Category: Destination Guides
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Amsterdam Crowned Europe’s Cycling Capital – Again!
Hi Reader,Ahhh…Imagine strolling through European cities without the summer crowds, sipping hot cocoa as you watch the Northern Lights dance across Arctic skies, or savoring the harvest season in wine countries around the world. September is that magical sweet spot – where summer’s warmth lingers but fall’s coziness starts to embrace us.If you’re planning a…
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San Sebastian – Europe’s Best Kept Secret for Outdoor Enthusiasts
When planning a European getaway, many travelers picture the bustling streets of Paris, the historic landmarks of Rome, or the picturesque canals of Amsterdam. But if you’re an outdoor enthusiast looking for a unique experience, San Sebastian in the Basque Country (Northern Spain) should be at the top of your list. Tucked between the mountains…
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Scandinavia – Where Bikes Come First
By Jess Monson – Cycle Cities Blogger Travelling around Scandinavia one could be fooled into thinking that cars were obsolete and pedestrians second class citizens. Everywhere you go there are signs that cyclists take precedence. Row upon row of bike racks inhabit any spare piece of pavement. Mountains of bicycles of all shapes, styles and…
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Cantabria to the Basque
Northern Spain is incredible for cycling. In August 2015, myself and 2 friends rented bikes from Iberocycle, and planned, with their help, an amazing route through Basque Country. Starting in Santander, we followed 20 km of rolling hills, and another 20km of former rail line, now turned cycle track. The afternoon was spent ascending the…