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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.
Arizona Travel Videos, Guides & Inspiration
If you are looking for Arizona travel videos and guides, you've come to the right place. As a resident and professional travel blogger based in Arizona, I have explored every corner of the state and have produced a lot of Arizona travel content, from destinations to experiences. Therefore, I thought...
Read more48 Hours in Berlin – Top-10 Things to See/Do
If you only have 48 hours in Berlin, I recommend sticking near the city center. Berlin is the capital of Germany and is quite expansive, so the following recommendations are concentrated around the city center so that you can get the most of your time in this incredible European capital....
Read moreValley of Fire fuels a desire to explore
Valley of Fire state park is one of those rare places that will exceeded your expectations. Located about an hour northeast of Las Vegas, Nevada, Valley of Fire is known for its vibrant red sandstone rock formations which illuminate the valley—especially at sunset—making it look appear as though it’s on...
Read moreThe BEST of Walla Walla – Where to wine, dine and recline
I have been to Walla Walla several times now. Each visit I fall a bit more in love with this small town located in southeastern Washington. What was once a sleepy farming town, is now a thriving community seemingly focused on one thing…the culinary arts. From wine-making to fine dining...
Read moreBurgeoning Bogotá – A First-Timers Experience in Colombia
Bogotá is an engaging and vibrant city cradled by the Andes Mountains and steeped in cultivated coolness. The city's epicenter is La Candelaria, where a potpourri of historically preserved buildings are home to museums, hotels, restaurants and bars which are peppered by 16th century churches. The city's grittier side sits...
Read moreTop-21 Things to do in San Diego, California [video included]
There are so many things to do in San Diego, California it can be a challenge not to get FOMA (fear of missing out) when visiting this world-class city. San Diego is often affectionately referred to as "SD." The city is made up of a series of coastal communities that...
Read moreTop-10 Things to Do in Sedona, AZ [Video Included]
These top things to do in Sedona AZ highlight the wonderment that this red rock community in central Arizona has to offer. https://youtu.be/z4q_lBHCzBE Sedona is one of the top road trip destinations in the entire country right now, so I thought it would be a good time to share some...
Read moreExperience the Heartbeat of Vancouver at Granville Island: Where Culture, Food and Adventure Meet
Granville Island in Vancouver, BC is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the best of the city's art, culture, and culinary offerings. This urban oasis is a trendy spot that has something for everyone, from waterfront restaurants and cafes to a huge farmers market, galleries, boutique shops, artisans,...
Read moreInteresting Facts about Arizona
These interesting facts about Arizona will showcase what a unique and fascinating state it is to visit. For more information and videos on Arizona, see the links at the bottom of this post. https://youtu.be/XSP91Pu8_9c Arizona is located in the Southwestern part of the United States. It’s a place with dramatic...
Read moreKerala: A Hidden Shangri-la, India’s Treasure Trove of Tranquil Bliss
For most people around the world, Kerala is still an undiscovered place in a far-off land. However, for those in the know, Kerala is a sanctuary to relax the mind, body and soul. Located on the western side of the southern tip of India, Kerala is a tropical utopia with...
Read moreArizona National Parks and Monuments – My top-10 favorites including a video
Looking to visit Arizona National Parks and Monuments? This is the post and video for you as I highlight my top-10 favorites. Many of the National treasures in Arizona showcase both native cultures as well as indigenous cacti. Over the years I have road tripped nearly ever part of Arizona...
Read moreTop Places to visit in Arizona – You don’t want to miss these!
Top 35 places to visit in Arizona...an epic list of favorites from a local. Arizona is a massive state, about 114,000 square miles in fact. It spans 335 miles wide, by 390 miles long—and it's the 6th largest state in the country by land mass. It's really tough to explore...
Read moreTop Places to visit in Central Arizona
This is a continuation of my top places to visit in Arizona article, which is broken down into three parts, Northern Arizona, Central Arizona and Southern Arizona. Top Places to visit in Central Arizona 1) Sedona Sedona is one of those magical places that should be on everyone’s bucket list. ...
Read morePoiana Brasov – A Mountain Escape to the Splendid Teleferic Grand Hotel
Poiana Brasov is located in the splendor of the Carpathian Mountains, high above the popular Transylvanian city of Brasov. This small mountain village is where Romanians from big cities like Bucharest love to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, for some rest and relaxation. I was in Bucharest...
Read moreWhere to go in Belgium: 5 remarkable places to visit beyond Brussels
This is a list and video on where to go in Belgium, five remarkable places to visit beyond Brussels. Geographically, Belgium is incredibly well-suited to explore some of the most popular places in Europe—from Paris to Amsterdam, Dusseldorf to Luxembourg. But the country has some remarkable cities itself. While Brussels...
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