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, […]
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Forests inhabited by brown bears, raw mountains resembling Dolomites, and barely a trace of tourism – it’s not how you imagine Greece, is it? Up north, you will find the best-kept Hellenic secret: the Pindus Mountains – an extraordinary cycling destination most people never heard of. With empty roads, quaint
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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
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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,
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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You don’t talk ill about the dead. The authors of the colourful graves in Romanian Săpânța disregard this rule. With dark humour and incredible directness, they disclose people’s flaws and describe how they died. Welcome to the Merry Cemetery – a graveyard with no taboos, where death is a topic
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Cycling tours are a great way to explore new places and get some exercise. But after spending a lot of time on your bike, getting a good night’s sleep is crucial. A good tent is one of the most essential pieces of gear. There are a lot of different tents
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