Tips and Advice

Walking the West Highland Way in Scotland is certainly an adventure. You will get to experience the true beauty of Scotland while walking along this long-distance walking trail. Some people walk it for a challenge while raising money for charity, while others just enjoy walking long-distance trails. Having recently walked the West Highland Way ourselves...Read More

What should you do to prepare for your cycling holiday? Well, firstly this will depend on the difficulty of the tour you have selected. You can see our tour selector where you can find all our tours listed, along with the level of difficulty each tour is. Once you have booked your cycling tour and...Read More

If you have never taken an active holiday before considering one can be a daunting thought for many. Well, firstly you do not have to be super fit. You do not necessarily need to be an active type of person as at Hooked on Cycling we have cycling holidays for all levels of fitness. You...Read More

Many thousands of people tackle Scotland’s West Highland Way each year, so preparing for the West Highland Way is necessary! What can you do to prepare for the West Highland Way? Well, the West Highland Way (WHW) finds itself being tackled by beginners to the more experienced hikers. So let us tell you a few things to...Read More

A true Tuscan delight is what Pisa really is. A city that has a mass of tourists each day exploring due to the famous leaning tower. Which can sometimes be the only problem in high season is that it will be busy. The famous bell tower is in Piazza dei Miracoli (the Miracle Square) and is the...Read More

With warmer weather hopefully on the horizon, we thought it would be the perfect time to share some advice on what to wear when hiking in hot conditions. Dressing appropriately for the heat is crucial, not only for comfort but also for safety. Staying cool, protected from the sun, and well-hydrated can prevent heatstroke, sunburn,...Read More

Are you trying to decide where you should go on your next cycling holiday? Are you struggling to decide what country you should discover next or whether to go back to the same country you have already visited? Then, why not read our tips below on things to consider before choosing your next cycling holiday. If you are...Read More

It is a well-known fact that walking is good for you. You don’t have to get outdoors for hours at a time. Even just 30 minutes a day can do wonders for your body. So why not do more and get your boots on and get outside and explore some beautiful countries on your very...Read More

Situated on the River Serchio in Tuscany, Italy is the city of Lucca. It is famous for its Renaissance-era walls which surround the city. The area of most interest to visitors is still enclosed within the old city defensive wall. There are 100 churches within the city so exploring on foot or by bike is...Read More

Are you thinking do I need hiking poles to go out hiking? Then read on below and I will try to give you the pros and cons of hiking poles when out hiking. Firstly a little more info about hiking poles. Also known as trekking poles they can be great for extra stability on the...Read More