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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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USA motorcycle trip: unmissable 2017 rallies & 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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Roadtrip in Chile: 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 Do | Planet Ride

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: keys to get 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.

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Iceland 4x4 road trip: why it’s essential in 2026

Why explore Iceland by 4x4? A field-ready mini guide to access F-roads and the highlands, handle gravel and fords, and keep your itinerary safe and realistic. Includes 2026 planning updates (seasonality, reservations, eSIM + offline maps) plus a short FAQ on license, best season, and whether 4x4 is mandatory.

Australia roadtrip moto: Thomas Hucteau’s story

Thomas Hucteau shares his Australia roadtrip moto mindset: wide-open nature, real-distance pacing, and why photography changes the way you ride. Find the full interview link, his photo portfolio and travel notes, plus a practical mini-guide (fuel routine, water access, offline maps, wind and weather management). A compact portrait to turn inspiration into a workable plan.

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The Trip kicks off: Planet Ride’s first community roadtrip begins

Planet Ride’s The Trip launched on Sept 10, 2016 from Barapapa in Paris: 4 riders, 3 months on the road, 8 countries across 4 continents, filmed with onboard cameras and shaped by the audience. From France and Italy to Kyrgyzstan, Rajasthan, Bali, Namibia and Florida—here’s the route, the concept, and the practical launch info, plus what still matters when you plan a 2026-style ride.

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Planet Ride explains what to do if you lose your passport while traveling

Lose your passport on the road? Follow the right order: loss vs theft, who to contact in France or abroad, and what documents to prepare for a replacement. This mini-guide keeps it practical for roadtrip conditions—remote areas, real driving time, and admin delays—with 2026 updates on eSIM, offline maps, and digital backups so your trip doesn’t derail.