Laguna Marathon traffic restrictions announced
CHERNG TALAY: As the island gears up for the big Laguna Phuket International Marathon on Sunday, June 15, the event’s organizers have announced traffic restrictions that will apply during the marathon so athletes can safely complete the course.
Traffic along the following roads will be directed by police for the safety of runners as follows:
1. All roads within Laguna Phuket and the main road leading into Laguna Phuket, from 4:45am to midday.
2. Route 4030 from Plaza del Mar to Thalang Market in Baan Don, from 5 am to 7:30 am
3. Route 4031 (the old “Airport Road”) from Baan Pru Jam Pa to the airport, from 5:45 am to 11 am
4. For returning runners: Route 2025, which spurs off Route 4031 and joins it further south, from 6:15 am to 11 am
5. For returning runners: Route 4030 from Thalang to Baan Don, from 6:30 am to 11:30 am
6. For returning runners: Route 3024 (Koktanod Rd) from Baan Don to the Shangri-la construction site, from 6:45 am to 11:30 am
Although traffic is expected to be very light early morning on Route 4009, drivers are also asked to be mindful of athletes on that road, which runs from Plaza del Mar to Route 3024.
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Phuket Gazette
Laguna Phuket International Marathon 2008 Press Conference
The Laguna Phuket International Marathon is the largest and fastest growing destination marathon in South East Asia.Now in its third year,and with registration for the event still open until June 5 2008,the Laguna Phuket International Marathon 2008 is well on course to break all records.More than 4,500 participants are expected to take part in the prestigious event-including 2,000 international runners from over 45 countries who will run alongside the local and regional competitors to give the marathon a truly global feel. Welcoming both serious contenders,and those who are there for the experience,the course takes in the picturesque grounds of Laguna Phuket,the island's prenier destination resort.Entrants for the race which is again organised by Go Adventure Asia will be able to choose between full,half and quarter length marathons; a 5 km walk and 2 km kids run.For more information visit website:
Phuket Marathon