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Add a little more action to any escape, writes Katie McGonagle


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ancy some action, but less keen on commitment?


Active holidays might be all the rage right now, but not everyone wants to spend their whole week hiking through the wilderness or a fortnight glued to the back of a bike. That’s where add-ons can


come in handy, offering a sense of adventure without the commitment of an entire holiday


on the move. Whether it’s a city break, a cruise, a chilled-out week on the beach or a guided tour, adding bite-sized chunks of activity might even whet clients’ appetites for more.


w SPORTIER CITIES A dedicated sightseer could spend a whole weekend touring a city on foot, but why not cover more ground by bike or the increasingly popular Segway, which are both readily available in any major metropolis. Some cities lend themselves to


cycling, such as Amsterdam or Berlin, where Berlin on Bike has tours themed on the Wall or the city’s ‘alternative’ side. For others, it’s about


getting around the key highlights in good time, such as Bike the Capital in Washington DC. Gold Medal assistant product manager Ashley Pilkington says: “This tour is really popular and provides an overview of the city’s culture and history, while you cycle around learning about some of the major sites.” (Three hours, £28 for adults, £21 for children). Cyclists also benefit from being able to go off-road. On InsideBurma Tours’ new half-day excursion


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PICTURES: HURTIGRUTEN/ØRJAN BERTELSEN; ISTOCK


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