Two months ago I invited my 83-year-old parents to join our 12-day bike tour to New Zealand. Even though John and Anne don’t really cycle, I knew they would have a blast on one of our bike vacations – not only would they get to “see their son in action,” but I thought they would…
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Answers to seven common questions about Bicycle Vacations and Cycling Tours As people over 50 opt for more active and adventurous vacations, two-wheelers are becoming a preferred vehicle to see the world, both here and abroad. A recent travel segment on Sky News went so far as to dub bicycling vacations “the new golf.” Touring by bicycle is…
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The small island of Nantucket, 35 miles off the coast of Cape Cod, was once the whaling capital of the world. These days, this charming spot looks like an idyllic postcard, peppered with pristine beaches, sailboat- and yacht-dotted harbors, cobblestoned streets, and shingled homes whose gardens are filled with roses and hydrangeas. Home to a mix…
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WORLD-CLASS TRAILS AND EVENTS DRAW CYCLISTS FROM THROUGHOUT THE U.S. Montpelier, Vt.—From bone-rattling descents to leisurely loops, Vermont’s summer cycling season offers an impressive variety of biking events, set against some of the most breathtaking scenery in the country. Biking enthusiasts will find classic dirt road rides, challenging stage races, nationally acclaimed single-track, guided tours…
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Please take a moment and check out this wonderful blog written by one of our clients describing our recent Great Bike Tours trip to New Zealand: There were plenty of reasons NOT to go on an epic bike trip to New Zealand – worries about time, money, leaving…
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There are many options available for bike touring, here are some things to consider when planning your outing or booking with a tour operator. Decide How You’d Like to Tour Credit Card Touring– travel very light staying at hotels and hostels along the way, eating out at restaurants. Fully Loaded-also known as self supported carrying…
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Ever wondered where some of the best bike vacation destinations were? Here are 6 to start with! Banff, Alberta, Canada Nearly 120 miles of mountain-bike trails wind through Banff National Park, where the high-alpine scenery–striated peaks, aquamarine lakes, and glaciers–is among the world’s most stunning. In fact, the town itself is in the park. Burlington,…
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