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Islande en moto: interview with Emmanuel Milou

Landscape photographer Emmanuel Milou shares how he builds images on the road: Blue Hour discipline, long exposures, and the pull of the North. From a winter Iceland trip to the Canadian Rockies and remote Churchill (no road access, 3-day train), he explains what light teaches you—and why slowing down can make your next islande en moto ride feel deeper and safer.

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USA motorcycle trips: when to go?

Compare the best travel windows for the Southwest, Colorado, Florida, the Northeast and Route 66. Find practical advice on heat, daily riding and national park passes, plus two motorcycle tours to explore when planning your departure.

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Route 66: history, itinerary and iconic stops

Discover the history of Route 66 and its iconic stops, from Chicago to Santa Monica. Learn how historic alignments differ from a modern tour and plan your stages, stops and actual riding distance.

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Roadtrip in Morocco: Drive the Dadès Gorges Road

Dadès Gorges: Morocco’s road of the week

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Road Trip Moto Maroc: What to Do & Where to Go

A practical Morocco roadtrip plan for riders and drivers: Atlas gorges (Dades/Todra), Merzouga dunes, imperial cities and Atlantic air in Essaouira. Includes realistic driving times (2h30/174 km), suggested pace (6–8h riding), where to slow down, and 2026-ready tips for offline maps, cash, heat and connectivity—built for moto trail, 4x4 or campervan loops.

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Agnès on the road: a mystical motorcycle roadtrip across Turkey’s inner lands

Agnès’ mystical Turkey roadtrip: Van to Kaş. Breakdowns in Mardin, Aramaic chants in Tur Abdin, 300 km heat to Lake Van, three quiet days in Uçhisar, balloons at sunrise, and a boat escape to Simena’s sunken city. A rider’s diary of storms, hospitality, and big horizons—plus a pro tip on pacing long, hot stages and a mini-FAQ for planning your own route.

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Hubert, 68 — Ten years of sidecar roads around the world

He sold everything, left New York at 6:04 a.m., and turned a BMW sidecar into a decade-long home. From the Dempster Highway to Tuktoyaktuk in -40°C, then across the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa—Hubert’s story is a lesson in discipline, solitude, and freedom. A grounded read for anyone dreaming of a motorcycle world tour in 2026, with one pro fatigue-saving method.

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Motorcycle Trip Portugal: Best Summer Routes (2026)

Ride Portugal in Summer—Still Underrated A motorcycle trip Portugal that stays simple and rewarding: Atlantic coast curves, Serra da Estrela at 1,993 m, Arrábida, Évora and Alentejo wine roads. Plan 3–5 hours of real riding per day, keep daylight margins, and use Lisbon/Porto as smart rest days. Includes a 7–10 day timing idea, common mistakes to avoid, and a 2026 note on access rules and insurance coverage.

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Valentine’s roadtrip ideas: 6 romantic escapes to ride in 2026

Valentine’s roadtrip: 6 rides for 2026 Swap the predictable gift for a week on the road: Vespa around Lake Garda, Puglia’s white villages, the Mille Miglia vibe in a Fiat 500, Portugal by motorcycle, or Morocco by 4x4. Six romantic routes designed for real time together—short ride blocks, scenic pauses, and practical 2026 tips (offline maps, eSIM, booking, heat management).

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Roadtrip moto Italie: interview Vespa & Fiat 500

Interview with Roberta: Vespa & Fiat 500 in Italy. Since 2003, she’s been shaping slow, authentic routes away from the obvious—120 automatic 125cc Vespas (B license) and 10 Fiat 500 cabriolets, with a hands-on maintenance approach. From Puglia’s Trulli of Alberobello to unexpected “nonna” moments during a hailstorm, her trips put the ride at the heart of Italy’s most human landscapes and flavors.

Family Campervan Trip in Oceania: Australia & NZ

Australia and New Zealand are ideal for a family campervan trip—if you plan the rhythm right. Learn how long to go, which motorhome to choose for toddlers or teens, how to handle Australia’s 700 km stages, where to sleep legally, and why all‑included insurance matters. Built with Fabrice, Planet Ride’s local expert on the ground.

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Australia Road Trip Interview: Thomas, Photographer

From 28,000 km across the USA to a 3-month loop of Australia (30,000–33,000 km), Thomas Hucteau shares the mindset and logistics behind long-haul road travel. Route plan from Sydney via the Blue Mountains, vehicle choices, preparation discipline, and the music and food that shape the road. Follow his journey day by day via Planet Ride and his blog.