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Active Travel Trends for 2025

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10 Best Europe Vacation Tours for Families

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An Unlikely Journey

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Nine Trips, Four Nations, One Kingdom: Which UK Adventure Fits You?

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Welcome to The BackBeat!

Your go-to guide for epic adventures. Dive into tales from the road and trail, straight from our expert Trip Leaders, and get the inside scoop on planning your next escape. From pro tips and a peek behind the scenes to bucket-list destinations and unforgettable travel stories, inspiration is here.

Rafting Big Smiles Costa Rica
May 13, 2025

What Families Love About Our Costa Rica Tours

Imagine the sound of your kids laughing as they go white water rafting. Imagine the joy on their faces as they zip-line over rain forests or spot a sloth for the first time.

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May 9, 2025

Why Women’s Adventure Travel Is Booming—And Why It Matters

When we launched our new Women’s Adventures at Backroads, we figured there’d be interest. We had high expectations the first few departures would fill, but we didn’t expect just how fast it would all take off. Within weeks, the response came pouring in—and just like that, we were working overtime to keep up. I’ll be honest, I was surprised at first. But when I really sit with it, maybe I shouldn’t have been.

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May 6, 2025

Doing Hard Things with a View: Lessons from a Canadian Rockies Hiking Adventure with My Mom

Adventure travel isn’t always about peak performance or picture-perfect moments—it’s about pushing boundaries, embracing discomfort and discovering strength

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April 30, 2025

Best Cycling Tours to Discover Portugal 

Imagine: the sun is shining and a gentle sea breeze blows off the Atlantic coast. You’re riding your bike, soaking in the stunning scenery. And then you roll into a quaint village and decide to stop for a snack. What you’re greeted with is the most delicious pastel de nata (custard tart) you’ve ever tasted. Life can’t get much better than this. This is just a snapshot of what makes Portugal a cyclist’s dream in our eyes. Let Backroads bring those dreams to life.

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April 24, 2025

Hudson Valley: New York State's Best-Kept Cycling Secret

The Hudson Valley’s rolling hills, scenic rivers and charming small towns are a magnet for cyclists like me. The hills are perfect for getting a burn, you’re rewarded with well-earned views and of course, there’s a cruisy valley descent.

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April 22, 2025

Active Multi-Adventure Tours in Portugal: Small Groups, Big Travel Experiences

From world-class cycling and hiking to kayaking, yoga and even wildlife cruises, our Portugal trips are sure to surprise you, delight you and intrigue you at every corner. We offer a range of Multi-Adventure Tours in Portugal that will satisfy your—and your family’s—craving for exploration. Let me tell you a little about them!

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April 17, 2025

An Inspiring Week in the Alps

When traveling with Backroads, be ready to find yourself in the right place at the right time. Imagine hiking on a sunny day at 6,500 feet of elevation in the Swiss Alps. It’s the second day of a Women’s Adventure trip. After conquering some steep hills in the morning, we have lunch by a lake in Switzerland before crossing the invisible country border back into France. We see the Chamonix Valley in the distance where our beautiful hotel waits for us in the middle of town. We are ready to come down, after a day well spent outdoors.

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April 15, 2025

Unforgettable Family Adventures in the US

Family vacations are a chance to disconnect from the everyday and reconnect with one another in incredible places. Backroads designed these outdoor adventures with families in mind, offering active, enriching experiences that bring generations together.

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April 11, 2025

High Mountains & Pristine Beaches: Your Guide to Hiking in Corsica

Bonjour! Time to download your favorite language app, because we’re going to France!

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April 8, 2025

Traveling Actively, Traveling Well

Avery Hale Smith's take on “wellness” as a holistic experience.

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