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.
Top things to do in Los Cabos, Mexico [video included]
This is a list of top things to do in Los Cabos, Mexico, which includes a video of the experiences. If you have any questions, please leave a comment below. Los Cabos, Mexico (also known as Cabo San Lucas) is located at the very southern tip of the California Baja,...
Read moreUndiscovered Tuscany – 5 of the best places to visit in Tuscany
This article and video on undiscovered Tuscany highlights five of the best places to visit in Tuscany beyond Florence, Pisa and Siena (the most popular parts of this central region of Italy). Tuscany is a very special part of Italy—it's romanticized in movies, immortalized by famous authors and artists, and,...
Read moreVisiting Canyon De Chelly – Where wind, water and time have etched a masterpiece
Canyon De Chelly (pronounced Shay) might just be one of the most underrated attractions in the state known for its Grand Canyon. https://youtu.be/r1O4iNHcIlY This road trip to Canyon De Chelly from Phoenix is about 300 miles to the northeastern part of the state and will take about 5 hours with...
Read morePike Place Market: A century-old gem that still shines, even when its cloudy.
Pike Place Market is the crown jewel of Seattle. With a mix of fishmonger's, florists, local farmers to restaurateurs and entertainers, it's no wonder why Pike Place is such a popular place among visitors and locals alike. The vast array of sounds, vibrant colors, textures, aromas and flavors, will put...
Read more5 Incredible Places to visit in Romania beyond Bucharest!
If you want to visit Romania, here are five incredible places beyond the capital city of Bucharest that you shouldn't miss. Romania is a country on the verge of popularity with international travelers. The country has some absolutely stunning scenery, while much of it is unspoiled by tourism. It is...
Read more10 Incredible places to visit in Germany
This compilation of places to visit in Germany has been forged after several road trips to many parts of the country. You’ll find lodging, restaurants, and sights listed, but only when I can highly recommend them. Germany is a place that weaves timeless tradition, stunning landscapes, idyllic villages and vibrant...
Read moreTop things to see and do in Phoenix, Arizona
This is a list (and video) of my favorite things to see and do in Phoenix, Arizona. Phoenix is a massive metropolis that is surrounded by other large cities, such as Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, and many others. This list and video are just going to focus on things to see...
Read moreCook In Tuscany leaves indelible mark on the culinary and traveling soul
Cook in Tuscany is a cooking school located in a rural hilltop village overlooking the fertile farmlands and rolling hills of Tuscany. This article is based on my own personal experience attending the week-long cooking school, which I found to be the perfect introduction to Tuscany. Attending Cook in Tuscany...
Read moreThe History of Senso-Ji Temple in Tokyo, Japan
When you think of Tokyo, what comes to mind? For us, it’s ultra-modern skyscrapers, fantastic public transport services, Harajuku Girls, and of course, fascinating historical features. The blend of these features and many, many more is what makes Tokyo such a fascinating city to visit—as contemporary and culture stand together...
Read moreThings to do on a first-time visit to London
For those headed to the British capital of London on a first trip, getting to know the main attractions, modes of transport and best location to stay can be helpful to know before you go. When it comes to accommodation in the city, it's best to stay near the city...
Read moreThese are some of the most Scenic Roads of Ireland
The scenic roads of Ireland are a road trippers nirvana. The angelic tapestry that forms Ireland’s landscape has taken thousands of years to weft and warp into a masterpiece that only nature could weave. The rural farmlands have sheep wandering aimlessly with cattle making their home in actual old homes....
Read moreTemecula: A more affordable and less pretentious option to Napa
Floating over vast vineyards through shallow valleys of rolling hills in a hot air balloon is a marvelous way to see the terroir that has made Temecula Valley a serious contender in the wine industry. The soil in the Temecula Valley does significantly better with Italian varietals, such as Sangiovese...
Read more12 Amazing travel photos that will inspire wanderlust in 2019
I believe travel to be nourishment for the soul. It has been my greatest educator. The 4th Century philosopher Saint Augustine encapsulated it well when he said, “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” The Italian poet Cesare Pavese said, "Traveling is...
Read moreVisiting Slab City and Salvation Mountain
Slab City, California and its focal point, Salvation Mountain, is one of the most bizarre and eclectic places I think I’ve ever visited. I learned of this off-the-grid community after reading a blog post on the Salton Sea, a nearby excursion I also visited while road-tripping from Temecula to Phoenix....
Read moreCentral Europe Road Trip Destinations from Prague
This is a Central Europe road trip destinations guide to my favorite off-beat places. Prague has become the most popular tourist destination in Central Europe, with over 7 million visitors a year, ranking 5th in all of Europe. With a world-class international airport and incredible proximity to many of the...
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