Monthly Archives: August 2014

Best Bicycle Tours in the World That Every Bicycle Enthusiast Must Try At Least Once

Exploring new places, finding new adventures are not everyone’s cup of tea. But for those who have passion, Mother Nature offers a myriad of destinations to explore. Some are breathtakingly beautiful, some are risky and some are simply both. People who have a love for bicycle tours, there are some really amazing tours not to be missed. Here are just four of them.

Connemara, Mayo and Galway Safari (Galway, Ireland)

Galway by Bike week /CC BY

Galway by Bike week /CC BY

The eight day tour round trip from Galway is one of the reasons why people from around the world book flights tickets to Galway. As the area of West Ireland is far from the hustle and bustle of cities and tourist crowds, one can witness the unspoiled views of nature en route. Organized by Cycling Safaris, the trip includes seven nights’ stay with the traditional Irish cuisine breakfast and evening meal, a bike rental, a guide in support van, route maps and many more.

Tasmania East Coast Classic Cycle Tour (Tasmania, Australia)

Tasmania by LeeAnne Adams/CC BY

Tasmania by LeeAnne Adams/CC BY

Known for its lush farmlands and wine regions, Tasmania is a great place to explore. As you depart from Hobart, you will traverse a number of beautiful plains and vineyards. A number of coastal fishing towns can also be spotted. If you wish to stop over, there are some really nice beaches en route and finally, there are magnificent granite mountains of Freycinet National Park. Island Cycle Tours are the organisers of this tour.

Vermont and New York’s Lake Champlain (Vermont and New York State, USA)

Lake Champlain by Alison and Fil/CC BY

Lake Champlain by Alison and Fil/CC BY

Being one of the largest lakes in USA, Lake Champlain offers a spectacular experience to its visitors at the time of the fall. The lake is situated between the Mountains and the Adirondack Mountains which make it even more beautiful to look at. Sojourn Bike Tours hosts this event and the trip includes a five nights’ accommodation, lavish meals, a cruise across the lake and lot more. There is always a van support available.

Pyrenees to Costa Brava Bike Tour (Catalonia, Spain)

Pyrenees by Nelson L /CC BY

Pyrenees by Nelson L /CC BY

Start the journey at the stunning Barcelona and you will never be the same again, as the tour offers a number of attractions that are nowhere to be seen. Watch the pros train for the Tour De France as you pass the breathtakingly beautiful routes to French Pyrenees, climb and descent one of the highest paved roads in the Pyrenees (La Collada de Toses), savour the Catalan fusion cuisine – Bicycle enthusiasts who are blocking tickets on flights to Catalonia will find no dearth of attractions here.

Let the Love of Music Transcend all Barriers – the 10th Riot Fest, Toronto, Chicago

The noble idea to engage and entertain many souls with the universal love for music is what led to the inception of the Riot Fest. From its humble origins in the year 2005, which began with a multi-venue show in Chicago, the Riot Fest has prospered to an extent that it is now one of the most sought-after music fests in the world with venues in Toronto, Chicago and Denver.

The festival will commence in Toronto, Canada this year before it continues its journey to the other venues. Music lovers are encouraged to book flights to Toronto if they do not wish to miss the thrilling opening ceremony and bask in the merriment that radiates on the very first day.

The 10th Riot Fest- 6th-21th September, 2014

The Riot Fest of 2014 is a much awaited affair and music maniacs will get a chance to satiate their cravings from the 6th to 7th of September, 2014 when the show commences at the Downsview Park in Toronto, Ontario. Then the glorious event will move to Chicago and enthral it for three days i.e. from 12th to 14th of September and in Denver from 19th to 21st September.

The lovers of all genres of music, especially punk and rock, are undoubtedly scrambling for deals on flights to Toronto as well as the tickets to the show. The two-day passes for the Riot Show 2014 in Toronto, which are up for grabs, will be the key to unlock the enigmatic world of musical delights.

The Stars Who Will Light Up the Toronto Sky This Year

It is not a surprise that the tickets for the Riot Show 2014 are selling like (or rather, better!) than hot cakes. The performers who are going to grace the show this year are some of the best in the world of music.

Acclaimed names like AWOLNATION, Death Cab for Cutie, The Cure, City and Colour, Rise Against the Flaming Lips and Metric, who feature on the long list of performers, have delighted millions of hearts with their innovatively rhythmic compositions.

For those who live, breathe and bleed music, The Riot Fest 2014 in Toronto is the perfect place to be! The money spent on flights to Toronto and the tickets to the show will be well compensated for by the sheer joy of witnessing some of the best musicians in the world weaving a world of melodious wonders.

Few Money Saving Tips for Tech Savvy International Holidaymakers

Few-Money-Saving-Tips-for-Tech-Savvy-International-HolidaymakersToday’s progressive generation always depend on the high-end technologies to carry out their daily routines. However, without the Internet, even high-tech gadgets like smart phones, tablets and laptops are only “one-legged”! And this situation often turns trickier while on international trips. Roaming fees and Wi-Fi connectivity become major issues when one board flights to remote destinations. But not to worry, there are ways to make the most of these gadgets without spending a lot of money on roaming charges. Here are few tips for globetrotters who are planning international holidays and booking tickets to travel with their latest gizmos!

Get a Local SIM Card

The biggest tech issue happens when you are on a foreign land and you have to pay huge amount on international roaming bills. The best way to avoid the situation is to get a local number. For travellers carrying a phone that provides an option to unlock the SIM card, it becomes hassle free to get a new number. But if you are one of them whose smart phone is not on contract anymore, the best way to get out of the condition is to call your service provider and get it unlocked. Using a local number provides a chance to save big on your holidays.

Use the Most Cost-effective Plan

The cost of air tickets and hotels are the priciest expenditure in international holidays.  For example, take Bali or Dubai or New York. Flights fares to these destinations are really expensive and you cannot avoid them most of the times. Hence, when you are buying a new SIM card, try to choose the cheapest plan. Though you will not get that high speed on mobile data connection like 3G or 4G, with a little bit of patience things can be managed with the pace of EDGE. In fact, one can make calls via Wi-Fi.

Use Offline Applications

There are many mobile applications one can use without paying the data charges. With the help of Fast Talk Phrasebook (a very useful app from Lonely Planet), international trips can be rewarding. This pocket sized language guide is really helpful when you are travelling in France, Spain, Germany or any other destinations. There’s no download charge but you need to pay for the language packs. On the other hand; Google Maps, TripAdvisor Offline City Guides, MapsWithMe etc are few very helpful apps that provide information about hotels, restaurants, medical facilities and other relevant guides at your destination.

With these tips, make your international holidays more enjoyable, but the most important part; do carry the power adaptors of your gadgets when you are travelling!