10 Great Gifts for Cyclists

Posted on November 26, 2019 - 9:54 am by keith_ritter

At Trek Travel, our team is passionate about discovering unbeatable destinations by bike. Whether we are riding to work or cycling some of the most famous climbs in the world, we rely on great gear to keep us safe, moving, and fueled. We talked to our team of travelers and cyclists to pull together our holiday gift guide, which includes our choices for the best gifts for cyclists.

Ornot Handlebar Bag Mini

Securely stash a phone, snacks, wallet, or keys with the aid of Ornot’s Handlebar Bag Mini. This durable and discreet bag is made from cordura canvas, lined with waterproof nylon fabric, and shaped using lightweight plastic.

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Bontrager Bike Lights

Bike lights are a safety essential for cyclists, day or night. That’s why Bontrager makes a range of ultra-bright, all-weather head and taillights to make sure riders can see and be seen out on the roads at any time of the day.

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Trek Travel Gift Card

Give your loved ones memories that will last a lifetime with a gift card for a Trek Travel cycling vacation. With a wide range of trip styles and destinations across the globe, there is a perfect bike trip for everyone.

Give the gift of travel >

Bontrager WaveCel Helmets

The WaveCel helmet features revolutionary safety technology to better protect against cycling accidents. Discover a variety of colors and styles designed for road biking, mountain biking, and commuter biking. WaveC

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On Cloudflow

When the miles rack up, stay inspired with this record-breaking shoe. A breathable engineered mesh inner sock keeps feet supported and comfortable. But it’s outside where the real action takes place: 18 Cloud elements on the sole will help to push you forward. Give a gift like no other. Give the gift of speed.

Get moving >

Blackberry Farm Holiday Gift Box

Bring festive flavors of Blackberry Farm, a luxury retreat tucked in the Great Smoky Mountains, to your holiday table with their limited edition 2019 Holiday Farmstead Box. Inside, savor Blackberry Jam, Blackberry Farm Coffee, Olive and Sinclair’s Peppermint Bark, and more delicious treats.

The Holiday Gift Box isn’t currently available, but check out their current collections>

Kate’s Real Food Ultimate Gift Pack

Kate’s Real Food makes six delicious flavors of energy bars using whole-food ingredients. Each one is certified organic, gluten free, non-GMO, Kosher, and sweetened with all-natural honey. Gift a set of each flavor along with a fun winter beanie!

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SILCA Custom Engraved HX-ONE Home Essential Kit

Customize SILCA’s HX-ONE Home Essential Kit to add a personal touch to your cycling-themed holiday gift. This complete set of precision S2 steel hex wrenches and bit drivers is stored in an engraved Beechwood carrying case.

Find the perfect fix >

Trek Travel's best holiday gifts for cyclists

Clif Wine Gift Set

Share a gift basket featuring a curated selection of Clif Family wines and artisan foods. If you are looking for something extra special, create a custom gift set with the help of Clif’s in-house Gift Concierges.

Discover California wine >

Club Peloton

Give the gift of membership to Clif Family Wine’s CLUB PELOTON, which includes the exclusive invitation to an annual ride and lunch along with 6 months of wines. Plus, enjoy special discounts on bike rental and tune-ups with their cycling partner.

Sip and Cycle >

Online Booking Guide

Posted on November 26, 2019 - 9:47 am by keith_ritter

“This is the largest technology project Trek Travel has ever taken on, and I’m stoked at the user experience our guests can enjoy at anytime from anywhere in the world.”
-Mark, Technology Manager at Trek Travel

The team at Trek Travel is always looking for ways to make the guest experience better, more fun, and easier. Starting in November 2019, even the booking process has been upgraded. Now, guests can simply and efficiently book a trip online! Check out the video above to see how quick and easy the process is.

Why is this a major benefit to guests? We talked to the project lead, Mark, to learn more about the new online booking system.

Why was online booking created?

We realized we wanted to create a great user experience through our website that would allow our guests to book one of our vacations anytime of day. We also want to offer a way for our guests to book their vacations in whatever technology they use most. For a lot of people, that means booking online as it has become such a natural extension of purchasing travel.

How will this make the guest experience better?

With the new system, it means we are able to accept bookings 24/7. That allows guests to schedule a trip when it is most convenient for them, whether that be weekends, evenings, or regular business hours. Along with offering the ability to purchase online, we also built out a customer account center. While still in its infancy in terms of features, this account center gives our guests information on trips they have booked with us, travel information, and more. We also have a road map in place to offer more functionality and features in the future to give our guests the best user experience possible both on and offline.

What should guests expect after they have booked online?

After completing the online booking process, guests will receive a confirmation email and within two days, one of our trip consultants will reach out to verify we have all the necessary information and answer any questions the guest may have. After speaking with a trip consultant, guests will receive a final confirmation for their trip. At any point between booking and trip departure, guests can always reach out to our expert trip consultants to get advice, ask questions, or learn additional information about a trip.

Please note that some select trips are so special they cannot be booked online, but our trip consultants are ready to help. It will be noted on the trip page if a trip cannot be booked online.

What are you waiting for?

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Trek Travel Announces 2020 Tour de France Trips – LuxuryTravelAdvisor.com

Posted on November 25, 2019 - 1:18 pm by keith_ritter

As the Official Tour Operator for the tour, Trek Travel will offer behind-the-scenes access to the Trek-Segafredo team, along with VIP race access at key stages throughout the Tour.

Trek Travel provides access to the race’s best moments in person, including the Grand Depart in Nice, exhilarating climbs of Col de la Madeleine, Col des Aravis, Col des Glières and finishes on the Col de la Loze, La Roche sur Foron and the Paris finale.

Read the full article on LuxuryTravelAdvisor.com »

5 Reasons to Visit Croatia

Posted on November 21, 2019 - 10:48 am by keith_ritter

“Croatia is a hidden gem with so much beauty and history. Exploring it by bike allowed me to experience it in the best possible way.”
-Claire, Trek Travel Guest

Croatia and the Dalmatian Coast are some of Europe’s favorite luxury destinations. From Dubrovnik to Korcula to Hvar, there is so much to see and do in this historic and extravagant region. While there are countless draws to come here, discover our top 5 reasons to visit Croatia with Trek Travel.

1. The Adriatic Sea

Brilliant blue and shimmering, the Adriatic Sea will take your breath away. As you cycle along the Dalmatian coast, enjoy stunning views of the water below. Take to the water on a private boat to swim and soak in the sunshine.

2. The Croatian Food

Croatia’s cities have delicious and delightful restaurants to choose from, but heading out into the countryside offers a whole new perspective on the local cuisine. Delight in a traditional Croatian feast at a family-owned “konoba” or taste locally made olive oil and jams at an olive oil mill. Make sure to try some of Croatia’s famous dishes during your visit, including Peka, a meat and vegetable dish that is slowly roasted under a cast iron bell.

3. The History

While walking, biking, and boating, discover the rich history of Croatia’s cities, including Korcula and Hvar. Partake in a walking tour of Korcula to learn more about the many rulers of the city, dating back to Greek rule in 6th century BC, or explore the 16th-century towers in the Hvar harbor as you stroll the chic surrounding town.

4.The Hotels

Soak in the luxury of Croatia’s best accommodations. Walk to Dubrovnik’s Old Town from Hotel Bellevue or enjoy views from the hotel terrace overlooking Miramare Bay. In Korcula, rest your head in a Relais & Châteaux property renovated from an 18th-century bishop’s palace. Relax in a rooftop pool or luxury spa at the boutique Hotel Adriana in Hvar. Each property offers beautiful scenery and exceptional amenities.

5. The Cycling

From lush valleys filled with vineyards, olive groves, and tangerine, fig, or mulberry trees to breathtaking limestone ridges set against the blazing blue of the sea, your senses will be alive while cycling through the natural beauty of Croatia.

What are you waiting for?

Discover our Croatia Bike Tour

Bucket-List Bike Tours – hideawayreport.com

Posted on November 11, 2019 - 1:42 pm by keith_ritter

Tennessee may not jump to mind as a bike travel destination, but if you’re looking to dip a toe in the cycling world from a single luxurious base instead of moving each night, Trek Travel’s trips from Blackberry Farm and Blackberry Mountain, near Knoxville, can’t be beaten.

Serious cyclists have long gravitated to the area for its mix of low-traffic roads, rolling terrain and ferocious climbs. But Trek Travel guests have it easier with high-end e-assist hybrid bikes (or top=end performance road bikes), which carry you along twisting backroads and trails that always return you to your world-renowned hotel.

Read the full article on HideawayReport.com »

Our Guide to the 2020 Tour de France

Posted on November 7, 2019 - 2:40 pm by keith_ritter

Sure, you might not be battling for the yellow jersey or a sprint finish, but join us for a Tour de France bike tour and you’ll definitely feel like a winner. As the official partner of Trek-Segafredo, we’ll ride the stages, watch the big attacks, meet the pros, and drink in the drama. TV just can’t capture the electricity of a race. Luckily, that’s what we’re here for.

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Grand Depart Ultimate

Our trip starts in sunny Provence, with a bucket-list climb up Mont Ventoux. Then it’s on to Nice for the exciting early mountain stages. It’s only the second time that the capital of the French Riviera will play host to the Grand Départ, with the last time being in 1981, and we’ll be there for the heat of the action.

Why you’ll love it:

Experience this year’s TDF featured climbs of Col de Turini and Col d’Eze and climb the iconic Mont Ventoux.

Official VIP Race Access passes to the finish of Stage 2 in Nice and behind the scenes tours with the Trek-Segafredo Team.

Official VIP Race Access Passes to the Departure Village and exclusive Relais Etape hospitality zone access during Stage 1 in Nice.

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Alps to Paris Ultimate

We’ve hand-picked the most luxurious hotels that land us right in the middle of the action. The Alps are the heart and soul of the Tour de France. Whether it’s the classically beautiful Col des Aravis or the thrilling mountaintop finish at Col de la Loze in Méribel, we’ll take you to where the yellow jersey will be lost and won again. We kept the rides on this trip short to be able to make the most of your time experiencing Le Tour. This also makes this trip ideal for non-riding companions.

Why you’ll love it:

Stay at the timeless Parisian landmark, the 5-star Hotel de Crillon, adjacent to the Trek Travel race viewing of the Grand Finale in Paris.

Experience this year’s TDF featured climbs: Cols de la Loze, des Aravis, and des Saisies.

Official VIP Race Access Passes to the open top-bus at the final mountaintop finish of Stage 17 in Méribel Col de la Loze.

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Alps to Paris VIP Access

Challenge your legs to the same history-making climbs as the peloton, all with privileged VIP access to the race. With first-class, professional support, a wealth of local knowledge, and the best bikes in the business, there’s no better way to celebrate the passion and drama of this exhilarating event.

Why you’ll love it:

Experience this year’s TDF featured climbs: Col de la Loze, Col de la Madeleine, and Cols des Aravis, Saisies, and Glières.

Exclusive Pro Team Access and Trek Travel race viewing of the Grand Finale in Paris.

Official VIP Race Access Passes to the open-top bus at the final mountaintop finish of Stage 17 in Méribel Col de la Loze.

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Alpe d’Huez to Paris VIP Access

Whether it’s the classically beautiful Col des Glières or the thrilling sprint finish in La Roche Sur Foron, we’ll take you to where the yellow jersey will be lost and won again. Challenge your legs to the same history-making climbs as the peloton, all with privileged VIP access to the race and an unforgettable ascent up the iconic Alpe d’Huez.

Why you’ll love it:

Rise early to ascend the famous TDF climbs of Alpe d’Huez, Galibier, and Télégraphe.

Enjoy Official VIP race access passes to the exclusive hospitality zone of Stage 17, race viewing at the finish of Stage 18, and exclusive Pro Team Access for the Grand Finale in Paris.

Experience this year’s TDF featured climbs, including Cols des Aravis, Glières, and Fleuries.

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Epic Climbs VIP Access

Join us in the Pyrenees to tackle the thrilling climbs of the Col du Tourmalet, Col du Soulor, and Col d’Aubisque. Follow this with the ride of your life up the Giant of Provence, famous Mont Ventoux. Finally, it’s on to the Alps to witness the tour’s final mountain stages where you and the climbers will test your skills atop the hulking giants of this region: Alpe d’Huez, Col de la Madeleine, Col du Galibier, and Col du Télégraphe.

Why you’ll love it:

Conquer legendary climbs including Alpe d’Huez, Cols de la Madeleine, Galibier, Télégraphe, Ventoux, Tourmalet, Solour, and Aubisque.

Official Race Access VIP passes to the open-top bus at the Stage 17 finish and a ride over the starting line of Stage 18 in Méribel.

Enjoy first-class, fully dedicated VIP support from the Trek Travel team while your ride in style on a full carbon Trek Domane Disc road bike with electronic Di2 shifting.

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Etape du Tour

Tackle sprocket-list climbs like Col de Colmiane, Col de Turini, and Col d’Èze. The best part? You’ll be doing it just a few days after the pros. This year’s route covers Stage 2 of Le Tour, traveling a loop of 110 miles from and back to Nice. A breathtaking stage in the Alpes-Maritimes, the ride features two mountain passes, a climb up to Col d’Èze, and some spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea before crossing the finish line in Nice.

Why you’ll love it:

You’ll take on this milestone with full Trek Travel support, whether you need water, snacks, or just a good, loud cheer up that last climb.

Stay at a perfectly located 4-star hotel in Nice, close to the race start and finish lines.

Nice is positively chic and fabulous all in one. This charming city on the banks of the Cote d’Azur is a world-class destination that beckons vacationers from all over the world.

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The Grand Finish-Paris

It’s no surprise that the party of all parties happens in Paris as The City of Lights’ proud historic landmarks become the background for a spectacular Le Tour finish. Discover the height of French gastronomy, explore famous landmarks, and be in the center of race action when you attend our exclusive Finish Viewing at the prestigious Automobile Club de France.

Why you’ll love it:

See the race from the rooftop terrace or get down to street level and witness the energy of the peloton as it sweeps past at over 30 miles per hour, catapulting another champion toward the podium.

Savor a glass (or two) of champagne in a toast to cycling’s elite.

Spot famous landmarks including the Arc de Triomphe and Champs Élysée.

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“This is the largest technology project Trek Travel has ever taken on, and I’m stoked at the user experience our guests can enjoy at anytime from anywhere in the world.” -Mark, Technology Manager at Trek Travel

Why was online booking created?

How will this make the guest experience better?

What should guests expect after they have booked online?

“Croatia is a hidden gem with so much beauty and history. Exploring it by bike allowed me to experience it in the best possible way.” -Claire, Trek Travel Guest

1. The Adriatic Sea

2. The Croatian Food

3. The History

4.The Hotels

5. The Cycling

Grand Depart Ultimate

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Alps to Paris Ultimate

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Alps to Paris VIP Access

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Alpe d’Huez to Paris VIP Access

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Epic Climbs VIP Access

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Etape du Tour

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The Grand Finish-Paris

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“This is the largest technology project Trek Travel has ever taken on, and I’m stoked at the user experience our guests can enjoy at anytime from anywhere in the world.”
-Mark, Technology Manager at Trek Travel

“Croatia is a hidden gem with so much beauty and history. Exploring it by bike allowed me to experience it in the best possible way.”
-Claire, Trek Travel Guest