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  • 5 Reasons to Travel to the Southern Peloponnese in May

    Tour Leader and Kalamata local, Yorgos Paraskevopoulos shares six reasons he loves cycling Greece in May. Weather Spring is one of my favorite times in the Peloponnese. The month of May is when the sun shines brightly as warm weather… Read full article

  • Cyclist’s Winter Survival Kit

    Lots of our riders fear spring tours because they believe they won’t be in shape yet. Psssst – we’ve got good news: you don’t have to be in top shape to cycle in the spring. As long as you stay… Read full article

  • Two Sisters. Ten Years Running the Family Business

    ExperiencePlus! was founded in 1972 by Rick and Paola Malpezzi-Price and their daughters, Monica and Maria Elena, grew up with the business. As children, the two joined their parents on bicycle tours, then as teenagers and young adults they led… Read full article

  • Recipe: Provençal Greens Soup

    In Provençe this soup is typically made from locally foraged greens, so if you can improvise with your favorite leafy greens! Ingredients 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 2 leeks, cut in half lengthwise, sliced, rinsed of dirt and drained on… Read full article

  • Top 4 tours for a Taste of Germany

    These tours will give you a true taste of Germany’s rich history and varied cultural traditions across its many regions. You will not only experience the diversity of German cultures and customs, but from this gem nestled in the heart… Read full article

  • Italy 3 Ways

    Italy Three Ways Experience this rich and diverse country your way Most of our repeat travelers know that ExperiencePlus!’s first tour was born in Italy and we call this spectacular country our home-base in Europe. Italy is a diverse country… Read full article

  • Lesson 1: E-Bike Basics

    Over the past few years the cycling industry has seen a spike in E-bike popularity. We have also experienced increasing use and curiosity in E-bikes among our travelers, but find there are still some questions lingering. We’d like to bust… Read full article

  • Recipe: German Chocolate Cake

    If you ask a German about German chocolate cake you will likely hear a response the to the effect of – “never heard of it”. This is because German Chocolate cake is not named after the country but rather after… Read full article

  • 5 Gifts For Cyclists Who Love to Travel

    Take a look at a few of our favorite cycling items that might be just the right inspiration as you’re trying to find something special for your cyclists this holiday season. What costs less than $40 USD, weighs a mere… Read full article

  • Tour Leader Tales: Roberto Laghi Cycling Italy to Mongolia

    After finishing his fifth year leading tours for ExperiencePlus! in France and Italy, Roberto Laghi decided it was time to pack up his bike and keep pedaling. In 2012, Roberto and his girlfriend, Maria Grazia, moved from Italy to France (by… Read full article

  • Traveler Scrapbook: Biking Portugal Photos

    ExperiencePlus! traveler Norie Quintos pedaled with us from the rivers, coasts and valleys of Northern Portugal and Galicia, Spain to Santiago following the Portuguese Camino de Santiago in 2018. Take a virtual bicycle tour of Portugal with Norie’s scrapbook and… Read full article

  • Recipe: Grandma’s Gnocchi

    After Cycling Hidden Tuscany Plus! Tufa Towns, some of our travelers returned home with a newfound love of gnocchi.  This recipe will (hopefully) give you a taste of Tuscany no matter where you happen to be dining. Ingredients 2 pounds… Read full article

  • Recipe: Simple French Crepes

    Whether you’re in the mood for sweet or savory, this simple French staple can be home to any number of fun fillings! Ingredients ¾ cup sifted flour Pinch of salt 2 eggs 1 cup milk 2 tablespoons clarified butter *Instructions… Read full article

  • Recipe: Grilled Lamb Kebabs With Flavors of Greece

    Recipe: Grilled Lamb Kebabs With Flavors of Greece If you’ve just finished reading about Cycling Ancient Greece From Sparta to Kalamata Plus! Pylos and can’t wait to get a taste of Greece, we hope this simple recipe will satisfy your… Read full article

  • Gear Review: 1UP Bike Rack

    How to Move a Bike, When Pedaling isn’t an Option In an ideal world I would ride my bike everywhere. But in reality, there are times when a ride starts with a drive. Trips to distant trailheads for mountain biking,… Read full article

  • Recipe: Pesto Genovese

    Recipe: Pesto Genovese Gardening season is here and that means many of us have bunches of basil just begging to be used. Here is a pesto recipe perfect for turning fresh basil into a delicious addition to your meal –… Read full article

  • Gear we love!

    The ExperiencePlus! team knows firsthand that a few pieces of good gear can make or break a ride. Our passion for cycling doesn’t end with our work day, more often than not when we’re leaving the office we’re off to… Read full article

  • Bike and Barge Details: Magnifique

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