Author: Mike Shubic
Next road trip is to Traverse City in the UP of Michigan
It has been a long time coming, but I am finally going to road trip around the Upper Peninsula (UP) of Michigan to Traverse City. My travel schedule is often booked out six to twelve months in advance, and this one to Traverse City, has been on the calendar for...
Read moreAravaipa Farms: A wilderness retreat in a canyon hideaway
Aravaipa Farms Orchard and Inn is set amidst a distinctive and remarkable backdrop within the Sonoran Desert of Southern Arizona. What makes this area so special is the perennial stream that flows through Aravaipa Canyon, along the base of the Galiuro Mountains. This spring-fed stream spawns lush and mature vegetation...
Read moreDrove through AZ mine country today
Today I drove through southern Arizona down Hwy 177, a road of rolling hills I had never been down before. This stretch of highway from Superior to Aravaipa Canyon seems to be in the heart of Arizona mining country. I think I must have passed at least 4 different mines,...
Read moreAmangiri: A look at ultimate exclusivity
Amangiri is one of the most expensive and exclusive hotels in the world. It's one of those places that, if you have to ask how much it costs, you can't afford it. There are five star resorts, and then there are properties like Amangiri that are exclusive to the very...
Read moreThe Grand at Moon Palace offers All-Inclusive Indulgence
The Grand at Moon Palace in Cancun, Mexico is a luxury lodging experience you will never forget. The resort fully embodies the name as it is grand on an epic scale. Cancun is a luxurious destination located in the state of Quintana Roo, on the western side of the Yucatan...
Read moreWhen travel goes terribly wrong: A saga about a missed flight and a lost bag
What happens when everything goes wrong while traveling? This is the story of a trip in which Murphy’s Law, which states that “everything that can go wrong, will!” reared its head. I had two back-to-back trips to Mexico planned. One to Quintana Roo where I flew into Cancun, which went...
Read moreLast minute trip to Quintana Roo, Mexico
As part of the Travelocity Gnomads team, we often participate in promotional trips, whereby a destination will host us in exchange for content and coverage for a promotional fee. The Gnomads on the trip, along with Travelocity, will create content and leverage our collective social outlets to promote the area....
Read moreColima, Mexico travel conference in September
I try and attend several travel conferences per year. There are several I have been to many times, but later this month I will be in Colima, Mexico for ATMEX, a confrence with travel writer, bloggers and influencers paired up with destinations and tour operators. This is not only my...
Read more5 Extraordinary Places Beyond Prague in the Czech Republic
Visiting the Czech Republic and getting beyond Prague is must! This European country is spectacular and has so much to offer visitors beyond the capital city. I have been to the Czech Republic three times and have had an opportunity to road trip all over the country, visiting more than...
Read moreVienna House: Hotels that feel like home
Vienna House is a boutique hotel chain with locations primarily in central Europe, it's a hotel brand on the rise. Each location is unique, with an air of sophistication and authenticity you don't find with many of the big brands. The following is my experience staying at four different Vienna...
Read moreBest breakfast buffet in the world!
Best breakfast buffet in the world is at the Sofitel Resort in Manila, Philippines I have stayed at 100s of hotels around the world, dozens and dozens of them have been top-notch five star properties. While all of the high-end resorts have had lovely breakfasts, one in particular stands out...
Read moreEpic soul-stirring Southwest road trip guide from Phoenix to Denver
This is a Southwest road trip guide from Phoenix to Denver, complete with route suggestions, hotel and restaurant recommendations and more. There is something about a Southwest road trip that stirs the soul, evoking a free spirited adventure like none-other. The roads are wide open with modest traffic to encumber...
Read moreA Bohemian Switzerland wilderness adventure in the Czech Republic
The picturesque region of Bohemian Switzerland showcases dramatic landscapes, lush forests, babbling brooks and idyllic villages. In this article I share a 3-day experience exploring this northern region of the Czech Republic, lead by the folks from Northern Hikes (a local tour operator). The northern part of the Czech Republic...
Read moreDeconstructing Travel Video Content – A TBEX Ostrava Presentation
This is the presentation given at the TBEX Ostrava travel blogger conference in July, 2018 by Mike Shubic. The presentation was on deconstructing video content - techniques for production, distribution and monetization. You will find the information below chalk full of examples. If you have any questions at all, please...
Read moreA Nature-inspired performance at the Theatre Hotel
The Theatre Hotel in Olomouc, Czech Republic sets the stage for a performance that will impress even the savviest of travelers. This hospitality experience will leave you yearning for an encore. RECEPTION The entrance is a chic display of sophistication, with supple leathers, rich textiles, opulent lighting and dramatic functional...
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