{"id":489,"date":"2023-04-05T19:53:55","date_gmt":"2023-04-05T10:23:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/marathontoursandtravel.com.au\/about-us\/"},"modified":"2025-07-21T16:13:39","modified_gmt":"2025-07-21T06:43:39","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  class=\"custom-acf-block wp-block-acf-page-header alignfull has--background-color has--gradient-background\" style=\"\"><section class=\"hero\"><div class=\"grid-container grid-container-gutter\"><div class=\"grid-row grid-row-gutter\"><div class=\"grid-item grid-item-1\"><div class=\"offset-v\"><div class=\"acf-innerblocks-container\">\n<h1 class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-post-title\">About Us<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" class=\"hero__bg-image wp-image-490 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/05\/team-photo-MTT.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/05\/team-photo-MTT.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/05\/team-photo-MTT-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/05\/team-photo-MTT-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/05\/team-photo-MTT-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/05\/team-photo-MTT-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1200;\" \/><\/section><\/div>\n\n<div  class=\"custom-acf-block wp-block-acf-breadcrumbs alignfull has--background-color has--gradient-background\" style=\"\"><section class=\"content-panel title\"><div class=\"grid-container grid-container-gutter\"><div class=\"grid-row grid-row-gutter\"><div class=\"grid-item grid-item-1\"><div class=\"breadcrumbs-wrapper\"><a class=\"breadcrumbs__home\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"40\" height=\"40\" viewBox=\"0 0 40 40\"><g transform=\"translate(1105 -942)\"><circle cx=\"20\" cy=\"20\" r=\"20\" transform=\"translate(-1105 942)\" fill=\"#fdf0ee\"\/><path d=\"M18.9,10.618l.026,5.911a2.654,2.654,0,0,1-.018.3v.6A1.476,1.476,0,0,1,17.427,18.9h-.591c-.041,0-.081-.033-.122,0-.052-.03-.1,0-.155,0H14.473A1.476,1.476,0,0,1,13,17.427V14.178A1.18,1.18,0,0,0,11.815,13H9.452A1.18,1.18,0,0,0,8.27,14.178v3.249A1.476,1.476,0,0,1,6.793,18.9H4.73c-.055,0-.111,0-.166-.007s-.089.007-.133.007H3.84a1.477,1.477,0,0,1-1.477-1.477V13.292c0-.033,0-.07,0-.1v-2.57H1.183A1.17,1.17,0,0,1,0,9.433a1.2,1.2,0,0,1,.37-.886L9.836.3a1.064,1.064,0,0,1,.812-.3,1.242,1.242,0,0,1,.779.259l3.932,3.459V2.363a1.181,1.181,0,0,1,1.181-1.181h1.181A1.181,1.181,0,0,1,18.9,2.363V6.83l1.949,1.717a1,1,0,0,1,.406.886,1.193,1.193,0,0,1-1.181,1.185Z\" transform=\"translate(-1096 953)\" fill=\"#CC092F\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/a><ul class=\"breadcrumbs\"><li class=\"current\">About Us<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">About Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Founded by runner and travel visionary Thom Gilligan in 1979, Marathon Tours &amp; Travel (MTT) is a longstanding recognised leader and innovator in the destination travel industry for runners and their supporters.&nbsp; &nbsp;With offices in Boston, Manchester and Adelaide, we are truly a global running travel company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">We offer trips to many marathons and other running events, including the Abbott World Marathon Majors, which consist of the <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/boston-marathon\/\">B.A.A. Boston Marathon<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/london-marathon\/\">TCS London Marathon<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/new-york-city-marathon\/\">TCS New York City Marathon<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/berlin-marathon\/\">BMW Berlin Marathon<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/chicago-marathon\/\">Bank of America Chicago Marathon<\/a> and the Tokyo Marathon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Marathon Tours &amp; Travel is additionally an event management company.\u00a0 We created and manage the <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/antarctica-marathon\/\">Antarctica Marathon\u00ae\ufe0f<\/a> &amp; Half-Marathon and the <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/madagascar-marathon\/\">Madagascar Marathon &amp; Half-Marathon<\/a>, which are two of several adventure events now offered. Two other important events in their portfolio include the <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/patagonia-marathon\/\">Patagonia Running Festival<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/events\/kangaroo-island-marathon\/\">Kangaroo Island Marathon<\/a> in South Australia.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The Antarctica events, established in 1995, enabled runners to set and reach the once unthinkable goal of finishing a marathon or half-marathon on all seven continents. Pursuantly, the official Seven Continents Club\u00ae\ufe0f was formed to recognise these runners and to offer special VIP services to international globetrotting distance runners.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Our global team (USA, UK and Australia) of Trip Designers, Trip Leaders and Trip Specialists makes each trip we offer unique and special.\u00a0 We have sought out the best people in the industry to make your experience can be the best it can.\u00a0The experience amongst the current Team far outweighs others in the endurance sports travel industry.\u00a0 We look forward to our continued growth and providing the best high-quality experience at the best value to YOU \u2013 our client.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Marathon Tours &amp; Travel is part of Destination Sport Experiences, which also includes the cycling travel company Sportive Breaks (<a href=\"http:\/\/www.sportivebreaks.com.au\">www.sportivebreaks.com.au<\/a>).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide icon-grid-pattern is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--80)\">What can Marathon Tours &amp; Travel offer me?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:51px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c9ee0c5a wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-base-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-brand-primary-dark-color\">PEACE OF MIND<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-grey-color has-text-color has-base-font-size\">Our passion is running and travel. We have team of professionals on hand to ensure your trip runs smoothly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c9ee0c5a wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-base-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-brand-primary-dark-color\">GUARANTEED ENTRY<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-grey-color has-text-color has-base-font-size\">We can offer you guaranteed entry to running events as part of a travel package.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-c9ee0c5a wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<p class=\"has-base-font-size\" style=\"font-style:normal;font-weight:700;text-transform:uppercase\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-brand-primary-dark-color\">LOGISTICS COVERED<\/mark> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-text-grey-color has-text-color has-base-font-size\">We look after all of the logistics, so you can focus on what really matters \u2013 the taking part and taking in the sights.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile media-and-text-pattern\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"612\" height=\"408\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/istockphoto-501126638-612x612-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1667 size-full lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/istockphoto-501126638-612x612-1.jpg 612w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/istockphoto-501126638-612x612-1-300x200.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 612px) 100vw, 612px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 612px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 612\/408;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cd86aea5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;line-height:1\">Marathons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:0\">We have a passion for all things running and travel. What better way to combine the two as you feel the buzz of a running event, while exploring the sights and sounds of some of the most spectacular destinations on earth! We can offer you entry, transport, accommodation, local reps on the ground to help during your trip, and everything in-between, giving you the chance to focus on what really matters \u2013 the start line and the sights.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/marathons\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile media-and-text-pattern\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/new-york-city-marathon-header-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1523 size-full lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/new-york-city-marathon-header-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/new-york-city-marathon-header-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/new-york-city-marathon-header-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/new-york-city-marathon-header-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/new-york-city-marathon-header.jpeg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cd86aea5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;line-height:1\">World Marathon Majors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 6 Abbott Word Marathon Majors are the flagship events of international Marathon running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are very pleased to offer travel packages to World Marathon Major events with the option to buy guaranteed entry as part of a travel package.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/world-marathon-majors\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile media-and-text-pattern\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"718\" height=\"406\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/05\/Antarctica-7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1030 size-full lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/05\/Antarctica-7.jpg 718w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/05\/Antarctica-7-300x170.jpg 300w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 718px) 100vw, 718px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 718px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 718\/406;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cd86aea5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;line-height:1\">Ultra &amp; Adventure Marathons<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:0\">If you prefer to run off the beaten track, or just fancy a change of scenery, take on one of our adventure marathons! These range from the icy shores of Antarctica to the sandy dunes of the Petra Desert. These are unique races that should be on everyone&#8217;s bucket list so get your place now and make 2023 your year of adventure!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/ultra-marathons\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text alignwide is-stacked-on-mobile media-and-text-pattern\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Royal-Parks-Half-Westminster-Big-Ben-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1393 size-full lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Royal-Parks-Half-Westminster-Big-Ben-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Royal-Parks-Half-Westminster-Big-Ben-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Royal-Parks-Half-Westminster-Big-Ben-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Royal-Parks-Half-Westminster-Big-Ben-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/03\/Royal-Parks-Half-Westminster-Big-Ben-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1024px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1024\/683;\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cd86aea5 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-right:0;margin-bottom:0;margin-left:0;line-height:1\">Half Marathons &amp; 10k&#8217;s<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"margin-top:0\">Marathon Tours are pleased to offer runners travel packages to international half marathon or 10K events. Taking part in a half marathon or 10K gives runners the chance to experience the thrill of running a half marathon or 10K event, while exploring a new town or city. We can offer you guaranteed entry, accommodation, guided support and more. We focus on the logistics, so you can focus on taking part and enjoying your surroundings.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-au\/half-marathons\/\">Read More &gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Meet the team<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:60px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns alignwide are-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div  class=\"custom-acf-block wp-block-acf-rep-card\" style=\"\"><div class=\"team-item team-item--style-2\" >\n            <div class=\"team-item__image-wrapper\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/1.jpg\"\n                data-srcset=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/marathontours.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2023\/06\/1-150x150.jpg 150w\"\n                data-sizes=\"(max-width: 50em) 87vw, 680px\"\n                alt=\"Shannon Stacey\"\n                style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; 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