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The Cliff Dwellers roadside attraction in Arizona
Located along Highway 89a in northern Arizona is an incredible roadside attraction known as the Cliff Dwellers. The Cliff Dwellers is a cluster of several small homes built under unique rock-formations that provided some of the shelter. The soft eroding material from the Vermilion Cliffs offered a bounty of building...
Read moreLake Ontario road trip guide from Toronto to Niagara
If you're interested in doing a Lake Ontario road trip from Toronto to Niagara, this guide is chock full of activity suggestions. There are many amazing road trips to take in a country as large and beautiful as Canada—from the dramatic coastal scenery of Nova Scotia, to the peaks and...
Read moreTop-5 sights to see in Ireland’s Ancient East
Ireland's Ancient East is a remarkable part of the country—the world even, with architectural heritage including looming castles, Stone Age monuments, burial sites, and religious ruins. I spent a week road tripping around the region and here are my top-5 favorite sights to see when in Ireland's Ancient East. https://youtu.be/_Jf9IU7U8kU...
Read moreThe ultimate list of Roadside Attractions
As a road trip travel blogger I have come across some fascinating roadside attractions. I thought it would be fun to put together a collaborative article on the best roadside attractions from around the world. To do this, I have enlisted the help of my fellow travel blogger friends to...
Read moreThe ultimate list of roadside attractions (11-20)
This ultimate list of roadside attractions continues to Page 2 (11-20). Click here to start from the beginning. The Silver Slipper in Las Vegas, Nevada [caption id="attachment_50711" align="alignnone" width="785"] Photo and contribution by Suzanne Jones from The Travel Bunny travel blog[/caption] Along Las Vegas Boulevard roadside you'll discover some iconic Vegas...
Read moreThe ultimate list of roadside attractions (21-30)
This ultimate list of roadside attractions continues here on page three (list: #21 - #30). Click here to go to the beginning of this list. Lunar Lander roadside attraction in Westonia, Mississippi [caption id="attachment_44211" align="alignnone" width="785"] Photo and contribution by Mike of MikesRoadTrip.com[/caption] A Lunar Lander trainer from the Apollo...
Read moreThe ultimate list of roadside attractions (31-40)
This ultimate list of roadside attractions continues here on page 4 (list: 31-40). Click here to start from the beginning. Roadside Attractions in Texas include Prada Marfa [caption id="attachment_50690" align="alignnone" width="785"] Photo and contribution by: Erin Mushaway with Sol Salute[/caption] If you find yourself in West Texas, Prada Marfa is worth...
Read moreGetting Mushy in Seward, Alaska while preparing for IdidaRide
This is a both a heartwarming story, and one of adventure while doing IdidaRide in Seward, Alaska. I’ve never believed in love at first sight. Lust at first sight, absolutely. But love? Nope. Love takes time to grow, to get to know your partner, blah blah blah. Two weeks ago...
Read moreDMO/CVBs should take note of Casey, Illinois
When I consult with 2nd and 3rd tier destination marketers, I often tell them that if they want to spur tourism, they need a "ball of string." We live in a society today that documents everything. Everyone is an influencer and publisher of content. If your destination has a piece...
Read moreAutomotive road trip review of the 2018 Kia Sportage
In May of 2018 I had an opportunity take a Phoenix to Denver road trip in a 2018 Kia Sportage. I logged over 3000 miles and had the vehicle for nearly a month. This is what I thought of the Kia Sportage from a road trip perspective. INITIAL ASSESSMENT: The...
Read moreNorthern Germany Road Trip Guide for Foodies
In this Northern Germany road trip guide for foodies I will provide all of the details to discover the northern part of the country, complete with hotels, restaurants (mainly fine-dining) and other activity recommendations. At the end of this post you will find a Northern Germany road trip map. Have...
Read more24 Hours in Boulder, Colorado – 5 things not to miss!
If you only have 24 hours in Boulder, Colorado, here is my guide that will tantalize you to either stay longer, or, come back for another visit when you have more time. Boulder is located 30 miles northwest of Denver, situated at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and surrounded...
Read moreIn Denver for my first IPW experience
I have had a fantastic time here in Denver attending the IPW (International Pow Wow) travel conference. Each year I attend several travel conferences in order to learn about emerging markets, new attraction offerings, professional development, etc. Making contacts with destination, hotels, tour and attraction representatives is very helpful in...
Read moreThe Longest Road Trip Roads in the World
If you dream of epic adventures you should definitely consider traveling down one of the longest road trip roads in the world. Whether you’re in search of some good ol’ American fun, or looking to experience other countries, or even entire continents, we’ve compiled a list of some of the...
Read moreThe Mission Restaurant: A Culinary Pilgrimage
The Mission Restaurant takes diners on an extraordinary culinary pilgrimage—starting with the main dining area which is decorated in rich earth tones, supple leathers and large candelabras hanging from the exposed duct-work ceiling. A back-lit Himalayan salt wall sets the stage for Peruvian accented Latin fare that introduces the palate...
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