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Active Travel Trends for 2025

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10 Best Europe Vacation Tours for Families

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An Unlikely Journey

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Nine Trips, Four Nations, One Kingdom: Which UK Adventure Fits You?

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Your go-to guide for epic adventures. Dive into tales from the road and trail, straight from our expert Trip Leaders, and get the inside scoop on planning your next escape. From pro tips and a peek behind the scenes to bucket-list destinations and unforgettable travel stories, inspiration is here.

Quebec
August 13, 2019

The Nine Most European Cities in North America

Rich in culture, full of charm and steeped in fascinating history, European towns and cities have captivated travelers from across the pond for centuries. Enticed to sample the local delicacies, take in unique architecture and cultivate a better understanding of their rich history, North Americans often yearn to spend quality time in the "old world." Surprisingly, much of the magic one can see, taste and smell in Europe can also be experienced in a handful of particularly special cities across North America. Next time you're looking to get away, consider visiting one our favorite Euro-style American cities.

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Iceland Waterfalls
August 9, 2019

Top Five Places to Travel in November

There's no doubt about it—winter is on the horizon. And while it might not be perfect beach weather outside, there's still plenty of vacationing to do! From warm weather sojourns south of the equator to snowy vacations up north, the month of November offers plenty of excitement for you and your family, no matter what kind of travel experience you're after.

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Prayer Flags on a HIll
August 2, 2019

Why Now is the Time to Go to Nepal

They call Nepal ‘The Roof of the World,’ but it’s really the friendly locals that make this destination a MUST SEE!

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Costa Rican Frog
July 30, 2019

A Trip Leader's Guide to the Wildlife of Costa Rica

Venture to the jungles, cloud forests and beaches of Costa Rica to immerse yourself in the highest concentration of biodiversity in the world.

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Santorini, Greece
July 10, 2019

The Hidden Corners of Santorini

Santorini is a Greek island like no other. Stunningly beautiful and distinct from its neighbors in the southern Cyclades, its overwhelmingly gorgeous scenery and fascinating rich cultural history are best paired with moussaka, souvlaki and some of the best wines in the world rooted in 3000 years of viticulture.

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July 10, 2019

Hiking in Patagonia

Venture with Backroads to el fin del mundo – the end of the world. Patagonia is spectacularly remote and truly a place like no other… where glaciers calve into a pristine landscape, endangered condors soar the open skies, intrepid hikers venture along windy trails to mountain summits and gauchos traverse the sparsely populated pamas on horseback.

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July 2, 2019

Namibia & Zimbabwe Active Safari Video

We're excited to release our very first video to come from our Africa Active Safaris.

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Thomas Cole, A View of the Two Lakes and Mountain House, Catskill Mountains, Morning 1844
June 25, 2019

Ansel Adams, Georgia O'Keeffe & the Landscapes That Inspired Them

Explore with Backroads the remarkable landscapes that inspired the art of Ansel Adams, Georgia O’Keeffe, Claude Monet and many others.

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Twomey Winery, Calistoga
June 24, 2019

The Wines of Wine Country

Celebrate the exceptional union of the vélo and the vino with Backroads in California Wine Country! Spin, stop, sip, savor, spa and smile while you immerse yourself in the winemaking traditions of Napa and Sonoma Valleys.

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Bridalveil Falls, Yosemite National Park
June 20, 2019

Yosemite Walking & Hiking Tour Video

Yosemite National Park: 761,266 acres of "WOW!" Check our video showcasing Backroads Hiking & Walking Tour where we visit iconic sites like Half Dome, El Capitan & Yosemite Falls!

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