Hi Reader, My first week stepping into this role has been challenging, in the best way. There’s a lot happening behind the scenes, a lot to connect, and a lot of potential to unlock, which makes it a very interesting place to be right now. Social Media — Let’s get things moving 📲 One of my first priorities is to reactivate Cycle Cities’ social media, mainly Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn. If you’re not following Cycle Cities yet, now is a good moment to do it: 👉 Instagram👉 Facebook👉...
8 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, Introducing myself Hi Reader, Some of you already saw me pop into the WhatsApp group this week, but for those who don’t know me yet, I wanted to properly introduce myself. My name is Isabella, and I’ll be stepping in as Managing Director for the next 6 months, working closely with Steve while he takes a well-deserved step back. I come from a project management background across different industries, from film production, to events, and now in a creative marketing agency. Different...
15 days ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Introducing Isabella, CC's new MD for the next 6 months. At Symposium I announced I was taking a break for 6 months. I am happy to introduce to the community Isabella Galavis Lerbs, the new Cycle Cities Managing Director for the next 6 months. If the name sounds familiar, I was speaking to Maria (Formerly from Valencia bikes, who also attended our Symposiums in Bruges, Bilbao and Marseille), and she recommended her sister for this role. After meeting with Isabella and discussing...
21 days ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, SYMPOSIUM HOST 2027 We are heading to Hamburg! I've been sneakily speaking to Lars since the last night of Lisbon, and we have agreed to hold Symposium 2027 in the beautiful city of Hamburg. Why Hamburg? It was an easy choice. Hamburg City Cycles has been part of Cycle Cities since the very beginning, way back in 2011. Lars has attended many Symposiums, including the inaugural Berlin 2015. He knows the heart and soul of our community. It will also be our first time back in Germany...
29 days ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, Martin's photos from Symposium are up! Martin has taken official photos for us at every event since the start. Make sure you give them a like and a share :) Official Symposium 2026 Photo Album Groupwork Gold Nuggets Groupwork was expanded at Lisbon 2026 to include both a morning AND afternoon breakaway. That's a total of 16 unique groups, answering 3 questions each.. that's 48 important questions answered by 42 of the most powerful brains in the bike tour world. Breakaway Groupwork...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, What an amazing time we had in Lisbon at our 12th Symposium last week! We had bike tour operators from 22 different cities in attendance. Our meetings were productive, informative and collaborative. Filipe and the team at Lisbon Bike Tour treated us to amazing tours, beautiful food, weather and hospitality. What a memorable event! Group Photo in the Centre of Beautiful Lisbon After a tough year, coming back together, getting on the same page and delivering high value from the event...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, Count down is on. Less than 2 weeks until the 12th annual Cycle Cities Symposium, hosted by Filipe and the team at Lisbon Bike Tour! Questions about Symposium? Everything is at..... cyclecities.tours/symposium2026 Registrations close on Friday! Last places available! Register for Symposium 2026 Unofficial Program RSVP RSVP for our Unofficial Program Plan to join the Lisbon Walking Tour, Sintra Bike Tour or Sunday/Wednesday meals? RSVP here. Discussion Whatsapp is back! The...
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, We have less than 3 weeks now until Symposium. You know we are getting close when I start talking about badges! Is your company logo up to date for badge printing? Check it here. To update your logo, upload it at cyclecities.tours/partners, OR hit reply and email it to me. Guiding the Symposium Discussion Fill Out the Survey Symposium is about harnessing the collective brainpower of this community. To make sure the Symposium is high-value for you, we want to know what you want to...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, It's been a huge few days for me. I Landed back in the UK... but fortunately with the good kind fo jetlag that gets you up nice and early! Cracking out the admin. Symposium is looming! Lisbon Food Tour When I was in Lisbon in December I met an amazing foodie called Thomas. We were both dining at the same 5 star pizza place, and we sparked up a conversation about great food! Pepitas de Alheira - Cuisines of Lisbon He went on to tell me about the food tours he runs in Lisbon. 16...
3 months ago • 1 min read
