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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 »

Your morning cup of joe may look a little different when you’re enjoying it in a foreign country. Check out some of our favorite ways to drink coffee on our VBT adventures. And make sure you take some time for a coffee break during your travels—you may just discover your new favorite beverage!    ... Read more »

Traveling can enrich people’s understanding of different cultures and forge lasting friendships—but without a commitment to sustainability; travel can actually harm local cultures while also negatively affecting the environment. That’s why we created the VBT Sustainable Travel Committee. The committee helps ensure that all of our biking and walking tours preserve and support their destinations... Read more »

Variety is the spice of life, and it’s also one of the reasons that international travel is so exciting. In addition to enjoying a variety of experiences when you explore, it’s also important to have some great destinations to choose from before you begin. Whether you prefer biking or walking as your preferred means of... Read more »

Vietnamese cuisine is often praised for its health benefits as well as its emphasis on fresh, nutritious ingredients. During our Journey through Vietnam biking tour you’ll dine on traditional cuisine, so we thought it appropriate to offer up a classic Vietnamese recipe, Pho Bo, or Hanoi Beef Noodle Soup. Set aside a bit of time... Read more »

One of the greatest thrills of biking or walking your way through a new country is being able to slow down and really take it all in at your own pace. And while getting in touch with local life may begin upon your arrival in a new destination with a cautious, perhaps foreign, ‘Hello’; it’s... Read more »

We are always amazed at how devoted many of our travelers are to the VBT experience. Avid “VBTers” (as we like to call them) tend to bring so much knowledge and inspiration to first-time travelers on our tours. Tom S. and Sarah T. are 13-time travelers who have journeyed from Africa to Asia to Europe... Read more »