Blog - VBT Bicycling Vacations https://www.vbt.com Fri, 16 Jan 2026 14:51:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 Three Ways VBT Makes Vacation Planning Easy https://www.vbt.com/blog/three-ways-vbt-makes-vacation-planning-easy/ Fri, 16 Jan 2026 13:14:10 +0000 https://www.vbt.com/?p=85186 If you’ve ever planned your own vacation from soup to nuts, you know the truth: it’s not as easy as it looks. Once you book your VBT adventure, all the work is off your shoulders—and onto ours.

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]]> If you’ve ever planned your own vacation from soup to nuts, you know the truth: it’s not as easy as it looks. Once you book your VBT adventure, all the work is off your shoulders—and onto ours.

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]]> Ten 2026 Cycling Adventures That Are Almost Sold Out! https://www.vbt.com/blog/ten-2026-cycling-adventures-that-are-almost-sold-out/ Tue, 06 Jan 2026 16:29:44 +0000 https://www.vbt.com/?p=88205 We’ve compiled a list of our fastest-selling vacations with space still available. If your dream vacation is on this list, be sure to reserve your space before the spots get snapped up.

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]]> We’ve compiled a list of our fastest-selling vacations with space still available. If your dream vacation is on this list, be sure to reserve your space before the spots get snapped up.

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]]> Water Makes a World Go Round https://www.vbt.com/blog/water-makes-a-world-go-round/ Wed, 17 Dec 2025 12:43:53 +0000 https://www.vbt.com/?p=82314 Contamination and disease are among the biggest health issues caused by lack of clean water. To help combat this challenge, VBT is pleased to announce our holiday gift to Wine to Water—an international organization that provides access to clean drinking water and emergency supplies in places they’re needed most.

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]]> Contamination and disease are among the biggest health issues caused by lack of clean water. To help combat this challenge, VBT is pleased to announce our holiday gift to Wine to Water—an international organization that provides access to clean drinking water and emergency supplies in places they’re needed most.

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]]> Winter Bike Training Helps You Get Ready to Ride https://www.vbt.com/blog/winter-bike-training-helps-you-get-ready-to-ride/ Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:40:45 +0000 https://www.vbt.com/?p=87322 With an indoor cycling trainer and a few simple, but impactful, indoor exercises, you can give your cycling skills a leg up this winter.

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]]> With an indoor cycling trainer and a few simple, but impactful, indoor exercises, you can give your cycling skills a leg up this winter.

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]]> Micro-Moments in Spain’s Costa Brava: The Little Doors VBT Opens https://www.vbt.com/blog/micro-moments-in-spains-costa-brava-the-little-doors-vbt-opens/ Mon, 01 Dec 2025 19:35:07 +0000 https://www.vbt.com/?p=87887 Note: This account was written by VBT guest Jeff Stasiuk—a very contented rider who likes his coffee complex and his logistics invisible. Recently retired from corporate life, Jeff enjoys experiencing the world from a bike seat.  He and his wife Janice have explored many European countries, typically with VBT’s guidance.  As an accomplished writer, Jeff... Read more »

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]]> Note: This account was written by VBT guest Jeff Stasiuk—a very contented rider who likes his coffee complex and his logistics invisible. Recently retired from corporate life, Jeff enjoys experiencing the world from a bike seat.  He and his wife Janice have explored many European countries, typically with VBT’s guidance.  As an accomplished writer, Jeff enjoys telling stories about his authentic experiences, helping others with their travel plans. When not travelling, Jeff and Janice split their time between Lagos, Portugal, BC and Ontario (Canada)… keeping fit for active vacations by chasing after their two young grandkids. 

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]]> How to Store a Bicycle in Winter https://www.vbt.com/blog/how-to-store-a-bicycle-in-winter/ Tue, 11 Nov 2025 18:54:14 +0000 https://www.vbt.com/?p=87883 Your last ride of the season is the perfect time to take some extra care of your bike—cleaning off dirt and grime before putting it to bed for the colder months.

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]]> Your last ride of the season is the perfect time to take some extra care of your bike—cleaning off dirt and grime before putting it to bed for the colder months.

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]]> From Piedmont to Sicily: Cycle Italy’s Most Enchanting Landscapes https://www.vbt.com/blog/from-piedmont-to-sicily-cycle-italys-most-enchanting-landscapes/ Fri, 03 Oct 2025 20:08:03 +0000 https://www.vbt.com/?p=87837 A cycling vacation with VBT is more than just a trip; it’s an invitation to connect with the heart of Italy, one pedal stroke at a time.

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]]> A cycling vacation with VBT is more than just a trip; it’s an invitation to connect with the heart of Italy, one pedal stroke at a time.

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]]> Four Fleeting Flavors of Fall Foliage https://www.vbt.com/blog/four-fleeting-flavors-of-fall-foliage/ Fri, 03 Oct 2025 13:00:54 +0000 https://www.vbt.com/?p=82064 Don’t let another fall foliage fly past! Catch it on the wing with a spectacular fall foliage cycling vacation.

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]]> Don’t let another fall foliage fly past! Catch it on the wing with a spectacular fall foliage cycling vacation.

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]]> Get After It! Cycling Adventures with Challenges and Thrills https://www.vbt.com/blog/get-after-it-cycling-adventures-with-challenges-and-thrills/ Mon, 15 Sep 2025 13:23:36 +0000 https://www.vbt.com/?p=85164 Whether you’re using electric power or your own muscles, there’s nothing quite so exhilarating as the thrill of conquering a challenging climb.

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]]> Whether you’re using electric power or your own muscles, there’s nothing quite so exhilarating as the thrill of conquering a challenging climb.

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]]> VBT’s Top Destinations for Car-Free Cycling https://www.vbt.com/blog/vbt-top-destinations-for-car-free-cycling/ Wed, 03 Sep 2025 13:00:27 +0000 https://www.vbt.com/?p=81656 For many cyclists, there’s no better ride than the one free of car traffic.

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]]> For many cyclists, there’s no better ride than the one free of car traffic.

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