathlon event. As well as ing, windsurfing, kitesurf- taurants. Broaden your cul-
The CHALLENGEARUBA the half and sprintdistance ing, even parasailing and tural horizons with visits to
races, there is an extensive sky diving! Tee off on a museums and art galleries,
course stands out not just and varied program of ad- championship golf course, and don’t miss the weekly
ditional activities to ensure saddle up on horseback, Bon Bini and Caribbean
for its beauty but for its that triathletes and their take a tour, or hike through festivals.
The inaugural CHAL-
speed, variety and quality. LENGEARUBA will take
place on 23 October 2016.
The 1.9km swim is a single For entries and further in-
formation, visit www.chal-
lap course in the clear lenge-aruba.com.q
warm Caribbean sea in
front of the famous Palm
Beach. The undulating
90km bike course is over
four laps along the coast-
line, passing through some
of the island’s most popular
beaches before heading
to the famous lighthouse of
