LONDON, July 9, 2015 – Fitness fans looking for a new challenge should enroll in the final and most exciting race of the Vertical World Circuit this coming December in Hong Kong.  The series takes in eight skyscrapers around the globe and culminates at the International Commerce Centre in Kowloon, also home to the world's highest hotel, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong.  Keen runners can book the hotel's special Vertical Run Package to boost their performance and relax in style once they've run the course.

The Vertical Run Package is available between 5-7 December 2015, while the race itself takes place on 6th December.  It includes:

• Special welcome amenities packed with energy boosting drinks, power bars, dried fruits and assorted nuts
• One traditional Oriental Massage and one Therapeutic Massage to release trapped energies before the race and then relax muscular and connective tissues after the race!
• Lunch at the Organic Salad Bar, with its delicious spread of organic greens, toppings or condiments during on the Friday or a healthy set lunch prepared by the talented team of chefs at The Lounge & Bar at the weekend
• Overnight accommodation for two nights in a Deluxe Room with buffet breakfast

The Vertical World Circuit features races in the world's most iconic skyscrapers, including New York, London and Sao Paolo.  The race is open to all, either individuals or a team and anyone from the age of 10 can compete.  In Hong Kong the race climbs 82 floors; the current record is held by Australian Darren Wilson who completed the course in just less than 12 minutes.  Entry costs from just under £10 per person and runners can enroll online by visiting www.shkpverticalrun.com

The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is a stunning five star property; the highest hotel in the world, it occupies floors 102-118 of the International Commerce Centre which means spectacular views of Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour and the myriad of islands in the bay.  It features Michelin starred dining and Ozone, a destination bar – at 490 feet above sea level, it's an ideal location to unwind after the rigours of the race.

The Vertical Run Package starts at HK$6,688 for single occupancy (approx £550 for the two nights) or HK$9,888 for double occupancy (approx £811 for two nights).  But for guests sharing a room with a running partner and just enjoying accommodation with meals additional cost is just HK$600 (approx £50).  For reservations and enquiries, please call +852 2263 2100 or email rc.hkgkw.reservations@ritzcarlton.com. 

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For more information please contact:

The Massey Partnership

Virginia Webb or Sarah Pirie

firstname.lastname@massey.co.uk

+44 020 637 3220

Notes to editors:

All prices are subject to a 10% service charge.

About The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong

Occupying floors 102 to 118 of the International Commerce Centre in Kowloon, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong is the highest hotel in the world.  The hotel's 312 guestrooms all offer spectacular city and harbour views.  With six dining venues including the state-of-the-art Michelin-starred Italian restaurant, Tosca; two-star Michelin Chinese restaurant, Tin Lung Heen; The Lounge and Bar, which features an international all-day dining menu; and Café 103, which serves signature chocolate afternoon tea.  The rooftop bar, Ozone, is truly a stunning venue at 490 meters above sea level.  For those wishing to relax and indulge, The Ritz-Carlton Spa by ESPA located on the 116th floor features nine deluxe treatment rooms and two couple's suites, redefining the urban spa experience in the city and across Asia.  The hotel features a fully equipped fitness center and an indoor pool on the 118th floor with a 28m x 7m LED screen on the ceiling, as well as one of the largest ballrooms in the city at 870sqm.  For more information, please visit www.ritzcarlton.com/hongkong.

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About The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, LLC

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C., of Chevy Chase, Md., currently operates 88 hotels in the Americas, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and the Caribbean.  More than 30 hotel and residential projects are under development around the globe. The Ritz-Carlton is the only service company to have twice earned the prestigious Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award which recognizes outstanding customer service. For more information or reservations, visit the company web site at www.ritzcarlton.com, and for the latest company updates, visit news.ritzcarlton.com.  The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MAR).