Florence, the crown jewel of Tuscany, is a destination that you simply must experience. With its unparalleled art, UNESCO sites, exquisite cuisine, and breathtaking surroundings, Florence isn’t just a trip—it’s a journey into the heart of history and culture. Now is the time to visit, while the magic is alive and waiting for you to...Read More
Best Local Restaurants in Puglia Italy Welcome to Puglia, Italy’s hidden gem. Nestled in the heel of Italy’s boot, this region is a paradise for food lovers. Puglia, also known as Apulia, is a culinary treasure trove. It’s a place where food is a celebration of life, tradition, and local bounty. From the whitewashed hill...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? How is private guided travel different from a group tour? We’ll break it down, the way Pure Adventures defines it, so you can see why privately guided is the premier...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
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
May 1, 2020: Aspen, Colorado Many of you have probably never heard of the Roaring Fork Valley. To be honest, until I moved here 12 years ago, neither had I. I can remember the exact moment I arrived in the valley. I’d been living in Denver and was familiar with the many nearby ski areas...Read More
