LAKE WANAKA, New Zealand (May 13, 2010) - Challenge Wanaka today announced a partnership with Emirates Airlines to offer international athletes travelling to the iron distance triathlon on 15 January 2011 free bike carriage and increased baggage allowance.
"We're delighted to be working with Emirates and this partnership will save Challenge Wanaka athletes hundreds of dollars in excess baggage costs," said race director Victoria Murray-Orr. "Challenge Wanaka is globally renowned as one of the world's most scenic triathlons and partnering with Emirates makes it even more accessible to international athletes, further promoting New Zealand's position as a world-class sports tourism destination."
Winner of numerous awards, Emirates believes supporting events such as Challenge Wanaka is one of the best ways to connect with its passengers, allowing the airline to share and support their interests and build a closer relationship with them.
Over 50% of the Challenge Wanaka individual race field is from overseas with this figure growing on an annual basis. In the 2010 event, 24 nations were represented, drawn by the spectacular setting of New Zealand's Southern Alps and tough honest course that has tested some of the best in the world including Belinda Granger (AUS), Rebekah Keat (AUS) and Richard Ussher (NZL).
To qualify for the increased baggage allowance, athletes must book through the Challenge Wanaka's official travel agent partner, United Travel Wanaka at fiona@unitedtravel.co.nz or by calling +64 3 443 7414. Special conditions apply.
For further information visit www.challenge-wanaka.com and for Emirates' network and services, visit www.emirates.com.
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