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Why the TSA needs to go!

Mike Shubic April 27th, 2016 2 Comments

As a professional travel blogger I typically don't write about controversial topics, but the latest news on the TSA has prompted me to do so. As a road trip blogger I am thankful that I don't have to fly as often as some of my colleagues, however I still board...

Lowepro DroneGuard 450 Backpack review

Mike Shubic April 19th, 2016 1 Comment

DroneGuard BP 450 Review As a quad-copter pilot, I was really excited last year when Lowepro came out with their DroneGuard Kit, which enabled me to easily carry around my quad-copter along with all the extras. In addition to the quad-copter, extra batteries and cables, there is also space for...

Eat, Drink, Play and Snooze your way around Kuta

Mike Shubic April 18th, 2016 1 Comment

Kuta Guest Article by: Ruth Johnston - Publisher of Exploramum Kuta , Bali in Indonesia is a magnet. A magnet to tourists from all over the world. Traditionally it was mainly filled with Australians who can fly there for under $100 each way, and from as few as 2 hours...

Arizona Restaurant Week just around the corner

Mike Shubic April 18th, 2016 2 Comments

Save the Date: Arizona Restaurant Week (May 20-29, 2016) Many cities and states now have organized restaurant weeks, where culinary experiences are celebrated and shared. Arizona kick's off its gastro week May 20th-29th. If you've never participated, the event gives food-lovers an opportunity to visit a wide selection of participating...

Brand Ambassador Program

Mike Shubic April 8th, 2016 Comments Off

Mike's Road Trip offers three standard brand ambassador packages, however depending on your needs, something can certainly be customized. Minimum six month agreement required. Package 1 (The following is for a 3-month period) (2) Guest write two blog posts for your site/blog and support with quality images. (18) Random social...

[Video] Louisiana Drive-Thru Daiquiri Shack

Mike Shubic April 7th, 2016 36 Comments

In Vicksburg, Mississippi there is a bridge that crosses the mighty Mississippi River into Louisiana. One night during dinner a local told me about a novelty I might want to experience...the Drive-Thru Daiquiri. "Drive-thru daiquiri," I said? "Yes, just across the border you can exit the freeway where you'll find...

History comes alive! Day 3 in Vicksburg full of culture

Mike Shubic March 30th, 2016 2 Comments

Click here to read day two of my road trip to Vicksburg. I don't know about you, but when I was a kid in grade school, the least interesting subject was history. As I get older, I am enthralled by history and can't get enough of it. I have a...

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Mike Shubic March 30th, 2016 Comments Off

MikesRoadTrip.com is a well established travel blog producing consistent quality content since early 2010. There are many promotional opportunities available. To make the navigation process as simple as possible, this page will aggregate you to the content you desire. Click the following link to see the full press kit. Promotional...

Product Reviews

Mike Shubic March 30th, 2016 1 Comment

The team at MikesRoadTrip.com love to review products that are related to road trips and travel, and that are helpful to our readers. We will only write or make mentions of products we love. If we do not love your product, we will notify you and/or send the item back....

Encounter with a Mad Baker – Day two in Vicksburg

Mike Shubic March 29th, 2016 5 Comments

Click here to read day one of my road diary in Vicksburg. This morning I met Bill for breakfast at a new establishment in town called the Mad Baker. As soon as I walked in I was enthusiastically welcomed by the staff, each warmly greeting me and other patrons. I...

George’s: Stunning views and classic California cuisine

Mike Shubic March 24th, 2016 Comments Off

Few dining experiences are better than taking in the views of a setting sun over the Pacific Ocean within the temperate climate of Southern California. In San Diego's La Jolla Cove there is local culinary institution that has been serving California cuisine to visitors and locals alike for more than...

Visiting Vicksburg soon

Mike Shubic March 11th, 2016 6 Comments

Last year I did an amazing road trip through Delta Mississippi, along Highway 61, which is also known as the “Blues Trail.” One could argue that Highway 61 rivals Route 66, certainly for its musical significance. This year I'm traveling a bit farther south and deeper into the Delta, to...

The Market Restaurant: Where comfort and class collide

Mike Shubic March 2nd, 2016 Comments Off

In the central Arcadia district of Phoenix, Arizona is The Market, a trendy restaurant and catering company run by chef Jennifer Russo and her business partner Richard Fiero. The establishment is tucked back in a secluded corner of a shopping center where the entire restaurant opens up to the outdoors,...

Women in Travel Summit

Mike Shubic February 29th, 2016 Comments Off

In just a couple of weeks I'll be heading to southern California for the Women in Travel Summit. Now, you may be asking yourself, "uh, that sounds like a travel conference for women." My answer would be..."indeed it does." :-) I fully expect to be the smartest (only) guy in...