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.
Riding the Rails through Rajasthan on the Palace on Wheels
Considering a trip to India on the Palace on Wheels? In this article I will share what it's really like to travel by train through India, while showcasing many of the experiences and sights during this week-long journey through Rajasthan. Riding the rails through India on the Palace of Wheels...
Read moreVisiting Bisbee, Arizona? Here are 5 things to do!
Long ago, Bisbee, Arizona, was the town where copper and silver mines were in full swing. Today, Bisbee celebrates its rich historical heritage while also being a magnet for tourists. This quirky mining town is an enclave for artists with its eccentric charm and picturesque mountainside perch. Located about 90...
Read moreTop-5 Things to do in Pictou, Nova Scotia – The Birthplace of New Scotland
On the Northumberland Shore of Nova Scotia, there sits an idyllic town known as Pictou. In 1773, the first wave of Scottish immigrants landed here, forever changing the trajectory of this area and the town. Today, Pictou, Nova Scotia, has a blend of old-world charm and modern style and amenities,...
Read more5 Sights not to miss in Rajasthan, India
Rajasthan is located in the northwestern region of India and is by far the largest state in the country—it’s also one of the most beautiful places to visit in this incredible part of the world. Rajasthan is home to stupendous structures, artistic elements and rich cultural heritage, which has been...
Read more2018 Small City Road Trip Destination winners, #1 may surprise you!
I recently spent a couple of months working on a comprehensive article for Travelocity on the top 10 Best Small City Road Trip Destinations in the country. Most top-10 lists are frivolous and often quite subjective. I wanted to create a list of the best small city road trip destinations...
Read moreChobe National Park in Zimbabwe
Want to have the best possible safari, in the shortest amount of time? Chobe National Park in the northern part of Zimbabwe offers travelers the best of land and water-based game viewing activities. In less than two days you can expect to see most of the Big Five (Lions, leopards,...
Read moreHow I almost got stranded in the Great Rann of Kutch White Desert
I spent nearly a month in India and was on the tail end of my journey when I almost got stranded in a very remote part of the country called Rann of Kutch, also known as the White Desert. The Great Rann of Kutch is a seasonal destination only open...
Read moreIreland’s Wild Atlantic Way road trip
The Wild Atlantic Way runs the entire west coast of Ireland, over 1500 miles. This stunning stretch of road is broken up into six different and distinct regions. I spent ten days road tripping from the northern headlands of Donegal to the southern peninsulas of Killarney, to the west Cork...
Read moreBeach, Bush and Desert – An Inspiring Africa Excursion
Are you planning a trip to Africa, but looking for somewhere more unusual, away from the jostling khaki-clad crowds? Whether you’re dreaming about azure waters with a dash of culture, a safari that will not cost the equivalent of an Ivy League education, or horizons that go on forever, we’ve...
Read moreMontezuma Castle – A Truly ‘Historic’ Home
Montezuma Castle is one of Arizona’s many historical treasures—it's a domicile that will captivate you with age old design that has stood the test of time. When one thinks of construction, longevity, or the home-flipping craze…few could withstand the ages of 900+ years. That is an investment unlike any other...
Read moreNew Brunswick Road Trip Guide to the Bay of Fundy
A New Brunswick road trip is one for the bucket list—one that will tease the senses, mystify the mind, sooth the soul and embolden the explorer in you. New Brunswick is located in Canada’s Maritime region, which also makes up Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island (PEI). Bordering the state...
Read moreMost Colorful Places in the World
Color is the characteristic of human visual perception and it not only comes in various shades, but it is also a language. Color is communicated quicker to the brain than words or shapes, as it works directly on our feelings and emotions. Typically when we see colorful objects or scenes,...
Read moreMaking the most of your experience at Rio de Janeiro Carnival
Interested in attending Brazil's Rio de Janeiro Carnival? Here are a few tips before you go. Brazil is known for its beaches and street parties, and the Rio de Janeiro Carnival is the grand daddy of all parties! It is essentially the country’s annual highlighted event. People from across the...
Read more5 American cities you’ll want to visit for the History
If you're visiting the United States and interested in her history, here are 5 cities you won't want to miss. The United States of America is considered to be the greatest nation on the planet according to its proud citizens. America embarked on a great endeavor some 240 years ago,...
Read moreKuwait: Its history is its beauty – three places not to miss when visiting Kuwait
Kuwait is a place where its history is its beauty. Here are three places not to miss when visiting the middle eastern country of Kuwait. It hasn't been that long since travel to the Middle East has been viable. Understandably, the instability and unpredictability of the region in the past...
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