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Safe Cycling in the World of COVID-19

Safe Cycling in the World of COVID-19

by | Jun 9, 2020 | , | 0 Comments

We firmly believe that good health is a multi-dimensional target. We strive to be healthy in body, mind and spirit. For us, that means we need to exercise our bodies to keep our muscles strong, we need to be constantly learning to keep our minds sharp and we need...
Running Safe Bike Tours in a COVID-19 World

Running Safe Bike Tours in a COVID-19 World

by | Jun 3, 2020 | , , | 0 Comments

For many of us, the urge to adventure and explore did not diminish when the coronavirus pandemic took over our world. We still feel the drive to breath in the fresh air from a bike saddle, to learn about a new culture and to meet the characters that make...
You’re in our hearts.

You’re in our hearts.

by | Apr 14, 2020 | , , | 0 Comments

We put together this little video of you guys hoping to bring a smile to your face. Looking through all the old pictures definitely cheered us up a little! Let us Start Curating Your Cycling Vacation! Name*This field is hidden when viewing the formEmailEmail* Message*CAPTCHAEmailThis field is for validation...
Our Guide to Tour Preparation

Our Guide to Tour Preparation

by | Mar 3, 2020 | , | 0 Comments

We love to be prepared. If you’ve ever gone on one of our tours, you know this to be true. We love to cover all of our bases. We want you to be able to do the same. We’ve written several posts over the years about how best to...
Top 5 Things to do in Florence

Top 5 Things to do in Florence

by | Jan 27, 2020 | , , , | 0 Comments

There are few cities we visit as regularly on our bike tours that have the same historical significance as Florence. The seat of the renaissance, Florence has been the backdrop of countless political and religious struggles. It is also where we start all of our Tuscany tours. There are...
Why we love the Tour de France

Why we love the Tour de France

by | Dec 16, 2019 | , , , | 0 Comments

We’ve been avidly following the Tour de France since we can remember. It’s been a passion of ours from traveling to France (with and without guests) and riding the routes to waiting on summits for the greats to pass us by and rubbing elbows with some of the fastest...
Our Favorite Romantic Bike Tours

Our Favorite Romantic Bike Tours

by | Dec 16, 2019 | , , | 0 Comments

Is it strange that we always connect romance with bikes? Hear us out. What better way to bond with your loved one than on a bike ride, exploring some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world? What better way to express you love someone than by encouraging them...
Best Bike Tours for Groups

Best Bike Tours for Groups

by | Sep 27, 2019 | , , , | 0 Comments

We’ll start with the obvious: bike tours offer so much for group vacations. We frequently claim that riding together with friends and loved ones offers a whole new level of bonding that few other activities can. It’s also a completely new experience that’s different from a cruise or all-inclusive...
Why choose an aggressive bike tour?

Why choose an aggressive bike tour?

by | Aug 30, 2019 | , , | 0 Comments

Shouldn’t vacation be relaxing? Like sipping cocktails by the pool and long walks on the beach? We admit that this kind of vacation has a time and a place but we often find ourselves to call something a little different. Choosing an aggressive bike tour that will force you...
A Top 5 List of Top 5 Posts

A Top 5 List of Top 5 Posts

by | Jun 21, 2019 | , , | 0 Comments

What’s more exciting than a Top 5 list? Good question! We’ve read through most of our old posts and rounded up our favorite Top 5 posts. From posts about views, rides, experiences and food, we have a little bit of everything. This list is also a great source for...
Our Love Affair with Mont Ventoux

Our Love Affair with Mont Ventoux

by | May 31, 2019 | , | 0 Comments

We admit we can hardly mention France or Provence without the thought of Mont Ventoux crossing our minds. It stars in our dreams at night and it makes our legs ache with anticipation to think of riding to the summit of this Giant of Provence. The sufferfest that is...
Our Top 5 Sights in Vaison-la-Romaine

Our Top 5 Sights in Vaison-la-Romaine

by | May 3, 2019 | , | 1 Comment

One of our favorite corners of Provence and the Rhone Valley – and there are many – is Vaison la Romaine. This small town lies in the shadow of Mont Ventoux or the Giant of Provence and is an overnight stop on most of our Provence tours. The ancient...
A Season for Hope

A Season for Hope

by | Apr 22, 2019 | , , | 0 Comments

Watching the roof of Notre Dame burn this week left us feeling homesick. The strange thing is we’re American but France and Paris have always been a central part of our lives and we felt like we wanted to be there with the rest of France to mourn the...
Our Favorite Post-Ride Grub

Our Favorite Post-Ride Grub

by | Feb 27, 2019 | , , , , , | 0 Comments

If you’re like us, one of the motivational factors to taking on a long ride is getting to eat guilt-free. After burning all those calories, eating a pizza in Siena while watching the horses race sounds not just delicious but utterly satisfying. Over the years, we’ve found a few...
Bike Tours for People Who Don’t Ride

Bike Tours for People Who Don’t Ride

by | Jan 16, 2019 | , | 0 Comments

Are we crazy? Likely. Are we passionate about bike tours. Definitely. We want to share that passion with you. Even if you think you hate to ride bikes. We think we can convince even the most anti-cycling person that a bike tour is a fun way to vacation! Read...
Our 2019 Resolutions

Our 2019 Resolutions

by | Dec 26, 2018 | , , | 0 Comments

“The new year stands before us, like a chapter in a book, waiting to be written.” -Melody Beattie As the new year looms, we’ve been reflecting on what we’ll write in our next chapter. 2019 is sure to be an exciting year full of friends, family and bikes! This...
The 2018 Gift Guide for Cyclists

The 2018 Gift Guide for Cyclists

by | Dec 13, 2018 | , | 0 Comments

We get it. Your loved one who is super passionate about bikes is impossible to buy for. He or she buys everything they want or you have no idea what to get them. We can help! Below are a few hand-picked items that we love and think your cycling...
What We’re Thankful For: Family, Travel & Bikes

What We’re Thankful For: Family, Travel & Bikes

by | Nov 19, 2018 | , | 0 Comments

Next week we celebrate Thanksgiving in America. For many, it’s a season filled with gratitude and love. We try to remember what and who we’re thankful for. Even though this is certainly something we should practice in our daily lives throughout the year, this season does seem to make...
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