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Looking to ditch the four wheels for two this weekend? We get it. There’s no better way to really see a place than from the saddle. Whether you're a hardcore mountain biker looking for some dirt, or you just want a breezy coastal cruise with the family, we’ve got your back.
Seeing a country by bike beats staring out of a car window any day. You get the fresh air, the unexpected pit stops, and the total freedom to go at your exact pace. Going solo? It’s just you and the open road. Rolling with a group of friends? Cue the friendly (but fierce) races to the nearest town. Dragging the family along? It’s a surefire way to tire the kids out before bedtime.
We’ve got hotels parked right next to some of the absolute best cycling routes on the planet. This means you can spend your day tearing up the trails or cruising through valleys, and then crash in a proper bed by nightfall. If you’re looking to stamp that passport, Europe is calling. Try tackling the climbs in the French Alps if your legs are up for it, or take it easy pedaling between vineyards in Tuscany. Over in Spain, Mallorca is basically a playground for road cyclists looking for smooth tarmac and ocean views.
But you don’t need to cross an ocean to find a great ride. The US is packed with killer spots for both roadies and mountain bikers. If you want to get muddy, Moab in Utah is legendary for its slickrock mountain biking trails. Colorado and North Carolina also serve up some seriously wicked spots for mountain biking. Prefer to keep things paved? Ride the California coast for non-stop ocean views, or hit the carriage roads in Maine’s Acadia National Park. Wherever you decide to drop a gear, we’re the place to book last-minute hotel deals.
If you’re just finding your balance, you want flat paths and zero traffic. The Netherlands is practically built for bikes, making it a super easy overseas trip. Stateside, the Florida Keys offer flat, breezy rides right along the water.
Want to mix up your modes of transport? The Lake District in the UK (if you don't mind a bit of rain) or the Pacific Northwest right here at home are top-tier. Think huge forests, massive lakes, and trails that are just as good on foot as they are on wheels.
You need safe, car-free zones so the kids can roam without you having a mild panic attack. The Cape Cod Rail Trail in Massachusetts is a massive hit. It’s paved, flat, and passes right by plenty of ice cream shops. Win-win.
Pack light. You’ll definitely want padded shorts (trust us on this one), a solid helmet, plenty of water, and layers you can peel off when you start sweating. And maybe some blister plasters. Just in case.
If you want smooth roads and epic scenery, head to the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia and North Carolina. Or, if you’re heading abroad, the winding roads of the Italian Dolomites are seriously hard to beat.