Journaling While On Tour

February 20, 2008 by Darren Alff · 1 Comment 

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If you’re planning a bicycle tour, then this is an excellent time to start a journal.
When you’re on tour, you’re going to have a million thoughts running through your head at any given moment. Many of these thoughts will be about finding food, water, and lodging… but then there will be times when you can [...]

The Top 8 Websites For Booking A Flight For Your Next Bicycle Adventure

February 14, 2008 by Darren Alff · 1 Comment 

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Many bicycle adventures begin with a trip by plane. So if you’re looking for a great deal on a one-way, round-trip, or multi-stop flight for your next bike trip, I’ve put together a list of the eight best websites for booking a flight online.
VAYAMA – Specializing in international flights, Vayama is an excellent resource for [...]

Using Your Bicycle Tour To Learn A New Language

February 4, 2008 by Darren Alff · 2 Comments 

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Are you planning a bicycle tour outside of your home country? In a place where they don’t speak your native language? If so, don’t fret! This is going to be fun! And you might just learn a new language in the process!
This past summer I traveled overseas for the first time in my life and [...]

When The Weather Gets Bad And You’re Forced Inside

February 1, 2008 by Darren Alff · Leave a Comment 

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It’s the first of February and the snow is falling fast. As much as I want to get out on my bike and stretch my legs, the streets are covered in snow and ice and riding now would be nearly impossible.
But just like when I’m on a bicycle tour and the weather gets bad, I [...]