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Whether you're a DMO/CVB, a hotel/resort or a tourist attraction, everyone needs B-roll footage today. Most travel-related entities have stock photos, but today, you need an archive of B-roll as well. We at Mike's Road Trip can provide quality B-roll clips for myriad needs. Here are just a few examples....
Read moreTop Instagram photos of 2017
This past year I have tried to be very active on Instagram and it seems to have paid off. My follower numbers have grown and so to have the number of likes and comments I receive on each photos. The collection below illustrates my most popular images. It is interesting...
Read moreInfographic for the Ultimate Eastern European Road Trip
Doing an Eastern European road trip is a fantastic adventure. The roads are less traveled, the scenery is stunning and your money goes a lot farther. As you peruse this infographic for an Eastern European road trip, you'll discover rural roads, route suggestions, tips and inspiration. There are five trips...
Read moreA guide to a Prince Edward Island (PEI) road trip
Prince Edward Island (PEI) is the smallest of the Canadian Provinces, however what it lacks in size, it makes up for in grandeur. The rolling hills, rural towns and picturesque farms make a PEI road trip unforgettable. [NOTE: PEI road trip map below] PEI is where the land and sea...
Read moreFuel your wanderlust with this amazing aerial photos from the Philippines
The Philippines is a country where island hopping is second nature—where pristine blue waters, sea life and remote beaches beckon visitors the world over. If your idea of fun includes tropical weather, turquoise blue waters, palm trees swaying in the wind on remote islands, and endless water activities at an...
Read moreCancun, Mexico blog & vlog — And, a near-death experience
Last year I visited Cancun, Mexico on a business trip with Travelocity (If you're not aware, I am a Gnomad travel ambassador). While I was there I had an opportunity to do some really fun stuff, so I thought in addition to writing a blog, I would edit a vlog...
Read moreDiscover the Magic of Gin Crafting at Listoke in Drogheda, Ireland
Gin and spirit lovers will enjoy the Listoke gin school experience on the north side of Drogheda, Ireland, the first and only interactive gin making experience in the country. Irish whisky is well know throughout the world, but Irish gin is beginning to make a name for itself as well....
Read moreBurano, Italy: Most colorful island in the world
Burano is one of many small islands contained within the large Venetian lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. Burano became famous for making the best quality lace. Of course, today, lace is made by machines. Burano is now know as one of the most colorful communities in the world. By law,...
Read moreA 7634 mile journey through the western United States, with one minor hiccup
Earlier this year I was on a Northern Arizona road trip with fellow travel blogger Archana Singh of Travel See Write. We were setting up camp in a remote area not far from Lake Powell. Off in the distance we happened to see two people walking in our direction. Given...
Read more10 remarkable European road trips [infographic]
There are a plethora of European road trips to consider before making your way across the pond. The folks at Portable Advisor were kind enough to share this amazing European Road Trips infographic with me to share with all of you. I hope it will provide some inspiration. By the...
Read moreTyson: The K9 Concierge serving guests at Rosleague Manor
The Rosleague Manor near the small village of Letterfrack, Ireland is home to Tyson, the K9 Concierge. Many people are kind enough to adopt a lost or abandoned dog, but as you will read, this story is about a K9 who adopted a family, along with all of their guests....
Read moreAttending SEMA 2017, an automotive accessories extravaganza
The SEMA show is an annual extravaganza in Las Vegas, Nevada showcasing the latest in automotive accessories. SEMA is more than just cool car accessories, it's a place where vendors show off their products in flashy fashion. Because the show is so massive in scale, it's imperative for vendors to...
Read more5 Favorite Maritime Canada lighthouses
After seeing dozens of Maritime Canada Lighthouses during a three week road trip, these are my five favorites. I spent three weeks road tripping around Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island (PEI), the three provinces that makeup Maritime Canada. During that time I saw dozens of lighthouses. I...
Read moreSt. John’s Point Lighthouse
St. John’s Point Lighthouse in Donegal, Ireland is an inimitable lodging experience that will likely provide some enduring memories. We drove down a long stretch of single track road flanked by ocean on both sides. The obligatory yield of other vehicles was required—while occasionally finding ourselves driving in reverse in...
Read moreAghadoe Heights hits hotel home run in Killarney, Ireland
Located on a bluff offering stupendous views of Lough Leane Lake in Killarney, Ireland, Aghadoe Heights Hotel provides guests with a suburb lodging experience. I was in Kilarney for a travel blogger conference and had an opportunity to stay at the Aghadoe Heights Hotel for five nights. From the accommodations,...
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