We're pleased to announce the launch of a NEW guided walking tour,  Following in the Footsteps of Picasso in the Terra Alta region of Spain's Southern Catalunya region. Largely unknown to tourism, the Terra Alta (High Land) is a region of lush forests, stunning rock formations, vineyards and farmland; all leading us to breathtaking panoramas over the Els Ports Mountains and the River Ebro as it flows into the Mediterranean Sea.  The…

With more than 18 years' experience in hand-crafting relaxed active holidays, Breakaway continues to grow, improve and extend its range of unique cycling choices! Breakaway's 2016 CYCLING HOLIDAYS program is an exciting mix of pancake-flat routes (perfect for families and first-timers), gentle climbs and more challenging ascents rewarded by the most incredible of views. Tours - which range from 6-10 nights - are either single center, or follow self-guided hotel-to-hotel itineraries…

[caption id="attachment_1087" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Exploring the French Caribbean Walk[/caption] We've offered walking tours to the Guadeloupe Islands in the French Caribbean for a number of years, but only recently (Dec 1) could you fly direct from the USA.  Believe it or not, the only routing available previously was to fly to Pointe-à-Pitre via Paris.  We even offered stopover hotels in Paris as part of the tour package.  You could also fly via Puerto…

For 2016/17, Breakaway continues to offer a mix of both small group guided (typically 4-16 guests per tour) and self-guided walking choices. For travelers looking to enjoy the camaraderie offered by meeting like-minded walkers, a guided trip is usually the recommended option - it also provides the best opportunity to learn about a region (flora & fauna, history & culture etc) from an expert, hugely knowledgeable, local leader. A self-guided…