2010 IRONMAN COZUMEL
IRONMAN COZUMEL: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2010
September 2, 2010 Update - EST has race entry slots available.

With a Mexican heart and a Caribbean soul, Cozumel is a paradise where tradition, flavor and joy come together.

Famous all over the world for its coral reefs, there are plenty of water sports such as diving, deep-sea fishing, snorkeling, kayaking and more. With its beautiful beaches and exotic locale, Cozumel is an ideal destination where honeymooners can enjoy colorful and breathtaking sunsets, moonlit walks on secluded beaches, swim through crystal clear blue waters and romantic candlelight dinners.

The swim is an in-water start in the sea swim and start and finishes at CHANKANAAB park beach. Water temperature for the month of September in Cozumel is likely to be around 26°C, therefore wetsuits will not be permitted on the one lap rectangular shaped course.

The bike course starts and finishes at the CHANKANAAB park, using the Cozumel island main road. The course is flat, paved in good conditions and with a few sharp corners, and will be totally closed to vehicle traffic. We recommend that you take two water bottles during this segment of the race.

The marathon course is two laps on a 13.1 mile circuit, starting at the CHANKANAAB park towards Cozumel downtown. Just as on the bike, the roads will be closed to vehicle traffic. You will find aid stations every other km with Gatorade, water, ice, PowerBar (bars and gel), Vaseline, Coke and medical assistance.

EST's Ground Package to Ironman Cozumel includes:

  • Transfer from Cozumel Airport to the Wyndham Resort
  • Accommodation at the Wyndham Resort (includes applicable taxes)
  • Breakfast each day
  • Lunch each day
  • Dinner each day
  • Unlimited drinks
  • Daily local transportation service (rental cars are not necessary)
  • Transport to all race functions
  • EST hosts and translators to assist you
  • Bike mechanics at the hotel with service included
  • CO2 Cartridges provided for race day
  • Course tours by van/bus
  • Easy swim, bike and run training sessions
  • Question and Answer session with Ken Glah
  • Hospitality area for non-competing EST clients
  • Organization of optional day trips around Cozumel before and after the race
  • Transfer from Wyndham Resort to Cozumel Airport

  • Extra services available

    For many people flying into Cancun Airport can save $200 to $400 compared to flights to Cozumel and may be a direct flight from their city. If the Cancun Airport option is better for you we will also have the following services available for $90
  • Transfer from Cancun airport to Playa del Carmen
  • Ferry from Playa del Carmen to Cozumel and then transfer to the Wyndham Resort
  • Transfer of bikes from Cancun Airport to the Wyndham Resort
  • Transfer from the Wyndham Resort and then the ferry to Playa del Carmen
  • Transfer from Playa del Carmen to the Cancun Airport
  • Transfer of bikes from Wyndham Resort to Cancun Airport

  • Extra service available - Complete bike unpack and assemble $50
    Included in the package is the services of a mechanic but we ask that you unpack your bike and loosely assemble which means putting the wheels on, hand tighten the pedals, and bars. The mechanic will then tighten everything and make all needed adjustments to the gears and brakes. If you prefer to just hand your bike case to the mechanic he will unpack and completely assemble your bike for $50. If after the race you want the mechanic to disassemble and pack your bike this can also be done for a $50 charge

    Please look through the site completely and then fill in the "REQUEST EVENT INFORMATION" form (RED BOX - this is just a request form and does not obligate you to travel with us) and we will contact you to discuss your trip and answer your questions. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to call or email us directly.

    (office)1-610-399-4662
    tywilliams@endurancesportstravel.com
    kenglah@endurancesportstravel.com


     

    Wyndham Cozumel Resort & Spa 

    An All-Inclusive Resort is a friendly and cozy all inclusive resort. The all-inclusive program includes accommodations, all meals and snacks, and unlimited alcoholic beverages and soft drinks available at four restaurants and three bars.

    The Resort is located on the south side of Cozumel, only 20 minutes from downtown, 25 minutes from the airport and just a few minutes by boat from Cozumel main reefs. With 2000 feet of white sand beach, this complex is an excellent place to enjoy your Ironman visit.

    This beachfront resort offers over 312 guestrooms designed to suit the varied needs of our clients. A wide variety of recreational facilities and activities are also available for guests of all ages including: three swimming pools, lighted tennis and multipurpose courts, fitness center, and non-motorized water sports including hobbie cats, kayaks, snorkel equipment and windsurfing. Motorized water sports are available at an extra charge. The resort also features supervised kids program with its own smoothies and soda bar for children, teen's club, daily activities and theme parties, nightly live entertainment and shows at the indoor theater, and a private pier.


    * 5 night minimum stay required.





     

    Air Travel

    For this race we do a ground only package so please feel free to go online and arrange a flight that is best for you with regards to dates, flight itinerary and price. There are two options for getting to Cozumel. You can either fly directly into Cozumel and we will provide the transfer to the Wyndham Resort or you can fly into Cancun and for an additional $90 roundtrip we will provide the transfer to Playa del Carmen, the ferry ride to Cozumel and the transfer to the Wyndham Resort.

    Auto


    While in Cozumel you will not need a car as we will provide all local transport and will do course tours for those wishing to see the bike and run courses.


    We are Happy to provide anyone looking for a rental car with a discount code.  This will help you in your rental and should be able to save you some money! Endurance Sports Travel has teamed up with Budget and Avis Rental Companies to provide you with a discount for any auto rental. If you would like to take advantage of our discounts you will need to book your rental car with either Budget or Avis.

    Budget Discount Code: BCD # U226458

    Avis Discount Code: AWD # X191488

    Visa


    Citizens of the US and most other countries do not need a Visa to enter Mexico. However, to be sure, you should check online or with your local consulate. You should have a valid passport when traveling to Mexico.






     

    Day Trips

    There are a great number of snorkeling and scuba diving just off shore and some quite beaches for relaxing. A long day trip or overnight trip will get you to some incredible ruins and pyramids. Play del Carmen and Cancun can also be done as day trips.

    Pre Race Trips

    None arranged at this time...

    Post Race Trips

    None arranged at this time...


     

    * The prices listed below are the total costs of our ground package per person per night. Please refer to the general information page for details on the ground package. 

    Wyndham Resort and Spa 

    Carribean Room
    Single- $170 per person per night
    Double- $140 per person per night
    Triple- $130 per person per night

    Ocean View Room
    Single- $185 per person per night
    Double- $155 per person per night
    Triple- $145 per person per night


    Sabor Island (Adult Only)
    Single- $190 per person per night
    Double- $160 per person per night
    Triple- $150 per person per night

    Children's Rates
    0-4 Years of Age= Free
    5-12 Years of Age= $25 per child per night
    2 children sharing a "Standard Room"= $121 per child per night



    IMPORTANT: The pricing page has been designed to provide you with a general idea of our ground package costs. Below we have provided a range that your ground package price should fall into. To get a specific quote based on your hotel choice, room type, number of guests and number of nights, please visit our registration request form. This registration request form does NOT obligate you to travel with us. It allows for you to price out a complete ground package to meet your needs and notifies us of your interest. Once you submit this request we will contact you to to further discuss your interest and secure your reservations.

     

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