The Ancient City of Bratislava Located on the beautiful river Danube, a mere 60 km east of Vienna, Austria, the ancient city of Bratislava welcomes visitors with a mixture of traditional Slavic charm and modern marvels. Diversity is the cornerstone of this lovely city, which has been influenced over the centuries by many different cultures and peoples, from the Austrians, Czechs and Germans to the Hungarians, Jews and Slovaks. The result...Read More
Located in Esztergom, a city in northern Hungary that is 46 km north-west of Budapest, sits the magnificent Cathedral at Esztergom, or Esztergom Basilica, which has long been a focal point of visitors and locals alike. Once the capital of Hungary, Esztergom itself is ideally located on the right bank of the enchanting River Danube, giving the entire area an air of magic and ancient charm. Both the church, and the very...Read More
East Flanders Magnificent Villages One of just three regions in Belgium, East Flanders is made up of six districts. This area is a pleasure to visit, with rolling hills making way for friendly villages lined with lovely old houses and quaint cobblestone streets. Whether it’s your first time visiting or your fiftieth, you’re sure to feel right at home amidst the welcoming locals and the peaceful atmosphere that makes East Flanders...Read More
5 Towns to Cycle through in Umbria The Italian region of Umbria happens to be one of the smallest in the country. What it lacks in size it more than makes up for in rich history and unique personality. The area’s intriguing past dates back to the Dark Ages and is wrought with medieval mystery, still evident today. Ancient castles, watchtowers and fortresses dot the landscape of rolling hills and...Read More
Insights into New Croatia Tour Our company president just returned from a visit to our new Croatia tour and wants to share some additional information with our readers: Croatia is a small and very long country; mostly made up of coastline all the way along the Adriatic from near Trieste in the north to far south until the border with Montenegro. Croatia is an odd shaped country but when people think...Read More
5 Best Cols to Climb in France It’s certainly no secret that the country of France boasts some of the most beautiful and captivating landscapes on earth. It also happens to be home to some of the world’s most incredible bike adventures, perhaps the most famous being the Tour de France. But not everyone is capable of competing in such a grueling race. For those seeking a more manageable climb,...Read More
3 Towns to Visit in Western Ireland The country of Ireland has more to offer than shamrocks and frothy brew, although there is certainly plenty of that to go around. Ireland is a destination filled with beauty, adventure and cultural discovery. From rolling hills and peaceful pastures to ancient buildings that have withstood the test of time, and some of the warmest, most welcoming locals around, Ireland is a place you...Read More
Cesky Krumlov – One of Czech’s Oldest Villages Located in the South Bohemian region of the Czech Republic, the tiny town of Cesky Krumlov happens to be one of Czech’s oldest villages – and one of its most beautiful. What it lacks in size and youth, it more than makes up for in charm and personality. Cesky Krumlov is home to a number of fascinating and memorable sites, from an ancient...Read More
5 Towns to Cycle through in Umbria The Italian region of Umbria happens to be one of the smallest in the country. What it lacks in size it more than makes up for in rich history and unique personality. The area’s intriguing past dates back to the Dark Ages and is wrought with medieval mystery, still evident today. Ancient castles, watchtowers and fortresses dot the landscape of rolling hills and...Read More
