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Ben’s Motorcycle Tour de France: 5 Stops That Still Echo

After a tough 2016 layoff, Ben swapped his guitar for a Mash 400cc and rode a three-week loop around France. Instead of a strict itinerary, he came back with five places that still echo: Lake Paladru’s turquoise calm, Vosges dawn at Col de la Schlucht, the hypnotic straights of the Landes, foggy Pyrenean climbs at Col d’Elhursaro, and the wind-swept silence of Étang de Soulcem—plus a rider tip and mini-FAQ.

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Roadtrip Asie: Django Adventure Episode 5 Myanmar

Django Adventure Ep.5: Across Myanmar | After two intense weeks riding Django scooters from Mumbai across India, Samuel and Ambroise enter Myanmar. This episode captures the shift in rhythm—greener valleys, a slower pace, and the discipline that makes long-distance scooter travel work. Watch the video, steal the micro-tactics (fuel, breaks, offline maps), and check today’s border and permit realities before planning your own ride.

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Roadtrip in Brazil: Preparation Tips (2026 Ready)

Practical prep for a Brazil roadtrip: key Portuguese phrases, offline navigation, eSIM basics, fuel and hydration habits, plus a safe pacing method to avoid fatigue—ideal whether you start in Rio or head for the Nordeste backroads. Includes a short FAQ and a Planet Ride motorized adventure suggestion.

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Planet Ride at Mahana Lyon: meet the roadtrip specialists

Motorcycle roadtrip planning at Mahana Lyon 2026: meet Planet Ride, validate routes, logistics and timing, and leave with a buildable itinerary.

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Plan your next Goldwing adventure with Planet Ride

6 Goldwing roadtrips with Planet Ride and FGWCF. From Ireland and Corsica to Route 66 and the US national parks, discover what each ride is really about, how to pace your days, and the simple habits that keep touring effortless. Get the official details and plan your 2026 departure with the Goldwing community.

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Motorcycle trip in the USA: top bike weeks (2016)

Ride the USA when it’s loudest. This curated list of major 2016 Bike Weeks and motorcycle fests helps you time a motorcycle trip in the USA around Daytona, Laughlin, Austin, Laconia, Sturgis, Las Vegas and Biketoberfest. Each stop includes what it is, why it matters, and where/when to be there—plus a Planet Riders’ pick and a quick FAQ to plan smarter.

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Fiat 500 Fridges: When Smeg Turns a Car Icon into Cold Storage

Sometimes, the best ideas come from unlikely collisions. The Fiat 500 fridge turns the legendary car front into a functional Smeg refrigerator: 100 liters of capacity, four color options, and even working headlights. A premium, collector-style design object that brings automotive emotion indoors—plus what to double-check before buying in 2026 (availability, specs, delivery and support).

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You Know You’re a Traveler When… (and Not Just a Tourist)

10 telltale habits that separate a traveler from a tourist: the quiet jealousy, the next-trip planning mid-journey, the border-post mindset, and the way you adapt when plans collapse. A Planet Ride-style checklist for roadtrip lovers—plus what you should double-check before heading out in 2026 (entry rules, insurance, and local regulations for motorized travel).

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Namibia 4x4 roadtrip: interview with Pascal & Chris

Interview with Pascal & Chris in Namibia: two Planet Ride 4x4 specialists sharing what really matters on the ground. Watch the full video, understand why local judgement beats generic advice, and take away practical anchors—season, early starts, fuel and water planning, and offline-ready navigation—to start shaping your own Namibia 4x4 roadtrip with confidence.

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Crowdfunding: Our Entrepreneurial Roadtrip

Discover how Planet Ride turned crowdfunding into a rider-first growth journey. In 2015, we raised €300,000 via Sowefund—funding a stronger team, more trusted local roadtrip experts, and a bigger community. This founder-led story explains what crowdfunding changes for investors and why it fits our DNA, plus practical, on-the-ground realities of building safer motorized roadtrips—and what to plan for when booking in 2026.

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Thailand Travel Photos: Our Favorites (Curated)

Thailand travel photos, curated in 5 vignettes: an island ferry crossing, a quiet monk-school scene, Bangkok’s MBK Center, a perfect sunset pause, and the Huai Mae Khamin waterfalls. Each stop includes why it matters for riders and when to time it—so your roadtrip captures the same in-between moments, not just the postcard views.

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Financing a Round-the-World Trip with Withholding Tax: Yes, It Can Help

Withholding tax won’t pay for your journey—but it can smooth your cashflow before departure. Learn how to budget taxes monthly, pick a cashflow-ready leaving date, cut fixed home costs, and avoid early-trip budget shocks. Includes a practical FAQ and the original deep-dive link to understand the mechanism in detail.

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