Cycling

Twin volcanoes rising from Lake Nicaragua, with farms and quiet beaches.

Wine country at the foot of the Andes. Mendoza is malbec, mountains, and outdoor adventure.

North America’s biggest ski resort, with a village and summer biking. Whistler is mountains year-round.

Capitol on an isthmus between two lakes. Madison is bikes, bars, and campus energy.

Flatirons, trails, and a walkable college town at the foot of the Rockies. Boulder is outdoorsy and health-focused.

Thatched houses and quiet canals with no roads, only boats and footpaths.

Alpine lake town with canals and a castle.

Burlington Vermont, USA — lake Champlain waterfront, bike path, and crunchy college town.

Thousands of lakes and forest in northeastern Poland, with sailing and cycling between villages.

Baltic island of round churches, cliffs, and smoked fish.

Gabled houses, bikes, and houseboats on concentric canals.

City of lakes with bike paths, sculpture garden, and four distinct seasons.

Pine forests, saltwater lakes, and quiet coves on a southern Adriatic island.

Acadia National Park, USA — rocky coast, granite peaks, and carriage roads on Mount Desert Island.

Green city with bridges, food carts, and waterfalls just east in the gorge.

Red rock arches, canyons, and desert rivers in southeastern Utah.

La Digue Island, Seychelles — granite boulders, ox-cart pace, and Anse Source d'Argent's pink sand.

High desert city by a river with craft beer and trails. Bend is outdoorsy and sunny.

River, foothills, and a growing food scene. Boise is outdoorsy and underrated.

Lake Champlain, fall colours, and a walkable college town. Burlington is small and outdoorsy.