In this podcast we take you on a journey behind the scenes at Boat Bike Tours. Discover what makes the traveling by bike and boat so special. Immerse yourself in the exciting stories of crew memers and guests who make each of our trips a unique experience. You’ll be inspired by these real stories of life on board and adventures that make you forget everyday life. Whether you dream of distant shores or just want to sit back and listen- this podcast is for you!
Welcome to the third episode of the Boat Bike Tours podcast! In this episode, tour leader Hester reveals her secrets - her unique approach to creating just the right rhythm for each day of a Boat Bike Tour. Along with some stories about memorable moments in her 15 years as a tour leader, she showcases how special it is to discover a country by bike and boat.
“I brake for cheese!” In Episode 2 of our podcast series, host Mark Schalekamp interviews tour leader Arendina Borremans, and the conversation turns to cheese (What’s the difference between Gouda and Edam?), traffic rules in the Netherlands (shark’s teeth!), the green of Dutch scenery (farmland and nature) and lots of other topics. Hear why Arendina is so proud of Holland and what makes biking in the Netherlands so unique. Don’t miss Episode 2 – Whether you’ve taken a boating and biking tour before or not, this podcast will have you…
Join us on an enlightening journey as host Mark Schalekamp interviews Gijsbert Valstar, who’s been a tour leader for Boat Bike Tours since 2015, but has worked with cycling tours his whole adult life. In this debut episode, Gijsbert – in his very honest and blunt way – describes just how the tours combine cycling and boating. A sampling: “A tailwind for a foreign tourist is a storm, and we [the Dutch] think it’s a breeze.” His love for cycling and his enjoyment of leading these tours shines through in…
