How could I resist not to run even during holiday? My itchy running feet!😊
Early July, I took an AirAsia direct flight to Pattaya, Thailand for a holiday break. Staying at a hotel 200 meter walkfrom the famous Pattaya Beach Road fronting the beautiful Pattaya beach, I would be filled with remorse if I didn't run.
I couldn't quite remember when was my last overseas holiday trip without running a full marathon. I believe it was three years ago to Taiwan. Since I'm hooked on running I would choose a holiday destination and date that coincide with a full marathon there. It allows me to "kill two birds with one stone". haha!
Pattaya trip was different. It was solely a holiday trip - without running a full marathon.
Since I was still in recovery and running break after I injured myself with ITB band in May, I intentionally chose the weekend when Hulu Langat Marathon was held. That would force me to let go of my Hulu Langat Marathon's running BIB for a friend to run legally. (I informed race director and made the necessary name change and update in the system prior to event) It was also the weekend before Pattaya Marathon, which I was so tempted to run. This decision helped me not to think about the two full marathons that I would have participated if not due to my injury. What a weird way to make decision yeah! Only runners can understand!! lol!!
I was glad I brought along my old Skechers GoRun running shoe to Pattaya. No marathon? Fine. But I could still run as a tourist, right? 😉
Here is the account of my 8 km "tourist run" in Pattaya Beach, Thailand. I am sharing the detailed route because I highly recommend this route to all runners and travelers who plan to visit Pattaya, Thailand for holiday. It's a must to run or walk the whole 8 km of it. You might be pleasantly surprised by what you might discover!
