Author: Mike Shubic
Poulsbo, WA is Known as “Little Norway”
Downtown Poulsbo, WA located in Kitsap County is known as "Little Norway," as it was settled in the late 1800s by Norwegian loggers, farmers and fishermen. When you stroll down Front Street you'll see dozens of quaint and colorful shops offering everything from Scandinavian gifts to fine art, fashions, antiques...
Read moreLodging Expectations
Lodging proprietors and Innkeepers, this is the coverage you can expect when Mike's Road Trip features your establishment. If you are a Bed and Breakfast or boutique lodging facility with an aire of panache, we want to hear from you. Mike’s Road Trip offers several media exposure options for little...
Read moreVisiting Port Gamble, Washington
Port Gamble is a darling little town located on the shores of the scenic Hood Canal. I understand Port Gamble to be owned by one entity, the Port Gamble Mill, which is the only company-owned town left in the Puget Sound area—all the homes and businesses are leased to its...
Read moreBest Road Trip Songs | Top-20 Road Trip Songs
Best Road Trip Songs of all Time! (According to this critic...). As you can imagine, it's extremely difficult to narrow down the best road trip songs of all time to just 20, but I've done my best. Please leave your comments and suggestions and perhaps I'll include your pick as...
Read moreEasy, fun hike to the Dungeness Spit
The Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge is a must if you're in the Sequim, WA area. The hike down to the spit is easy and a lot of fun exploring this unique phenomenon. If you have the day to spend in the park, consider the trek to the lighthouse (11 miles...
Read moreAn Easy, Fun Hike to Murhut Falls
Murhut Falls is a short and easy hike to a plunging 130-foot waterfall. You'll enjoy the rhododendrons and other plant life on this well-marked trail. Murhut Falls is located in the Duckabush Recreation Area between Shelton and Quilcene (just north of Brinnon) on Hwy 101 in the Olympic National Forest....
Read moreThe Chief a Top-10 Hike in Squamish, B.C.
The Chief has everything hikers would want from a day-hike...waterfalls, dense forest, colorful and unique rock formations, raw beauty, challenging scrambles and of course, awe-inspiring views. Canada’s self proclaimed, “outdoor recreational capital” is Squamish, B.C. Squamish is located about an hour or so north of Vancouver...about 45 minutes south of...
Read moreSteveston BC – A Trendy Fishing Village with a Rich History
I've been to Steveston (located in the western part of Richmond B.C.) a few times now and really enjoy strolling along the boardwalk while taking in the idyllic scenery. The area is no secret among locals, who flock to the community for sun, fresh fish, and kite flying, but for...
Read moreA Tour of the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Capilano Suspension Bridge is one of Vancouver, B.C.'s most popular tourist attraction, and I can see why, there is a lot more to see and do than I had expected. My initial reaction to the price of admission was met with trepidation—once in however, I was happy I'd taken the...
Read moreThings to do in Hansville, WA
Hansville is located on the northern tip of the Kitsap Peninsula, just north of Kingston. With sweeping views of the Admiralty Inlet, Whidbey Island and Puget Sound, it's a great spot for watching wildlife and marine traffic. Hansville is a sleepy bedroom community, not really a tourist area, but for...
Read morePeace Arch Park at the WA / Canadian Border
If you're driving across the Washington State border into British Columbia via the Blaine / Surrey I-5 crossing and you have some time to spare, you might want to consider visiting the Peace Arch International Park. If you don't have time to spare, and there's a long line at the...
Read moreFoul Weather Bluff, a Gem of an Excursion
Hansville, WA is more of a bedroom community than anything else, however they do have a couple of great sites for the adventurous traveler. Foul Weather Bluff Preserve is a gem of an excursion, however it can be hard to find. There is no signage whatsoever for this little stroll...
Read moreBest Gourmet Pizza…Top 10 Best Pizzerias
Like most American's, I LOVE good pizza—not the deep-dish Chicago style or the New York pie, but a good gourmet fufu-type pizza with thin crust. I like my pizza unique and non-traditional. So, here is my top-10 list of the best gourmet pizzerias...in no particular order... [caption id="attachment_3597" align="alignleft" width="164"]...
Read moreAn Overview of the Spectacular Butchart Gardens
Magnificent views of the Butchart Gardens can be enjoyed during any season, but the summer is just breathtaking. My trip to Butchart was at the end of August, just a weekend prior to the last firework show of the season. While the crowds are insane this time of year, it...
Read moreThe Beaconsfield Inn, A Charming B&B in Victoria
When you stay at the Beaconsfield Inn, you'll feel like you stepped back in time. The turn-of-the-century mansion (circa 1905), turned bed and breakfast is a great reminder of the opulent living of years past. Many of the historic elements that evoke the warmth and hospitality associated with past eras...
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