Michigan is a top destination for active travelers thanks to its Great Lakes coastline, scenic biking, hiking, wine country and landmarks like Sleeping Bear Dunes and car-free Mackinac Island. Backroads explores them all on new Michigan adventures.

New to cycling with Backroads? Part 1 of this beginner-friendly guide covers the essentials, from bike types and cycling gear to e-bikes, pedals and riding comfort. Learn practical tips from a veteran Backroads Trip Leader and build the confidence to enjoy your first cycling adventure.

Italian coffee is more than a drink. It's a daily ritual and an important part of Italian culture. This guide explains the most common coffee drinks in Italy, when locals drink them and how travelers can confidently order coffee like a local.

Looking for the best places to travel in January 2027? From snow-covered trails in the Dolomites to tropical escapes in Thailand, Hawaii, the Galápagos and New Zealand, these five destinations offer unforgettable ways to start the year.

Backroads hotels are carefully selected to enhance each trip, not just provide a place to stay. From Luxury Hotels to boutique properties, every stay is chosen for how well it connects guests to the destination and complements the overall experience.

Can children with severe food allergies travel safely? Yes! Hear from a Backroads mom as she shares key strategies for trip planning, dining and emergency preparedness for confident family travel.

For cyclists seeking something new in Europe, Cyprus combines coastal routes along the Mediterranean coast with sustained climbs into the Troodos Mountains. Wide, lightly traveled roads, scenic valleys and historic villages create a challenging, uncrowded alternative to Europe’s better-known cycling destinations.

What does responsible travel look like in action? Key lessons from Alaska's USTOA Sustainability Summit and how Backroads is advancing responsible travel through conservation, community partnerships and sustainable tourism practices.

When Meg Zucker, author of Born Extraordinary, joined a cycling trip in Mallorca, she wasn't looking for special treatment, just an opportunity to explore. What she found was a welcoming community, supportive Trip Leaders and a powerful reminder that adventure travel can be accessible to everyone.

Discover ancient forests, vast canyons and enduring cultures that reveal America’s story long before its founding.