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.
What is “the ONE thing” in San Diego, California?
San Diego, California is one of the coolest big cities in America. "SD" as San Diego is often affectionately referred, is made up of a series of coastal communities that beckons snow birds (people escaping the cold) and zonies (people escaping the heat) throughout the year. From young and old,...
Read moreFirst time ‘Kamping’ at the San Diego KOA
I've done all kinds of camping in my day, but I'd never been "kamping" in San Diego before. The San Diego KOA (Kampgrounds of America) is located in the southern part of the county in Chula Vista. The property is quite large, with over 300 sites for RVers and tent...
Read moreDeath Valley: A fascinatingly inhospitable place
This was my first visit to Death Valley National Park and I wasn't sure what to expect. What I found was a fascinatingly inhospitable place. From the salt flats, sand dunes, to the hikes and cliff dwellings through the canyon walls, Death Valley is a very interesting and unique place...
Read moreAlki Beach – The sunny side of a cloudy city
Alki Beach is a popular coastal community located in the most westerly point of West Seattle, jutting out into the Pudget Sound. Alki is one of my favorite places in the city. During the morning hours you can grab a cup-a-joe from your preferred coffee shop and take a stroll...
Read moreBodie State Park…A time capsule unearthed
Bodie State Park is a well-preserved ghost town that dates back to the mid-1800s. By 1880, Bodie, California was a booming town with a population near 10,000, and some estimate that it was the 2nd or 3rd largest city in the state. By 1917, after the railroad shut down and...
Read moreMono Lake is Monolithic
Most will disagree with Mark Twain's description in his 1872 novel "Roughing It," where he describes Mono Lake as a "lifeless, treeless, hideous desert...the loneliest place on earth." Quite the contrary, Mono Lake is a beautiful ever-changing oasis. The monolithic lake shimmers under the bright blue skies as it reflects...
Read moreSanta Fe: A community so distinctive, it has its own style
I've been to Santa Fe, New Mexico on several occasions, each time I visit I find something new to explore. Santa Fe is a small community rich in history and culture, dating back some 400 years—its so distinctive that it has its own well-known style named for it..."Santa Fe Style." ...
Read moreMike’s Road Trip “Best of” 2011
I spent more than nine months on the road in 2011 and had some amazing experiences that I wanted to share in a classic "Best Of" list. There were a lot of worthy contenders. While I'm sorry some did not make it, I'm confident I've chosen the best-of-the-best. Click on...
Read moreA look at the awe-inspiring Crater Lake
Crater Lake has to be one of the most beautiful lakes I’ve ever seen, it’s absolutely awe-inspiring. Located in southern Oregon, Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United Sates at nearly 2000 feet. Interestingly, there are no rivers flowing into or out of the lake, which is probably...
Read moreInto the heavens on the Palm Springs Aerial Tram
The Palm Springs Aerial Tram is a pretty amazing local attraction, it's not just some basic chairlift taking you up a mountain, but rather an "aerial experience" if you will. The 80 passenger tramcars actually rotate during your ascent/descent, providing everyone with a fantastic view. When you consider that Palm...
Read moreFlashback to yesteryear at Palm Springs Air Museum
Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or a history buff, you can't miss the Palm Springs Air Museum. The museum houses one of the largest collections of WWII flying aircrafts, and on average, there are 26 different ones on display—many are flown regularly in conjunction with educational programs and demonstrations. Also...
Read moreAlice Lake Park
Alice Lake Park is located just north of Squamish, B.C. and is surrounded by towering mountains, dense forests and plenty of grassy areas to kick back and relax. This provincial park is a wonderful recreational area for, fishing, kayaking swimming, biking, camping and a whole more. I spent the afternoon...
Read moreJimgermanbar in Waitsburg, WA
While I was in Walla Walla, Washington staying at the ever-so-quaint Fat Duck Inn, the proprietor (Alexa) invited to take me to this up-and-coming little town about 20 miles north called, Waitsburg. Founded in 1859, Waitsburg is a cute town that seems to be reemerging as a hip destination with...
Read moreHuge Model Train Display at the Living Desert
In addition to the vast array of plants and wildlife, The Living Desert (in Palm Desert, California) features a huge model train display. Train enthusiasts young and old will rejoice in the intricate detail and massive scale of this train display—it showcases many landmark scenes across the country...from Mount Rushmore,...
Read moreThe Living Desert: A glance at the deserts of the world
The Living Desert is a wildlife adventure park that provides a glimpse into various deserts from around the world. The Living Desert has created the perfect blend of animals and plant life (part arboretum, part zoo) to make you feel as though you're experiencing a desert far, far away. From...
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