Finding travel and health insurance for bicycle touring is a bumpy ride. Reading through the long policy documents and figuring out any possible situation where the coverage might not work always gives me a headache. Last year, when I quit my job (again) to travel by bike and work as […]
Is SafetyWing good insurance for bicycle touring? Learn from my Mistakes Czytaj dalej
Whether you’re an experienced cyclist or a first-time bike traveller, you should consider the Netherlands as your next destination. In 2020, I spent two weeks bicycle touring in the Netherlands and was struck by how easy it was to navigate the well-designed bicycle paths and how friendly the locals were.
Cycling in the Netherlands – Practical bike touring guide Czytaj dalej
Are you a cycling newbie who wants to start bicycle touring and is looking for easy routes without massive climbs and many cars? I’ve got you covered! In this article, I have described 5 easy routes around Europe – all of them beginner-friendly, with good infrastructure and easy to navigate.
5 Easy cycling routes in Europe – Cycling Holidays for Beginners Czytaj dalej
If you’re planning a long bicycle tour, you might’ve considered combining it with volunteering. It’s an opportunity to take a break from cycling, to better get to know the local culture, make personal connections and contribute and make a difference in the world. During my three-month-long bicycle tour through Europe,
How to Combine Bicycle Touring with Volunteering Czytaj dalej
Do you want to bring better photos from your bicycle tour that will bring back memories when you look at them in 20 years? It’s not as difficult as it seems. Learn the tricks to take your bike touring photography to the next level! This article is not for photography
How to take better bike touring photos Czytaj dalej
Bicycle touring is egalitarian and inclusive – you don’t need to be a cyclist or a gym hero to start travelling by bike. Plenty of people who never were into cycling managed to travel the world by bike. But some training is crucial to prepare for a bicycle tour, especially
How to train for a bicycle tour? Czytaj dalej
After many years of relying only on power banks during my cycling trips, I decided to finally become more self-sufficient and buy a solar panel. Is a solar panel a good way to charge your electronics on a bicycle tour? Which one should you buy? In this article, I will help
Solar panel for bicycle touring – is it a good way to charge your electronics? Czytaj dalej
You might have already read those summaries of best touring bikes crammed with specs that say nothing to you and bikes that all look the same. How the hell are you supposed to know if you need 26 or 27.5’’ wheels, or what a gear ratio is? Do you even
Nie tylko rowery trekkingowe. Jak wybrać rower na podróż? Czytaj dalej
Not sure what to get for Christmas for your adventurous friends and family? Maybe my list of gifts for outdoorsy people will help! I come from a very outdoorsy family where everyone likes hiking, camping or cycling. Under our Christmas tree, you will always find some outdoor gear or books
17 Christmas Gift Ideas for Outdoorsy People Czytaj dalej
Are you dreaming about a bicycle journey but your friends and family members don’t share your enthusiasm about travelling by bike? Read my tips on finding a companion for a bicycle tour. Why consider teaming up with another cyclist for your trip? Two people can do more than one. I
Jak znaleźć towarzysza na wyprawę rowerową? Czytaj dalej
After years of travelling solo, I can say that the world is not as scary as the news likes to present it. But risks and dangers still exist. Is it a good idea to travel with pepper spray? In what situations is pepper spray good for self-defence, and how to
Ever since I was little, I dreamt of taking a Swiss train and travelling to the Alps. See the Matterhorn, experience the Almleben, get stuffed with fondue and stare at the bridges, passes and peaks through the window. The dream came through, first in 2010 when I spent four months in Switzerland working
Interrail in Switzerland. Can you travel cheaply by train in Switzerland? Czytaj dalej
During the brutal communist regime of Enver Hoxha, Albania was the most isolated and inaccessible country in Europe. For four decades, tourists couldn’t visit this little Balkan country, shrouded in an aura of mystery. It remains an off-the-beaten-track destination, but more and more foreigners make it to Albania to discover
The Journey through History – Visiting Communist Sites in Albania Czytaj dalej
Remote working is becoming more and more popular. Although it has many benefits, combining work and travel can be more challenging than the Internet makes it look. Especially if you travel by bike. I have dreamt of the freedom of living on my bike and taking my work with me,
Working Remotely while Bicycle Touring – Challenges of Digital Nomad Lifestyle Czytaj dalej
One of the most scenic roads in Switzerland, the Furka Pass rises to 2,429 metres. Featured in the James Bond movie Goldfinger, it’s been attracting motorists, motorcyclists, and cyclists from all over the world. But visiting the Furka Pass is not only about driving tight hairpins. Read this guide to
Driving Furka Pass – one of the most iconic roads in Europe Czytaj dalej
Located on the peripheries, Korçë rarely makes it to the list of the best places to visit in Albania. The competition is hard. The museum cities of Berat and Gjirokaster, the sunny beach towns by the Adriatic, and the wild Accursed Mountains – Albania has simply too many tourist attractions.
Atrakcje w Korczy - najbardziej niedocenionym mieście w Albanii Czytaj dalej
One of my favourite parts of solo bicycle touring is staying with locals. The human connection and the kindness of strangers make travelling solo enriching and unique. But how to find a local host on your tour? What are the best alternatives to Couchsurfing and Warmshowers? Why should you stay
Staying with locals on a bicycle tour – Warmshowers, Couchsurfing and alternatives Czytaj dalej
Untouched by mass tourism, Albania is one of the best European destinations for outdoor lovers. With rugged and unexplored mountains and stunning Adriatic coast, this Balkan country offers plenty of fun for the wild souls, from rafting, through bird watching to backcountry skiing. If you’re looking for ideas for adventurous
Najlepsze aktywności w Albanii Czytaj dalej
Malta, a tiny island on the Mediterranean, has a lot to offer for a tourist. Yet, more than visiting the epic fortified town of Mdina or sunbathing with a view of the azure waters of the Blue Lagoon, I enjoy a stroll among the old houses, chasing the most unusual
Condom, Rest My Aching Back, and Dar Dartumi – The most bizarre house names in Malta Czytaj dalej
While most people travel to the Maramures region of Romania to experience its peaceful and serene rural life, visiting The Memorial of the Victims of Communism and of the Resistance in Sighetu Marmației is a sombre experience. The former prison is a testimonial of the darkest pages in Romania’s modern history. In
The internet will tell you everything about idyllic Maltese beaches, stunning architecture and sunny weather. While this is all true, it’s only part of the reality on this tiny Mediterranean island. Malta is full of surprises, contradictions and paradoxes. Let me present you with a list of 10 things that
10 surprising facts about Malta Czytaj dalej
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