I never liked the term "cycle tourism", because I never liked the meaning "tourist". Traveler, thank you. But putting these subtle differences aside, today I tell you about my boundless passion for i bike trips and how, paraphrasing the motto of this blog, have more fun for less.
In fact being the sustainable means par excellence, the bicycle it is certainly low cost. No petrol, insurance, boarding costs on ferries, highways, fines and many other problems. But it is not for the enormous benefits for the wallet and for the environment that I want to tempt you to take a trip by bike, rather I try to convince you that pedaling and appreciating cities and views with the wind on your face it has no equal. Fatigue and relaxation, inner peace and strong emotions, human relationships and the search for oneself. This is traveling by bike.
After the first rounds in Europe and beyond - now four years ago - I started to share my experiences and offer suggestions in one personal blog that over time I have tried to make a useful landing place for those looking for inspiration for the next adventures, or simply wanting to daydream while reading those of others. There is therefore no shortage of advice on equipment, description of national and international cycling routes, personal travel diaries and sent by readers, and then urban cycling, news, events and more. In fact, cycling is often an all-encompassing passion and involves other moments in life other than holidays - for example, I also use it for move around the city - but for me cycling is always its most fascinating expression.
To bring back all that was still "bicycles", the last idea was to collect them in a section hotel for cyclists and cycle travelers, the so-called "bike hotel"Or" bike friendly hotels ", ie accommodation facilities with specialized services for those traveling by bike, alone or with the family. Here is a short list:
Bike rack or room
Ciclofficina or tools for repairs
Laundry
Map of nearby cycling routes
Restaurant with "reinforced" dinner and breakfast
Bike rent
Tour leader or guide
As you may have seen some Skills they are especially useful for those who stop for one night and leave the next day, while others (guide and bike rental) are designed for families or groups who stay longer and want to take simple daily walks. The accommodation facilities will be of all price ranges not to satisfy a single "category" of travelers; for example, there are those who are satisfied with a hot shower and a bed, and those who want all possible whims. And you, have you thought about what kind of cycle travelers you will be?
