Looking for a warm-weather golfing destination with the best-quality courses, plenty of flight and accommodation options, and lots to see and do away from the course? Look no further than Majorca. You might think Majorca is just a place for Brits seeking a holiday in the sun, but it’s turning into a mini golfing […]
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The 15 biggest benefits of cycling
All over the world, almost everywhere you look, you’ll see people riding bicycles and enjoying all the benefits of cycling in their lives. You’ll see them in the Alps and the Pyrenees in the Tour de France; in your town or city, ridden by commuters and schoolkids in the rush hour; in parks and cycleways […]
Golf holidays in Portugal: where are the best courses?
It might not be the most obvious destination, but Portugal is a fantastic destination for a golf trip. Whether you want to sample the verdant greenery of the north of the country, or the real Mediterranean feel of the Algarve, there are some superb, top-quality courses all over the country for you to enjoy. […]
Cycle tours of Scotland
If you’re looking at destinations for cycle tours on a map, then your attention is probably being drawn south, towards the sunshine of the Mediterranean. But take a glance north and you’ll find a place that offers some of the quietest roads and stunning views of any country in Europe. Scotland is becoming a […]
The ultimate cycle tour packing list
So you want to go away riding with your mates – what should go on your cycle tour packing list? It’s understandable to want to keep weight down, so that you aren’t carrying too much on the bike and so you don’t incur too many extra charges if you’re flying to your destination. However, there […]
Hiking in Switzerland
Think hiking, and you probably think of beautiful scenery, challenging terrain and a real sense of a rewarding adventure. No surprise, therefore, that the Alpine nation of Switzerland is a regular favourite for an active holiday with hikers from the UK, across Europe and beyond. Switzerland is more accessible from the UK than you […]
Why to consider Tenerife for your next cycling holiday
Sir Bradley Wiggins, Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas have something in common besides being the three British riders to win the Tour de France – they’ve all regularly trained through the winter by cycling in Tenerife. It’s easy to see why Ineos Grenadiers and so many other top teams on the UCI World Tour […]
Austria golf holidays
There are plenty of countries in Europe that come to mind when you think of a golf holiday – but playing golf in Austria probably isn’t one of them. This Alpine paradise at the heart of Europe is better known for its skiing in winter and trekking in summer, so you may be surprised to […]
Gift ideas for golf lovers
If you have someone special in your life who loves playing golf, then you have virtually limitless choices of what to buy them for their birthday, for Christmas or just as a general gift. Whether your budget is £10 or £1000, you – and by definition, they – really are spoiled for choice, however seriously […]
Tour de France 2023: A detailed Guide
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