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19 Fun Facts About San Diego: How Well Do You Know Your City?

Did you just book a Social Cycle tour? Are you looking to spice up your ride and stand out? Well we here at Social Cycle have compiled a list of costume tours to help you out.  Sumo Squad: Having a huge problem thinking of a costume idea? Looking to make a big statement? This squad […]

At a bar with no foosball, pool table, Jenga or beer pong? Forgot your portable dice or deck of cards at home? Tired of staring at the TV? Not a good conversationalist? Well Social Cycle has you covered with some game ideas during your tour.  Shot Roulette First, each participant needs a shot glass. Second, […]

Whether you’re planning a first date or you’re looking to spend some quality time with your long-term partner, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to round up some of Palm Spring’s unique date ideas. Palm Springs Aerial Tramway: Get a view from above Palm Springs and Coachella Valley with a ride up the Palm Springs Aerial Tram. As […]

In our fifth edition of San Diego’s Nightlife Guide we take a look at Little Italy. If a thriving restaurant scene, craft breweries, pubs, wineries, patio cafés and a pedestrian friendly area is what you are looking for then Little Italy has it all. Check out our favorite places below: Queenstown Public House: Queenstown is […]

Did you know that temperatures in Southern California can dip down to 40 degrees? We know it’s unbearable and scary to think about, but here at Social Cycle we have you covered. We have put together a survival guide for you. Dress Appropriately: Mom always said to wear a hat in the cold because we […]

It’s the holiday season! Time to spend hours choosing a gift for each person in your life, or not, but no worries we’ve got you covered! Avoid the crowded malls and hop on your computer to pick-up some of our gift ideas. Depending on when you purchase one of these gifts some will come with […]

It’s that time of year again! Time to spend hours planning a gift for each person in your life, brave the crowded mall with all the shoving, stress, and competition to get the best gift. Because that is the meaning of the holidays, Right? …Wrong! It’s time to break the cycle and offer a gift […]

Santa Barbara is an undiscovered treasure – it can seem like an underdog compared to the bigger California tourist destinations like San Diego or Palm Springs, but it’s a hidden gem with lots of unique sights to see. Whether you’re looking to find a day of relaxation or a night of painting the town red, […]

In the last few years, party bikes have popped up in almost every metropolitan area in the US and have spread their happy vibes down the streets of all these cities! However, it wasn’t always a popular activity for tourists and locals alike. In 1997, Henk and Zwier Van Laar, brothers from the Netherlands, came […]

San Diego is a major vacation destination, meaning it’s full of awesome photo ops and Insta-perfect backdrops! There are a ton of beautiful murals throughout the city that will be the perfect background for your post, but we have a few favorite Instagrammable spots in San Diego that we wanted to share today. “Greeting from San […]

San Diego is the heart of Southern California. It’s known for great food, amazing weather, and a million different activities to choose from. Our team loves this city and everything it has to offer, so we’ve put together our favorite things to do in San Diego. We’ve lived here quite a while now, so we’re […]

Well, fellas, you bought the ring, asked the question, and she said yes! What’s next? The wedding, obviously, but there’s definitely some fun to be had before then. Planning your bachelor party can take you in a variety of different directions, but we highly recommend you choose SoCal as your destination. San Diego is famous […]

Twenty-one is a big milestone…you’ve made it through the first two decades of your life and you’re finally allowed to (legally) drink. Southern California has SO many great bars and restaurants that serve great local beer, specialty cocktails, and feature awesome live music to get your night going right. It’s almost inevitable that you’ll end […]

Unique team building tours have shaken corporate America in the last few years. From escape rooms to improv classes to party bike tours, there is a multitude of ways to bring your employees together that are fun, engaging, and out-of-the-(boring)box. Since we are Southern California’s experts on all things fun, we wanted to focus on our […]

It’s (Bachelorette) Party Time! We know that planning the perfect bachelorette weekend in beautiful Santa Barbara can be amazing but also stressful! Let us help! Grab your girls, your matching t-shirts, and meet us down in the American Riviera. Here’s our guide to the most memorable things to do, specialty drinks, food to eat, and […]

San Diego's Hillcrest neighborhood is a vibrant community with tons of great food and entertainment. Located just a few miles away from Downtown, visit Hillcrest to get a taste of local culture. Check out our favorite Hillcrest bars below! Urban MO's Urban MO’s is a hetero-friendly gay restaurant in San Diego that believes cocktails should [...]

If there was a list of universal employee loved jobs, being a Captain for a party bike would be among the top. Seriously, you show up in summer swag, shades on, tunes bumpin', to a group of strangers that are there for the sole purpose of a good time. Any introduction that begins with an [...]

Know for it's laid-back, coastal vibes, San Diego's Pacific Beach neighborhood is filled with rooftop bars and fruity cocktails. You'll be able to admire the Pacific's famous sunsets as you enjoy some of San Diego's best food and drink. Join us on a tour to visit all of the great bars below, and more! Backyard [...]

Palm Springs is a true desert oasis; waving palm trees, balmy weather, sun that never stops, and some of the best food, drink, and activities in all of SoCal. We’ve spent our fair share of time there (have to learn the lay of the land for you guys), so read on for our favorite Palm [...]

Ready to check out Santa Barabara's Funk Zone? The Funk Zone is known as the home of some of Santa Barbara's best bars and happy hours, so we've done the research and given you the best of the best below. Looking to do a bar crawl a little differently? Hop on the bike with us [...]

Are you planning that “fun in the sun” bachelorette party? Are you stressed about it? Planning the perfect bachelorette weekend is exhausting, overwhelming, and did we mention STRESSFUL. Let us help! Grab your girls and meet us down in sunny San Diego, California! Here’s our guide to the best places to stay, eat, and the […]

A party bike tour might not be your first thought when you want to plan a team-building activity, but we know it's a great option. via GIPHY Teamwork Makes The Bike Move Party bikes require everyone to put in some effort! It's a great way to promote equality within your team and show them that [...]

Friends! We're back with more. More of San Diego's best bars and the second part of your San Diego nightlife guide. If you missed our guide to downtown, check it out here. If you're ready for North Park's best bars and breweries, keep reading. Dunedin New Zealand Eats New Zealand-inspired restaurant featuring organic grass-fed burgers. [...]

There's no better way to explore a new city than to hop on a party bike and pedal your way around the city. Whether you're looking to try out handcrafted cocktails, explore breweries, or just find some of the hidden gems, check out our friends and their party bikes in these cities! Nashville Pedal Tavern [...]

San Diego is known for its great weather and laidback atmosphere, both of which are great for meeting people and exploring the city! We've rounded up a great list of date ideas in San Diego for you to enjoy with that special someone, or just friends and family. The Pearl Hotel Dive-In Movies Nope, that's [...]

Palm Springs is a desert oasis full of pool parties and warm weather. Keep reading for our suggestions on where to grab a drink and cool off in Palm Springs! We visit all of these bars on our Palm Springs party bikes tours too, so ride with us to check them all out! Tonga Hut [...]

It comes as no surprise that Palm Springs is an amazing destination for your bachelorette party. Whether you're a local looking to get out and celebrate or you're coming in to visit our beautiful region, we can promise that a bachelorette party in Palm Springs will be a great decision. We're excited to be featured [...]

Whether you’re on one of those *awkward* first dates or you’re just finally getting to spend some quality time with your long-term partner, we’ve taken it upon ourselves to round up some of Santa Barbara’s most unique date ideas. West Wind Drive-In Drive-In Movies in Santa Barbara Is there anything more classic and romantic than cuddling [...]

San Diego is a city known for its vibrant social scene and exotic nightlife. As San Diego’s first party bike, we’ve had the chance to get to know all of San Diego’s best bars and happy hours. Check out our curated list of Downtown San Diego bars below, and know that we’re only bragging about the [...]