zest sports tours
Zest Sports Tours prides itself on offering a personal and flexible service based on our full understanding of the needs of sporting travellers, whether you are running or supporting a friend/family member.
TRAVEL PROFESSIONALS
We do not claim to be athletes par excellence merely keen amateurs with a great deal of travel experience. We work closely with the running community to build on individual experience and expertise in order to offer you and your fellow competitors the ultimate running experience.We at Zest Tours are proud to claim over a decade of experience in the sports travel industry. From organising group travel to Australia and New Zealand to individual 's travel arrangements around the UK & Europe we have a proven track record when it comes to delivering top quality flexible tours.
Our combined knowledge translates into a great choice of race, accommodation and travel options meaning that you can enjoy a hassle free race build-up safe in the knowledge that your travel requirements are being looked after by the professionals.
SPORTS PROFESSIONALS
IAN CORLESS (RUNNING & FITNESS)
Ian Corless has been competing in endurance sports for over 20 years. Originally a cyclist, Ian progressed into triathlon and has completed several Ironman distance races. Although he still races at Ironman distance, he is now a runner and ultra runner. Ian coaches athletes to specific targets using a well planned one to one coaching package. He regularly speaks at Zest events and accompanies (and even runs ) in races with our clients. Be sure to meet him at the pasta meal at our annual London Marathon event. His last-minute pep talk is full of great advice.
ANDREW WILKINSON (STRENGTH TRAINING & NUTRITION)
Andrew Wilkinson's interest in fitness developed from a career as a professional triathlete competing worldwide in 'Ironman' events. Andrew keeps himself on the cutting edge of fitness research and development which he passes on to his clients in their training. He offers invaluable advice to the Zest planners when organising marathon & ultra marathon events. His effective advice ensures that as much energy as possible is preserved and everything runs smoothly for our competitors over a race weekend.
Zest Tours financial protection
We take our customers peace of mind very seriously and as such offer a comprehensive insurance package to every client.
In accordance with "The Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations1992" all passengers booking with Zest Tours Ltd are fully protected for the initial deposit and subsequently the balance of all monies paid to us, including repatriation if required, arising from cancellation or curtailment of your travel arrangements due to the insolvency of Zest Tours Ltd. There is no requirement for Financial Protection of day trips, and none is provided. This insurance is only valid for packages booked that DO NOT include flights. Consumer aware: Your booking is insured by IPP Ltd and its panel of insurers. - This insurance is only valid for passengers who book and pay directly with/to Zest Tours ltd. If you have booked and/ or paid direct to a Travel Agent for a holiday with Zest Tours Ltd please request proof of how the booking is secured. For further information please go to www.ipplondon.co.uk
This Insurance has been arranged by International Passenger Protection Limited and underwritten by Insurers who are members of the Association of British Insurers & Lloyds Syndicates.
CLAIMS PROCEDURE:
Download Claims Form from www.ipplondon.co.uk
Any occurrence which may give rise to a claim should be advised within 14 days to:
IPP Ltd, Claims Office, IPP House, 22-26 Station Road,West Wickham, Kent, BR4 0PR
Telephone: +44 (0)20 8776 3752Fax: +44 (0)20 8776 3751
In order to deal promptly with any claim hereunder it is essential that you retain all bills, receipts and other documents relating to your travel arrangements. Claim forms must be submitted within six months of date of insolvency. Claims will not be considered or paid if received after this date.
Personal travel insurance – You should not embark upon any trip without taking out adequate personal travel insurance to insure against cancellation, missed departure, lost luggage etc. We are pleased to be able to offer this service to our clients. Follow this link for a quotation. (Please note the policy covers distances up to Marathons. For Marathons you are required to take out the ‘Extra Hazardous Activity’ Cover). If you require insurance for an Ultra Event please contact us separately for a quote.