The crises of 2020, particularly the pandemic and violence against Black Americans, have caused many travelers to rethink how and where to travel.
Tag: Bicycles and Bicycling
Bicycling Surges in Manila Amid Covid-19 Lockdowns
City dwellers around the world turned to bicycles as the pandemic forced urban areas to restrict public transit. In the crowded Philippine capital, that meant weaving through notoriously bad traffic.
How to Staycation in 6 American Cities
With business travel all but stopped, city hotels and tourist organizations have made a full-court press to attract local and nearby leisure travelers with bottom-barrel rates and extra perks.
Winter’s Coming. Will Canada’s Pandemic Bicycle Boom Last?
We spoke with an expert about how to build on Canadians’ renewed interest in getting around by bike.
Sorry, the World’s Biggest Bike Maker Can’t Help You Buy a Bike Right Now
The pandemic has created a bicycle boom — and a shortage. Giant, the Taiwanese juggernaut, is trying to meet demand while navigating the politics of trade.
A Push to Return U.K.’s ‘Motor City’ to Its Cycling Roots
Coventry can be forbidding for cyclists. But before it became Britain’s Detroit, the city was famed for making bicycles.
How Cities Are Trying to Avert Gridlock After Coronavirus Lockdowns
Officials are trying to prevent a return to urban gridlock and pollution as residents begin to travel again.
In 5 Countries, Overwhelming Majorities Want Cleaner Air, Poll Finds
A new survey in five countries found significant support for stricter air quality regulations and enforcement of existing rules.
Pandemic Lockdowns Lead to Less Traffic and Better Air
Fewer cars on the road during the pandemic has meant cleaner air, but not necessarily fewer traffic deaths. Can we have both?
‘Lionhearted’ Girl Bikes Dad Across India, Inspiring a Nation
A 15-year-old migrant girl pedaled hundreds of miles to bring her injured father back to their home village. India’s cycling federation has taken notice.