by kootenaycycling | Jun 8, 2018 | Uncategorized
Modern meets mountain at the Adventure Hotel in Nelson, one of our lodging partners on our signature West Koot Loop cycling tour. With a structure that goes back more than a century, the hotel balances heritage charm with present day amenities. Previously known as the...
by kootenaycycling | May 20, 2018 | Uncategorized
Tuscany conjures up images of lush rolling hills, world-class wineries, and some of the most celebrated cycling in Europe. But it comes at a cost. After a few days relaxing outside of Florence and enjoying the comforts of home-cooked meals we embarked on the final...
by kootenaycycling | May 14, 2018 | Uncategorized
Dubrovnik seems to get all the attention for where to visit these days, but the islands south of Split are a cyclist’s paradise. Quiet roads, jaw-dropping views, scenic ferries, and sparkling coastal towns all add up to a memorable visit. The biggest challenge is just...
by kootenaycycling | May 11, 2018 | Uncategorized
Our cycling tour through the Balkans includes six countries; Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Macedonia, Montenegro and Greece. With half of them in the rear view mirror, we were also about halfway through our route from Athens to Split as we pedalled out of...
by kootenaycycling | Apr 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
We spent two days cycling along the western edge of Macedonia, a brief interlude before heading back to Albania and toward Montenegro. A stream of hotels still closed for the winter reminded us that we were ahead of the busy summer season on Lake Ohrid. Ohrid is...
by kootenaycycling | Apr 23, 2018 | Uncategorized
To say that Albania is off the tourist path is just a small understatement. And although it may be a challenging cycling destination, the rewards are great. It’s only a matter of time before more people start discovering this gem of a country. Before crossing...
by kootenaycycling | Apr 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
Spring may just be the perfect time to visit Eastern Europe. The landscape is spectacularly lush, tourists are few and far between, and consistent temperatures in the mid 20’s are a welcome relief from a long Canadian winter. My partner Heather and I packed up our...
by kootenaycycling | Apr 2, 2018 | Uncategorized
When visitors think of Canada, chances are that Banff, Lake Louise and the Canadian Rockies are near the top of the list. And why not? Banff National Park offers an amazing combination of wildlife, scenery and recreational pursuits. Visitors are flocking to Canada’s...
by kootenaycycling | Mar 27, 2018 | Uncategorized
Patagonia conjures up images of spectacular wilderness, remoteness and an almost mythical allure. But it sure is a long way away. If you’re looking for a cycling tour that has the feel of Patagonia but is more accessible, British Columbia’s Kootenay region is...
by kootenaycycling | Feb 16, 2018 | Uncategorized
One of the best parts of cycling trips is sampling the local flavours. All that pedalling means you’ve earned it! Tucked away in British Columbia’s Selkirk Mountains, the Nelson and Kootenay Lake region is bursting with local flavours. Our independent bakeries are one...
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