We started out in 1997 as Zephyr Inline Skate Tours, the world’s first inline skating (Rollerblading) tour company. By 1990 we were running ten skate tours a year – but two of them were “bike friendly”. The following year we ran 16 skate tours, with four of them “bike friendly”. So the reality is that Continue Reading →
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Solo Travel Tours and Zephyr Adventures
Zephyr Adventure has a long history of catering to solo travelers. We started out in 1997 as a specialty tour company running inline skating tours in Europe and the United States. While our vacations were not specifically solo travel tours, many of our skaters did come on their own, in large part because they often Continue Reading →
Why Travel To Belgium?
Why travel to Belgium? You might wonder why we have not one but two trips on our 2026 schedule to Belgium. Belgium is Not Over-Touristed Belgium is not a huge tourist destination, and we love that. According to the European Union, in 2023 the country hosted 45 million visitor overnights – and that included business Continue Reading →
Comparing our European Hiking Adventures
We have five different walking, hiking, or trekking adventures in 2026. How should you choose which to join? Outside of just picking a location because it appeals to you, a great step is to compare the difficulty of the five tours. How to Judge Hiking Tour Difficulty In judging the difficulty level of hiking tours, Continue Reading →
How to Beat Delta’s AI Pricing
Delta Airlines recently announced they are using Artificial Intelligence to set prices on their airline tickets. There is much discussion already on what this will do to ticket costs. What we know for sure is that Delta is doing this for their own benefit. That could mean selling tickets at higher prices but it could Continue Reading →
Is It Unsafe or Uncomfortable for Americans to Travel?
The United States is generating a lot of headlines around the world right now, most of them negative. No matter your politics at home, people around the world are not impressed with our tariffs, border control, arresting of immigrants, or slashing of foreign aid. So is it unsafe or uncomfortable for Americans to travel right Continue Reading →
How Hiking Supports Your Mental Well-Being
Embarking on a hike is not just a physical journey; it’s also a powerful expedition for your mental health. The union of nature and physical activity creates a holistic experience; hiking significantly supports mental well-being There’s something magical about stepping onto a trail, surrounded by nature’s beauty, especially with a knowledgeable guide leading the way. Continue Reading →
Flights to Europe are Cheap Right Now
Flights to Europe are cheap right now. Here are flight costs I found from New York that coincide with our upcoming European trips: Florence (Via di Francesco Trekking Adventure): One-stop flights as low as $424Kraków (Tatra Mountains Hiking): One-stop flights as low as $398Berlin (Flaeming Skate & Biking): One-stop flights as low as $517 and Continue Reading →
Join Allan on Two Exploratory Tours in August
We are moving forward quickly with our new Exploratory Adventures. These Exploratory Adventures are first-run tours to less-traveled destinations in small groups, generally led by our founder and owner Allan Wright. We recently added two new Exploratory tours to our schedule for this coming August – plus we have two more already on the schedule. Continue Reading →
Why Travel to Oman is the Best Destination in the Middle East Right Now
When most people ponder travel to the Middle East, their imaginations are stirred by the ancient history, sweeping deserts, vibrant marketplaces, and exotic cultures of the region. For some people, concerns about safety or over-tourism in some destinations may hold them back from hitting “book now.” Enter Oman—a stunning, welcoming, and peaceful country that offers Continue Reading →