Author: Mike Shubic
Galena, Illinois: Its past is our pleasure
Galena, Illinois is probably well-known to history buffs and those within a couple hundred-mile radius—but to someone from the southwest like myself, Galena was just another undiscovered small town in the vastness that makes up America. Galena epitomizes what I look for from a road trip—a place off the beaten...
Read moreA reunion in Peoria
My main motivation for coming to Illinois was for the Travel Media Showcase conference in Rockford, IL. I arrived in the state several days prior to the start of the show, so I reached out to some family members in Peoria, IL that I've not seen in more than a...
Read moreChicago, Chicago…that toddlin’ town…
Chicago, Chicago...that toddlin' town that I could not turn round... I typically try and bypass the big cities, but I'm in the area for a travel conference to be held in Rockford, Illinois. I have friends who live in the area and so it was the perfect opportunity to gather...
Read moreThe Trumbull House…A New England hide-a-way
One of the fascinating features about staying at a B&B is that there is always a story…whether that of the structure, or, of the innkeeper(s). I recently discovered the oldest bed and breakfast in Hanover, New Hampshire, which is home to the Ivy League’s Dartmouth College. Just a few miles...
Read moreRoad Trippin’ through PA
I haven't been able to update my "road diary" in a while as I've been road trippin' and camping in some remote parts of northern Pennsylvania (limited wi-fi/cell coverage). I've had a fantastic time exploring a number of the state parks along highway 6, which is quite a scenic route....
Read more10 sensational shots…that I never got!
A dedicated photographer always has their camera at the ready. While I almost always have one on me, the scene/shot often passes before I can take the photo. Sometimes, it's too difficult to be inconspicuous and/or not appropriate to take a pictures. Therefore, I have been keeping track of some...
Read moreFort Niagara: Past the ‘Falls,’ back in time
Niagara Falls is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, receiving some eight million visitors per year. There is a good reason so many people visit Niagara Falls year-after-year…the sight is simply awe-inspiring. Just beyond the Falls however, is a historic site that is equally as impressive—just...
Read moreSnowflake Inn crystallizes homey lodging experience
Located in the charming mountain town of Jackson, New Hampshire rests a regal structure that offers an at-home feeling for its guests. While the Snowflake Inn dominates the land on which it resides, its stature is minimized by the expansive space surrounding it. Situated on six prime acres in the...
Read moreEcuador going ‘bananas’ over tourism promotion
I really enjoy coming up with new marketing ideas, it's such a wonderfully creative and strategic outlet for me. I also appreciate it when I see out-of-the-box thinking from other marketers. For example, the Ecuadorian tourism department has a very limited budget to promote their country as a tourist destination,...
Read morePenobscot Narrows Bridge
Penobscot Narrows Bridge is located in Prospect, Maine...it opened in 2007 and is one of only three bridges in the United States to utilize a unique cradle system that carries the support strands within the stays...from bridge deck, to bridge deck as a continuous element. These engineering innovations made Popular...
Read moreCamden Harbour Inn: An exquisite lodging and epicurean experience
Perched atop a bluff overlooking the harbor in Camden, Maine, rests an inn of uncompromising quality and service. Obliging guests for well over a century, the Camden Harbour Inn has been rejuvenated since owners, Raymond Brunyanszki and Oscar Verest, took over the place six years ago. Maintaining the historic charm...
Read moreCamping at Sebago Lake
I left my posh accommodations at the Camden Harbour Inn today and began my long trek back west. Tonight I'm camped out at Sebago Lake State Park, which is located in the far western part of Maine. The beach and lake area are quite nice, but the camp spots just...
Read moreBest Restaurants in Plattsburgh, New York
Foodies will rejoice over these Fantastic Four Restaurants in Plattsburgh, New York Everyone expects to find great dining options in the big cities, but what I like to do on Mike's Road Trip is discover epicurean delights in small town America. As a connoisseur of good food, I look at...
Read moreKingsleigh Inn – A stately B&B in the heart of Southwest Harbor
As the sun rises, its defused beam is forced through a light layer of fog, enveloping the trees like a spiritual womb. As the dense air dissipates, the nearby fishing vessels moored in Southwest Harbor begin to reveal themselves. The sailboats lie still in the placid harbor as the sun...
Read more10 ways Innkeepers can convert lookers into bookers
Are you an owner/innkeeper who would like to increase occupancy rates, conversion rates and profit margins? Read on and you'll learn how to convert lookers into bookers! 1) Design and performance - First, you simply must have a website that uses the latest design and programming technologies. I would recommend...
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