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Traded in the Truck for a Day…
While on the California coast I traded in my Ford F-150 for something a bit more sporty for the day. Have a look...
Read moreA Review of The Ocean Lodge in Cannon Beach
The first thing I noticed when I arrived at The Ocean Lodge in Cannon Beach, OR (besides the obvious beach-side proximity) was the inviting fragrant scent of wood burning in a large stone fireplace located in the lobby—nothing like the affection of a real-wood fireplace. The next thing I noticed...
Read moreNot a great night on Mike’s Road Trip
Well, last night was not one of the best days on Mike’s Road Trip. It was one of those days where I did not have lodging set up and didn’t know where I would be laying my head for the evening. I have a press pass to tour the Hearst...
Read moreWhat is ‘the ONE thing’ about Port Orford?
[poll id="12"] “the ONE thing” is a new section of Mike’s Road Trip…it’s where people chime-in to tell my followers and me about what makes their community unique, special and/or interesting. If you are from, or have visited Port Orford, Oregon….tell us what “ONE thing” makes this area unique, special...
Read moreNew Section called ‘the ONE thing’
I've recently created a new section of Mike's Road Trip called, "the ONE thing." The idea is find out what is the ONE thing that makes a destination unique, special and/or interesting. In other words, why should my followers and me visit? Each week I'll create new "ONE thing" pages...
Read moreA Review of the Historic Davenport Hotel in Spokane, WA
The Davenport Hotel in downtown Spokane conjures up emotions of years gone by. This wonderfully restored hotel will make you feel like you're in another era, but with modern refinements. Originally built in 1914, The Davenport lived a long and lustrous life until 1985 when the downtown area began to...
Read moreA Refined Rustic Romantic Ranch Review
Pine River Ranch Bed and Breakfast is situated on 22 alpine acres with towering pine trees and snow-capped mountains—the location is within a trifecta of things to do…just 15 miles west of Leavenworth, WA; 15 miles east of the Stevens Pass Ski Resort, and just a mile to the south...
Read moreI lost a bet…had to run around in women’s underwear
Earlier this month I made a wager that I'd lose 5lbs by Thanksgiving...unfortunately, it didn't happen. Being a man of my word, the video below shows me running around in nothing more than woman's underwear. After this experience, I've decided that if anyone has a challenge or wager for me,...
Read moreYou NeedBe Goin’ to WeeBee’s in Bozeman
Today’s restaurant landscape is made up of a sea of franchise concepts, which might be great for consistency, but not for creative uniqueness. I will admit, there are a number of franchise eateries I enjoy out there, but there just isn’t anything more enjoyable than a first-rate local restaurant. While...
Read moreOutstanding Meal at Palm Court
Last night we enjoyed a spectacular meal at the Palm Court, which is the restaurant located inside the Davenport Hotel. The first course was a delicious fresh berry and mixed green salad (substituted blue cheese for goat) with a poppy-seed dressing. I couldn't believe how full of flavor the berries...
Read moreCatastrophe Averted, but Repercussions Loom
Yesterday was a white-knuckled, extremely stressful day on Mike’s Road Trip. I was driving from Bozeman, MT to Spokane, WA with my good friend Rhonda. The weather was cold and inclement at times and the road conditions were treacherous. I learned a valuable lesson this day…NEVER use your cruise control...
Read moreExploring Hurricane Ridge in the Olympic National Park
Hurricane Ridge is located in the Olympic National Park, just above the Port Angeles area. The drive up to the visitor’s center takes about a half an hour, not because of the distance, but because of the long windy scenic road. A ways up you start getting the first overlooks,...
Read moreColette’s Bed and Breakfast, an Outstanding Choice
I've stayed in a great deal of bed and breakfasts (most of which have been extremely nice), however from time to time one stands above the rest. Colette's Bed and Breakfast located in Port Angeles, WA is one of those places that excel in every category...location, accommodations, grounds, service and...
Read moreWhat is ‘the ONE thing?’
"the ONE thing™" is where the public chimes-in to tell my followers and me what makes their community, local restaurant, B&B, tourist attraction, etc. unique, special and/or interesting. Each week I will launch a few "ONE thing" topics for readers to comment, then vote on. For example, "What is the...
Read moreFun Foraging at Fort Flagler
Part of the Harbor Defense of Puget Sound, Fort Flagler, along with Fort Worden and Fort Casey once guarded the entrance to Puget Sound. These posts, established in the late 1890s, became the first line of defense to prevent a hostile fleet from reaching the Bremerton Naval Yard and the...
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