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10 Best Europe Vacation Tours for Families
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Welcome to The BackBeat!

Welcome to The BackBeat, the Backroads blog. Looking for pro tips and a peek behind the scenes on trips around the world? We’ve got you covered. Tips and tales from the road and trail? Find it right here. Inspiration for your next epic adventure? Welcome to The BackBeat.

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March 4, 2024

Best Family Vacation Tours

One of the things we hear most often from parents on our trips is that they love traveling with us because it’s one of the only times in their busy lives when all they have to do is show up and have fun. You meet us on day one, and we take care of the rest. A truly carefree vacation!

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March 4, 2024

The Best Croatia Bike Tours

Croatia: it’s one of our favorite places to host our guests, and for good reason! Whether it’s the iconic architecture made famous by Game of Thrones, crystal blue waters or delicious meats and seafood, Croatia delivers a wide range of experiences that we love to share.

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Introducing the new Backroads Performance Bike
February 29, 2024

Video: Meet the Backroads Performance Bike

Check out our new video to get acquainted with the Backroads Performance Road Bike.

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February 13, 2024

Top Ten Trips for Beer Lovers

After a fun-filled and full day of biking or hiking, there’s nothing like sipping a cold beer and taking in a stunning view. Whether you fancy celebrating in a festive biergarten in Germany or drinking craft beer along the rocky coastline of Maine, a cold brew after an exciting day of adventure is the perfect recipe for a vacation well spent.

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January 18, 2024

A Day in the Life with Backroads in New Zealand

A day in the life of a guest on our New Zealand trip.

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January 17, 2024

World’s Best Hikes

One of the things that I like about hiking is that you don’t need to be doing the “best” hike in the world to be having a good time. You get to be out in nature with people you care about, enjoying any one of the varied landscapes our planet has to offer. Whether it’s walking in rural Vermont’s rolling hills or trekking in Mount Everest, at the core of it, we’re all just having a good time in the great outdoors.

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January 9, 2024

Five Tips to Make 2024 Your Best Year of Travel Ever

As borders reopen around the globe, a world of possibilities is opening up for travelers. Read on and discover tips to make 2022 your best year of travel ever.

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January 4, 2024

Top Ten Travel Trends for 2024: Unique Outdoor Experiences Are Trending

Camino de Santiago, Scandinavia and Women’s Adventures Top the List of our top ten active travel trends in 2024 to help inspire your next grand adventure.

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November 21, 2023

Our Favorite Hikes in Iceland 

Iceland is a place where nature paints a mesmerizing canvas of rugged landscapes, dramatic waterfalls, and glaciers that seem to touch the sky. But there's no better way to truly experience this untamed beauty than by lacing up your hiking boots and embarking on an adventure through the country’s breathtaking terrain.

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September 21, 2023

Best Family Vacations in France

You're planning a family vacation and everyone in your family has different interests and preferences, right? Maybe you have a history buff, a wine enthusiast, a foodie or art lover, an adventure seeker or sun worshipper? The good news is that France offers something for each and every one of you.

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