Bike holiday or holiday with a bike, for a few rides through breathtaking landscapes: three destinations that will surprise you. 1. Azores Islands: São Miguel Isolated in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, the Azores are islands of volcanoes and lush nature, a paradise for nature lovers. São Miguel, accessible by plane from Lisbon, isContinue reading “Bike holidays: three unconventional destinations”
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The wonders of Chios: a guide to the authentic Greece
The scent of mastic, the sound of cicadas, unspoiled beaches, turquoise waters blending with the green of lentisk trees: a journey through the authentic Chios. LEGGI L’ARTICOLO IN ITALIANO QUI Those who know me, know. Those who don’t know me, will soon find out. Greece is my greatest love. Sometimes I take detours, but IContinue reading “The wonders of Chios: a guide to the authentic Greece”
Cycling in the Canary Islands: the ultimate guide for a warm Winter holiday
Leggi l’articolo in Italiano qui. Which Isla Canaria is the best? Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria or Fuerteventura? Is it better to ride on the Teide or Pico de las Nieves? All your questions are answered in this maxi guide to your next winter ride in summer kit! Having visited all Canary Islands and having riddenContinue reading “Cycling in the Canary Islands: the ultimate guide for a warm Winter holiday”
China Volume II: Sichuan, Hunan and Shanghai
Puoi leggere l’articolo in italiano qui. When a trip comes to an end and I am ready to fly back home, I always say goodbye and promise to be back soon, but I rarely keep the promise. For once, I did it. Last year I enjoyed a beautiful trip in the Shanxi region and inContinue reading “China Volume II: Sichuan, Hunan and Shanghai”
Cycling in Sri Lanka: gravel paths, scenic roads and wild elephants
If you are looking for an unusual cycling holiday destination where to combine bikes and sightseeing, then this post is for you! You probably never thought of Sri Lanka as a cycling holiday destination, neither I did. Back in March I had some days off and I wanted two things: explore new places and ride.Continue reading “Cycling in Sri Lanka: gravel paths, scenic roads and wild elephants”
Col du Galibier and Alpe d’Huez in one weekend, let’s go!
A couple of days in the French Alps are well enough to tackle down two of the most epic climbs in cycling: time to climb Galibier and Alpe d’Huez! To some newer to cycling, they may sound like familiar names, but to the ones growing up with cycling, watching endless Tour de France stages onContinue reading “Col du Galibier and Alpe d’Huez in one weekend, let’s go!”
Colombia: 2-weeks itinerary to discover the most famous landmarks
On the road trip: 2-weeks itinerary to discover Colombia most famous landmarks
Beijing calling!
What to know, what to see and what you can’t miss while visiting Beijing, including an excursion in the Shanxi region. My Winter days in Beijing start under the red flags of Tiananmen Square, the massive epicenter of the city, extending for almost 900 meters and finishing there where the Forbidden City begins. My visitContinue reading “Beijing calling!”
Uzbekistan: from Khiva to Tashkent
Puoi leggere il racconto in italiano qui. An on the road trip along the Silk Road through opulent architectures, majolica tiles, desert, mountains and Soviet brutalism Impressive, massive, opulent. Uzbekistan cultural heritage is colossal. Placed in the Silk Road nodal point and therefore crossroad of goods and merchants and bridge across Europe and Asia, UzbekistanContinue reading “Uzbekistan: from Khiva to Tashkent”
Three Winter cycling destinations that will make you happy
I love cycling, but I love it a bit more when my nose doesn’t freeze. Some people like Winter and cold temperatures, I do not. I am a summer girl, I can stand incredibly hot temperatures, the August heat and the burning sun, but as soon as the temperatures start dropping my legs refuse toContinue reading “Three Winter cycling destinations that will make you happy”
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