Hey Reader Planning has been well underway for our 2026 cycling adventure! Here is the first update; I'll keep you posted as we go. Although the official TDF route has not been announced, I have a source who has confirmed the Tour will be racing from Pau to Gavarnie early in the second week. Armed with this information, I've been able to book and confirm almost all of our accommodation — I'm still waiting to finalise which hotel in Andorra and pay a deposit for our Girona stay. Everything...
2 months ago • 4 min read
Hey Reader Believe it or not, preparations have started for next year's European cycling adventure! Not only to France next year, but also Andorra, Girona and the Spanish Pyrenees too! — with some riders confirmed already. I'm now taking $1000 deposits for this trip of a lifetime. If you or someone you know is interested, details are below. Group photo at the summit of a hidden gem of a climb on the French and Spanish border. Spend 3.5 weeks in July for approx. $8000 ALL INCLUSIVE (excluding...
4 months ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader Two years ago was the first time we had a custom kit for the France trip, and it was a real hit. Last year's was even more popular. If you're keen, I've created a new design for this year. No pressure to purchase, and nothing in this for me. Baz Doosey is a Central Coast Cycling Club member who works for the GoBik clothing brand. He helped put this together and can answer questions, along with me, if you have any. The 2025 France kit design. You can see the jersey and bib shorts...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Want to be featured on an upcoming episode of the PhotoBizX podcast? I’m creating a special New Year’s episode, and I’d love for YOU to be part of it. Here’s how: Record a quick audio message (no editing needed – I’ll take care of that!) responding to ONE of these prompts: A Big Win: What’s one thing you did this year that transformed your photography business? A Lesson Learned: What’s one valuable business lesson you discovered in 2024? Holiday Shoutout: Send a holiday message or shoutout to...
12 months ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader Great news! All hotels have confirmed availability for us, so we are locked in and good to go with our number one preference. This means we'll be in the Alps to see the Queen Stage of the TDF, which literally passes the front door of our hotel in La Chambre. YES, we will get up close to the TDF on a mountain stage — the Queen Stage of 2025, no less! Here is our confirmed itinerary... Tuesday, July 1st: Arrive at Barcelona Airport early morning (or the B&B Hotel Validecans we use...
about 1 year ago • 4 min read
Believe it or not, preparations have started for next year's trip to France — with some confirmed riders already. I'm now taking $1000 deposits for this trip of a lifetime! If you or someone you know is interested, details are below. Group photo at the summit of a hidden gem of a climb on the French and Spain border. Spend 3.5 weeks in July for approx. $7500 ALL INCLUSIVE (excluding alcohol and spending money). The cost is based on international flights at $2000. This includes international...
about 1 year ago • 2 min read
Hey Reader Alrighty, things are starting to happen regarding next year's trip, and I'll keep you updated as we go. The TDF route hasn't been announced yet, but we do have the start date and location, which means you can book airfares anytime you see a deal that works for you. Le Grand Départ of the 2024 Tour de France takes place in Italy - in Florence, on Saturday, June 29th. Liz rocketing down one of the descents in the Alps... racing back for a beer at Borge d'Oisans no doubt. We'll be...
about 2 years ago • 5 min read
Hey Reader Don't forget, the Facebook and Instagram Lead Ad training with John Glaser and me (Andrew from PhotoBizX) is coming up this week! Your time for the live session is here. I'll make a recording available asap after the live session. Lead Ad Copy I'm guessing there will be plenty of questions about Lead Ad Copy. Although John will cover this aspect, it's only a tiny part of the training. There are so many different styles of ads that will work with your Lead Ads... from Wanted...
over 3 years ago • 1 min read
Hey Reader Hope you're looking forward to the upcoming Facebook and Instagram Lead Ad training with John Glaser and me (Andrew from PhotoBizX). One of the requirements of Facebook and running a lead ad is having a privacy policy in place and published online. You NEED this before you create your first lead ad. The simplest place to have this saved is on your website as a page. It doesn't need to be reachable from your main menu. In most cases, you'll see photographers linking to it from the...
over 3 years ago • 1 min read
