Prague offers classic European charm, with lower prices and fewer crowds than top-billed capital cities. Compact and comfortable, Prague is perfect to visit for a short city break, during a week in the Czech Republic, or on a longer trip including nearby cities like Budapest, Vienna, Warsaw, Berlin or Munich. ...
Want to ride long smooth roads with rolling hills in gorgeous countryside at a well-run cycling event? Saddle up your bike and head to Kentucky’s bluegrass region for the Horsey Hundred....
We’ve visited Grand Cayman Island more frequently than any other Caribbean destination. From cruise ships and during weeklong stays. You can relax your entire visit on its famous Seven-Mile Beach or pursue adventure along the coast or inland....
Martin surprised me with a six-day cycling trip to Hawaii’s Big Island for my 60th birthday. What a great way to start a new decade – riding a bicycle in paradise! Founded in 1979, Backroads claims to be “The world’s #1 active travel company” and offers worldwide trips with biking, walking, hiking, camping, cruising and combinations of multiple sports....
If you’re looking for the bike ride of a lifetime, this is it. Vermont’s Island Line Rail Trail, formerly known as the Burlington Bikeway, stretches 14 glorious miles from end to end starting in Burlington’s Oakledge Park and ending on Martin Road in South Hero....
“Hey Mister! Are those ski poles?” “Daddy, why is that man carrying metal sticks?” So, what does my nephew have to do with this post? He grew up to become an accomplished ultra marathoner, trail runner and amazing athlete. Some of his races are 100 miles over steep terrain. And he finishes under 24 hours. Yet, one day I took him on a leisurely eight-mile hike and he was amazed at how nimble and fast I traversed the trail. I even had to hold the outdoor juggernaut’s hand to help...
Visiting Caribbean islands fills my heart and soul with joy. Unless I missed a few spots with my sunscreen. Even then, the burn stings less when I look across the sea or sip an exotic drink from a hollowed out coconut dressed with pineapple slice ears, cherry eyes and a tiny pink umbrella....
I get lots of questions as an electric assist bike rider. Here are answers to the most frequently asked questions to help shed some light on this technology. ...
Lucerne, Switzerland will always be one of my favorite European cities. Its core of well-preserved medieval history exists in harmony with modern architecture, business and the arts. Its location on Lake Lucerne with snow-capped mountains surrounding the town is truly picture perfect. We were surprised to discover how many photos we took during our three days. Around every corner we discovered another idyllic photo opp. If you’re going to travel Europe, Lucerne is a must-see....
Every spring, more than 1,000 cyclists from all over the country come together for the three-day Cycle North Carolina (CNC) Coastal Ride. 2017 marked the 14th annual Coastal Ride. It was our sixth time making the bike trip, and just as much fun as ever....