1. See South India through the locals’ eyes South India is full of never-ending things to explore and exciting experiences you can be a part of. Using the (adapted) phrase ‘when in India, do as the Indians do‘, you’ll find endless chances to learn from the friendly local people. You may start by interacting with […]
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5 JAPANESE EXPERIENCES YOU’LL LOVE IN 2020
SpiceRoads goes to the far east again in 2020 with a brand new tour in Japan! This year, with the advent of the Tokyo Olympics, the land of the rising sun will be showcasing its ancient traditions and rich culture to the entire world. Our new Japan Heritage tour brings you to the epicenter of […]
Loy Krathong: Thailand’s festival of lights and rivers
Every November, Thailand’s rivers, canals, lakes, and ponds, and even sometimes swimming pools and fountains, light up with beautiful floral creations, sending wishes and hopes for blessings and forgiveness into nature. Loy Kratong, which translates loosely to “floating basket”, is celebrated on the evening of the full moon of the 12th month of the Thai […]
Interview with Guide Wayan, Bali
Tell me about yourself My name is Wayan Arta Yasa and I am Balinese. In Bali we only use four names, and the names are given based on birth order. Wayan is the name given to the first born – I am the oldest! If you are called “Made” or “Kadek” you are second born, […]
SpiceRoads Head Office now features new bike-themed mural
A bright new mural promoting cycle touring in Thailand has been painted on the front wall of the SpiceRoads Head Office in Bangkok. The scene is a colourful portrayal of cycling through the green and pleasant countryside surrounding Bangkok. Local artist Qucan was trained at the College of Fine Arts in Bangkok and is well-known […]
Visit SpiceRoads at UK cycle show in September!
We’re venturing out of Asia to attend the UK Cycle Show 2013 at the NEC in Birmingham at the end of September. Struan and Patricia will be there and would love to see former and future riders, so please drop by our booth (H58 in the Holiday zone) to say hello and get firsthand information […]
Cycling Colourful Kyushu Island
Our first bicycle tour to Kyushu island in Japan proved to be very colourful indeed. Our tour started off with a fabulous meal in Kumamoto. We dined on too many courses to count and for some of us it was the first time eating raw fish! We have a new sushi convert in the group! […]