The untouched Tusheti on a bike – captured by Lee

Author: | 09.12.2010
The untouched Tusheti on a bike – captured by Lee
Georgia and especially Georgian mountains offer fantastic photographing opportunities. The mountains are untouched, free of tourists; people still stick to their centuries old lifestyle and traditions. Lee Murrand went to a cycling tour in Tusheti in Georgian mountains and came back with heaps of photos. Selected and commented photos are available here in this photoblog. At the beginning getting up the hill feels quite pleasant. You put . . . Keep reading >

Taavi Sumberg – inspired by crazy ideas

Author: | 25.11.2010
Taavi Sumberg – inspired by crazy ideas
Three years ago he became addicted to long distance running. He was the first Estonian to successfully participate at 4 Desert Run ultramarathon races in Sahara and Gobi deserts, where he covered 250 kilometres at 45 degrees C. Check out the video from here: In spring 2010, he ran by himself 1000 kilometres around Estonia - 66 kilometres per day. On the last day of his race he covered 165 kilometres without a break, while being awake for 42 ho. . . Keep reading >

10 most frequently asked questions about cycling tours

Author: | 23.11.2010
10 most frequently asked questions about cycling tours
What are the advantages of a cycling tour? Bicycling provides reasonable physical activity and everybody can do it. Moving around on the bike is an ideal way to enjoy the surroundings because the pace of biking is optimal and allows you to see more without missing details. Do I need some previous experience? Experience is always good but the lack of it should not change your decision to join the cycling tour. Every bike ride begins with. . . Keep reading >

Scuba diving vacations to the best and most interesting dive sites – an interview with Ivar Treffner

Author: | 19.11.2010
Scuba diving vacations to the best and most interesting dive sites – an interview with Ivar Treffner
What is the difference between regular and diving trips? Diving trips are designed to match the specific needs of divers.  Hotels are close to diving centres and daily transfers to the diving centre are pre-arranged. All the diving centres that we use have passed our personal on-site inspection; they are internationally licensed and meet our requirements. Do I need some previous experience? Well, it depends. Obviously, you need scuba. . . Keep reading >

Photo Diary of Ladies Trekking 2010

Author: | 10.11.2010
Photo Diary of Ladies Trekking 2010
Ladies Trekking raised 1400 EUR for charity donation, that will be given to Msafiri English Medium School. We express our special grattitude to Zonta International District 20 ( Finland/ Estonia) who donated 600 EUR. The money will be used to build new classrooms. All the participants of Kilimanjaro project spent a wonderful day at that school: they participated in the lessons, had lunch with the students and got a good overview of school's furth. . . Keep reading >

Israel – Totally different biking with our friend Max!

Author: | 03.11.2010
Israel – Totally different biking with our friend Max!
Why do you recommend Israel as a bicycle tour destination? In Israel, biking is possible nearly year round. Experience the scenery from the mountainous deserts of the South to the lush forests of the North. Visit and feel 2000 years of history, follow the footsteps of Jesus and see where he performed his most famous miracles. Visit Jerusalem and understand its importance to all the major religions. Experience the warmth of the local people, a. . . Keep reading >

Gross National Happiness – no longer just Bhutan’s priority.

Author: | 27.10.2010
Gross National Happiness – no longer just Bhutan’s priority.
You have a name causing respect - Karma. Is that a usual name for a Bhutanese man or does it give to you some particular strength? Karma is indeed usual Bhutanese name given to both male and female signifying the not strength, but identity. Karma in Sanskrit is ‘deed’ You have been working in the tourism industry for many years and seen many changes taking place in Bhutan. You have also witnessed Bhutan opening itself. What has been the big. . . Keep reading >

Adrenaline rush on the Nile – an interview with Thomas Madsen

Author: | 22.10.2010
Adrenaline rush on the Nile – an interview with Thomas Madsen
Originally he came to Uganda to work for a South African telephone company for 6 months, but ended up working for the company for 7 years. While working at the telephone company Thomas found that he had a burning passion for white water rafting and so he started Nalubale Rafting in 2005. Thomas have participated in different rafting expeditions on the Nile and so far he has rafted from The Source of the Nile in Jinja, Uganda to 100 kilometers Nor. . . Keep reading >

Biking in the godforsaken periphery of Europe

Author: | 20.10.2010
Biking in the godforsaken periphery of Europe
Pushing the limits One uphill climb followed after another, the next one steeper than the previous… Can cars really climb these hills? I push myself to the limit; until I have to come off the bike. Yet, my pulse rate is still 175 strokes per minute. It’s really hard to get back in the saddle again. Like an acrobat, I try to stabilize my bike as I climb the next steep hill. Every ascent, less than 5%, qualifies as a rest – can’t wait the . . . Keep reading >