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Lapland Snowmobile Adventure: Practical Flight & Travel Advice

Discover how to reach Finnish Lapland for an unforgettable snowmobile trip. This expert Planet Ride guide explains when to book, which airports to choose (Kittilä, Ivalo, Rovaniemi), how to manage transfers and baggage for winter motor travel, and what passenger rights to know. Practical, up-to-date advice to help you arrive relaxed and ready for the ride.

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The Most Beautiful Road of the Week: Irohazaka, Japan

48 hairpins, a 400 m climb, and one-way flow that makes every corner feel clean: Irohazaka is Nikko’s signature mountain stretch. Ride up to Akechidaira for the wide valley view, then descend on the older road to pause at a waterfall viewpoint. Go early in October–November for peak autumn colors without the crowds, and treat it like a short technical run: smooth inputs, generous margins, and regular micro-breaks.

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The Most Beautiful Road of the Week: Tail of the Dragon (North Carolina)

Tail of the Dragon: 318 curves in 18 km—an intense US 129 ribbon from North Carolina to Tennessee. Best riding window (Nov–May), real-world safety cues (Tree of Shame), wildlife and changing light in the forest, plus nearby connectors like NC-28 and US-441 to turn one legendary segment into a full Smokies day ride—with practical 2026 navigation and crowd tips.

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Atlantic Road (Atlanterhavsveien): Norway’s Ocean-Crossing Icon

Discover the Atlantic Road (Atlanterhavsveien) — an 8.2 km engineering gem that threads eight bridges across skerries and open ocean. This expert guide from Planet Ride highlights what to expect (narrow bridges, dramatic waves at storm, wildlife glimpses), practical driving tips, best seasons for photography, and how to safely include the route in a longer coastal road trip. Perfect for drivers and riders seeking a short, memorable stretch of Norway’s western coast.

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Karakoram Highway — The Ultimate 4x4 Road Trip in Pakistan

Karakoram Highway 4x4 road trip: 1,000+ km to Khunjerab Pass (4,800 m). Highlights, pacing tips, and 2026-ready logistics.

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Django Adventure: the new edition of a one-of-a-kind scooter roadtrip

Peugeot Django 125cc, a 100% female duo, and a route designed by Planet Ride: the Django Adventure links Paris to Casablanca in around 3,000 km over 40+ days. From Bordeaux to Madrid, Granada to Rabat, follow a scooter roadtrip built for encounters, landscapes, and a daily travel diary—plus practical checks for documents, fuel, heat, and offline navigation.

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The most beautiful safari circuits in South Africa

Discover South Africa’s finest safari and road‑trip routes with Planet Ride. From the vast Kruger ecosystems to Hluhluwe‑iMfolozi’s rhino conservation, the Garden Route’s coastal beauty and the Cape Winelands’ tasting rooms, this expert guide balances practical logistics (vehicles, malaria advice, permits) with responsible travel tips and suggested itineraries for 10–14 day adventures. Ideal for 4x4 drivers, motorcyclists and campervan travelers seeking authentic wildlife encounters and local culture.

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Motorcycle Meetups in the USA: the unmissable 2017 dates

From Daytona to Sturgis, this 2017 selection highlights the USA’s most iconic motorcycle rallies. For each stop: what it is, why it matters, and how to plug it into a USA motorcycle trip without burning yourself out. Expect big crowds, tight lodging, and real-world rider advice on pacing, heat, wind and urban traffic—plus Planet Ride’s USA tours to build the roadtrip around the event.

New Zealand Lord of the Rings roadtrip: filming locations from Hobbiton to Mordor

Discover Middle-earth in real life: a practical Planet Ride guide to New Zealand’s top LOTR and Hobbit filming locations. From Hobbiton in Matamata to Mount Ngauruhoe (Mount Doom) and the Putangirua Pinnacles, learn how to reach each site, the best season to go, safety and access tips, and sample driving itineraries that balance iconic film spots with New Zealand’s natural highlights. Perfect for fans and travel-savvy adventurers planning a 10–14 day motorized circuit.

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The most beautiful road of the week: Chile’s Carretera Austral (Route 7)

A 1,240 km Patagonia traverse from Puerto Montt to Villa O’Higgins, where asphalt and gravel alternate, fjords force ferry breaks, and weather shifts fast. Discover why this road rewards patience, how to pace stages realistically (300 km can fill a day), and the two iconic stops to build around: Glacier Leones and the Marble Caves on Lake General Carrera.

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10 Things Motorcyclists Always Do (And You’ll Recognize Yourself)

Discover 10 things motorcyclists do that you’ll instantly recognize: the pre-ride checks, the “V” salute, the obsession with twisties and tire wear. A light, true-to-life list written from the saddle—with one Planet Ride pro tip to keep day rides safer and more enjoyable, plus a short FAQ on filtering, daily distance and offline navigation.

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South Africa Safari: All the Keys to Getting It Right (2026)

Plan your South Africa safari without the classic pitfalls. From entry paperwork and malaria-aware precautions to a packing list that works on dusty tracks, this mini-guide helps you choose between public parks and private reserves, shape a realistic 7–10 day rhythm, and get the most from Kruger and beyond.