Lauran and I met on a school bus. She was wearing a propeller hat and fake glasses with tape on the bridge and rainbow suspenders to hold the outfit together. It was love at first sight. Ok, not really, but we did meet on the school bus during the Backroads California Staff Ride in 2010 and the them…

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 Swi…

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.

Bonjour! Time to download your favorite language app, because we’re going to France! More accurately, we’re going to the island of Corsica, France’s Mediterranean jewel. Known as L’Île de Beauté, Corsica lives up to its name as the Isle of Beauty with its glimmering coastlines, lush terrain, rock fo…

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

If you’re looking for smooth riding, sunshine and head-turning scenery for your next cycling holiday in Europe, look no further than Spain. With varied terrain composed of pale grasslands, huge mountains, picturesque beaches and snaking river valleys, you’ll easily find the perfect cycling route for…

Creating an itinerary for a European family vacation that balances adventure, culture and relaxation can be a challenge. At Backroads, we have active travel family vacations that combine all three for families, whether your family includes kids, teens or young adults, so your next family trip can be…

Did you know that 63% of travelers are women? What about the fact that 85% of solo travelers are female? We here at Backroads are celebrating the women traveling around the world with our brand-new collection of Women’s Adventures!

Want to travel solo but not alone? Choose a Backroads adventure where you can choose how much or how little group time you need. It’s the ultimate freedom!

Choosing the river cruise that aligns with your interests can be both exciting and overwhelming. Do you dream of exploring fairytale castles, charming towns, lush vineyards or famous cities? Are you bringing the kids? Teenagers? Adult children? Do you want to cross multiple borders and see many coun…