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Foul Weather Bluff, a Gem of an Excursion
Hansville, WA is more of a bedroom community than anything else, however they do have a couple of great sites for the adventurous traveler. Foul Weather Bluff Preserve is a gem of an excursion, however it can be hard to find. There is no signage whatsoever for this little stroll...
Read moreBest Gourmet Pizza…Top 10 Best Pizzerias
Like most American's, I LOVE good pizzaânot the deep-dish Chicago style or the New York pie, but a good gourmet fufu-type pizza with thin crust. I like my pizza unique and non-traditional. So, here is my top-10 list of the best gourmet pizzerias...in no particular order... [caption id="attachment_3597" align="alignleft" width="164"]...
Read moreAn Overview of the Spectacular Butchart Gardens
Magnificent views of the Butchart Gardens can be enjoyed during any season, but the summer is just breathtaking. My trip to Butchart was at the end of August, just a weekend prior to the last firework show of the season. While the crowds are insane this time of year, it...
Read moreThe Beaconsfield Inn, A Charming B&B in Victoria
When you stay at the Beaconsfield Inn, you'll feel like you stepped back in time. The turn-of-the-century mansion (circa 1905), turned bed and breakfast is a great reminder of the opulent living of years past. Many of the historic elements that evoke the warmth and hospitality associated with past eras...
Read moreSix Degrees of Kevin Bacon
I've always been fascinated by how closely connected we all seem to beâSix Degrees of Kevin Bacon if you will (a play on "Six Degrees of Separation"). Last night I had a wonderful evening with Scott and Jill of 12 Legs Travel and a mutual acquaintance, Laura McMurchie. I have...
Read moreInn Marketing Tips for B & B Proprietors
Inn Marketing | Top 10 Inn Marketing tips for B & Bs | Bed and Breakfast Marketing Tips For the avid traveler there are is plethora of lodging choices, most of which come in the form of a generic hotel chain with large marketing budgets. How do smaller Inns and...
Read moreProduct PICK…the ENO Hammock System
[caption id="attachment_3160" align="alignleft" width="199"] Eagles Nest Outfitters Hammock in front of Mt. Rainier[/caption] For many years now I had been looking for a compact, lightweight hammock that could be used for camping and backpacking. Just recently one of my friends and Mike's Road Trip followers sent me a link to...
Read moreA Trek up Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier offers up more than fifty different hikes throughout the National Park. During the summer months you will experience an abundance of beauty, from wildflower meadows to breathtaking glaciers, waterfalls, streams to shimmering lake views with Mount Rainier reflecting across their surface. This is to say nothing of the...
Read moreLady Macdonald Country Inn B&B Review
Located right in the heart of Canmore, Alberta the Lady Macdonald Country Inn is conveniently located in between Calgary and Banff National Park. This B&B is fairly large with twelve colorfully decorated rooms. While the Inn is distinctly Canadian, it does have a European flair, perhaps itâs because one of...
Read moreA Summer’s Day on Alki Beach (West Seattle)
I've been going to Alki Beach in West Seattle for years now and have to say it's one of my favorite spots in the city. The beach is large with plenty of sand along with a great boardwalk that runs for miles. Alki Beach is reminiscent of a typical California...
Read moreTrekking Through the Olympic Peninsula Area
During the summer months there are few places as superlative as the Pacific Northwest. Everything is lush and green from its continuous supply of moisture. When the sun breaks free of the overcast skies it opens up a world of contrast full of depth, color and splendor. I was born...
Read moreA Review of The Lodge at Whitefish Lake
When I first arrived in Whitefish, Montana, I was pleasantly surprised. Unlike many smaller towns its size, Whitefish actually has some great amenities and accommodationsâincluding the place I stayed, The Lodge at Whitefish Lake. Located just east of downtown, The Lodge was much grander than I expectedâŚitâs actually a full-blown...
Read moreBanff National Park: Where Nature’s Majesty Unfolds at Every Turn
Banff National Park had been on my bucket list for years, and when I finally visited, it exceeded all my expectations. Recognized as one of Canada's top tourist destinations, it's no surprise that the park sees a heavy influx of visitors, especially during peak seasons. The Town of Banff Banff...
Read moreOfficial Launch of Mike’s Road Trip.com
For Immediate Release: Contact: July 28, 2010 Mike Shubic | 480-433-9241 | [email protected] LIFEâS LEMONS NEVER TASTED SO SWEET Everywhere, USA â The economic difficulties have taken their toll on so many; however some take the lemons of life and turn tragedy into opportunity. Take freelance web developer and online...
Read moreVagabond Lodge Bed and Breakfast Review
Just when I think it canât get any better, I stay in yet another amazing bed and breakfast. I recently visited this wonderful ski area called, âKicking Horse,â which is just above the Golden, B.C. area. I stayed at the Vagabond Lodge, which is really a quintessential lodge to me. ...
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