Category: Miscellaneous
Travel video insights by in-depth Google study
Google recently released findings of a comprehensive online travel study entitled, "2012 Traveler's Road to Decision Study." I have pulled out and highlighted some interesting numbers that relate to travel videos. Additional information from the study can be found by clicking links at the bottom of this post. 96% of...
Read moreCocktail History…the story of how the cocktail was created
According to legends and lore, the history of the cocktail dates back to 1821 when it was first created at the Hustler's Tavern in Lewiston, New York. Hustler's Tavern was reportedly the only building left unscathed when the British invaded during the War of 1812. Some say it was because...
Read moreBest New York attractions for sports fans
Guest Post by: Adam Rowley With popular attractions and sights such as the Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Times Square and Central Park, there are plenty of things to see and do in New York for the majority of tourists. However, sports fans in particular are in for a...
Read more[Video] How to make Pizza | Making Pizza
I've had the opportunity to try pizza from around the world, but when I can't get a pie from one of the best pizzerias, I like to make them at home. Making pizza at home can be easy, fun, healthful, and best of all...tasty. It all starts with a trip...
Read moreMilepost Marker Rating System
I don't know about you, but I have always found the basic five star (or two thumbs-up) type rating system to be ambiguous and often unreliable. Take movies for example...critics give a film rave reviews, then when you go to see it, it's often disappointing. The reason...critics typically look at...
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If you like the content, and/or your business has benefited by the exposure on Mike's Road Trip, please consider making a donation. The content is not cheap to produce and there are a lot of expenses associated. For example, computer, software, fuel, hosting fees, music royalty fees, and many other...
Read moreThank you for your donation
Creating videos and content takes a great deal of time, I am very appreciative of your support and donation so that I can continue to do what I love. THANK YOU!
Read moreSupport Mike’s Road Trip
As you can imagine, staying on the road, paying for lodging, food, $4 gallon gasoline—AND, human resources to help with video editing, scheduling, proof reading, etc. can get quite expensive. If you feel compelled to do so, you can help support the cause by buying me a cup of coffee...
Read moreWinter Driving tips and suggestions
It's always a good idea to be prepared before winter driving season arrives. Doing a road trip during the winter months, especially through areas with inclement weather can be a hazardous prospect—I know this all to well after hitting black ice and spinning out of control in sub-zero temperatures while...
Read moreBest Bottled Iced Tea
Top Four Best Bottled Iced Tea I love iced tea and over the years have become quite the connoisseur. I've never been much of a soda drinker, but iced tea is something I drink just about every day. The following list is my top-4 favorite bottled teas, loose leaf or...
Read moreMike’s Road Trip Social Media Network
This is a list of my social media network: Social Media Sites – This is just a sample list of some Mike’s Road Trip.com Social profiles: Facebook Fan Page (Mentions will also be included on personal page) Twitter - (Micro Blog site) Foursquare – (Mobile check-in site) Tumblr - (A...
Read moreAn ‘Ear Coning’ Demonstration
A few weeks ago I had been wind surfing in Vancouver, B.C. and got some water in my ear...a day later I began to experience an ear ache. My body does a pretty good job of healing itself, so I just left it alone for a few days. As a...
Read moreAirline Baggage Fees Solution
If you're like me, you're sick and tired of how the airline industry continues to come up with ways to nickle-and-dime us. To me, the worst, or perhaps the most unfair, are the fees on baggage. The idea of traveling without baggage is of course not possible. I'm not suggesting...
Read moreMike’s Road Trip Anniversary Overview
Well, I can't believe it...Mike's Road Trip is a year old now. What a year its been! I've had a ton of fun, met some wonderfully amazing people and have been to some breathtaking places. The past year has not been without its trials and tribulations. I've had a number...
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