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Headwater Active Holidays launches new self-guided cycling tours  
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Headwater Active Holidays launches new self-guided cycling tours  

Headwater Active Holidays has unveiled a series of new cycling holidays. Designed to inspire travellers to embrace the joy of two-wheeled exploration, the self-guided cycling tours cater to a range of abilities and interests, offering flexible itineraries that combine scenic routes with cultural immersion. The new offerings include tours through the picturesque landscapes of the UK, including the Scottish Highlands and the Channel Islands. For those looking to venture further afield, Headwater's expanded portfolio features routes along the fjords of Norway, follows routes of the Tour de France and offers e-biking tours across Southern Albania. Here we take a look at some of the highlights... E-bike across Southern Albania For travellers seeking a cycling adventure off the beaten t...
Much Better Adventures expands cycling portfolio with new tour of Sicily 
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Much Better Adventures expands cycling portfolio with new tour of Sicily 

Adventure travel company Much Better Adventures has launched a new cycling tour in Sicily to meet the growing demand for immersive exploration. This small-group adventure invites travellers to pedal through Sicily’s rugged landscapes, charming villages, and coastal paths, blending physical challenges away from the typical hotspots. The Sicily tour takes riders along the coastline, where they can take a dip in the cool waters of the Vendicari Nature Reserve, and relax on the beaches of Portapalon and Avola. Cyclists will explore the Baroque towns of Ragusa Ibla, Modica and Noto, and descend the Cavagrande canyon with panoramic views, while savouring traditional Sicilian cuisine.  “More travellers are turning to self-powered adventures that tread lightly and offer deeper connectio...
G Adventures launches 25 new active travel trips for 2025 
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G Adventures launches 25 new active travel trips for 2025 

Small group adventure travel company G Adventures saw a 16% increase in the number of travellers booking an “active” travel trip in 2024. So, to build on this momentum, it has launched 25 new active trips for 2025. Taking travellers to new, lesser-explored regions, destinations for the new active trips include Japan, South Africa, Pakistan, the Balkans, Morocco, the Galapagos and Peru, with a strong focus on supporting local communities in the regions travellers visit. Each trip highlights G Adventures’ commitment to providing the very best active experiences, taking travellers deeper into destinations, in the most immersive yet thrilling ways, from hiking and swimming to cycling and paddling – and more.  Within the new launch, there will be eight new trips in Japan, three in Morocco...
Lisbon: active things to do in Portugal’s capital
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Lisbon: active things to do in Portugal’s capital

Portugal’s capital Lisbon is famous for its historic attractions and beautiful beaches, but the city is surrounded by wild spaces that provide a range of outdoor activities for adventure travellers. Here we take a look at the best places and things to do for an active break in the Lisbon region.  Arrábida Nature Park: hiking, cycling, caving and diving Just 30 minutes south of the city centre and across the River Tagus is Arrábida Nature Park, often hailed as one of Lisbon's most beautiful destinations. The mountainous area offers a tapestry of landscapes, from tree-lined paths winding down to secret coves and idyllic beaches, to the towering Serra do Rosco, the highest point on the Portuguese coast. There are waymarked trails for hiking and cycling, with some of the remotest ro...
‘Blue Scotland’ by Mollie Hughes: a sports adventurer’s guide to Scotland’s wild waters
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‘Blue Scotland’ by Mollie Hughes: a sports adventurer’s guide to Scotland’s wild waters

In her new book – Blue Scotland: The Ultimate Guide to Exploring Scotland’s Wild Waters – sports adventurer Mollie Hughes picks out her favourite places across Scotland to paddleboard, kayak, swim and surf.  Mixing world-class surfing breaks with kayaking adventures on the west coast, and urban paddleboarding along the Clyde with invigorating swims in the lochs of the Cairngorms National Park, the book shows how to access and enjoy these varied blue spaces.  Hughes includes her own personal experiences and tips, enabling wild water sports fans of all levels to make the most of the amazing opportunities Scotland has to offer. Here’s her pick of the off-the-beaten track places to visit in Scotland.   North Uist, Outer Hebrides  “The Island of North Uist in the Outer Heb...