Initially established as a trading and transportation hub at the confluence of the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers, Saint Paul (St. Paul) was founded in 1849 as the capital of Minnesota, … Read more
London City Guide
Will Ross, August 10, 2023
Here’s free access to our London City Guide. Explore the remaining 40 city guides at zafiri.com/city-guides. Given London’s vast size, it might be worth splitting a city guide on where … Read more
With a population of over 21 million people, Mumbai is one of the most populated cities in the world and an important home different spiritual traditions, including Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, … Read more
Eight Hotel, Bath, England
Will Ross, May 23, 2023
The quaint and compact Eight is a boutique hotel in Bath, spread across two townhouse properties in the historic heart of the city. Each of the eighteen rooms is unique … Read more
Hôtel Maison Montgrand, Marseille
Will Ross, April 2, 2023
Despite being France’s second largest city in terms of population, Marseille doesn’t get enough airtime. But its access to sea and a year-round growing season has long provided an attractive … Read more
The Service Course, Wilmslow, England
Will Ross, March 27, 2023
Located 12 miles south of Manchester, the Service Course in Wilmslow is a cycling-focused hub offering bike fitting, custom bike builds, repairs, a full food and cafe menu as well … Read more
As the Texan capital, Austin has played a central political role since the state joined the Union in 1845. The city has taken on an increased importance at a national … Read more
The Prestige Hotel, George Town, Penang
Will Ross, March 5, 2023
The Prestige Hotel on the island Penang off Malaysia is a Design Hotel which blends colonial architecture with modern interiors, and must-welcomed HVAC. Set in the UNESCO World Heritage listed … Read more
Velolife Thames Valley Cycling Cafes
Will Ross, March 2, 2023
The three Velolife coffee venues in Thameside Berkshire are essential waypoints for Home Counties cyclists exploring the Chilterns, or turnaround points for those riding West from London. Owner Lee Goodwin … Read more
SOVA Micro-Rooms & Social Hotel, Dallas
Will Ross, February 16, 2023
Like many American cities, Dallas fell victim to the influence of car driving as the primary mode for mid-century urbanism. The historic centre of Dallas and the gateway to Texan … Read more
Else Hotel, Kuala Lumpur
Will Ross, January 23, 2023
The vibrant Chinatown quarter of Kuala Lumpur is now home to a 49-bedroom industrial conversion and retreat – Else. The transformation of the 1911 Rubber Building has repointed the structure’s … Read more
PAST May Manchester Trip
Will Ross, December 28, 2022
First weekend of May to link on Friday 5th until Sunday 7th. An evening run followed by pizza on the Friday. Early morning ride with Rapha on Saturday morning, finishing … Read more
Shinola Hotel, Detroit
Will Ross, December 19, 2022
During the century that followed the secession of land by four Anishinaabe tribes in 1807, Detroit’s growth was gradual. Wagon wheels and bicycles predated the automotive industry, a manufacturing backbone which … Read more
Hotel Josef, Prague
Will Ross, December 9, 2022
Straddling the Vltava River in central Czech Republic, Prague serves as a meeting point for West and East Europe. Novelist Franz Kafka called Prague home before the city passed through … Read more
The 70,000 residents of Greenville, South Carolina enjoy some of the best is full of quality running and cycling routes, and attractive coffee shops. Located 70 miles south of Asheville … Read more
Highly ranked in quality of life indexes, Asheville represents North Carolina with an abundant scene for Southern cuisine, culture and outdoors. Winter attracts ski tourists, the summer is great for … Read more
Savannah, known to many because of its rich US history or movies like Forrest Gump, also offers a great destination for training purposes. If you’re one of those athletes, who … Read more
If you asked different people what Atlanta was known for, you would probably get as many answers as people you asked. Some would say Atlanta is known for its rich … Read more
The Service Course, Nice
Will Ross, July 19, 2022
What started in Girona now has an address on the Côte d’Azur, 100 yards from the beach. The Service Course, Nice marries beautiful rental bikes with coffee and rigorous programme … Read more
Artist Residence, Bristol
Will Ross, July 7, 2022
Now add to the list of recent hospitality trials a recent opening – Bristol’s Artist Residence hotel. Even before the Covid pandemic was in sight, the latest outpost from the … Read more