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What Fall looks like in the desert
I was driving just outside of Wickenburg, Arizona today and noticed the brilliant colors of fall foliage. I parked my truck, sent my drone up and captured a few fall images. Mind you, this is a pretty unusual sight here in the desert Southwest. Of course the variety of the...
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Examples of Mike’s Road Trip Content ROAD TRIPS (Writing) Perfect 5-Day Arizona Road Trip Road trip guide to the Olympic Peninsula San Juan Islands Road Trip DESTINATIONS (Writing) Raja Ampat is no ‘fantasy,’ it’s real! Most colorful Island in the World Huntsville leaves endearing impression LODGING (Writing) St. John’s Lighthouse...
Read moreWinchester Mystery House: a haunted labyrinth maze of mystery
A common description of the Winchester Mystery House in San Jose, California is, “Bizarre but Beautiful!” I found this to be undeniably true while visiting this unique mansion not long ago. The story behind this property is as intriguing as the mansion itself. In the mid-1800’s, Sarah Winchester, widow of...
Read moreThe cleansing tears of Peru
In the mountains of Peru it was silent. Only a slight glimmer of sunlight started to peak over the mountains. Fresh air filled my lungs as I stared deep into the dark abyss, and for some unexplained reason, tears started pouring from my eyes. I had no idea why I...
Read moreA Call to Pens – A referendum on working for free
[This article is directed toward both the travel writer/blogger and to DMO’s, Hotels, Attractions and Brands in the travel sector. The goal is to educate and spur dialogue. Please leave comments below so that we may learn from each other.] I have been a professional travel blogger going on seven...
Read moreIt’s more fun in the Philippines when you lose your luggage in Cebu
At 5 am when the world around me was sleeping, I was sitting on my private balcony of the luxurious Shangri-La’s Mactan Resort and Spa in Cebu, Philippines. The tropical dawn and soothing sea breeze was not only kissing my cheeks, but had also awakened the philosopher in me. I...
Read moreSuper moon, a super bust! Or was it?
It's been all over the news...Super Moon this, Super Moon that! For two days, once in the morning for the setting moon, and once for the moon rise the next day, I got my camera set up to shoot this "Super Moon," that everyone was talking about. As a photographer...
Read moreFan fleecing at Arizona Cardinals game
I used to be a pretty avid Cardinals and overall sports fan, but over the years of player strikes, listening to over-paid athletes whine and poor performance by my favorite teams, I lost interest. I am now a fair-weathered or band wagon fan, one who temporarily jumps aboard when the...
Read moreBest places to see, stay and eat in Yogjakarta
When traveling through Yogjakarta in Wonderful Indonesia, there are many hidden gems to explore. Borobudur is without question the main attraction in Yogiakarta, and where many visitors spend most of their time. While Borobudur is indeed an image of beauty (especially during sunrise), there are many other places which should...
Read moreThings you need to know before you go to China
China is well known for its Giant Panda, the Great Wall, tea, porcelain, Feng Shui, Tai Chi and its massive population, but when you travel to the Forbidden City and beyond, there are a few things you should know before you go to China. During the summer of 2015 I...
Read moreNear miss for some, not others
During my nearly seven years as a road trip travel blogger I have had two close call/near-tragic accidents occur. One was way back in 2011 while driving in snowy conditions through Montana. I was driving up a hill on the Interstate, stupidly with the cruise control on, when the overdrive...
Read moreRaja Ampat is no ‘Fantasy,’ it’s real!
The Raja Ampat Islands are located in a far off land, and if you want to visit, it requires one arduous journey. Not many are willing to make such a pilgrimage, which is probably one of the reasons this unspoiled area is still so stunning. When I say "stunning," that...
Read moreBorobudur, beyond breathtaking
Borobudur is one of those bucket list places, the ones that leave an indelible mark on the soul of a wanderlust. I spent a few weeks traveling around Indonesia and one of the highlights, was the sunrise hike to the top of Borobudur Temple. Borobudur is located on the Indonesian...
Read moreTake a bite out of these foodie destinations
Dining out has evolved from something to sustain, to an experience. The restaurant food scene has exploded over the past decade, spawning ideas like the once diametric gourmet food truck. Cooking and restaurant shows dominate the cable air waves. And cities are becoming destinations thanks in large part to the...
Read moreVicksburg Case Study working with Mike’s Road Trip
Vicksburg, Mississippi CVB organized a press trip for Mike’s Road Trip in April of 2016 to experience their community—to develop an article and video that was published on MikesRoadTrip.com and utilized by stakeholders. 90 Day Review MikesRoadTrip.com visits: These are the metrics after 90 days of my Vicksburg article and...
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