Has the idea of completing a marathon been running through your mind? There are many amazing ones across the world, allowing you to combine your love of travel with a personal fitness challenge.

For an extra dose of motivation, let your running earn you rewards. This month, we launch our first wellness journey collaboration with Quality HealthCare (QH). Complete six weeks of fitness challenges – from running goals to healthy eating to yoga – to earn Asia Miles and privilege codes for QH services such as check-ups. Find out more here.

Whether you’re a beginner, a seasoned athlete chasing a personal best on a fast course, or an adventurer looking for a challenge off the beaten path, completing a marathon is an empowering and exhilarating experience.

While registration for many 2023 marathons has already closed, registering for 2024 will give you time to build up your training – a slow increase in mileage starting from five months before race day is considered optimal to improve endurance while avoiding injury. We’ve also found nearby hotels to rest and recover at, which you can book through Cathay Holidays using your Asia Miles.

Sprint through the heart of capital cities and past iconic landmarks with our pick of a few of the top places to run a marathon worldwide, rounded up below.