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Visit Historic Charleston South Carolina on a Biking Tour

April 7th, 2014

Along the beautiful South Carolina coast, at the confluence of the Cooper and Ashley rivers, lies the city of Charleston, the state’s oldest city. VBT travelers will savor the relaxed charm and unhurried pace of “Chucktown” and experience its colonial roots, historic architecture, delicious food, and meet friendly locals on the first 2 days of... Read more »

Explore California Wine Country with VBT

April 4th, 2014

California wine country produces 90% of America’s wine and its 1,200 wineries would collectively be considered the fourth largest producer in the world, if California were its own country. Some of the most highly regarded varieties are grown in the coastal valleys northeast of San Francisco where a combination of Californian sun, cool sea breezes... Read more »

Ride through the Burgundy and Bordeaux Wine Regions with VBT

March 31st, 2014

One of the great things about bicycling through the French countryside is the bike routes that take you along pastoral roads past serene rivers and beautiful stretches of hillside vineyards. Two of our favorite tours in some of France’s wine regions are Bicycling Bordeaux & the River Dordogne and the aptly named, Burgundy: The Wine... Read more »

Visit Locales Where French Impressionists Painted Their Masterpieces with VBT

March 14th, 2014

Impressionist art was a movement spawned in the 19th century by a group of French painters that emphasized colors, lighting and the essence of time passage in the works which often featured outdoor landscapes and depicted human movement rather than still portraits—a new artistic concept for the times. French Impressionist painters like Renoir, Sisley and... Read more »

Enjoy Delicious Maine Seafood on VBT’s Tours in Acadia National Park

March 7th, 2014

The geology of the Gulf of Maine makes it an ideal body of water for nurturing a natural abundance of sea life, as well as a perfect place for farming clams, salmon and oysters. The waters here are colder and more nutrient rich—due to the rugged coastline and Newfoundland current— than you might find... Read more »

Explore the Rich History of Acadia National Park with VBT

March 4th, 2014

Mount Desert Island, home to Acadia National Park and the bustling summer community of Bar Harbor, is known for a dramatic coastal landscape that was carved by glaciers and the powerful ocean which provides the perfect playground for bikers. Travelers on our Maine Coast: Purely Acadia biking tour will explore beaches and mountains on the... Read more »

Top Pastries from Around the World

March 3rd, 2014

A pastry is basically any food made from dough consisting of flour, water, and shortening. However, that general description can be used as the base for an almost unquantifiable amount of unique and delicious dishes from around the world. And here at VBT we know a little something about world travel. As experiencing the native... Read more »

Maryland Crab Cakes Recipe

March 3rd, 2014

When you think of local cuisine in the Chesapeake Bay the first thing that comes to mind are crabs. The best time of year to enjoy the fresh meat of the Maryland state crustacean— the blue crab—is from April to December. These tasty crabs can be served in a variety of ways from fried whole... Read more »

Top 5 VBT Vacations for Solo Travelers

February 19th, 2014

Are you planning a solo adventure but aren’t sure if a small group tour is the best choice for you? Well we’d like you to know that VBT offers amazing vacations that welcome solo travelers. You’ll enjoy the camaraderie that comes with traveling with a small group and we’ll take care of all the logistics... Read more »

Explore Dubrovnik’s Old City and other Croatian Churches with VBT

February 10th, 2014

All International VBT Vacations include optional Pre- and Post-trip Extensions that we offer to enhance your vacation. Travelers on our Croatia: The Dalmatian Islands biking tour have the option to spend three nights in the coastal city of Dubrovnik—often referred to as the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’. Dubrovnik is one of the world’s best-preserved medieval... Read more »