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.
5 Must See Destinations in Queensland
Guest Post by: Kristine Vicencio One of Australia’s most popular states is Queensland. This comes as no surprise, considering it is home to some of the most popular destinations in the world and such a wide range of outdoor activities. As a traveler, you will find that there is no...
Read moreMini-Guide to Mayrhofen
Guest Post by: Andrew Weller Thinking of an adventurous ski holiday in the Alps, or maybe just some peace and quiet in the Tyrolean valley? If you want to get off the beaten path, look no further than the quaint and charming village of Mayrhofen. Flanked by the Penken and...
Read moreTen towns not to miss this summer
Summer is a wonderful time to take a road trip, and these ten towns provide stellar options. Each of these communities has everything you need to have a memorable vacation—from outstanding lodging options, culinary delights, sensational scenery to fun activities. Whitefish, Montana Whitefish is located in the northwestern part of...
Read moreFrazier Falls – an easy hike with a big reward
Frazier Falls is located just above Grayeagle, California and is about 6200 feet in elevation. The 1.4 mile round trip hike is both easy and quite scenic. This area experiences heavy snowfall in the winter, the melt-off flows from the Lakes Basin into Frazier Creek on its descent more than...
Read moreStockholm on Two Wheels: Biking Around the Capital of Scandinavia
Guest post by: Louise Vinciguerra Spread across 14 islands and surrounded by some of the most beautiful natural scenery in Europe, Stockholm is not a city to be seen from the inside of a vehicle. One of the most enjoyable—and efficient—means of exploring this Scandinavian capital is via bicycle. Thankfully,...
Read moreTop three things to do in Lanzarote
For a holiday destination that's really quite unique, the Canary Island of Lanzarote takes some beating. You may know it for its buzzing beach resorts - Playa Blanca, Costa Teguise and party-hard Puerto del Carmen to name just a few. Or maybe you're familiar with its stark volcanic landscape and...
Read moreFive Essential San Francisco Experiences
Fancy a road trip along California’s famous highway 101 this summer? There couldn’t be a better place to end your journey than San Francisco. The ‘City by the Bay’ truly has it all—natural beauty, incredible architecture, world-class cuisine and its own quirky culture. During your visit to this northern Californian...
Read moreAnd the “Best of the Road” winners are…
As many of you know, I was one of the participants on this year's "Best of the Road" with Rand McNally and USA Today, which will be featured on the Travel Channel July 25th at 8pm EST. I have no doubt that all the judges had an incredibly difficult time...
Read moreMust-do east coast road trip sights
Guest Post by: Christina Miller Planning a road trip across the United States? There are plenty of routes to take, whether you want to see the old West or what it’s like in California wine country. But one of the must do U.S. road trips to take is a drive...
Read moreThe Top Ten Things you won’t miss after a visit to China
One of my best friends, Jeff Hilgaertner, just got back from a trip to China with his family. He wrote the following post on Facebook and I thought it was quite interesting and informative for someone who has never been to China. I asked him if I could re-post it...
Read moreCovert mission to uncover UnderCover Ale Works
UnderCover Ale Works and Sweet Palace produce completely different products, however both may share the "it" factor when it comes to helping a small community become a destination. Nestled hillside off highway 70, just outside of Graeagle, CA, I discovered (thanks to my friend Debra) a covert local attraction fermenting...
Read moreOceanside produces outstanding Sunset Market
I have been to a number of evening markets around the world, from Asia to Europe (the one in Bangkok is amazing). The public market concept is a cultural gathering that dates back to the beginning of time. With fresh food, artisans and live music, what's not to enjoy. I...
Read moreThe Greatest Road Trip in the Rockies
Guest Post by: Sharon Mason The Greatest Road Trip in the Rockies – Tips for Driving the Icefields Parkway The amazing Icefields Parkway is one of the most jaw-dropping roads in the Rockies, and possibly one of the best drives in Canada. Along the way you will see turquoise mountain...
Read moreExploring an Abandoned Nevada Mine
While I was working my way toward northern California, I made a number of stops to explore old ghost towns in western Nevada. It was getting late so I was figured I should find a good place to camp. After seeing a dirt road to veer off of highway 95...
Read moreThe Mesa Verde “Balcony House” climb and tour
Most of Mesa Verde National Park can be explored on your own, however there are a number of sites (including the Balcony House) that require a permit and guided tour by a knowledgeable park ranger. The price is just $3 for each guided tour, which I really recommend since these...
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