Category: Tourism & Travel

1. Toca da Raposa - A small and cozy campsite in the foothills of the Serra da Estrela Mountains, in Portugal,

   Posted on 12:00pm Friday 8th Sep 2017

   ... surrounded by nature and the ideal spot to explore this beautiful region. Enjoy a pleasant and carefree stay in a welcoming atmosphere... 

   Popular with touring motorcyclists with access to good roads over hilltops, mountains, through river valleys and to castles. The friendly owners can suggest several day trips with places of interest and splendid routes, as well as magnificent spots nearby. Special offers for groups.

   A choice of accommodation from small and large erected and equipped tents, lovely wooden cabins and caravans, at great rates.

   The on-site bar/ restaurant is a meeting place for guests and local people, surrounded by exotic plants and trees, serving delicious dishes for breakfast and dinner, refreshing drinks, ice creams, snacks and Belgian Beer. Also a refreshing swimming pool, hot showers and modern toilet block.

   Along the EM 504 road in Central Portugal, on the border between the two districts of Coimbra and Guarda, near the picturesque villages of Meruge, Santa Eulália and Lagares da Beira, within an easy ride to the cities of Oliveira do Hospital, Coimbra and Viseu, Piódão, the Forest of Buçaco, Monsanto and the coastal city of Porto, known for its medieval riverside, stately bridges and narrow cobbled streets.

   where: Quinta do Amial, Meruge, 3405-351 Oliveira do Hospital, Portugal. GPS: N 40 23.951 / W 7 49.567

   www.toca-da-raposa.com

   www.facebook.com/Toca-da-Raposa-Camping-1721994084687356/

2. Africa Twin Adventures - Based in Cape Town, South Africa...

   Posted on 12:00pm Wednesday 6th Sep 2017

   ... offering exclusive and luxury adventure motorcycle tour experiences on a fleet of Honda Africa Twin motorcycles. 

   Owner Gavin born in Cape Town, has a passion for his hometown and the wider Western Cape region, motorcycle riding and nature and with 15 years of hard-core motorcycle trips under the belt realizes that a high standard of accommodation and meals are as important as the ride and the views to make a tour a tr...uly unforgettable experience!

   Traveling at speed to reach destinations can be exhilarating, however the reality of this can be that you can miss a lot along the way, not having enough time to enjoy the scenery and breathe in the fresh air. ATA take exceptional care to offer and ensure amazing rides and tour options, while paying as much attention to the comfort and enjoyment factor during the ride and also when you are not on the motorcycle.

   Here the tours focus on shorter daily distances, providing enough time to take in the sights and sounds along the way, as well as everything the beautiful countryside has to offer. This approach results in safer riding as riders do not have to struggle to keep up with a group and so can enjoy the riding. A back-up vehicle is provided for each tour and follows the riders, meaning no luggage to carry. The tours cater for smaller groups, include the motorcycle hire, riding kit, meals, fuel and accommodation and can be described as an exclusive, luxury and truly an unforgettable riding experience!

   Routes cater for various tourist attractions including firm favorites such as Whale and Winelands, endless sea views, natural forests, Cederberg rugged region, quaint little towns and villages, the world famous Cango Caves, semi-desert rock formations and game farms hosting many of the great African wild life species. The seasoned tour guides know and understand the roads and road conditions and have excellent knowledge of the regions you will travel through, places of interest, general attractions and the locals. They are there not only to guide your journey, but also to add flavour to your experience.

   www.africatwinadventures.com

   www.facebook.com/Africatwinadventures/

    

   

3. Fancy a night (or two) beside the seaside?

   Posted on 12:00pm Saturday 26th Aug 2017

   Then check out these great Biker Friendly Places in Blackpool...

   Number One St Luke's and Roachvale, both on the South Shore and close to the Promenade and Pleasure Beach, with secure motorbike parking, so ideal for places to stay in this bustling seaside resort!

   Roachvale - Here owners Rob and Tina - Bikers with 35+ years riding welcome you. 

   Licensed with a well-stocked bar where beers, bottled and canned drinks are sold at competitive prices. All rooms are en-suite with tea/coffee facilities and small flatscreen tv’s. Great rates for B&B and/or room only.

   Number One St Luke's - a boutique B&B with large gardens complete with hot tub and putting green.
   Stylish rooms, that come with Egyptian cotton bedlinen, 42" plasma tv, refreshment trays and en-suite including a Whirlpool Bath, SplashTV, power shower and music system.

   See more here

4. There is something quite magical about sitting around a campfire...

   Posted on 12:00pm Thursday 24th Aug 2017

   ... and on THE BIKER GUIDE we know of some campsites where campfires are allowed and where Bikers are welcome!

   Doone Valley Campsite, Lynton, Devon 
   www.doonevalleycampsite.co.uk

   Caffyns Farm - Exmoor Coast
   www.exmoorcoastholidays.co.uk

   Platt's Farm - North Wales
   www.plattsfarm.com

5. Debbie and Peter at The Rosscourt, welcomed Lewis and Pete Spencer

   Posted on 8:00am Friday 11th Aug 2017

   ... with friends to the hotel. They were due to come down on their motorbikes. Sadly the British weather was not at its best and they resorted to the car. During their stay, Debbie discovered that Pete and Lewis had organised a motorbike ride in aid of the Friends of The Wisdom Hospice in Kent.

   They sadly lost their father in September 2016. The hospice is a charity close to Debbie’s heart, as she to lost her dad there, in 2007. Debbie raises money for the hospice through sending overnight holiday vouchers to them for raffles, collecting small change from guests through the year and Debbie’s children’s book “The Adventures of Mr Rusty Futteridge in Bournemouth” has been selling in the hotel and £1 of every sale donated to the hospice.

   It was a shame not to have seen the group on their bikes, however they kindly have allowed us to share their photo, outside of the hospice in Rochester Kent from their charity bike ride. (Pete and Lewis are on the right of the photo) 

   The Rosscourt welcomes Bikers from all over the country and Europe. Free on site parking, en-suite comfortable rooms with plenty of space for all the motorbike equipment and flexible breakfast options, makes it an ideal location for rest and relaxation or a base to explore the Dorset countryside and beaches.
   
   www.therosscourtbedandbreakfast.co.uk