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  • A day in the life of quarantine: Vol. 3

    Updates From Staff Around The World With much of the world on lock down 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… Read full article

  • A day in the life of quarantine: Volume 2

    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

  • Bike Maintenance 101

    Many of us are finding ourselves with a bit of spare time on our hands, and in the northern hemisphere spring is finally beginning to blossom. So what better time to refresh your bike maintenance knowledge – or learn a… Read full article

  • staying active while at home

    Staying active while at home

    Social distancing has caused many of us to become a little more creative when it comes to our fitness routines. Fortunately there are still many ways to stay active while staying home or appropriately far from others. There are also… Read full article

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    Recipe: Ricotta Dumplings with Asparagus and Garlic

    Recipe: Ricotta Dumplings with Asparagus and Garlic Get excited for spring with this fresh recipe! Looking for something new to cook up as you settle into spring? Roll up your sleeves and dive into this delicious recipe that is sure… Read full article

  • A day in the life of quarantine

    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

  • Need a Cure for Cabin Fever?

    Virtual Experiences Throughout The World While travel is temporarily off the table for most of us, virtual tourism is not. Galleries, museums and national parks all across the globe are just a few clicks away. Here’s a list of a… Read full article

  • panna cotta

    Recipe: Classic Italian Panna Cotta

    If you’ve got guests coming over and would like a delicious desert that takes very little prep time (though it does need a pit of patience while it solidifies,) this classic Italian dessert is a must-try! Panna Cotta  – “cooked… Read full article

  • Tours for every level of cycling!

    Whether you are an experienced cyclist or you haven’t ridden your bike since you were a kid, we have bicycle tours that allow every type of rider to experience the joy of traveling by bike. Below are four ideas for… Read full article

  • get your bike into shape

    Why Get Your Bike Fit

    Too many people find cycling uncomfortable. The saddle is uncomfortable, the rider’s hands, their lower back…the list goes on. While these are common complaints there is a simple solution: get a bike fit! Everyone deserves to be comfortable and feel… Read full article

  • Recipe: Portuguese Egg Tarts (Pastéis de nata)

    This iconic, palm-size pastry recipe dates back to the 16th century, when the confections, like many other Portuguese sweets, were made by nuns in convents. Presently, locals eat this custard-filled puff pastry at breakfast, after lunch, or any time they’re… Read full article

  • Portugal Three Ways! 

    Portugal has been one of our favorite countries to cycle through since we first ran tours there in 1996. Over the years our destinations may change, but we always go back to those places that have just the right elements… Read full article

  • Top 4 Tried and True Tours

    For almost a half-century, adventurous cyclists and active travelers like you have joined our award-winning guided bike tours and followed our legendary chalk arrows crossing continents and countries by bike. We started with just one trip we called “Bike Across… Read full article

  • Top 4 Tours for Crossing Borders

    Why visit one country by bicycle when you can visit two – or three! If you’re ready to roll soon, join us this February as we cycle between Argentina and Chile. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Andean lakes before cycling… Read full article

  • lemon chicken orzo soup

    Recipe: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup

    Recipe: Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup With the recent bout of chilly weather in Colorado, there has been a lot of discussion in the US office about the wonders of a crock pot. The crock pot is a wonderful kitchen companion… Read full article

  • 2021 & 2022 South America Bicycle Tours

    Bicycling Northern Argentina Plus! Ruins of Quilmes Get off the beaten path in Argentina. Explore the famous Camino Inca – or Inca Trail, a major trade and cultural route between Buenos Aires, Bolivia and Peru. Pedal paved roads through deserts,… Read full article

  • Bike Tours Already Guaranteed to Go in 2020!

    Tours are filling up fast! With over 70 departures already guaranteed to go in Europe, we recommend finding your next trip and booking your spot soon! Here are a few trips that might spark your imagination. Explorer: Cycling the Algarve… Read full article

  • Recipe: Tiramisu (Gluten free from me to you!)

    Tiramisu: Make it gluten free! You won’t even know the gluten’s gone missing… This recipe will be a hit at any meal, but is also a special nod to my fellow Celiacs (gluten-free folks)! It can be tough to navigate… Read full article