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15 Apr 2019
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HU Italy 2019 is on Sep 13-15 in Tuscany
ISPIRARE, INFORMARE E CONNETTERSI
Siamo lieti di tornare in Italia, con un evento globale che mira a promuovere la cultura del motociclismo viaggiando con particolare attenzione alla formazione, alla condivisione e alla passione per la scoperta del mondo.
La 2 ° edizione in Italia sarà ricca di presentazioni e workshop approfonditi, il tutto in un'atmosfera rilassata e amichevole per la quale Horizons Unlimited è ben noto.
I biglietti sono in vendita ora su: http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/events/italy-2019
INSPIRE, INFORM AND CONNECT
We are pleased to return to Italy, with a global event that aims to promote the culture of motorcycle travelling with particular attention to training, sharing and the passion to discover the world.
The 2nd edition in Italy will be full of presentations and in-depth workshops, all in the relaxed and friendly atmosphere for which Horizons Unlimited is well-known.
Tickets are on sale now on:
http://www.horizonsunlimited.com/events/italy-2019
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24 Apr 2019
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Salut à tous!!
I'LL be there again and happy to see you soon .
Cheers.
Roger..
Ps: I'll send you my video next week
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9 May 2019
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we are waiting for you
Hi, I'm Alessandro, one of the organizers of HU Italy.
We hope to see you from all over the world. The event will take place in English thanks to simultaneous translators.
Last year was a formidable and very interesting event, thanks also to the participants who came from all over the world.
I hope to see you again!
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17 Jun 2019
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it's almost all ready for #HUItaly!
Here are some photos of the location!
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18 Jun 2019
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Go West: when the west turned red “Ducati” - Valentina Bertelli
No matters what: whether it's out of curiosity, boredom or simple restlessness… Travelling to me is essential. Doing it on my bike is vital. On my own, often, necessary.
I do like adventure, exploration and sometimes even gambling!
I got on two wheels very late, but since then I never got off! I’ve been wandering on my Ducati999 (the “Culonarossa” which means “the Redbigbutt” because of the exhaust on the back) for some years, not caring of all those people saying that I can’t make it, just because that bike wasn’t made for touring (or since it’s not a “girlbike”).
But one goes where the other one goes so we became a whole and challenging the limits of a superbike we started travelling, waiting for our "dream trip"!
In September I left again, toward the Iberian peninsula. It was meant to be a slow, lonely and cathartic journey, which I wanted to last as long as possible. Living in fits and starts watching the time fly.
Weeks passing by till I went face to face with a hurdle: an empty car, with no handbreak hit us and forced to a stop. It’s not a joke, too! It wasn’t luckily that bad, but for sure wasn’t it ironic? Such as that day I found myself up laughing with a Bulgarian prostitute who watched over my bike till I ended up my tour or when I almost burnt the Ducati, because a sweatshirt had slipped on the exhaust. Or… when I trespassed a military zone because I couldn’t make a U-turn before!
Well. You can’t say a trip is a trip unless you get into some troubles: those are like scars that will last in your mind forever (hoping for nothing serious tho)!
IMG_20180928_161236-001 by alex foley, su Flickr
IMG_20180919_094011-001 by alex foley, su Flickr
IMG_20181004_191341-001 by alex foley, su Flickr
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4 Jul 2019
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On the 24th of March 2019, Andrea Bortolotto left for a 5 months trip: his aim was to explore 25 countries and ride 25k kilometres between Europe and Morocco.
Even if that was the journey he had so long dreamed of, leaving home and everything behind has not been easy. But sadness and worry did not last long, because the excitement for his brand new adventure was stronger than fear.
In Morocco he cried and laughed, in Spain, he had a lot of fun, Normandy even moved him… and everywhere he went, he met special people that made him feel at home. Now he’s in Poland, and his adventure is almost at the end.
WhatsApp Image 2019-06-13 at 09.44.53-001 by alex foley, su Flickr
WhatsApp Image 2019-06-05 at 12.28.27-001 by alex foley, su Flickr
bortolotto (1)-001 by alex foley, su Flickr
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9 Jul 2019
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Visit Taiwan with bike, it's possible!
Gerard SAOUTER by alex foley, su Flickr
I'm Gérard, and as a happy pensioner and intensive traveller, I'm exploring one by one the destinations other people have inspired me to visit. With no logic, and no continuity among my journeys, one can find me in June on the Pamir Highway and in October in the Namibian desert. I’m happy as long as I'm riding a bike, be it rented, bought locally or my own GS.
Gerard SAOUTER by alex foley, su Flickr
It all begins...in Zimbabwe, where I happen to meet Claire, a lonely traveller from Taïwan, who came there like me to admire Victoria falls ; she's hiking, I'm riding a bike, we exchage e-mails and I tell her that I'll be visiting her island for two weeks at Chinese New Year time. She tries to talk me out of it, arguing that it is not the right timing...but unsuccessfully. In this surprising and endearing island, this trip in terra incognita dives the foreign explorers in a mix of modernity and tradition, a hybrid between China and Japan. This is what I'll be trying to play back to you.
Gerard SAOUTER by alex foley, su Flickr
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17 Jul 2019
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During a long-term adventure, or just on a holiday on two wheels, being independent is the key, even with food. Carrying with you all the stuff you need to organize your meals is a huge pro if you’re looking to write off expenses, or if you’re just interested in keeping a healthy diet. What do you really need, in order to arrange the perfect travel kitchen? During the workshop, we will extensively discuss this topic - from pots to stoves - and share some important tips. In order to keep travelling light, and in complete autonomy.
Food Forni by alex foley, su Flickr
food 2 forni by alex foley, su Flickr
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7 Aug 2019
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A journey is not just defined by the amount of kilometres you cover or the places you visit, and Alberto Seligardi knows it very well. During his adventure through Albania, Greece and Bulgaria he understood that the most important things are the people you meet, what you feel, and the cultural differences you encounter. And, after all, if you have problems with your bike is not a big deal: that could be the chance to meet new people and to grow.
What did he learn during his trip? That people are nice, especially when you encounter difficulties. And he should have brought more underwear.
IMG_20190715_164958940 by alex foley, su Flickr
IMG_20190610_113105887 by alex foley, su Flickr
IMG_20190712_155519952_HDR by alex foley, su Flickr
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9 Aug 2019
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Passport, Visas, International Driving Licence, Carnet de Passages, insurance… when you exit European Union – or you are organizing an international trip – bureaucracy and papers could seem a huge obstacle. But every doubt will be sorted, during this workshop, and Matteo will share his travel experience in order to make document- related things smooth and easy.
Foto1 by alex foley, su Flickr
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21 Aug 2019
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Also this year there will be Miriam Orlandi who will share her experience with us.
Being comfortable on the road is a very important thing!
MIRIAM ORLANDI by alex foley, su Flickr
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22 Aug 2019
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Matteo Nanni has always dreamt to travel, even when he was a kid: that’s why, in 2004, he left for a backpacking adventure around India and Nepal. In 2011 he bought an old Honda Transalp motorbike and started exploring the world on two wheels. Till the autumn of 2018, when he left for his biggest adventure ever: a 7 months solo motorbike journey, from Italy to Indonesia.
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2 Sep 2019
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Program #HUItaly 2019
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Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...
2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.
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Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!
What others say about HU...
"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia
"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK
"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia
"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA
"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada
"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa
"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia
"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany
Lots more comments here!
Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook
"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.
Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!
New to Horizons Unlimited?
New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!
Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.
Read more about Grant & Susan's story
Membership - help keep us going!
Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.
You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.
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