Swimming with whales and running with dogs in Tonga
Our run in Tonga was unlike anywhere else. We passed royal landmarks, locals greeting us warmly, and even faced down packs of dogs. And the strong winds reminded us of the whales’ songs from the day before..
Running in the least visited country in the world, Tuvalu
Tuvalu is a hidden paradise where every step feels like an adventure. From tiny airports and curious locals to rocky beaches and turquoise waters, even a simple run becomes unforgettable. Sprinting past children, dogs, and the Prime Minister’s residence, I discovered a world both raw and magical.
Running in Vanuatu: Port Vila’s resilience, turtles and blue lagoons
Port Vila is a vibrant city with colorful markets, stunning waterfront parks, and tropical scenery perfect for running. 🌺 We laced up my shoes and set out to explore the city on foot, discovering hidden corners, banyan-lined streets, and local life along the way.
Running along Samoa’s coast, a tropical paradise
Running in Apia, Samoa, blended exercise with culture and coastal beauty. An 8K loop along the seawall passed cathedrals, tombs, and shady rain trees, alive with locals and ocean breezes. A 12K route to Vaiala Beach revealed historic churches, quiet streets, and turquoise waters, capped by a rainbow after rain.
From markets to beaches: running through the heart of Honiara
Running in Honiara reveals both city life and coastal beauty. A short loop passed lively streets, markets, and Holy Cross Cathedral, while a longer run west reached Vailala Beach’s quiet shores and friendly neighborhoods. From bustling wharfs to misty waves, each route offered culture, history, and authentic island charm.
Running adventures during Papua New Guinea’s Most Colorful Festival
We ran in Papua New Guinea's highlands at 1,700m altitude, between cheering locals (some still in face paint from the festival), pigs on the roadside, and dramatic lightning across the sky.
Fishermen villages, colonial churches and boats in Sâo Tomé
In Sâo Tomé, an island which closely resembles paradise, we woke up with the sun to run along the coast, passing by fishermen villages with their Portuguese colonial architecture while the boats were coming back to shore.
Echoing the wild waves of Côte Sauvage in Pointe Noire, Congo
A couple of unusual runs through a monumental abandoned railway station which spoke of other times, and along a wild coastline in Pointe Noire: an unforgettable run on a beach of wild beauty while the waves roared.
Run along the flooded shore of Lake Tanganika in Burundi
Right after sunrise we ran along the teeming shore of the epic Lake Tanganyika while local youths fished in the flooded “Avenue du plage” in Bujumbura, Burundi, before heading to the legendary source of the Nile!
Running in Santa’s home: the Artic Marathon in Finland
Running on snowy paths through coniferous forests, above the Arctic Circle, at minus ten below zero… with elves at the aid stations and Santa Claus hanging the medal on you. This is the Rovaniemi Arctic Marathon.