Category: Featured Destinations
Mike’s Road Trip features a wide variety of amazing destinations that will inspire you to get out and see the world. These destinations include some of the most beautiful and iconic places in the United States and beyond, from Seattle to Sedona, Tuscany to Tanzania and Sri Lanka to Melbourne. The website also highlights less well-known but equally stunning destinations, such as the Badlands of South Dakota, the Blue Ridge Parkway in Virginia, the rolling hills of Maramureș Romania and the Great River Road along the Mississippi River. Each destination featured includes detailed information about what makes it special, including its history, natural beauty, and recreational opportunities. Visitors can also find out what other nearby attractions are worth visiting and get directions and details to help them plan their trip. The amazing destinations featured on Mike’s Road Trip are sure to provide visitors with an unforgettable road trip travel experience.
New Orleans… Captivates, tantalizes and hugs with hospitality
I’m not proud to admit the following, but I have found myself being a bit judgmental of late. Don’t misunderstand; I don’t apologize for this in the least, as I believe that some prejudices are innate human survival characteristics. However, what I’ve been discovering is that my preconceived notions, while...
Read moreSix places you’ll want to photograph in Greece
Greece may be in the spotlight right now for all the wrong reasons, but what better time to visit such a beautiful and vibrant country? Traveling to Greece is a great way to help a struggling economy, and get some well-deserved rest and relaxation. While you're there you won't want...
Read moreExploring Page, Lake Powell and beyond
Page, Arizona is located in northern Arizona near the Utah border and is home to one of my favorite recreational lakes...Lake Powell. This stunning body of water has more coastline than the entire west coast...with finger inlets of turquoise blue water stretching for miles. Lake Powell is encompassed within the...
Read moreFinland fascinates; winter activities thrill
I’ve been to Europe several times, but my recent trip to Finland was the first to a Nordic or Scandinavian country. I have lived most of my life in the Southwest of the U.S. and have little experience with winter activities, however several had been on my bucket list…such as...
Read moreThis is what it’s like to go on the Sampo Icebreaker Cruise
Have you ever wondered what it's like to go on an icebreaker cruise? While visiting Kemi, Finland in the northern part of the country, I had an opportunity to go on the extraordinary Sampo Icebreaker cruise. The Sampo is the only icebreaker cruise in the world dedicated as a tourist...
Read moreArizona Renaissance Festival
The Arizona Renaissance Festival is is one of the largest such festivals in the nation. This year festival organizers are celebrating its 26th season, which runs from the beginning of February through the end of March. The 30-acre park is located just outside of Apache Junction, about 50 miles east...
Read moreChihuly exhibit at Desert Botanical Garden
Located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona is one of the city's most popular and illustrious attractions...the Desert Botanical Garden. No matter when you visit, you'll be awed by the diversity of the Sonoran Desert. However, if you go now until May 18th, 2014, you'll be dazzled by the outdoor...
Read moreBest Grand Canyon view is at the east entrance Watchtower
The Grand Canyon is a distant second to the Smoky Mountains as the most visited National Park in the country, with over six million visiting annually (2016). The vast majority of visitors come through the South Rim entrance, each in search of the best place to see the awe-inspiring sight....
Read moreSanta Fe Farmers Market
Santa Fe, New Mexico is well known for its rich history, diverse culture, world-class art, chili-inspired culinary dishes, and, distinct Southwestern style. One stop worth making on your next trip to Santa Fe has to be the Farmer's Market, located in the relatively new, Railyard Park. The market began with...
Read moreCherry Springs; a celestial state park
This past summer I road tripped through Pennsylvania, along historic Hwy 6. I spent about five or six days zig zagging north to south, hitting historic sites and state parks along the way. I had been listening to the radio when I heard about an extraordinary meteor shower that would...
Read moreQuebec City Music Festival
In the summer of 2013, I road tripped from Arizona all the way to Québec. I had never been to the province or the city of Québec, so I really did not know what to expect. What I discovered was a part of Canada rich in its European roots...full of...
Read moreHoover Dam
Hoover Dam is located about half an hour outside Las Vegas and situated in between Arizona and Nevada. Filled with history and a colossal view, the Hoover Dam is certainly a worthwhile stop. It’s easy to be awed by the Hoover Dam. If you have just a few minutes, stop...
Read moreBest of 2013
This is the fourth annual Mike's Road Trip "Best Of" list. As usual, there were many worthy contenders. While I'm sorry some did not make it, I'm confident I've chosen the best-of-the-best. Click on any of the links below to be taken to posts, pictures and/or videos of my experience....
Read moreA lofty view of San Diego
San Diego is one of the most beautiful cities in the country—with its lush foliage, rolling hills and ocean views, one of the best ways to experience this coastal community might be in a hot air balloon. If you've never been in a hot air balloon before, let me encourage...
Read moreRock City Gardens: Yabba dabba DO!
As someone who thoroughly enjoys the outdoors, one of my favorite pastimes is visiting botanical gardens, arboretums and the like. Most larger cities have a garden getaway, but few are as unique and interesting as the one I discovered in Chattanooga, Tennessee...Rock City Gardens. Rock City is technically located in...
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