Bobby's Bike Hike

03/05/2025

Have you met the Peanut Vendor in Miami?

Francisco has been strolling the streets of Little Havana selling peanuts for over 54 years! Peanut salesmen are commonly seen in Cuba, selling roasted peanuts in thin paper cones. It's a popular business there, but Francisco is the only liscenced peanut vendor in Little Havana! For only $1 you can purchase a cone of peanuts from him.

There's even a song about these salesmen called "El Manisero" or "The Peanut Vendor" from 1931. The song is considered to be a "son-pregón", or a street vendor's cry. The first few lyrics go:

Maní
(Peanut)

Maní
(Peanut)

Si te quieres por el pico divertir
(If you want to have fun for the hell of it)

Cómete un cucurruchito de maní
(Eat a peanut cone)

Qué calentico y rico está
(How warm and delicious it is)

Ya no se puede pedir más
(You can't ask for more)

03/03/2025

It's Meet the Team Monday! As we head into the tour season, we want you to get to know the wonderful guides and management team who help make our tours happen in Chicago and Miami. Up first is...

Fran!

🚲 Role/location: Tour guide, Chicago/Director of Group Fun, Chicago & Miami

🚲 What's a fun fact about yourself?: I'm an instructional designer, worked as a Corporate Trainer (I guess that's not really fun). I'm an avid mahjong player - have even won a tournament or two!

🚲 Favorite fun fact about Chicago: I just love the evolution of the Chicago River and the amazing destination it is today

🚲 Deep dish pizza, Italian beef, or a Chicago-style hot dog?: Lou's or Pequod's deep dish

🚲 Favorite restaurant in Chicago: This is how not fancy I am - Portillo's

🚲 Biking or walking?: Biking 🚴

03/02/2025

03/01/2025

Our guests' joy is infectious 🤗

When you're in Miami surrounded by amazing people, it's hard not to smile!

02/27/2025

It's warming up in Chicago, which means bike tour season is just around the corner! 🚴

Starting March 1, most of our bike tours are back in action. Explore Lincoln Park, check out the sites of downtown Chicago, or enjoy the bustle of Wrigleyville! https://www.bobbysbikehike.com/chicago/bike-tours/

02/24/2025

Planning a bachelorette to Miami but need inspo and tips? Look no further! 💃

With trendy restaurants and exciting activities, Miami offers a plethora of options to create lasting memories. For insight on how to choose the right hotel or plan the best adventures, check out this article: https://www.bobbysbikehike.com/miami/blog/miami-bachelorette-party/

02/21/2025

⚠️Danger⚠️ Watch for falling snow and ice ❄️

Counting down the days until spring arrives in Chicago 🥶

02/18/2025

Miami Travel Tip Tuesday: Don't miss out on the local food scene! Sample Cuban sandwiches in Little Havana and fresh seafood at local restaurants. Or, hop on a food tour to try a variety of restaurants in just a few hours 😋

02/14/2025

Love is in the air! What better way to spend some quality time out and about in Miami or Chicago than to join a leisurely tour together? Happy Valentine's Day 💞

02/11/2025

Travel Tip Tuesday: What's the best way to orient yourself with a new city? Join a tour!

Not only do you get to learn about the city's history and see some of the top sites in just a few hours, you'll also have an expert guide that can give you recommendations for things to do during your trip. It's a win-win-win! 🏆