This post provides key insights for those planning a cycling trip in Croatia in 2025. It covers the Eurovelo 8 route, explains its benefits and challenges, and offers alternative routes. It addresses essential questions on cycling safety, route planning, and includes tips based on personal experiences.… Read More »
Despite numerous warnings about dangers and corruption, our bicycle journey through Cambodia reveals warm hospitality, stunning Khmer temples, and a beautiful island paradise. Cambodia emerges as a country of contrasts, rich in history and brimming with hope for the future.… Read More »
Embarking on an adventurous bikepacking journey, the authors traverse the rugged terrains of Vietnam and Northern Laos, encountering diverse landscapes and cultures. They face physical challenges and bureaucratic corruption at borders, and delight in local interactions and unexpected hospitality amidst cycling through isolated villages and vibrant tourist spots.… Read More »
After the tough cycling in Central Asia, South Korea is a welcome change for us. In addition to a cycling infrastructure that would blow any Dutchman’s mind, we encounter tropical forests, a fascinating bathing culture, a lot of noodles and a day in a Buddhist temple.… Read More »
The post chronicles a captivating journey through Tajikistan and Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia. During the trip, the travelers admire the enchanting landscape, meet local inhabitants, and confront dangerous mountainous terrains and intimidating tunnels. They also experience health issues, a bicycle breakdown, and numerous other adventures. On the way, they express gratitude for life’s experiences and their bond with each other.… Read More »
In Kazakhstan, our strength of mind and endurance is put to the test. In addition to the unbearable heat, the brutal headwind slows us down considerably. How I become a human telephone pole, why we have to beg strangers for water and still have a blast? Find out in this Blog Post!… Read More »
Having reached Antalya, we head up through the mountains to the Central Anatolian Plain. How we are saved from the freezing cold several times, find hot springs and discover the magic of Cappadocia? Find out in this article! Happy reading!
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On the journey from Marmaris to Fethiye, we encounter nasty glass splinters, hot springs and lots of tortoises. We shine with our Turkish skills and marvel at the turquoise-blue water in the lagoon of Ölüdeniz. Have fun reading!… Read More »
The last kilometres to Istanbul are tough ones. We battle a steady headwind on the highway, get involved in a bizarre argument about feline consciousness and fall in love with Istanbul. We leave Turkey for winter after finding out in Marmaris, what it means to finish on a (v)-high-(brating) note. Have fun reading!… Read More »
On our short journey through North Macedonia, we cycle around the beautiful Lake Ohrid, set a new altitude record in the Galičica National Park, have a terrible camping experience and make both positive and negative acquaintances with the locals. All in all, we often feel transported back in time.
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