More and more travelers are discovering the joy of the journey on their hotel bicycles.
When one selects a hotel, whether, for business, leisure or leisure, one of the underrated factors for travelers is getting in touch with their surroundings. In real estate, it’s referred to as “location, location, location.” Hiking trails, walking tours, and even the conspicuous bus tour through the city around the hotel may be enjoyable – but often do not hold a candle to the experience of bicycling along the winding roads of new discoveries.
Besides the cardiovascular benefits of riding a bicycle, two-wheelers allow travelers to encounter their destination in much more personal interaction. Experiential travel is the buzzword right now, so a shoulder-eye view of the people and places you’ve only seen in 2D on an itinerary would make for a truly memorable adventure.
The bike ride-seeking tourist and business traveler need to consider certain factors before they decide to hop on and pedal off:
How challenging are the biking trails (single lane, paved, length, slope, elevation, terrain)?
What safety measures must be taken in unfamiliar locations?
What are the costs of the rental? Is it by the hour? The day? Does it include a helmet?
What’s interesting along the routes (shopping, sites, scenery, water)? We’ve discovered a few hotels, both at home and abroad, that provide unique bike rental experiences.
ROYAL PARK HOTEL, ROCHESTER, MI
This story is from the June 2019 edition of Business Traveler.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the June 2019 edition of Business Traveler.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
Train of Thought
As Amsterdam’s airport curtails flights because of environmental impact, KLM suggests that its passengers take to the rails
Entry Level
Why travelers are waiting weeks or even months to receive a new passport or renewal
Big Wheels
American Airlines offers a TSA-approved ground service between Philadelphia and surrounding airports
Le Bon Goût
Air France partners with Michelin-starred chefs for its new menus
First Glance
United unveils new high-end seats
Ring of Fire
In October and April, solar eclipses will dazzle the United States
Just Say Know
To improve mental health, learn new skills on the road—and have fun doing it
Rebalancing Act
How Finnair CEO Topi Manner led the airline through two external crises to bring it back on track
New Look
With industry innovations and a star-studded roster of clients, designer Peter Dundas is changing the shape of fashion
Food for Thought
The pioneering Spanish restaurant EI Bulli is transformed into a museum and culinary laboratory