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Best Bottled Iced Tea
Top Four Best Bottled Iced Tea I love iced tea and over the years have become quite the connoisseur. I've never been much of a soda drinker, but iced tea is something I drink just about every day. The following list is my top-4 favorite bottled teas, loose leaf or...
Read moreA look at the “Ultima” by CRKT
I’m no knife expert, but I am an avid outdoor enthusiast and really appreciate having good tools available when I need them. I recently added a new CRKT knife to my collection that I’m quite excited about…it’s called the “Ultima,” and, I got to use it the other day while...
Read moreAvoid the headaches, take the Seattle Water Taxi
Driving and parking in or around downtown Seattle is about as fun as poking needles in your eyes. If you live near West Seattle, thankfully there is an easy and convenient way to reach many of the wonderful attractions that downtown Seattle has to offer...the Water Taxi. The Seattle Water...
Read moreTravel Videos from fellow vloggers
A few months ago I attended a travel bloggers convention (TBEX) where I met a number of fellow video bloggers/vloggers. We decided to create a Facebook Group so that we could share ideas, tips and best practices. Once a week we invite members of our group to share a video...
Read moreMore than ‘Canyons’ at Canyonlands
The Moab, Utah area is simply spectacular, with so many recreational opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. I only spent a few days in the area, but that's all it took for me to get hooked. Most of my time was spent at Canyonlands National Park, which consists of spires, plateaus and...
Read moreContemporary, Classy: Crystal Lodge Hotel
Located right in the heart of Whistler Village, the Crystal Lodge is within minutes' walk to just about everything you could imagine...restaurants, shops, entertainment, and of course, the slopes. The hotel has a lot to offer its guests...from its modern design, spacious and luxurious rooms, array of amenities, to its...
Read moreWhistler: ‘World Class’ for Good Reason
Whistler is a well-known destination for many reasons...first, it's the largest ski resort in North American. Second, it has been a host venue for the winter Olympics, most recently in 2010. The resort community has so much to offer, be it winter, summer, or anytime in between. From skiing, snowboarding,...
Read moreCheck out the Natural Beauty of Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, California is known for its natural beauty, temperate climate, alternative lifestyles and socially liberal leanings. Within a short drive of many desirable California destinations, Santa Cruz is only 50 miles north of Monterey, 70 miles north of Big Sur and 70 miles south of San Francisco—which makes it...
Read more2011 Alki Beach 5k Run
While the area was socked-in with fog, it was still a great morning for a competitive run. Alki Beach in West Seattle was the host for the August 28, 2011 Alki Beach 5k Run to benefit the Northwest Hope and Healing Foundation. More than 1000 people showed up, with hundreds...
Read morePeak 2 Peak…what a ride!
I've been on a number of chairlifts and gondola rides in my day, but let me tell you...I've never been on anything like the Peak 2 Peak before. The Peak 2 Peak Gondola ride is different due in part to the fact that they broke all the molds when engineering...
Read moreSalmon River rafting trip, a six day excursion
A Six Day Excursion Rafting the Salmon River with O.A.R.S. DAY ONE RAFTING THE SALMON RIVER: My O.A.R.S. trip started with an introduction the night before our scheduled departure from McCall to Salmon, Idaho. We met at the Hunt Lodge where the folks from O.A.R.S. went over trip details and...
Read moreA funny misunderstanding
I just heard something I found quite amusing...bear with me as I set it up. Earlier this year I was staying at my buddy's place in Arizona...the neighbor told me that since my buddy did not have trash service, that I was welcome to put any garbage I had in...
Read moreThe George Washington Inn: Posh, Palatial and “Presidential”
Located just east of Port Angeles, Washington, on a bluff high above the Strait of Juan de Fuca, sits a remarkably familiar sight, a B&B offering spectacular views and accommodations alike. This Bed and Breakfast is modeled after a legendary home built over 200 years ago on the opposite end...
Read moreFishing Dog
I was doing some fishing the other day and a random dog perusing the beach decided he'd try and help me out...god knows I needed it. [yframe url='http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bq7PREmQNng']
Read moreOne Persistent Hitchhiker!
[audio:https://mikesroadtrip.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/Mouse-audio3.mp3|titles=Mouse-audio] Unbeknownst to me, I’ve been transporting a hitchhiker across state lines and international borders. Circumstantial evidence of this unwanted stowaway began to surface a few months ago, but hard proof would not reveal itself until recently. It all began earlier this year, several weeks after my departure from my...
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