We love national parks. From their remote locations to the history of their founding to the active outdoor pursuits they provide. They are well-suited destinations for what we aspire to offer at Zephyr Adventures. This past summer we enjoyed our first-ever tour to Acadia National Park—a hiking adventure—that proved easy, lovely, and a lot of Continue Reading →
Category: Biking
Iowa Inline Skating and Biking Adventure!
We are very excited about our October 2 – 5, 2025 Iowa Inline Skating & Biking Adventure. In case you have some hesitation about vacationing in Iowa, I am writing here to get you excited too. Our inline skating and biking travelers know what I am going to say whenever we announce a new inline Continue Reading →
Biking in Dordogne, France
Why biking in Dordogne? The Dordogne region is one of the best cycling destinations in France, which makes it one of the best cycling destinations in the world. In my opinion, France is the number one country for bike touring in the world. The population density outside of major cities is not high and the Continue Reading →
My 25-Year History With the Danube Bicycle Path
On April 4, 1997, I quit my desk job to start what is now Zephyr Adventures. My first task was to fly to Europe to find the very first location for our only tour that year, with two possibilities in mind: the northern area of Friesland in The Netherlands or the Danube bicycle path in Continue Reading →
How to Make Your Next Trip Go As Smoothly As Possible
Getting your passport stolen, having your bank freeze your account, or getting injured or sick just before or during your trip can make your vacation quickly go from a relaxing experience to a stressful one. We collaborated with our sister company, Taste Vacations, to come up with a list of travel tips that can help Continue Reading →
The Pros & Cons of E-Bikes
E-bikes have been around since the late 1800s but it is only in the past few decades that they have become widely available. Then, during the pandemic, bicycling boomed and e-biking boomed along with it. What is an e-bike, you ask? The “e” stands for electric. You might imagine a scooter or electric motorcycle, but Continue Reading →
Midwest’s Best Kept Secret – Biking Through Wisconsin & Minnesota
I love Minnesota. I spent four years in the Twin Cities and very much appreciate the Midwestern charm and practicality. I have kayaked on Lake Superior, camped in the prairies of Blue Mounds State Park, and bicycled or skated hundreds of miles of the many paved trails in the state. Still, we recognize Minnesota and Continue Reading →
5 Fascinating Facts About The Rioja Wine Region
This fall we’ll be cycling our way through Spain’s most famous wine region – La Rioja. Rioja is located in Northern Spain and is known for its high-quality wines, scenic patchwork of vineyard-covered hills (don’t worry, e-bikes are an option!), and captivating medieval villages. Not a wine aficionado? No problem! You definitely don’t need to Continue Reading →
Are you a Ferdinand or a Heather?
On our active trips – whether it be hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing or skating – we generally like to have one guide toward the front of the pack to help steer the group, and a “sweep” guide toward the back that makes sure nobody gets left behind. This summer on our Beartooth Hiking Adventure in Continue Reading →
Top 5 Iconic Sights You’ll See In Banff
Banff, Canada’s oldest National Park, offers stunning beauty around every corner. Awe-inspiring mountain peaks, sweeping valleys, free-flowing rivers, and my personal favorite, jaw-dropping glacial lakes. Banff covers 2,564 square miles, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts over 1,000 miles of hiking trails, Canada’s longest cave system, Castleguard caves, and is home to Alberta’s Continue Reading →