Run the
50th Anniversary of the
BMW BERLIN-MARATHON
on September 29, 2024
with
Dream Travel!
The BMW BERLIN-MARATHON is one of the Abbott World Marathon Majors and a sought-after, premium running event! Dream Travel and the Running Room are proud to bring you guaranteed entries into the 50th Anniversary of this fantastic event!
As 2024 will be the 50th anniversary, we will be selling packages starting around the end of July! In the meantime, however, you can confirm your interest in one of our packages as this event will sell out fast!
This prestigious event takes place on Sunday, September 29th, 2024 with almost 50,000 runners from around the world! Finish this incredibly flat, fast marathon by crossing through the famous Brandenburg Gate!
2024 marks our 21st year providing guaranteed entries and escorting runners and spectators to races of all distances around the world! Run with a company that you know you can trust!
Dream Travel will be on site the entire race weekend to assist you and make your trip as exciting and stress-free as possible! And we’re proud to say that everyone who works at Dream Travel is a runner so we know how to make your trip less stressful and more enjoyable!
General Information
Where: Berlin, Germany
Date: Sunday, September 29th, 2024
Time: First wave starts at 9:15AM
Race Expo & Race Kit Pickup:
Dates and times TBD
*All runners MUST attend the expo in person in order to obtain your bib. No one may pick up on your behalf.
LOCATION
Flughafen Tempelhof, Platz der Luftbrücke 5, 12101 Berlin
DEPOSIT AMOUNT:
$500 Per Runner
*Deposit is applied towards the package amounts.
How To
Step 1 – See “Who May Purchase” below before continuing.
Step 2 – Determine which package best suits your needs
Step 3 – Place your deposit on the Running Room website
Step 4 – Receive follow up information from Dream Travel
Step 5 – Make your final payment
Step 6 – Get training! You’re running the 2024 BMW BERLIN-MARATHON!
Who May Purchase?
Any Canadian who will be 18 or older on Sunday, September 29th, 2024 may purchase one of our guaranteed entry packages. If you are not Canadian, but are living full time in Canada, you must contact us before registering.
Initial Deposit and Final Payment
An initial deposit of CAD500 per runner plus the Running Room processing fee will be charged upon registration using the Running Room’s online registration form. After you pay the initial deposit, this amount will be deducted from the package price. The balance of your package must be paid no later than June 1st, 2024. This deposit is non-refundable, so we highly recommend travel insurance. We sell an insurance that allows you to cancel for any reason!
What’s Included in Your Runners Package
- Guaranteed entry into the 2024 BMW BERLIN-MARATHON
- 3 nights at the Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz – Hallesche Straße 10
- Three nights are Friday Sep 27, Saturday Sep 28 and Sunday Sep 29, checking out on Monday Sep 30. Additional nights may be purchased for €309 each (per room).
- BMW BERLIN-MARATHON Goody Bag
- Finisher materials: medal, heat sheet
Additional Nights
Each additional night is €309 per room based on two people.
Packages
We will provide guaranteed entry only as part of a complete package which, at a minimum, must include 3 nights hotel. We are not permitted to sell entry only.
2 Runners Sharing
This package is for two runners wanting to share one room. Prices are per person.
1 Runner/1 Spectator
This package is for one runner staying by themself or for one runner that is bringing a maximum of one other person to be their non-running roommate, or, someone who already has an entry. The price is a total price for both people.
After You Register
After you register Dream Travel will contact you to obtain additional information via the email address you provided.
Insurance
Protect yourself and your money by purchasing our Group Insurance through Manulife. Due to the costs associated with this trip, the pandemic and because you will not be traveling until September, we highly recommend purchasing our travel insurance. With paid insurance you will be able to cancel for insurable reasons as well as running injuries while training! Insurance covers: Cancellation, Interruption, Medical and Baggage. For full details on coverage, please click here: Manulife Financial.
Please note that the insurance coverage that you may have on your credit card will not cover you completely! We are unable to process insurance for those living in Quebec – please contact your local travel agency for coverage.
Due to the pandemic, we also include a Cancel For Any Reason clause on some policies. Please inquire about this insurance and note that it must be purchased within 72 hours of placing your initial deposit.
Cancellation/Deferral/Refund Policy
As these are guaranteed entries, Berlin will not refund, defer or allow for a cancellation under any circumstance. That said, our policy needs to be as such:
-There is no deferral option, however, you may cancel your package for a credit, but only if we are able to resell your entry package and only if it’s prior to registration closing (expected to be in August of 2024).
- If we can resell your package, the following fees will apply:
- 15% of your payment amounts if cancelling prior to September 30, 2023
- 25% of your payment amounts if cancelling between Oct 1, 2023 and Jan 31, 2024
- 50% of your payment amounts if cancelling between Feb 1, 2024 and Apr 30, 2024
- 75% of your payment amounts if cancelling between May 1, 2024 and July 31, 2024
- 100% of your deposit and payment amounts if cancelling after August 1, 2024 or at any time if we’re unable to resell your package
Not Included with your Package
Travel insurance, airfare, meals and items of a personal nature are not included in your package.
The Group Hotel
Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz
Address: Hallesche Straße 10 Berlin, Germany 10963
Phone: +49 30 8010660
Click here for the website
The Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz is situated 2KM from Brandenburg Gate (finish area) and roughly 2.5KM from the Start area of the marathon. This means that you can easily walk both to the marathon in the morning and then back to the hotel post marathon without having to worry about taking public transportation.
Crowne Plaza Berlin – Potsdamer Platz offers rooms with one European queen bed (160cm by 200cm) or rooms with two single beds (90cm by 200cm). Rooms with two single beds will only fit one person each.
Pricing
Prices are in € Euros but you may pay in CAD and we’ll convert it to € Euros. Packages are based on a three night hotel stay. Additional nights may be purchased either before and/or after the weekend.
3 NIGHT PACKAGES
GUARANTEED ENTRY, HOTEL, TIMING CHIP
GUARANTEED ENTRY, HOTEL, TIMING CHIP
*1 Runner/1 Non Runner – A package for either someone traveling on their own and wants their own room, or, one runner and one additional person in the room who either is not running or already has an entry. Price is the total for both people.
*2 Runners Sharing – A package for a couple or two friends, both of whom are running. Price is per person.
SUITE UPGRADES
We have limited suites available that include a bathtub and seating area. Contact us for pricing.
Itinerary
Recommended Itinerary
Thursday Sep 26
We highly recommend that you land in Berlin no later than Thursday as you’ll want to get over jetlag so that you have a great race weekend! As well, you’ll want to consider possible flight delays. If you’re not tired, head to the expo and grab your bib early to avoid the long line ups on Friday and Saturday.
Friday Sep 27
Dream Travel will have a short, easy group run Friday morning along the river. Friday afternoon you’ll want to pick up your bib from the expo if you haven’t already.
Friday afternoon Dream Travel will have a meet and greet with food and beverages. Details to follow.
Saturday Sep 28
Get those feet up and relax.
Sunday Sep 29
Race Day!
Celebrate your achievement with the Dream Travel team Sunday night. Details to follow.
Monday Sep 30
Time to stretch those legs, do some sightseeing and show that medal off with pride!
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the minimum three nights we have to stay?
The three included nights are Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.
What’s the weather like?
Average September temperatures in Berlin average between +11 and +19 degrees Celsius.
How do I get to the start line and back to the hotel after the marathon?
We purposely chose the hotel that we did as it’s walking distance to both the Start and the Finish areas.
Contact Dream Travel
If you have any questions about the 2024 BMW BERLIN-MARATHON or our packages, please contact us at:
[email protected]
Phone: (877) 601 7275