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Part of our group stops for photo at Friday's finish line - Poipu Beach, Kauai. Jan. 25, 2008

Join us !!
3 GROUP RUNS ON
3 DIFFERENT HAWAIIAN ISLANDS
January 17- January 24, 2009
Plus 3 more runs or hikes on the "off days"
Includes 1 Week All Inclusive Hawaii Cruise w/All Shipboard Meals

~ All running events hosted by runners for runners ~
Families of runners welcome - tour activities available for non-runners
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Late Registration Now Available to Jan 9, 2009

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~ Non Runners & Guests Welcome ! ~
Bring your family, spouse, or best friend, even if they are non-runners. This will be a wonderful
week to relax and enjoy your favorite sport with those close to you, even if they don't run. Guests
may enjoy many other Hawaii island activities daily. . . Golf, island excursions, shopping, spa
treatments, land activities, helicopter rides, horseback riding, snorkel trips, sailing, etc.
are all available daily.

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Run-Hawaii is an idea that has been in our minds for years, but it always seemed too
expensive for us to fly to Hawaii for just one running event and too complex to try
to run on more than one island during a single trip. Now, with the Hawaii cruise ship that
circles the islands weekly, we found it is all possible. Marv found qualified runners in the
Islands to help us with the events and our dream became a reality. Our special thanks
to Suzi Cope and John Salmonson of the Hawaiian Ultra Running Team who were an
inspiration to us with good ideas on places to run and people to contact.

January was chosen as an ideal time for this event because so much of our country is
covered by ice, snow, and rain at that time. The tropical weather in Hawaii is beautiful in
January and will rejuvenate your running senses and enjoyment of the outdoors

Cruise Ship Headquarters appeared to be a fantastic way to accomplish everything
our event needed. It provides us with unique transportation to each island. It gives
us deluxe accommodations, all meals, and nightly entertainment. It makes it easy for runners
to bring their families with them. And, most of all, it gives us the perfect platform to host
this one-of-a-kind running event.

Run-Hawaii Directors are being coordinated by, Marv & Tom Johnson.
Tom has run on six continents, is 3 time winner of the Western States 100 mile run,
has represented the USA at four world 100K championships, and currently holds the
North American 100K record. Tom will be running in all of the organized events and will be
participating in a run or hike on the off days. Marv is a former ultrarunner and has assisted
at many races through the years. He will be processing all of your applications and will be
your link by e-mail or phone. Travel support is being provided by our sponsor, AATPA, Inc,
a well known Hawaii travel company that is found on the internet at AATPA.com


. . . A special Mahalo! to local Hawaii based running clubs and individuals that have
been so helpful and supportive in the planning of this event.

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January 17- January 24, 2009

We depart from Honolulu Saturday, January 17 on the cruise ship, Pride of America.
Please plan your flights to Hawaii so you can board the ship by 3:00pm.
Board the ship at pier #2 near Aloha Tower in Honolulu.

~ Saturday, Jan 17th ~
Honolulu, Hawaii
SHIPBOARD GREETING

After you board the cruise ship, Pride of America, in Honolulu and settle into your cabin, you are invited
to spend the afternoon hours enjoying food and music by the pool. Immediately following the ship's
general life boat drill (approx. 5:00pm), your event directors will host an orientation and get acquainted
meeting for runners and guests in a designated meeting room onboard. After that you will be on your own
for the evening to dine as you wish and enjoy the evening lounges and stage shows. Our ship departs
Honolulu pier at 8:00pm and we recommend you go topside to view the warm, sparkling Honolulu
night skyline as we sail away

~ Sunday, Jan 18th ~
MAUI
"OFF DAY"

Arriving dockside in Maui at 8:00am, nothing is officially scheduled on our first
day. It is a day to explore Maui where you may rent a car and spend the day out on
your own. The ship stays overnight in this port so stay out as late as you want tonight.
No matter what time you come home, your bed will be waiting for you.

Depending on weather, Tom will be hiking the trails of Mt. Haleakala, Maui's
dormant volcano, as he did in 2008. Some may wish to hike these rugged trails, or go
elsewhere for a run. Maps and suggestions from local runners will be available to all.
So . . . grab some fruit from the ships morning buffet and have a great day outdoors.

~ Monday, Jan 19th ~
MAUI

Hosted Early Morning
5 MILE RUN FROM SHIP

Since we stayed overnight, we are still docked in Maui, which allows us to run early in the morning.
Last year we hosted a 5 mile competition on the bike path close to the ship. This event was an out
and back from the ship skirting the Maui airport. We may do this same course again this year,
but are currently seeking a more scenic location. Last year we were assisted by Cheryl Bouillon,
president of the Valley Isle Road Runners of Maui along with other members of their club. The
run was directed by Rudy Huber. We anticipate the club's assistance again this year.

The rest of the morning is open to pursue other activities or just relax by the pool.
Please be back on the ship at 5:00pm, we sail for Kona at 6:00pm

~ Tuesday, Jan 20th ~
HAWAII - The Big Island

Hosted Morning
VOLCANO RUN

Today, as you awake, our ship will be docking in Hilo, Hawaii. Enjoy an early ship's buffet
breakfast at your leisure. Since runners will not be back to ship for lunch, we suggest you gather
fruits and other staples from the buffet to snack on throughout the day. Casual lunch facilities are
available at Volcanos National Park but not included in event. We will provide secure storage for
knapsacks at the event. Plan to be off the ship and ready to go at 8:45 am.

At 9:00am, our transportation will depart Hilo pier for a beautiful 45 minute ride up
Kilauea Volcano and into Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. The run is an out and back over a
10 mile course on a very nice narrow paved National Park service road. Our event will follow the Park's
Mauna Loa Strip Road beginning at 4,000 foot elevation and slowly climbing to 6500 feet. The course
is a gentle rise through high growth protected Koa wood forests with occasional views across the entire
volcano. The higher you go, the better the views.

Running in the Park is special and we wish to thank all of the Park officials who helped
us to obtain the necessary permit. We ask all our members to show respect for all park
rules and to show courtesy to Park Officials and the general public while in the Park.

We wish to thank Howard Shapiro of Hawaii for his help in planning this course. Howard was
race director of the Big Island Kilauea Volcano marathon, 10 mile and 5 mile runs for 8 years
and is our director for this event. Howard will give a brief orientation before we start out.
There will be water and energy bars, GU energy gel at the start and at about 3 miles and 6 miles.
The weather at the Park is changeable and may be quite chilly, or warm - or rainy - all in the
same day. We suggest bringing suitable running clothes for any of these possibilities.
All may run, jog or walk as far as they wish and return at their own pace.

As runners finish, we will shuttle you back to the Volcano Park's Visitor Center. You will also
want to visit the nearby Old Volcano House Resort on the rim of steaming Kilauea Volcano where
you will experience the full wonders of this incredible work of nature. Here , on the edge of the
volcano, you view across the entire active crater. This is the Park's central visitor area where
you may purchase lunch, look at exhibits, explore nearby trails, etc..

If family and guests want to join us but don't wish to participate in running or walking the course,
they are welcome. There is a 1 mile nature trail adjacent to our event course. Guests may ride our
shuttle back and forth from the Park Visitors Center throughout the run.

In the afternoon, if time permits, we plan to drive the Crater Rim Road around the volcano for scenic
viewing and stops for photo opportunities. Also, after dark tonight our ship plans to sail near the base of the
volcano very close to the lava flow where glowing red lava flows into the sea, this is an awesome sight !

We will leave the Park at 4:00pm - Our ship sails at 6:00pm

~ Wednesday, Jan 21st ~
KONA

"OFF DAY"
Run Part of The Famed "Ironman" Triathlon Marathon Course

Nothing is officially scheduled on our Off day. It is a day for rest and enjoyment of the
Kona area. This is the only port of call where we are not at dockside. Today we arrive Kona
about 7:30am and anchor off shore for the day. Ship's tenders will shuttle guests into Kona
throughout the day. Kona is easy to walk around and enjoy, but time constraints will make car
rental a challenge. Be back to dock by 5 PM to catch the last tender back out to ship - we sail
for Kauai at 6:00pm.

As he did last year, Tom plans to take a morning run from the pier along Alii Drive which is the
first segment of the world famous Hawaii Ironman Triathlete marathon course. We expect you
will meet some locals out for their morning run. There are a couple of small beaches along
the route 2 to 3 miles from the pier, or you can swim at the beach next to the pier. We will
arrange to have someone watch your gear while you go for your run. For those of you who
may want to bike, there is a bike rental shop just down the street with mountain and
hybrid bikes available.

~ Thursday, Jan 22nd ~
KAUAI

"OFF DAY"

Nothing is officially scheduled for today. It is a day for exploration and enjoyment
of Kauai. Our ship arrives in Nawiliwili Harbor at 8:00am and then stays overnight.
This is a great day to really get out and do it since there is no concern about when
you return to the ship.

Again, as on Maui, Tom expects to hike one of the many Kauai trails.
There is also about a 5 mile jogging route around the Marriott Resort which
can be reached by a short walk from the ship.

~ Friday, Jan 23rd ~
KAUAI

Hosted Poipu Beach Run & Ocean Dip

In 2008, our group ran at Poipu Beach along streets with an ocean view, where a lot of
locals also run. This is a very scenic area, and was enjoyed by all. We will probably run this
same course again. However, Pam Kruse, our Kauai Run Director, is keeping an eye on an
oceanside bike path under construction North of Lihue. Part is complete, and a large additional
section is scheduled for completion by this fall. If construction proceeds as planned, we will
probably shift to this location. In either location you can run any distance you want.
Water, energy bars and GU energy gel will again be provided.

Pam has a fitness studio in Kalaheo, Kauai (www.fitbodkauai.com), has been a race director
and is a runner and triathlete. Since the ship is in port overnight, and only stays until 2pm,
we will need to get out early. We will leave the ship at 6 AM, and must board
the transportation for our return by noon.

Mahalo & Thank You Reception
We invite everyone to once again join us for a casual gathering at 4 PM for a hosted cocktail
party to say good-bye to new friends and explore ways to create a better event in 2009.
We welcome all comments so that we can continue to improve our event. The rest of the evening is
for you to enjoy one more night of shipboard entertainment as we sail for Honolulu

~ Saturday, Jan 24th ~
HONOLULU

Our fabulous week ends as ship arrives at Honolulu pier at 7:00am and departures begin about 9:00am
ALOHA !

For those staying over in Honolulu and Waikiki for a few more days after our event,
we will have information available for on-your-own running opportunities there.

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Very simple to plan and very easy to join us. . .
simply call the AATPA events line
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Run-Hawaii Coordinator - Marvin Johnson
800-975-6469 - AATPA Events Line

E-mail marv@aatpa.com

Event Sponsor:
AATPA Inc.
A. Arenz Travel Planner Associates, Inc.
16981 Placer Hills Rd. , Ste A-9
Meadow Vista, Ca. 95722
800-975-2992 / fax 530-878-7881

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