Cycling Holidays
Cycle into Scandinavia this summer
Scandinavia conjures up many images: from magnificent fjords cutting into mountains, cascading waterfalls, endless fir forests and crystal-clear waters, to historical towns, cobbled streets and towering fortresses.
Make unforgettable tracks in the snow in Samoens this winter
Experience an active holiday with a difference this winter with a trip to stunning Samoens in the French Alps.
The ultimate guide to the best cycling hotspots by ferry
Ferry routes offer keen cyclists a great opportunity to explore new landscapes from the comfort of their own bike.
Ultimate Cycling with David Millar at Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel in Mallorca
Jumeirah Port Soller Hotel & Spa has teamed up with David Millar to host a series of ultimate cycling weekends this year
Enjoy the Tour-de-France from your luxury chalet in Morzine
Summer in the French Alps is always a star attraction but in 2016 there's an event that's drawing even more attention to this beautiful region.
Garmin Edge Explore 1000 - A GPS bike computer for touring and adventure
The Garmin Edge Explore 1000 is an easy-to-use GPS bike computer with cycling-specific maps and points of interest.
Taiwan on two wheels
Taiwan provides one of the world's most beautiful backdrops for both competitive and leisure cycling. As a large mountainous island, the cycling routes are scenic and endless, it's no surprise the sport is a national obsession and the country boasts a friendly, local bike culture.
Cheer on Team Sky in the French Pyrenees in 2015
Following the spectacular success of Team Sky in winning ‘Le Tour’ in 2012 and 2013 and the continuation of ‘bike mania’ as Team GB cleaned up at the London Olympics, L’Ancienne Poste, a luxurious ski lodge owned by English cycling enthusiast James Dealtry, located in the village of Avajan in the French Pyrenees, has put together a unique ‘Tour de France’ trip for 2015.
Opt for two wheels to see Mallorca at its best
From domestic travellers to visitors from overseas, it seems that everyone is planning to enjoy a spot of Spanish sunshine this year. According to the Alliance for Tourism Excellence (Exceltur), GDP was up 3.5% during Q1 2015, due mainly to a 10% rise in demand from Spanish travellers during January and February.
Time to get back in the saddle: Cycling in the Cultural Heart of Germany
Not a beach bum? Bit of an active type? The Cultural Heart of Germany region of Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt and Thuringia might be the right summer holiday destination for you then, offering thousands of miles of cycling trails - off the beaten track and with the added bonus of cultural sites and picturesque towns along the way.
Cycling on the rise in Asia
Far East specialists Bamboo Travel have noticed a rise in demand for cycling day trips on their bespoke tours of Asia. Their intrepid clients are increasingly keen on exploring rural areas in a more intimate, personal and relaxed way – and keep fit at the same time.
Mountain biking - The new everything
We have all got used to the idea that grey is the new black and that chicken tikka masala is the new staple meal, but the idea that mountain biking has become the new golf takes a bit more getting used to.
Go the distance on Exmoor this spring and try one of its long distance trails
Celebrating the recent of announcement of an injection of £637,050 Government funding into West Somerset's Steam Coast Trail, Visit Exmoor looks at some of its other well-known Trails that provide a breath-taking network of multi—user paths for walkers, cyclists, runners and in many cases wheelchair users.
Get on your (free) bike in the New Forest
If you’ve started the New Year with an intention to get back into shape, then why not enjoy a short break to Cottage Lodge in the New Forest which is offering free bike hire to guests to explore the forest?
La Manga Club offers smooth winter ride for cycling fans
The popularity of road cycling in the UK continues to soar and bike fans are being invited to swap pot holes and puddles for sunshine and smooth tarmac at Spain's La Manga Club with the resort's new Winter Sunshine Cycling Breaks, starting from €292 (£230 approx) per person for a four-night package.