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If you’re like us, you’re looking ahead to 2022 with a sense of optimism. Maybe you’ve already returned to travel with a 2021 VBT trip and found it as fulfilling and amazing as ever. It was a little different, to be sure, with regulations to follow and masks to wear. But the world hasn’t lost... Read more »

April Fools’ Day has its share of origin stories. Trouble is, no one knows which is true and which are, well, malarkey. Here’s one that we like: For centuries, the ancient Roman Empire ran on the Julian calendar, named for Julius Caesar. Back then, New Year’s Day was recognized as April 1. In 1592, Pope... Read more »

Years with VBT: 14 Hometown: Bologna Favorite food: Mom’s lasagna   When Andrea talks about Italy, his enthusiasm is contagious.

What’s better than exploring the sun-dappled countryside and rich art and architecture of Andalusia? Doing so with someone who has called the region home for nearly two decades by your side! An eleven-year veteran leader with VBT, Nicolas has lived in Spain since 2002. Born in Venezuela to a Spanish father and a Slovakian mother,... Read more »

Inside the life of a biking, skiing, climbing, kitesurfing, wine-drinking, pasta-loving VBT trip leader. Elena isn’t in a rush. She sits inside her summer home—a Volkswagen California camper van—on the beach in Tuscany as she prepares to go kitesurfing. Wearing blue jeans and a faded green T-shirt, she radiates positivity as she puts a pair... Read more »

Here at VBT we make it a priority to use Trip Leaders that are from, or live in, the destinations we operate in because they are so familiar with the local customs and traditions. While our Trip Leaders are always there to lend a hand, change a flat tire, or offer a lift in the... Read more »

Whether you’re after beautiful, subtropical beaches, pristine glaciers, dense rain forests, vibrant nightlife or thrilling adventures; New Zealand’s South Island surely has something for you. On our New Zealand: Bike & Walk the South Island vacation, you can discover the wonders of New Zealand three ways: biking, walking and kayaking. And while we could go... Read more »

The old adage goes, “When in Rome, do as the Romans do.” Though it may be a cliché, it’s also good advice. The best way to get a sense for your destination’s culture is by partaking in day-to-day activities alongside the locals. But don’t stop at simply doing as the locals do, be sure to... Read more »

For over a century the Tour de France has been cycling’s most celebrated event. And while biking in France in the renowned race is the ultimate honor for a cyclist, you have to admit, it’s kind of a shame that the bikers zip through some of France’s most amazing landscapes without getting to enjoy the scenery,... Read more »

  Dear Traveler, A very good friend of all of us here at VBT, and of many of our travelers over the past 32 years, is retiring in May. His name is Gerry Slager, and his approaching retirement is the one reason that all of us have been dreading the arrival of spring this year,... Read more »