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.
An Easy, Fun Hike to Murhut Falls
Murhut Falls is a short and easy hike to a plunging 130-foot waterfall. You'll enjoy the rhododendrons and other plant life on this well-marked trail. Murhut Falls is located in the Duckabush Recreation Area between Shelton and Quilcene (just north of Brinnon) on Hwy 101 in the Olympic National Forest....
Read moreThe Chief a Top-10 Hike in Squamish, B.C.
The Chief has everything hikers would want from a day-hike...waterfalls, dense forest, colorful and unique rock formations, raw beauty, challenging scrambles and of course, awe-inspiring views. Canada’s self proclaimed, “outdoor recreational capital” is Squamish, B.C. Squamish is located about an hour or so north of Vancouver...about 45 minutes south of...
Read moreSteveston BC – A Trendy Fishing Village with a Rich History
I've been to Steveston (located in the western part of Richmond B.C.) a few times now and really enjoy strolling along the boardwalk while taking in the idyllic scenery. The area is no secret among locals, who flock to the community for sun, fresh fish, and kite flying, but for...
Read moreA Tour of the Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
Capilano Suspension Bridge is one of Vancouver, B.C.'s most popular tourist attraction, and I can see why, there is a lot more to see and do than I had expected. My initial reaction to the price of admission was met with trepidation—once in however, I was happy I'd taken the...
Read moreThings to do in Hansville, WA
Hansville is located on the northern tip of the Kitsap Peninsula, just north of Kingston. With sweeping views of the Admiralty Inlet, Whidbey Island and Puget Sound, it's a great spot for watching wildlife and marine traffic. Hansville is a sleepy bedroom community, not really a tourist area, but for...
Read morePeace Arch Park at the WA / Canadian Border
If you're driving across the Washington State border into British Columbia via the Blaine / Surrey I-5 crossing and you have some time to spare, you might want to consider visiting the Peace Arch International Park. If you don't have time to spare, and there's a long line at the...
Read moreFoul 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 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 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 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 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 moreBetween Peaks and Valleys: The Unwavering Allure of Glacier National Park
For years, Glacier National Park beckoned me with its tales of pristine beauty. Upon finally realizing this long-held dream, I was greeted with the park's centennial celebrations. It's been a century since Glacier was designated as a National Park, and although it once boasted over 150 glaciers, the effects of...
Read moreThe Wonder and Mystique of Sedona, AZ
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...
Read moreAn Overview of Dillon, Montana
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...
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