When you think of Italy, what comes to mind? Perhaps it’s the iconic landmarks of Rome or the romantic canals of Venice. But there’s a hidden gem that’s worth exploring, especially in the fall. Welcome to Piedmont, a region tucked away in the northwest corner of Italy! In the fall, Piedmont transforms into a vibrant...Read More
Welcome to the world of truffles, a culinary gem that has captivated food enthusiasts for centuries. These elusive fungi, buried beneath the soil in select European regions, are a gastronomic delight. They’re prized for their unique aroma and flavor, transforming ordinary dishes into extraordinary culinary experiences. But where can you find the best truffle spots...Read More
“Where can I do a Fall self-guided bike tour in Europe?” Does this sound like you or your recent internet search? When the summer heat and crowds are winding down and the days slipping into soft light, you might just find the ideal time of year to do a self guided bike tour! Or perhaps...Read More
What are Privately Guided Tours? While you may be familiar with guided group tours and self-guided travel, what does a privately guided tour actually mean? We’ll break it down, the way Pure Adventures defines it, so you can see why privately guided is the premier travel option for you, your family, or you and your small...Read More
A visit to Italy’s nearby island of Sardinia would not be complete without exploring the many wineries found on this island. Home to beautiful beaches and crystal-blue water, miles of coastline, and jagged rock formations, Sardinia’s natural landscape creates the perfect environment for its booming viticulture and vinification – growing unique wine grapes and the...Read More
Here at Pure Adventures, we have been watching travel trends for a long time – it’s what we do, and it’s safe to say that Slovenia is the “new Croatia,” an undiscovered gem similar to Croatia circa 2010. (Think gorgeous scenery, delicious cuisine, and a destination not yet completely overrun with tourists.) Simply put, if...Read More
Always Be Planning! Your next self-guided bike tour vacation, that is! “My husband and I have done 3 self-guided tours (Cordoba-Granada, Puglia, and Normandy) and we convinced another couple to join us for 2 of them. We’re now planning 3 more! Every trip was perfect beyond expectations – great routes, charming hotels, excellent staff support...Read More
While many of our self-guided cycling tours in Spain wind their way through the trails and paths throughout the country, away from the bustle of the urban areas, summer in Spain is a busy time of year. It’s the peak travel season for many Europeans who flock to Spain’s soft sand beaches for rest and...Read More
Updated 11/22/2021: Pure Adventures is following health and safety guidelines specifically created for the adventure tourism industry, provided by the Adventure Travel Trade Association, and created in collaboration with Cleveland Clinic. More information is available from the ATTA. Due to recent changes impacting the travel industry, we would like to address some new guidelines (below)...Read More
Re-opening of borders and the conversations for travel are starting to happen! We think it is time to take down our Covid cancel policy and start to talk about the future of travel. While we understand some people will not be ready to travel for a while still, many are ready to go now. Travel...Read More
