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Why it’s essential to explore Iceland by 4x4

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.

Thomas Hucteau: a roadtrip obsession in Australia

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.

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Can You Do a Roadtrip on a Budget?

Roadtrip on a budget: ride smarter in 2026

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Corsica by Motorhome with Planet Ride: 21 Days on the Island

A circuit motorhome Corsica built for real island driving: meet before the ferry, pace the toughest coastal stages, and sleep at campgrounds to keep the trip smooth and respectful. Pierre-Emmanuel shares the logic behind the 21-day loop—Bastia to Cap Corse, Calvi, the west coast, Ajaccio, Bonifacio and Corte—plus practical habits that make a small-group journey work. From €1,135 per person.

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New Crazy Project: 12,700 km Solo by Motorcycle — Mongolia to France

Jean, 26, is about to launch a 12,700 km solo ride from Ulaanbaatar to France. In this Planet Ride interview, he explains why he chose to go alone, how he built a realistic multi-month rhythm (3+ months plus buffer), and where admin constraints shape the route. A grounded dose of motivation—and one pro tip to manage fatigue over the long haul.

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Planet Ride is innovating in the tourism industry

Planet Ride is innovating with “Follow Your Road”, a free online format designed for riders who want real answers before committing. In 15 minutes, Baptiste and a local Partner Specialist present the trips; the live Q&A covers routes, seasons, daily pace, bikes and practical details. Next up: Portugal with Jean‑François. Replay available from the USA session with Marcel.

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American West motorcycle roadtrip: parks and cities

Plan an American West motorcycle roadtrip through Grand Canyon, Zion, Arches, Monument Valley, Las Vegas and San Francisco. Includes 2026 tips on distance, heat, reservations, offline maps and realistic riding pace.

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Planet Ride & Lemon Way: even more secure payments

Secure payments, smoother roadtrip booking. Planet Ride partners with Lemon Way to strengthen checkout security, improve traceability in France, and offer more payment methods—credit card, SEPA transfer, and bank cheque—so you can confirm your trip with confidence while local specialists prepare your adventure worldwide.

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Choosing a Self-Guided Motorcycle Tour: “Freedom” Formula (1/3)

Choosing a self-guided motorcycle tour: what’s really included (bike, GPX/roadbook, hotels), how to read a quote like a rider, and how to pick the right destination for your level—from first-timers (USA, France, Portugal, Italy) to experienced routes (Romania, Balkans, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand). Includes practical 2026 updates on offline navigation, eSIM coverage, peak-season lodging, and access rules.

The Great Ocean Road, Australia: the coastal classic you should ride at least once

Ride Australia’s Great Ocean Road in 2–4 days: a 253 km coastal ribbon from Melbourne to Port Fairy built as a WWI memorial. Expect cliffside corners, surf culture in Torquay and Bells Beach, forest pockets in the Great Otways, the Twelve Apostles, and marine life near Warrnambool. Practical pacing and fatigue tips included for a smoother, safer roadtrip.