Category: Featured Destinations
Top 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 is 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 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...
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...
Read moreThings to see in Arizona beyond the Grand Canyon.
There so many other things to see in Arizona beyond the mile-deep gorge in the ground known as the Grand Canyon. A whopping 6.3 million people came to Arizona last year (2017) to visit the Grand Canyon (up 2 million from just 10 years ago), but other things to see...
Read moreVisit Wyoming: 8 Places not to miss!
If you're looking to visit Wyoming, we have highlighted 8 places that you should absolutely not miss! Forget big cities like New York, London or Tokyo. While these are fine places, nothing beats the natural splendor of the great outdoors. A visit to Wyoming is a perfect example, with sprawling...
Read moreQuintana Roo, Mexico at a Glance
Quintana Roo is located on the Yucatán Peninsula, along the stunning Caribbean coast. This Mexican state is probably best known for its long sandy beaches of Cancun, or the Mayan Ruins of Tulum. Quintana Roo is a haven for sun worshipers, adventure seekers and water enthusiasts. It’s place full of...
Read more10 Remarkable Mexico City experiences you won’t want to miss
Mexico City is a remarkably diverse destination full of culture and intrigue. Mike's Road Trip contributor, Lydia Carey, is an American who has been living in Mexico City for many years, so she has some valuable insight on the top things to do when visiting this vibrant place. Here are...
Read more5 Extraordinary Places Beyond Prague in the Czech Republic
Visiting the Czech Republic and getting beyond Prague is must! This European country is spectacular and has so much to offer visitors beyond the capital city. I have been to the Czech Republic three times and have had an opportunity to road trip all over the country, visiting more than...
Read moreA Bohemian Switzerland wilderness adventure in the Czech Republic
The picturesque region of Bohemian Switzerland showcases dramatic landscapes, lush forests, babbling brooks and idyllic villages. In this article I share a 3-day experience exploring this northern region of the Czech Republic, lead by the folks from Northern Hikes (a local tour operator). The northern part of the Czech Republic...
Read moreFirst time Visitors to Italy – Don’t miss these destinations
Italy is a place romanticized in movies, immortalized by famous authors and artists, and, on the bucket list of many who dream of drinking wine and dining at al fresco restaurants. Italy is a destination that will capture your heart with its cobblestone streets, Roman and Etruscan ruins, colorful hillside...
Read moreVisiting Monument Valley – Nature’s Masterpiece
Nature is the most prolific artist mankind has ever known—this is no more evident than in Monument Valley, which borders Arizona to the north and Utah to the south. They say the greatest form of flattery is when ones work is copied, this is indisputable when it comes to Monument...
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