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Traveling Through The “New Normal”
My First International Road Trip by Philipp Schmitt We are in Granada and temperatures are rising to 100º F every day. Summer is here! My family and I would like to escape the heat and go to Germany, as we… Read full article
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Recipe: Aperol Spritz
If this cocktail doesn’t say summer in Italy, I don’t know what does. Bring a little taste of Italy to your back porch this summer with an Aperol Spritz. Ingredients 2 oz. Aperol 3 oz. Prosecco Splash of club soda… Read full article
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Day in the life: Canada and Iceland
Updates From People Around The World With many countries beginning to loosen quarantine restrictions and opening in phases we have been checking in with our staff and tour leaders to see how they are spending their days. We also wanted… Read full article
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Recipe: Packing the Perfect Mid-Ride Picnic
Lunch on the Roll Ride until your hungry … or can’t get enough of the view Cycling can certainly kick one’s appetite into gear, and a picnic lunch is a great excuse to take a break and enjoy your surroundings.… Read full article
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Top 4 Tours for a Culture Fix
4 Great Tours for a Cultural Fix Bicycle travel is a great way to get a taste for local culture – in its many forms. Here are a few of our bicycle tours filled with phenomenal routes and deep dives… Read full article
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Summer Cycling: Pro Tips For Keeping Cool
Summer is here which will inevitably lead to some hot days for cycling. We’ve got a few tips to keep you cool(ish) while riding, but before we jump into our tips for keeping cool, let’s revisit some of our old… Read full article
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Join us on a Virtual Escape to Andalucia
Dreaming of escaping to somewhere? Check out Philipp’s description of the history and highlights of Andalucia to learn more about this fabulous Spanish region. Ready to go? 2021 dates posted online Grand Cycling Tour of Andalucia (13 days) Andalucia Cycling:… Read full article
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Recipe: Picnicking On a Bike Ride
Lunch on the Roll Ride until your hungry … or can’t get enough of the view Cycling can certainly kick one’s appetite into gear, and a picnic lunch is a great way to take in local scenery and local specialties… Read full article
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Cycle the USA with ExperiencePlus!
As we approach the one year anniversary of the global pandemic that brought international travel to a halt we decided we could all use some bicycle touring options closer to home. Introducing ExperiencePlus! tours in the USA – in partnership… Read full article
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Squash Blossom Quesadillas
Along with the bounty of zucchini and yellow squash, the blossoms of these plants are delicate, colorful and oh so delicious. If you do not have a garden, make friends with a gardener or head to your local farmer’s market. … Read full article
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Recipe: Rhubarb Tartlets
Between the creamy custard, bright color and melt-in-your-mouth crust, this recipe makes for a perfect ending to any meal! Ingredients unsalted butter, for greasing plain flour, for dusting 375 g sweet shortcrust pastry 2 tablespoons grated ginger 1 orange 300… Read full article
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Recipe: Endive Radish Salad with Ricotta Toast
Have you joined the COVID baking craze while stuck at home? If so, this would make a great topping for one of your homemade loafs. If not, you can swing by the store and snag you favorite loaf of fresh… Read full article
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A day in the life of quarantine: Vol. 4
Updates From Staff Around The World With much of the world on lockdown we have been checking in with our staff and tour leaders to see how they are spending their days. Here’s a little trip around the world to… Read full article
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Cycling Shines During COVID
During one of my afternoon bike rides last month I could not help but notice there were a lot more cyclists out than usual. I did have to pause and wonder if the seemingly higher number of cyclists was just… Read full article
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Bella Ciao
Liberation Day in Italy (the Anniversary of the Resistance) commemorates the end of Nazi occupation and the struggle of the Italian Resistance. Normally a day for celebration and reflection, this April 25th (the 75th anniversary) was unlike any before. As… Read full article
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Escape with these great virtual getaways
Virtual Experiences Throughout The World As most vacation plans remain in limbo we’re continuing to keep the sense of adventure alive with creative alternatives. Until we are all able physically hit the road, we’ve got a few virtual escapes that… Read full article
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Wheels Down
ExperiencePlus Traveler Peter Petesch Imagines Being on Tour Wheels down at nine. I grab un petit café, a croissant, and slices of cheese, seated under a vintage poster of Tour de France, Touriste Routier 1925. I switch on Sonos and… Read full article
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Recipe: Alain’s Homemade Gnocchi
Many of us have been spending extra time in the kitchen lately which has provided an opportunity to work on culinary skills! If you’re looking for some inspiration, Tour Leader Alain has made a great video walking you through the… Read full article