As Europe’s active travel leader, Pure Adventures Self Guided Travel is excited to announce two new-for-2013 itineraries in Switzerland. The first is a guided opportunity for a maximum of 20 VIP guests who will partake of the festivities surrounding Tour de Suisse (Switzerland), a less-frenzied event than Tour de France but, according to Loren Siekman, founder of Pure Adventures, “more accessible and equally exciting.” Watch behind the scenes footage from a...Read More
The History of Valentine’s Day How did Valentine’s Day become one of the most romantic days around the world? Many participants are unaware of how February 14th came to be the “day of love”. Its origins date back to the ancient Roman Empire when February 15th began the festival called “Feast of Lupercalia” which honored the Roman God of Agriculture. A custom followed the Feast to bring young boys and girls...Read More
Meet Bo Lohmann, our guide in Spain. Bo has lived in Spain since 1999 and began working with Pure Adventures Self Guided Travel in 2010. In this Postcard from Spain, he shares with us his favorite Spanish recipes, wines and sights (plus tells us the real reason why he always travels with a Swiss Army knife). Where is your favorite place to eat? In Spain’s interior, Restaurant La Plaça, Madremanya is...Read More
It’s natural to be nervous about your first multi-day cycling European cycling vacation. Here, Pure Adventure Self Guided Travel guides and fans share their travel tips for having a fun and memorable holiday. Ride before your vacation Worried about being physically fit for your European cycling vacation? Loren Siekman, Pure Adventures’ Chief Adventurer advises the best way to avoid this fear is to ride at home prior to coming. “The confidence...Read More
5 Foods to Try in Burgundy The French region of Burgundy offers visitors a little bit of everything in one breathtaking destination. Teeming with rich history and vibrant culture and boasting beautiful landscapes just waiting to be explored and discovered, Burgundy provides all the charm and elegance that the world has come to expect from the country of France. But beyond all of the quaint villages, exciting events and...Read More
Meet Luka Poznic. Luka is one of our experienced bicycle tour guides in Croatia. Luka was born is the former Yugoslavia (now a region of 7 picturesque countries). When he isn’t helping Pure Adventures guests during their travels, he spends most of his time between Slovenian Alps and the blue Croatian Adriatic. Preferably on bike, on foot or sailing… Where is your favorite place to bicycle in Croatia? The sideways of...Read More
Tiny Pienza is packed with history. Widely regarded as the “ideal” city of the Renaissance, Pope Pius II transformed the Italian village he was born in, into his vision of a perfect city. The Pope used his influence and affluence (assisted by architect Bernardo il Rossellino and humanist Leon Battista Alberti) to build a group of Renaissance inspired structures that are among the most photographed in Italy. Added to UNESCO’s World...Read More
Be a happier, healthier and – dare we say – better looking cyclist by making these six New Year’s Resolutions. Resolve to be Happier Eliminate electronics. If you’re training for a Pure Adventures tour, an epic mountain bike race, or your first century ride, chances are you have a training plan you’re trying to stick to. This year, choose one ride each month to leave the cycling computer at home and...Read More
Struffoli – An Italian Holiday Favorite! You don’t have to be in Italy to enjoy a tradition Christmas dessert; although I know we all would like to be there. Struffoli is a Neapolitan dish made of deep fried balls of dough about the size of marbles. It is also a favorite gastronomic treat following Christmas day dinner among guests. Struffoli are crunchy on the outside and light inside. They are mixed...Read More
