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Glacier Mountain Lodge B&B Review

Mike Shubic July 22nd, 2010 8 Comments

Glacier Mountain Lodge is probably one of the finest places I’ve ever had the privilege of staying. No expense was spared when building this beautiful structure, which also includes two separate cabin retreats on the eight acres the property encompasses. The grounds are fabulously designed with several dramatic water features,...

The Swan Hill Bed and Breakfast Review

Mike Shubic July 22nd, 2010 1 Comment

I stay in a lot of B&B’s and most are unique and special in their own way. The Swan Hill Bed and Breakfast however might just make my top-10 list of favorites…especially the specific accommodations that I was privileged with. Not only is the general area of Flathead Lake spectacular,...

The Hickory House Inn B&B Review

Mike Shubic July 21st, 2010 Comments Off

The Hickory House Inn bed and breakfast is a place rich in history…it’s located in the historical district of Anaconda, MT and was formally the parish house of St. Paul's Church. The former Rectory has 4200 square feet that includes five guest quarters and some wonderfully spacious and comfortable common...

Paradise Valley Inn Bed and Breakfast Review

Mike Shubic July 21st, 2010 5 Comments

Paradise Valley Inn Bed and Breakfast is located just outside (and above) Bonners Ferry, Idaho, which is in the northern part of the state and not far from the Canadian boarder. The Inn has five comfortable rooms, in addition to a private Garden Cabin (which is where I stayed). The...

Experiential Video Production

Mike Shubic July 19th, 2010 Comments Off

What is an “experiential” video? Experiential videos are developed in an editorial-style format, whereas the footage is of a person or persons experiencing something first hand…whether it’s a restaurant meal, tourist attraction or lodging accommodations. An experiential video is a powerful marketing tool, and, is becoming quite popular—it puts the...

Is Ice a Commodity?

Mike Shubic July 17th, 2010 Comments Off

There is something odd going on here in Canada...and, it has to do with the price of ice! A common bag of ice in the States runs between $1.25-$2.00 for a 7lb, 8lb or 10lb bag. I have been to a number of places to buy ice here in Canada,...

Where did we Meet?

Mike Shubic July 16th, 2010 59 Comments

I meet a lot of cool people on the road...some for just a moment, others I get to have lovely conversations with. This section of Mike's Road Trip will let you tell my followers and me where we met so that I can remember you through this journey. Please post...

A Strange Day of Connections in Bonners Ferry

Mike Shubic July 14th, 2010 2 Comments

I was staying in Bonners Ferry, ID yesterday and didn’t realize what a connection I had to the place. I knew I had some distant relatives that lived there—and, I knew my Mother lived there at one time, however I didn’t know the timeframe or circumstances. I myself had not...

The Wonder and Mystique of Sedona, AZ

Mike Shubic July 2nd, 2010 4 Comments

Sedona is one of those magical places that should be on everyone's top-20 list of places to visit. The brilliance of the red rock spires, the adventure of exploration, the spiritual feeling one gets when meditating on the serene banks of Oak Creek...it's just an amazing place. There is so...

An Overview of Dillon, Montana

Mike Shubic June 30th, 2010 Comments Off

I came to Dillon, Montana for one reason only, to visit a very dear friend of mine—otherwise I can't imagine it being on my radar as a place I had to go. While I enjoyed my time there in the quaint little town, Dillon is more a place for raising...

Lemongrass Thai Restaurant Review

Mike Shubic June 30th, 2010 Comments Off

The decor at Lemongrass Thai restaurant in Bozeman, MT has a modern flair while paying reverence to its Thai traditions. Its atmosphere is both cozy, while being open and airy, much like a lounge rather than the traditional restaurant layout. I have a lot of experience eating Thai food as...

RiverRock Lodge Review (Big Sky, MT)

Mike Shubic June 29th, 2010 Comments Off

The RiverRock Lodge is located right in the heart of Big Sky, MT and is not quite as much a lodge as it is a small hotel. With that said, the RiverRock tries to give its place a "Lodge" feel with a number of locally taxidermist animals, lots of rugged...

Zion National Park…an Overview

Mike Shubic June 29th, 2010 4 Comments

This was my first trip to Zion National Park in more than twenty years, and at that time I was only passing through the park—this time I would get to experience it in all its glory. If you have the time, I would recommend trying to do both Zion and...

Gallagher’s Irish Rose B&B review

Mike Shubic June 28th, 2010 Comments Off

The Gallagher’s Irish Rose Bed and Breakfast is run by husband and wife, Gordon and Leah Gallagher. The Irish Rose is located in darling Red Lodge, Montana—in the heart of town and at the entrance to one of the most scenic byways in the country…the Beartooth Highway. It’s also conveniently...

Silver Forest Inn Bed & Breakfast Review

Mike Shubic June 27th, 2010 6 Comments

As I write this, I feel like I’m in the world’s coolest tree house! I’m enjoying a stay at the Silver Forest Inn Bed and Breakfast just outside Bozeman, MT. The Silver Forest B&B is run by a lovely family, Mark, Susannah and their three kids. My room is the...