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a state of mind experienced whilst cycling. don’t think, just do. peak performance without thought. a Zen moment not explainable, but highly addictive.

Portugal’s Chapel of Bones, a macabre Tourist site

Visit Portugal’s ghoulish Chapel of Bones in the Alentejo to find out if it is a place of sheer terror or simple...

Cycling Country Spain Featured in International Living Magazine

Cycling Country's owners Geoff Norris and Maggi Jones are interviewed by International Living Magazine. We are...

Best places to see Flamenco in Spain

Best places to see Flamenco on your trip to Spain and Andalucia.Flamenco: A Journey of Spain’s fiery history...

5 Reasons to visit Bath England

Here are 5 reasons to visit Bath England and what not to miss in this great British Regency town. One of the...
Famous Basque Country Cycling Climbs

Famous Basque Country Cycling Climbs

Cycle Spain's Pais Vasco and check off those well known cycling summits. If you love road cycling, do not pass up the opportunity to cycle the mythical Basque roads. Basque Country cycling includes challenging La Vuelta climbs, and with its many famous pro cyclists of...

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How to Cycle in Hot Weather

How to Cycle in Hot Weather

Beat the heat on your bike.Top tips on how to cycle in summer heat on your bike tripSummer is coming and at long last, we can get out and cycle in it!The world is changing, and we are seeing increases in temperatures across the board in all areas of the world. This of...

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What to See and Do in Madrid

What to See and Do in Madrid

Top things to see and do in Madrid, one of Europe's most dynamic capital cities. Travelling through Spain, you will probably arrive in Spain's Capital, Madrid. So what to see and do in Madrid, Spain? There are so many activities and tourist sites here that it is...

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Gazpacho, Spain’s most famous food

Gazpacho, Spain’s most famous food

Top Eats - Southern Spain's cold soup traditions are nutritional treats for springtime warm weather.Try Spain’s best known dish, Gazpacho when you travel down south. A simple appetizer from Andalucia, it is a classic of Spanish cooking which is popular worldwide. It...

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Exploring London England’s East End

Exploring London England’s East End

Discover London, England's East End, infamous due to Jack the Ripper but today a vibrant cultural place to visit. Starting your bike trip in London, England? Lucky you, it is one of the world's greatest cities.   Highly recommended is its lively East End, home to the...

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Cycling Canada’s Famous Cabot Trail

Cycling Canada’s Famous Cabot Trail

Bike Touring Canada's Cabot Trail is a bucket list must for Cyclists. Discover Canada's Maritime theatrical landscape by cycling the famous Cabot Trail, a short but epic bucket list bike ride.  A true slice of Canadiana, this outstanding cycle route is a slice of wild...

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