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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.

July 2, 2019

Namibia & Zimbabwe Active Safari Video

We're excited to release our very first video to come from our Africa Active Safaris.

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Thomas Cole, A View of the Two Lakes and Mountain House, Catskill Mountains, Morning 1844
June 25, 2019

Ansel Adams, Georgia O'Keeffe & the Landscapes That Inspired Them

Explore with Backroads the remarkable landscapes that inspired the art of Ansel Adams, Georgia O’Keeffe, Claude Monet and many others.

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Twomey Winery, Calistoga
June 24, 2019

The Wines of Wine Country

Celebrate the exceptional union of the vélo and the vino with Backroads in California Wine Country! Spin, stop, sip, savor, spa and smile while you immerse yourself in the winemaking traditions of Napa and Sonoma Valleys.

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Bridalveil Falls, Yosemite National Park
June 20, 2019

Yosemite Walking & Hiking Tour Video

Yosemite National Park: 761,266 acres of "WOW!" Check our video showcasing Backroads Hiking & Walking Tour where we visit iconic sites like Half Dome, El Capitan & Yosemite Falls!

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Pool Relaxing in Germany with Backroads
June 19, 2019

The Relaxing Side of Backroads Trips

Wonder if you’ll have time to relax during your Backroads active adventure? Absolutely! In fact, sometimes it turns out that the quieter, not-so-active moments of travel are treasured as one of the highlights.

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June 13, 2019

Hiking in Utah

Utah is a magical place of diverse landscapes with enchanting geologic features. With over 70 percent of the land in the state in public hands, easily-accessible opportunities to hit your stride on the hiking trail are almost endless. Lace up your boots…Utah here we come!

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June 6, 2019

Top Five Places to Travel in September

What do Vermont, Appalachia and Italy have in common? They’re on Backroads’ list of Best Places to Travel in September!

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Lake Como Hiking with Backroads
June 6, 2019

Italy's Lake Como & Bellagio Video

Maggiore, Como and Orta could easily steal the title of Great Lakes. Shimmering blue waters set against a stunning alpine backdrop. Majestic palazzos, timeless villas and lovely lakeside towns. And quiet hikes above it all. The views, the flavors, the wines.

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May 29, 2019

How Fit Do You Have To Be To Go on a Backroads Trip?

It doesn’t take a pro-level fitness ability to have the time of your life on a Backroads trip! We design our trips with a variety of route options each day so you can meet or even challenge your own expectations of how far you think can go. A Backroads leader shares his tips on how to prepare for maximum power & fun on your next active adventure!

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May 18, 2019

History of America's National Parks

America’s National Park Service was founded on the ideals of individual naturalist authors and artists like John Muir. Their awe-turned-advocacy promoted a shift in thought: nature is a treasure that needs to be preserved, protected and cherished. Explore our National Parks with Backroads!

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