{"id":589,"date":"2023-03-13T15:57:27","date_gmt":"2023-03-13T19:57:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usa.marathontours.com\/events\/rome-marathon\/"},"modified":"2026-03-24T15:34:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T19:34:35","slug":"rome-marathon","status":"publish","type":"events","link":"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/rome-marathon\/","title":{"rendered":"Rome Marathon"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":619,"template":"","event_types":[104,99],"event_locations":[10],"event_distances":[12],"event_course_types":[25],"event_seasons":[27],"class_list":["post-589","events","type-events","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","event_types-marathon","event_types-urban","event_locations-europe","event_distances-marathon","event_course_types-urban","event_seasons-spring"],"acf":{"event_hero_image":637,"event_logo":635,"event_logo_background":{"enable":false,"background_colour":"#FFFFFF"},"event_status":"waitlist","event_status_labels_available":"limited-space","event_status_labels_waitlist":"available-soon","event_status_labels_off_sale":"sold-out","event_waitlist_button":{"link_option":"external","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Available Soon","url":"mailto:nicole.langone@marathontours.com","target":"_blank"}},"event_additional_buttons":null,"event_book_button":{"link_option":"external","":null,"external_link":{"title":"Limited Space","url":"https:\/\/forms.marathontours.com\/booking?tc=ROM","target":"_blank"}},"event_extra_button":"","event_overview":"<p style=\"text-align: center;\">If you have questions regarding Marathon Tours &amp; Travel's Rome Package please:\u00a0<a class=\"Button\" href=\"mailto:nicole@marathontours.com?subject=Rome%20Information%20Request&amp;body=Dear%20Nicole%2C%0A%0A\" data-cke-saved-href=\"mailto:nicole@marathontours.com?subject=Rome%20Information%20Request&amp;body=Dear%20Nicole%2C%0A%0A\">EMAIL OUR TRIP DESIGNER<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a class=\"Button\" href=\"tel:1-617-242-7845\" data-cke-saved-href=\"tel:1-617-242-7845\">CALL 617-242-7845<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><em>When you run in Rome, you run in an open-air museum!<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">This is a route that is unmatched anywhere in the world. With a start and finish at the Roman Forum, you will pass in front of the Vittoriano; then in Piazza Venezia, you will gaze upon the Circus Maximus and feel the breeze of the Lungotevere. From there your eyes will cast upon Castel Sant\u2019Angelo as well as St. Peter\u2019s Basilica. Other famous sites on the course include the Foro Italico, the Mosque, Piazza del Popolo, Piazza di Spagna with the famous Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, and Via del Corso. Throughout, you will be engaged and enthralled!<\/p>\r\nAs the exclusive North America official tour partner for Run Rome The Marathon, we are pleased to offer a four-night package with recently renovated rooms at the beautifully-adorned Starhotels Metropole. Within walking distance of the marathon start and finish, you will also find many Rome landmarks just a short walk from your doorstep. End your Italian getaway with a few nights in Florence, just 90 minutes north of Rome!\r\n\r\nTravelling from afar? Run two races in one trip with us. Join us for the <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/prague-half-marathon\/\">Prague Half-Marathon<\/a> and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/berlin-half-marathon\/\">Berlin Half-Marathon<\/a> the weekend after the Rome Marathon.\r\n\r\nRun Rome the Marathon is an <span class=\"ui-provider a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.worldmarathonmajors.com\/agwr\/how-it-works\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">AbbottWMM Marathon Tours &amp; Travel World Age Group Qualifying Race<\/a>.<\/span>","event_overview_button":"","event_feature_icons":null,"event_features":{"meals_included":{"detail":"Breakfast served daily at the hotel","title":"Meals Included"},"guide":{"title":"Guide","detail":""},"transfers":{"detail":"","title":"Transfers"},"trip_extension":{"title":"Trip Extension","detail":"Additional nights available upon request"},"accommodation":{"title":"Accommodation","detail":"Excellent accommodation carefully selected for you"},"entry":{"title":"Entry","detail":""},"celebration_party":{"detail":"Post-race celebration reception included","title":"Celebration Party"},"excursions":{"title":"Excursions","detail":"Half-day walking tour & wine tasting available"},"helping_hand":{"title":"A Helping Hand","detail":"Services of Marathon Tours & Travel staff"},"worldwide_events":{"title":"Worldwide Events","detail":""},"medal_bling":{"title":"Medal Bling","detail":"Each race finisher will receive a medal"}},"event_gallery":[{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":621},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_video","youtube_video":"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=MNj8m88DsaE"},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":643},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":1217},{"acf_fc_layout":"event_gallery_image","image":1214}],"event_packages":[{"package_title":"Rome Marathon","package_duration":"4 Nights","package_dates":"March 18 - 22, 2027","package_days":[{"day_title":"Thursday, March 18","day_content":"Arrive in Rome and transfer on your own by train, taxi or shuttle to the Starhotels Metropole. We recommend you stop by the concierge desk at the Starhotels Metropole to book any additional city tours. Tonight, join us for a Welcome Cocktail Reception and trip briefing. <em>(Welcome Reception included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Friday, March 19","day_content":"After breakfast, we will begin a four-hour guided walking tour of ancient Rome that includes a visit to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. This afternoon, you should plan to visit the Rome Marathon Expo to pick up your race bib and packet. More specifics on the Expo will be sent to you as the race gets closer. Enjoy the evening on your own.<em> (Breakfast included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Saturday, March 20","day_content":"Today is a free day! We recommend a tour of the Vatican or several other destinations nearby. Tonight join us for a pre-race dinner at a local restaurant. <em>(Breakfast and dinner included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Sunday, March 21","day_content":"Race Day! The starting area of the marathon is only a 10-minute walk from the Starhotels Metropole. Upon finishing your race, you can leisurely walk back to your hotel for a free afternoon. Join us this evening for a group Celebration Reception. <em>(Breakfast and Celebration Reception included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Monday, March 22","day_content":"Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before your departure home. Guests booked on the \u201cExperience Italy\u201d package will gather in the morning for your departure to Florence, the magical capital city of the Tuscany region.\r\n\r\nMeals: Breakfast included"}]},{"package_title":"\u201cExperience Italy\u201d Tour","package_duration":"7 Nights","package_dates":"March 18 - 25, 2027","package_days":[{"day_title":"Thursday, March 18","day_content":"Arrive in Rome and transfer on your own by train, taxi or shuttle to the Starhotels Metropole. We recommend you stop by the concierge desk at the Starhotels Metropole to book any additional city tours. Tonight, join us for a Welcome Cocktail Reception and trip briefing. <em>(Welcome Reception included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Friday, March 19","day_content":"After breakfast, we will begin a four-hour guided walking tour of ancient Rome that includes a visit to the Colosseum and Roman Forum. This afternoon, you should plan to visit the Rome Marathon Expo to pick up your race bib and packet. More specifics on the Expo will be sent to you as the race gets closer. Enjoy the evening on your own.<em> (Breakfast included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Saturday, March 20","day_content":"Today is a free day! We recommend a tour of the Vatican or several other destinations nearby. Tonight join us for a pre-race dinner at a local restaurant. <em>(Breakfast and dinner included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Sunday, March 21","day_content":"Race Day! The starting area of the marathon is only a 10-minute walk from the Starhotels Metropole. Upon finishing your race, you can leisurely walk back to your hotel for a free afternoon. Join us this evening for a group Celebration Reception. <em>(Breakfast and Celebration Reception included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Monday, March 22","day_content":"Following breakfast, meet in the lobby for your departure from Rome to Florence by coach bus. In route, a stop will be made for lunch and a wine tasting. Expected arrival at the Plaza Hotel Lucchesi in Florence will be in the late afternoon. After checking into your room, enjoy a leisure evening getting to know this famous and beautiful city. <em>(Breakfast and lunch included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Tuesday, March 23","day_content":"After breakfast, we will embark on a half-day walking tour. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy. <em>(Breakfast included)<\/em>"},{"day_title":"Wednesday, March 24","day_content":"Today is a free day with plenty to do!\r\n\r\nA few suggestions include:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Bargello Museum<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Palazzo Vecchio<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Medici Chapels<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Palatina Gallery and the Modern Art Gallery<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Boboli Gardens and the Silver Museum<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Brunelleschi's Dome<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Sites of Tuscany via a bike tour<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Day trip to Venice!<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Train to Pisa to see the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa!<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<em>(Breakfast included)<\/em>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;"},{"day_title":"Thursday, March 25","day_content":"After your hotel checkout, transfer on your own to the Florence Airport (FLR) for your journey home. <em>(Breakfast included)<\/em>\r\n\r\n<em>Itinerary subject to change.<\/em>"}]}],"event_extensions":"","event_extensions_packages":null,"event_packages_and_rates":"<div class=\"Column One\">\r\n<div class=\"Detail Body\">\r\n<h3>Rome Tour | Four-Night Package: March 18 - 22, 2027<\/h3>\r\n<strong>Features:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Four nights\u2019 accommodation at the Starhotels Metropole in Rome<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Breakfast daily at hotel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>All included taxes at hotel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Half-day walking tour<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Welcome Cocktail Reception<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Pre-race Dinner<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Post-race Celebration Reception<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Services of Marathon Tours &amp; Travel staff<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h3>\u201cExperience Italy\u201d Tour | Seven-Night Package: March 18 - 25, 2027<\/h3>\r\n<strong>Features:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><em>All Rome Tour Features noted above<\/em><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Three nights\u2019 accommodation at the\u00a0Plaza Hotel Lucchesi in Florence<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Breakfast daily at hotel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>All included taxes at hotel<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Motor Coach from Rome to Florence<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Lunch and wine tasting at a local vineyard<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Half-day Florence walking tour<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Services of Marathon Tours &amp; Travel staff<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Not included in the packages above:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>International roundtrip airfare<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Airport transfers<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Gratuities and tips, unless otherwise noted<\/li>\r\n \t<li><strong>$TBC Guaranteed race entry<\/strong>\u00a0is in addition to the package price<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Additional rooms available upon request<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Airfare:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nGuests should fly in and out of Rome\u2019s Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) if you are joining us for the four-night package. For those that are planning to extend their trip to Florence please book your return flight home out of Florence Airport (FLR).\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"Column Two\">\r\n<div class=\" ContentPage\">\r\n<div class=\"Detail Body\">\r\n<h4>Travel Insurance<\/h4>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelguard.com\/agentlink.asp?pcode=&amp;ta_arc=22850085&amp;agencyemail=info@marathontours.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents<\/a>\r\n\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelguard.ca\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Travel Insurance for Canadian Residents<\/a>\r\n<h3><strong>2026 Rates (all prices are per person and in US dollars) - <span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">2027 Rates Coming Soon<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n<em>Additional nights available upon request<\/em>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>","event_packages_and_rates_table":{"acftf":{"v":"1.3.26"},"p":{"o":{"uh":1},"ca":""},"c":[{"p":""},{"p":""},{"p":""}],"h":[{"c":"Rome Marathon Package\n"},{"c":"Double Occupancy"},{"c":"Single Occupancy"}],"b":[[{"c":"Four-Night Package\n"},{"c":"$1380 per person"},{"c":"$2200"}],[{"c":"Seven-Night Package"},{"c":"$2705 per person"},{"c":"$4150"}]]},"event_rates_tables":[{"rate_table_title":"","rate_table":{"acftf":{"v":"1.3.30"},"p":{"o":{"uh":0},"ca":""},"c":[{"p":""},{"p":""}],"h":[{"c":""},{"c":""}],"b":[[{"c":"Marathon Entry"},{"c":"$125 per entry"}]]}}],"event_hotels":[{"hotel_images":"","hotel_location":"Rome","hotel_title":"Starhotels Metropole ","hotel_details":"This deluxe four star property is located in the city center, close to many of the city\u2019s famous sights and within one mile of the start and finish line of the Rome Marathon. The newly renovated rooms and suites are an oasis of relaxation in a bustling city.","hotel_link":""},{"hotel_images":"","hotel_location":"Florence","hotel_title":"Plaza Hotel Lucchesi ","hotel_details":"A unique and unforgettable view of Florence is waiting for you. The 1860 hotel, is one of the first hotels built in the city. Today, it has been completely renovated while still preserving its original character. This is the ideal place from which to experience Florence!","hotel_link":""}],"event_information":"<strong>Race Date<\/strong>: March 21, 2027\r\n\r\n<strong>Race Time<\/strong>: Marathon - 8:30 AM | 5K Fun Run - TBD\r\n\r\n<strong>Organizer:\u00a0<\/strong>Infront Italy S.p.A. in association with Corriere dello Sport S.r.l., Atielle Roma S.r.l. and Italia Marathon Club - amateur sports club, affiliated with the Italian Athletics Federation (FIDAL). You can find more information on the Run Rome The Marathon <a href=\"https:\/\/www.runromethemarathon.com\/en\/marathon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">website<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Course:\u00a0<\/strong>The loop\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.runromethemarathon.com\/en\/marathon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">course<\/a> will start near the Colosseum and pass many spectacular sites such as Piazza Venezia, the Roman Forum, Piazza Navona and the Vatican. There is also a 5K fun run on Saturday, March 20. Additional details and registration can be found on their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.runromethemarathon.com\/en\/marathon\/\">website<\/a>.\r\n\r\n<strong>Temperature:\u00a0<\/strong>The average temperatures in Rome are as follows: 9 am: 7\u00b0-8\u00b0 C (44\u00b0-46\u00b0 F), 1 pm: 18\u00b0-19\u00b0 C (64\u00b0-66\u00b0 F), 4 pm: 13\u00b0-14\u00b0 C (55\u00b0-57\u00b0 F). It is always best to check the 10 day forecast before you depart your home city.\r\n\r\n<strong>Entry Fee:\u00a0<\/strong>Entry to the marathon via Marathon Tours &amp; Travel is US $TBC.\r\n\r\n<strong>Eligibility: <\/strong>Non-competitive runners do not require a medical certificate. The race time will not be displayed in the general leader board but will rather only be available next to the Athlete's name, in alphabetical order, in a separate result table and the Athlete will not be able to receive any prizes. Waiver instructions will be provided when runners register.\r\n\r\n<strong>Time Limit:\u00a0<\/strong>The course time limit for the Marathon is six (6) hours and 30 minutes. Streets are open to traffic and pedestrians in the late stages of the race.\r\n\r\n<strong>Number Pickup:\u00a0<\/strong>Participants must personally pick up bib numbers and race packets. More details will be shared as soon they are available.\r\n\r\n<strong>Difficulty<\/strong>:\u00a0Mostly flat, some of the course is on cobblestone.","event_information_table":null,"event_registration_and_booking":"<strong>Rates<\/strong>: Land Prices may change due to currency fluctuations or changes in any taxes.\r\n\r\n<strong>Reservations and Payments<\/strong>: A completed tour application together with an initial non-refundable deposit of $300 per person for the Rome Marathon package. Final payment is due on or before January 1, 2027. Final payments received after January 1 will be charged a $50 late payment fee.\r\n\r\n<strong>Cancellations<\/strong>:\u00a0All payments, including your deposit, are non-refundable and non-transferrable.\u00a0 Non-transferrable includes applying your balance to another person, another year or another trip. Should you cancel for any reason, you will forfeit your trip investment. Therefore, travel insurance for every trip is highly recommended. All cancellations must be received in writing.\r\n\r\n<strong>Not included in price<\/strong>:\u00a0All items not specifically listed under tour features. \u00a0The Rome Marathon entry is additional.\r\n\r\n<strong>Insurance:\u00a0<\/strong>For your protection, trip cancellation, baggage, health and accident insurance is highly recommended for all participants.\u00a0 However, no representation or description of the insurance made by our staff constitutes a binding assurance or promise about the insurance.\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelguard.com\/agentlink.asp?pcode=&amp;ta_arc=22850085&amp;agencyemail=info@marathontours.com\">Travel Insurance for U.S. Residents<\/a>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.travelguard.ca\/home\">Travel Insurance for Canadian Residents<\/a><\/p>\r\n<strong>Security Policy<\/strong>:\u00a0Marathon Tours &amp; Travel's security policy requires that anyone staying in our room block must be registered as part of our package. If a registered client attempts to house a non-registered guest and \/or invite them to attend any of our scheduled activities, the registered guest\u2019s tour package will be forfeited and parties may be denied access to future tours. Please note that no exceptions will be made as this policy will be strictly enforced.\r\n\r\n<strong>Responsibility<\/strong>:\u00a0These tours are operated by Marathon Tours, Inc. of Chelsea, MA who acts only as an agent for the passenger to the companies offering such services and assumes no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity caused by any reason whatsoever by any party offering such services. All terms and conditions offered are governed by the laws of Massachusetts. The right is reserved to cancel the tour prior to departure with a refund, less applicable credit card and processing fees, made as full settlement of\u00a0the passenger. The right is reserved by Marathon Tours, Inc.\u00a0to deny acceptance of a booking application by any person.\u00a0Marathon Tours, Inc. may make any changes or alterations in the itinerary as it deems necessary for the proper handling of the tour. The sole responsibility of any airline used is limited to that set out in the passenger contract evidenced by the ticket. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time that the passengers are not on board their aircraft.","event_seven_continents_club_option":false,"event_seven_continents_club":"","custom_section_title":"","custom_media_text_block":{"content":"","media_type":"image","media_alignment":"right","media_image":"","media_video":null},"custom_section_title_2":"Abbott World Marathon Majors Age Group World Championship","custom_media_text_block_2":{"content":"<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\" data-olk-copy-source=\"MessageBody\">This event is an Abbott World Marathon Majors Marathon Tours &amp; Travel Age Group World Championship (AGWC) Qualifying Race. If you achieve the automatic qualifying time for your age group, found\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/www.worldmarathonmajors.com\/rankings\/how-it-works\" href=\"https:\/\/www.worldmarathonmajors.com\/rankings\/how-it-works\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">here<\/a>, you\u2019ll be invited to the\u00a0<strong>2026 Age Group World Championship in Cape Town, South Africa.<\/strong>\u00a0 The qualifying period began on January 1, 2025, and will conclude on December 31, 2025. We invite you to\u00a0<strong>book the official AGWC package\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/cape-town-marathon-agwc\/\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/cape-town-marathon-agwc\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"1\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">If you have secured your\u00a0<strong>2025 AGWC Entry,<\/strong> there is still limited availability for our AGWC Hotel Package. Find details\u00a0<strong><a title=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/new-york-city-marathon-agwc-2\/\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/events\/new-york-city-marathon-agwc-2\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"2\">here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">For more information on the Age Group World Rankings and Championship go\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/world-marathon-majors\/abbott-world-marathon-majors-age-group-world-championships\/\" href=\"https:\/\/marathontours.com\/en-us\/world-marathon-majors\/abbott-world-marathon-majors-age-group-world-championships\/\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"3\">here<\/a>.<\/p>","media_type":"image","media_alignment":"left","media_image":11480,"media_video":null},"event_testimonials":[{"title":"\"Really appreciated the several communications...\" - 2022","testimonial":"Really appreciated the several communications that came out prior to the trip and advice on how to prepare and all of the documentation needed! Tremendously helpful!","author":""},{"title":"\"I honestly cannot think of anything that I would do differently...\" - 2022","testimonial":"I honestly cannot think of anything that I would do differently - Nicole (and team) did a fabulous job, and the hotel, etc are excellent choices.","author":""},{"title":"\"Nicole and Ann are outstanding...\" - 2022","testimonial":"Nicole and Ann are outstanding. Very customer focused and both made the extra effort to ensure everybody is taken care of. from pre-planning to making sure we could get our COVID tests coming home. They were involved and on top of making sure we had a great trip.","author":""},{"title":"\"Ann and Nicole are outstanding...\" - 2022","testimonial":"Ann and Nicole are outstanding. Runners are generally a collegial group but both Ann and Nicole take the time to make everybody feel part of the family. I\u2019ve done 4 races with Marathon Tours and will join Ann in Dublin in the fall and know in advance it will be a wonderful experience.","author":""},{"title":"\"We visited the Vatican through the Roman Guy...\" - 2017","testimonial":"We visited the Vatican through the Roman Guy. Highly recommend. We were picked up from our hotel and brought directly to the meet-up location. Got into the Vatican promptly at 8 am. Our tour guide was friendly and extremely knowledgeable.","author":""},{"title":"\"I liked the location...\" - 2017","testimonial":"I liked the location - within walking distance to historical sites, and the start and finish line of the marathon. The area reminded me of some movies that I have seen that showcased Rome - felt like I was in a movie.","author":""},{"title":"\"Great hotel!...\" - 2017","testimonial":"Great hotel! The hotel staff at the reception desk were friendly, and answered questions that I presented. Equally friendly were the restaurant personnel, room cleaning personnel, and concierge's. I was so impressed with the hotel that I have made a bookmark of Starhotel Metropole Rome so that if I ever return to Rome, which I will, I will seek to make my reservations there.","author":""},{"title":"\"Loved Jacqui and Nicole. Very helpful...\" - 2015","testimonial":"Loved Jacqui and Nicole. Very helpful and looking forward to future Marathon Tour Trips. I felt I got a good value for my money. Marathon Tours picked nice hotels in great locations, good breakfasts, good couple of dinners, and nice tours of the area. I would have liked to have an after-marathon party. It would be worth paying a bit more. Very fun!!! Thank you!!!","author":""},{"title":"\"Thank you very much to your attention to all the details...\" - 2015","testimonial":"Thank you very much to your attention to all the details. We had a great time. This is the second tour but this one was the best. You are truly professionals who listen, respond and most of all try to accommodate our needs.","author":""},{"title":"\"Jacqui's stories and travels were amazing...\" - 2015","testimonial":"Jacqui's stories and travels were amazing. We found great deals in a store she shops in Rome. Jacque walked us to the start of the Rome marathon. I felt she truly cared about us and saw us off. Traveling in a tour group is so much more fun! This was a group of fit people with a bunch of energy. It was not a bunch of \"retired-acting\" people. I made new friends and felt safer. I'm not afraid to travel alone with Marathon Tours. I can't talk anyone into Africa. I may have to go alone. Thank you for wonderful memories.","author":""},{"title":"\"I've been traveling with your company since 2004...\" - 2015","testimonial":"I've been traveling with your company since 2004 (first trip was Paris) and seems like you are always coming up with new adventures. You provide a great selection of places to run and love traveling with your company. I have never been disappointed.","author":""},{"title":"\"...I truly enjoyed the entire trip and every city...\" - 2014","testimonial":"We tried to even decide what city we liked best and had a very difficult time. I think my favorite was Florence and the winery tour\/lunch but the Vatican was awfully impressive also. I truly enjoyed the entire trip and every city. The marathon was even enjoyable since it did not rain as much or as hard as they were predicting and the people watching were wonderful. Plus it is hard to not enjoy such things when you run towards St Peter's Basilica.","author":""},{"title":"\"This is my fifth trip with Marathon Tours...\" - 2014","testimonial":"This is my fifth trip with Marathon Tours and I've never been disappointed. The staff is fantastic and the hotels, accommodations and tours are always wonderful!","author":""},{"title":"\"Nicole did set up the train and hotel for our extension...\" - 2014","testimonial":"Nicole did set up the train and hotel for our extension to Venice after Florence and that was excellent. We ran into Jacqui in Venice also and even though she was on her \"own time\", she was fabulous about answering questions we had about future trips and places with Marathon Tours. 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