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Featured Hotel: Borgo Egnazia

Posted on December 5, 2018 - 3:35 pm by keith_ritter

Borgo Egnazia, the new hotel on our Puglia trip for 2019, is truly a magical place. I had the chance to spend one night last May and even 24 hours on the property was enough to wow me.

The hotel is located in the heart of Puglia, surrounded by ancient olive groves and only steps from the Adriatic Sea. No detail has been spared, from the immaculate décor to the locally inspired food to the incredible hospitality of the staff. One of the draws is the Vair Spa, a top-eight spa in the world by Conde Nest Traveller, so when you get off the bike be sure to treat yourself to something special. I would also highly recommend a yoga session with their Indian Master instructor or an aromatherapy lesson at the spa.

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Our Top 3 Places to Ride in 2019

Posted on December 5, 2018 - 1:13 pm by keith_ritter

Wonder what destinations are on our radar for spring? We’ve got a few we’ve been dreaming about from the comfort of our hot chocolate and onesie pajamas. Soon, when the seasons start to change and winter’s grip is loosened with the first warm breeze, we’re breaking free of our hibernation with these three trips that bring nothing but warmth, sunshine, delicious food and good times.

1. Palm Springs

Known for its beautiful landscape, stunning architecture and storied history of Hollywood glamour, if there’s one word we would use to describe the new Palm Springs it’s “glam,” with a unique mix of both high style and access to world-class natural resources all in one place. On this adventure you’ll visit a river in the desert at the Whitewater Preserve, take a hike into Tahquitz Canyon and spend two full days in the stunning beauty of Joshua Tree National Park. Plus you’ll spend the week settled down at the iconic Colony Palms Hotel. And with restaurants like Workshop Kitchen + Bar right down the street we’re even more tempted to turn our round-trip ticket into a one-way.

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2. Ride Across Italy

Discover the essence of the heartland of Italy as you ride across the rugged misty Apennine mountains and traverse 280 miles and over 24,000 feet in 5 short days. You’ll dip your toes in the Adriatic sea and set out through the enchanting regions of Le Marche, Umbria, Lazio and Tuscany to the Mediterranean coast. Along the way, you’ll indulge in sumptuous cuisines, world-renowned wines, roll through vine-covered landscapes and climb up to the towering tufa mesas of Umbria before you celebrate your journey’s end on the stunning Orbetello peninsula in Tuscany with a sunset cocktail. This is truly the once-in-a-lifetime experience for lovers of all things Italian.

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3. Prague to Vienna

A bicycle is truly the best way to discover the secret forests, charming Baroque palaces, and quiet cobblestone streets of this enchanting Bohemian wonderland. From Prague to Vienna you’ll wind through history, preserved Renaissance towns and countryside laden with dense forests and rolling hills. Take in the sweeping vistas of the lush Danube River Valley as you immerse yourself in the culture, cuisine, and adventure that continue to make Bohemia a favorite for active travelers and cyclists worldwide.

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Picturesque Biking Through Europe – Departures.com

Posted on November 16, 2018 - 10:24 am by keith_ritter

Discover why so many professional cyclists make Girona, Spain their home away from home. In less than 15 minutes you can escape the charming city’s cobblestone streets and find undulating country roads, testing climbs, technical descents of the Pyrenees, and winding roads that hug the shores of the Costa Brava. Year-round sunshine, a rich history pair, and delicious Catalan cuisine have put the region on the radar of non-pros. Trek Travel runs trips for cyclists who want to take in the sights at a leisurely pace as well as those who want to train like a pro.

L’Étape du Tour: One epic day on the bike

Posted on November 13, 2018 - 2:37 pm by keith_ritter

Trek Travel President Tania Burke has ridden the Etape 13 times in a row, and some might say she is an expert in all the best climbs and routes France has to offer. Read on for thoughts and epic photos of her day on the bike and get inspired to tackle this hallowed event yourself.

I have done a few posts about the Etape du Tour. It is such an awesome day on the bike that it deserves another. My husband John and I have done the Etape 13 years in a row and every year is different. Different course, different challenge, different group of friends we convince to ride with us, and different guides. This year was another great day in the Alps as we rode from Annecy over the Col du Bluffy, the Col de La Croix Fry, Montée, Du Plateau Des Gliéres, Col De Romme and finally the Col De La Colombiére and finished in Saint Jean-de-Sixt. If that sounds long, it was and it had around 13,000 feet of climbing (1,000 feet for every year?) But despite the challenge, it was yet another awesome day on the bike. Enjoy some of my photos from the day, and join us this summer for the bucket list event that is L’Étape.

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Escape to Norway

Posted on November 2, 2018 - 3:00 pm by keith_ritter

When the opportunity struck to ride a bike in Norway, nothing prepared me for such a unique cycling experience. Waking up while the fog lifts from the fjord builds the anticipation for the riding ahead of us and one can’t truly know what to expect.

On the bike, the roads perfectly snake their way along the cliffs and fjords in truly one of the most idyllic and serene settings to pedal through. Around every curve is a new scene that left us silenced and with a true sense of wonder that set in as we embraced the surroundings. The monumental days ended perfectly right back on the fjord in the quaint, historical villages as we reminisced about the day over fine local cuisine and tried to imagine what the next day might entail.

Words and photos by Trip Designer Michael Moreland

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The Top 3 Reasons Our Guides Are the Best in the Business

Posted on October 26, 2018 - 2:41 pm by keith_ritter

Your guides are passionate about cycling and about showing you their favorite corners of the word by bicycle. They’re trained to make your trip an experience of a lifetime and WOW you every step of the way. Here’s our top three reasons why they’ll really knock your socks off.

1. Your guides are Certified Mechanics
Certified mechanics on a cycling tour? This may seem like a given, but your guides are leading the industry with their mechanical expertise. From properly fitting you on your bike before the first ride to fixing flat tires, broken chains and making minor adjustments. Your guides are always around to fix your bike, or talk about Trek’s latest technology and innovation.

2. Your guides are also Chefs, Storytellers, and Geologists
Your Trek Travel guides wear many hats over the course of your trip. They’re chefs, able to prepare the most bountiful and delicious picnics you’ve ever seen along with the most savory snack tables when you need it most. They’re historians, able to tell you facts, myths, and anecdotes about the region you’re riding in. And they’re Geologists, able to discuss the landscapes and formations you pedal past.

3. Your guides look after every detail
From the moment you’re picked up at your meeting location, to the moment you say goodbye, your guides will look after every detail. When you walk out of your hotel room after a good night’s sleep, your bikes are set up, your Garmin is fully charged and loaded with the day’s route, your Flare R is charged and ready and your water bottles are fully filled. They can make massage appointments after a long ride, or reserve your spot on a local excursion. Even when you have a night to explore on your own, your guides will provide you with the best local recommendations for food and entertainment.

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Why Your Winter Cycling Trip Should Be in Tucson – AFAR.com

Posted on October 26, 2018 - 10:08 am by keith_ritter

At Tucson’s northeast corner, Mount Lemmon is a dream ride for many serious road cyclists and has long been a training destination for Tour de France racers who need sustained two- to four-hour climbs at a 5 to 6 percent grade. A winding, 20-mile road rises 5,500 feet from the rocky cactus desert to a University of Arizona astronomical observatory surrounded by ponderosa pines. The reward for conquering that grind is a gripping 30-minute descent.

Perhaps an even better road ride is the 10-mile rollercoaster of a loop through Saguaro National Park East. The road is one-way for cars, meaning riders can focus on the sharp, curving descents rather than oncoming traffic. Also notable among dozens of other world-class rides in the area is the rolling, 40-mile out-and-back route to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, which stretches up and over Gates Pass and features extensive views of the city. Trek Travel offers a five-day Tucson Ride Camp (from $1,299) that explores a handful of the region’s best road routes and culminates in an ascent of Mount Lemmon.

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Gutenberg: Columns

Posted on October 24, 2018 - 11:54 am by keith_ritter

2 columns

This is a 2-column layout, just trying some things out to see how it goes. Each column should have enough padding to breathe a little bit. Don’t forget to consider how columns will look on smaller screens. #mobilefirst

3 columns

This is a typical 3-column layout with images on top and some text below.

You’ll find this layout on web sites all over the internet.

Gutenberg makes this kind of layout easy to build. The future is now!

4 columns

This is the first column, and it’s amazing.

This is the second column, and it’s also amazing.

The third column, as they say, is like a charm.

This is the fourth column, and it’s possibly the best.

5 columns

5 columns of text in the post, 5 columns of text. Take one down, move it around, 4 columns of text in the post.

4 columns of text in the post, 4 columns of text. Take one down, move it around, 3 columns of text in the post.

3 columns of text in the post, 3 columns of text. Take one down, move it around, 2 columns of text in the post.

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1 column of text in the post, 1 column of text. Take one down, move it around, no columns of text in the post.

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Gutenberg: Layout Element Blocks

Posted on October 24, 2018 - 11:34 am by keith_ritter

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Gutenberg: Formatting Blocks

Posted on October 24, 2018 - 11:24 am by keith_ritter

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This is the classic block.

It’s using the regular editor.

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My HTML block.

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This is a preformatted block.
It is the best block.
Amazing.

Pullquote Block

This is a pullquote. It’s pretty awesome.
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This is a verse.
It apparently has no styles? 
Amazing.

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