“The universe is but
one
great city,
full of beloved
ones,
divine and human,
by nature
endeared
to each other.” ~ Epictetus
HOST CITY: Lexington, Kentucky USA
Lexington’s Bluegrass
Region is home to legendary horses, breathtaking landscapes and a
culture rich in tradition.
Lexington is the center of the world's Thoroughbred horse industry
- where the top racehorses are bred, born, trained, officially registered,
bought and sold, retired to stud and buried. In the Bluegrass, you
can meet previous Kentucky Derby champions - or perhaps catch a glimpse
of a future winner on the world's most famous farms.
Keeneland Race Course, a beautiful park reminiscent of those in
England, holds race meets in April and October and sales throughout
the year. The Kentucky Horse Park, site of the Alltech FEI World
Equestrian Games in 2010, features more than 50 breeds on 1,200 breathtaking
acres. Lexington truly
is the Horse Capital of the World.
Nearly 100 percent of the world's bourbon is produced in Kentucky.
Visit the home of Kentucky bourbon, where time-honored methods developed
in the early 19th century are still in use today. Take a tour of
Woodford Reserve, Buffalo Trace, Four Roses or Wild Turkey to discover
the heritage of the United States’ only native spirit.
Lexington is the center of the world's Thoroughbred
Horse Industry.
Take a short drive through the picturesque Bluegrass countryside
to one of America's historic treasures. Shaker Village of Pleasant
Hill is the United States' largest restored Shaker community with
the 34 restored buildings and 3,000 acres of preserved farmland.
Tour the village, explore 40 miles of trails and dine on delightful
regional cuisine.
For your free Visitor's Planning Guide call 1-800-845-3959.
Keeneland
Race Course, a beautiful park reminiscent of those
in England,
holds race meets in April and October and sales throughout the
year.
HOTELS
Headquarters Hotel
Experience legendary southern hospitality in the perfect setting at Hyatt Regency Lexington. Their central location coupled with a welcoming staff will make your stay at this hotel memorable from start to finish.
In addition, the hotel is conveniently located across from Triangle Park, site of the the finish line celebration, making it ideal for a quick post-run shower before enjoying the live music, free bourbon tastings, and Kentucky food and drink.
The Hilton Lexington Downtown Hotel. It also sits across the street from the finish line celebration at Triangle Park. Their room block is $179. Click here to reserve your team's space now.
Crowne Plaza is an official hotel
of the Bourbon Chase. The Crowne Plaza Campbell House is located 2 miles down Broadway, with a room rate of only $99. This historic Southern hotel
was beautifully restored in 2005 and has a rate of only $99/night. Click
here to reserve your team's space now.
Marriott Griffin Gate Resort – with unmatched Southern hospitality and genteel ambiance, the Griffin Gate hotel is a true urban oasis, located close to Interstates 75 and 64 yet only about a few miles from the finish line celebration. To reserve your rooms for your team at a rate of $149 per night click here.
Hotels Near Start of Race
Best Western
Phone 502.543.7097
Rates - $62.99-$70.19
