Welcome!

Thanks for stopping by Passports, Paths & Pedals, our travel and cycling blog! We are not a “quit our jobs to travel the world” kind of duo—just two people balancing full-time careers and a cozy home life with our dog and cat while still chasing meaningful adventures. We document our travels, share what we’ve learned, and offer trip ideas and practical tips inspired by our love of history, beautiful landscapes, great food, and bikes.

Currently we are working on Erin’s goal of visiting 40 countries by age 40 (three more years to go!) and really embracing bike travel – touring and packing – for the unique experiences it brings.

We post travel-related content every Wednesday and bike-related content every other Sunday.

Our Latest Posts:

Short Cycle: Abbotsford Gravel Ride Along the Fraser River

1 day ago

Ride Stats Distance: 28 kilometers (17.5 miles) Total Elevation Gain: 187 meters (880 feet) Terrain: gravel Type: out and back Start Start the ride at Douglas Taylor Park, where parking …

Read More

BikingCanadaNorth America

7 Ideas for Day Trips from Porto Portugal

6 days ago

I’ve been finding more and more value in exploring a particular region of a country. This method of travel usually has me choosing one or two (or three, pending length …

Read More

EuropePortugal

Hiking the 79 Grind in Mission, BC

1 week ago

There is something deeply satisfying about scrolling through AllTrails one evening and landing on something that looks worth the drive. That’s exactly how the 79 Grind in Mission, BC ended …

Read More

CanadaHikingNorth America

3 Week Japan Itinerary (no Tokyo, with biking)

2 weeks ago

Three weeks in Japan — but without the focus on big cities like Tokyo or Osaka, and two short bike trips. This Japan itinerary leans into a different rhythm of …

Read More

AsiaItinerariesJapan

Day Trip by Bike: Amsterdam to Muiderslot Castle

2 weeks ago

Rising proudly out of the Vecht River, Muiderslot Castle is one of the Netherlands’ most striking and well-preserved medieval fortresses. With its classic turrets, drawbridge, and moat, it looks like …

Read More

BikingEuropeNetherlands

A Day Trip to Marsaxlokk Fishing Village

3 weeks ago

So you’ve spent some time in the small but mighty city of Valletta, and are now curious about the rest of Malta. For a slower pace and a glimpse of …

Read More

EuropeMalta

Our Most Popular Posts:

A Biking Day Trip – from Amsterdam to Haarlem16/11/2025

Beyond Valletta: 5 Day Trips to Explore More of Malta01/04/2026

A Glimpse of Hanoi Highlights in 8 Hours10/09/2025

2 Days in Kanazawa: Gardens & Gold Leaf Traditions11/03/2026

Cycling the Kettle Valley Rail Trail: To Myra Canyon27/08/2025

Cycling the famous Shimanami Kaido route in Japan14/12/2025

Explore by Destination

Discover Passports, Paths & Pedals travel guides, itineraries, and tips from our journeys around the world. Explore the posts by destination and find or help plan your next adventure.

Explore by Activity

From day hikes and biking travel to historic sights and delicious food. Browse Passports, Paths & Pedals posts by activity. Find the kind of travel experience that excites you most.

Or look for travel tips below.