Venture somewhere new or see an old favorite in a fresh light. From chasing the northern lights to experiencing the world’s best wine countries, we’ve gathered stories and insider tips on the places you simply can’t miss.
April 11, 2025
High Mountains & Pristine Beaches: Your Guide to Hiking in Corsica
Bonjour! Time to download your favorite language app, because we’re going to France! More accurately, we’re going to the island of Corsica, France’s Mediterranean jewel. Known as L’Île de Beauté, Corsica lives up to its name as the Isle of Beauty with its glimmering coastlines, lush terrain, rock fo…
If you’re looking for smooth riding, sunshine and head-turning scenery for your next cycling holiday in Europe, look no further than Spain. With varied terrain composed of pale grasslands, huge mountains, picturesque beaches and snaking river valleys, you’ll easily find the perfect cycling route for…
Creating an itinerary for a European family vacation that balances adventure, culture and relaxation can be a challenge. At Backroads, we have active travel family vacations that combine all three for families, whether your family includes kids, teens or young adults, so your next family trip can be…
Choosing the river cruise that aligns with your interests can be both exciting and overwhelming. Do you dream of exploring fairytale castles, charming towns, lush vineyards or famous cities? Are you bringing the kids? Teenagers? Adult children? Do you want to cross multiple borders and see many coun…
The Rhine, the Danube, the Seine: steeped in history, the names of these major rivers evoke images of fairy-tale castles, small towns with red-tiled roofs and some of the most significant cultural centers in Europe. Taking a Backroads Active River Cruise along one of Europe’s iconic waterways is a w…
When your whole family loves being active outdoors, sometimes it’s difficult to find an adventure travel vacation that caters to everyone’s needs, especially if you want to combine multiple types of activities in one trip. Want to not just hike, but bike, kayak and zip-line too? Maybe a little horse…
Hike atop seaside cliffs in France, walk through historic Spartan battlegrounds in Greece or trek among the world-famous Dolomites in Italy. For outdoor enthusiasts, Europe beckons. Lace up your boots and get ready for some of the world’s most iconic trails.
When you were a teenager, did you want to go on vacation with your parents? I certainly didn't! In fact, once I reached the age where I didn't have to go on vacation with my parents... I simply refused to go! You see, when I reached my twenties, my parents visited me and I visited them for holidays…
We’ve been leading Backroads guided bike tours in France for nearly four decades. From historic routes in Normandy to the sunny villages of Provence, here are what we think are the best cycling destinations in France.
Home to a culture that grew separate from foreign influence, Japan is true to itself and has a distinct character from almost any other place on Earth. Beyond its culture, the land feels undiscovered and is beautiful in its own right. You’ll be up close and personal with this unique culture and stun…
