I have visited Bruges twice now, once in the summer and once during the christmas market. Bruges is considered to be the Venice of the north because of its many canals & its historic centre. It is home to many churches and beautiful architecture, and tons of things to do!

My first (and perhaps my only) bicycle touring trip is behind me. Though I figured out that this way of travel is not for me, I want to highlight my 5 tips for your first long distance tour! Unfortunately, I had to learn a few of them the hard way.