Marni On The Move

In this episode, Marni syncs up with Leyla Porteous, General Manager of Sports Tours International, a company that takes runners across the globe for major marathons and creates full-service Race-cation experiences with curated hotels, support, logistics, restaurant recommendations, and pro-level treatment. Sports Tours International connects U.S. runners to international races and international runners to U.S. races, offering seamless, elevated marathon-travel packages for iconic events worldwide. Marni and Leyla unpack the growing world of destination marathons and the appeal of turning races into global adventures. They break down how Sports Tours International operates, how bib access works within their travel packages, and why more runners are prioritizing travel-based racing. The conversation also highlights exciting emerging marathon destinations, including Cape Town, Sydney, and new races in China, and what makes these global events stand out. Leyla shares her journey from triathlon to running, her co