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Mike Shubic is a seasoned road trip travel video blogger, traversing the byways of the world looking for those hidden gems of the road. From unique destinations, unexpected discoveries, creative cuisine, intriguing inns to exciting attractions…the road is his page. The experiences are his ink. And every 300 miles, a new chapter begins. Whether you live vicariously or by example, Mike will do the exploring so you can have an adventure.

Official Launch of Mike’s Road Trip.com

Mike Shubic July 28th, 2010 Comments Off

For Immediate Release: Contact: July 28, 2010 Mike Shubic | 480-433-9241 | [email protected] LIFE’S LEMONS NEVER TASTED SO SWEET Everywhere, USA – The economic difficulties have taken their toll on so many; however some take the lemons of life and turn tragedy into opportunity. Take freelance web developer and online...

Vagabond Lodge Bed and Breakfast Review

Mike Shubic July 28th, 2010 2 Comments

Just when I think it can’t get any better, I stay in yet another amazing bed and breakfast. I recently visited this wonderful ski area called, “Kicking Horse,” which is just above the Golden, B.C. area. I stayed at the Vagabond Lodge, which is really a quintessential lodge to me. ...

Between Peaks and Valleys: The Unwavering Allure of Glacier National Park

Mike Shubic July 26th, 2010 4 Comments

For years, Glacier National Park beckoned me with its tales of pristine beauty. Upon finally realizing this long-held dream, I was greeted with the park's centennial celebrations. It's been a century since Glacier was designated as a National Park, and although it once boasted over 150 glaciers, the effects of...

Glacier Mountain Lodge B&B Review

Mike Shubic July 22nd, 2010 8 Comments

Glacier Mountain Lodge is probably one of the finest places I’ve ever had the privilege of staying. No expense was spared when building this beautiful structure, which also includes two separate cabin retreats on the eight acres the property encompasses. The grounds are fabulously designed with several dramatic water features,...

The Swan Hill Bed and Breakfast Review

Mike Shubic July 22nd, 2010 1 Comment

I stay in a lot of B&B’s and most are unique and special in their own way. The Swan Hill Bed and Breakfast however might just make my top-10 list of favorites…especially the specific accommodations that I was privileged with. Not only is the general area of Flathead Lake spectacular,...

The Hickory House Inn B&B Review

Mike Shubic July 21st, 2010 Comments Off

The Hickory House Inn bed and breakfast is a place rich in history…it’s located in the historical district of Anaconda, MT and was formally the parish house of St. Paul's Church. The former Rectory has 4200 square feet that includes five guest quarters and some wonderfully spacious and comfortable common...

Paradise Valley Inn Bed and Breakfast Review

Mike Shubic July 21st, 2010 5 Comments

Paradise Valley Inn Bed and Breakfast is located just outside (and above) Bonners Ferry, Idaho, which is in the northern part of the state and not far from the Canadian boarder. The Inn has five comfortable rooms, in addition to a private Garden Cabin (which is where I stayed). The...

Experiential Video Production

Mike Shubic July 19th, 2010 Comments Off

What is an “experiential” video? Experiential videos are developed in an editorial-style format, whereas the footage is of a person or persons experiencing something first hand…whether it’s a restaurant meal, tourist attraction or lodging accommodations. An experiential video is a powerful marketing tool, and, is becoming quite popular—it puts the...

Is Ice a Commodity?

Mike Shubic July 17th, 2010 Comments Off

There is something odd going on here in Canada...and, it has to do with the price of ice! A common bag of ice in the States runs between $1.25-$2.00 for a 7lb, 8lb or 10lb bag. I have been to a number of places to buy ice here in Canada,...

Where did we Meet?

Mike Shubic July 16th, 2010 59 Comments

I meet a lot of cool people on the road...some for just a moment, others I get to have lovely conversations with. This section of Mike's Road Trip will let you tell my followers and me where we met so that I can remember you through this journey. Please post...

A Strange Day of Connections in Bonners Ferry

Mike Shubic July 14th, 2010 2 Comments

I was staying in Bonners Ferry, ID yesterday and didn’t realize what a connection I had to the place. I knew I had some distant relatives that lived there—and, I knew my Mother lived there at one time, however I didn’t know the timeframe or circumstances. I myself had not...

The Wonder and Mystique of Sedona, AZ

Mike Shubic July 2nd, 2010 4 Comments

Sedona is one of those magical places that should be on everyone's top-20 list of places to visit. The brilliance of the red rock spires, the adventure of exploration, the spiritual feeling one gets when meditating on the serene banks of Oak Creek...it's just an amazing place. There is so...

An Overview of Dillon, Montana

Mike Shubic June 30th, 2010 Comments Off

I came to Dillon, Montana for one reason only, to visit a very dear friend of mine—otherwise I can't imagine it being on my radar as a place I had to go. While I enjoyed my time there in the quaint little town, Dillon is more a place for raising...

Lemongrass Thai Restaurant Review

Mike Shubic June 30th, 2010 Comments Off

The decor at Lemongrass Thai restaurant in Bozeman, MT has a modern flair while paying reverence to its Thai traditions. Its atmosphere is both cozy, while being open and airy, much like a lounge rather than the traditional restaurant layout. I have a lot of experience eating Thai food as...

RiverRock Lodge Review (Big Sky, MT)

Mike Shubic June 29th, 2010 Comments Off

The RiverRock Lodge is located right in the heart of Big Sky, MT and is not quite as much a lodge as it is a small hotel. With that said, the RiverRock tries to give its place a "Lodge" feel with a number of locally taxidermist animals, lots of rugged...