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10 Favorite North Georgia Waterfalls
Ten incredibly beautiful North Georgia waterfalls you can easily schedule into your road trip or vacation.
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10 Favorite North Georgia Waterfalls
Ten incredibly beautiful North Georgia waterfalls you can easily schedule into your road trip or vacation.
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Two Mississippi Museums Chronicle State & Civil Rights History
Backroad Planet joined Jackson photographer Ashleigh Coleman for a preview of two Mississippi museums: the Museum of Mississippi History and the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum. Also on the itinerary, visits to the Smith Robertson Museum, the home of Medgar Evers, Bully’s Restaurant, and the Mississippi Supreme Court.
Brices Crossroads & Tupelo National Battlefield: Mississippi’s Final Stands
The Civil War comes alive when you tour the scenic heritage trails of Brices Crossroads and Tupelo National Battlefield, two National Park Service sites that commemorate Mississippi’s Final Stands of 1864.
Bulletholes & Bloodstains: A Battle of Franklin Tour | Tennessee USA
A photo-intensive guide for Tennessee travelers and Civil War buffs planning a Battle of Franklin tour. Includes visits to the Carter House, “The Widow of the South’s” Carnton Plantation, the Eastern Flank Battlefield Park, and the village of Leiper’s Fork.
Tour Scenic & Historic Sites in the City of Janesville, Wisconsin
The city of Janesville, Wisconsin, extends the invitation to study architecture on walks through historic districts, embrace tranquility at Rotary Botanical Gardens, travel the Underground Railroad at the Milton House Museum, and experience a Midwest dining tradition at the Buckhorn Supper Club.
Experience the Eclectic City of Beloit, Wisconsin
The city of Beloit, Wisconsin, is eclectic in every way! Experience this time-honored college town with its world class riverfront, authentic living history sites, farm-to-table cuisine, the elegantly rustic Ironworks Hotel, and museums of angels, anthropology, and art.
6 Practical Tips for a Journey by Train
Whether it be long or short, planned or unexpected, these six practical tips for a journey by train will help make the ride a pleasant, and even memorable experience.
Fun Things to Do in Rockford, Illinois USA
If you are looking for fun things to do in Rockford, Illinois, may I suggest Anderson Japanese Gardens, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Laurent House, Midway Village Museum, Rock Cut State Park, and the Coronado Performing Arts Center, for starters?
Take a Hike up Southern California’s Tahquitz Canyon
On a spring wildflower hike up Southern California’s Tahquitz Canyon, pause to visit ancient Native American sites, take in stunning views of Palm Springs, and refresh yourself in the cool oasis at Tahquitz Falls, a movie location for Frank Capra’s Lost Horizon (1937).
Best Hikes in Joshua Tree National Park on a One-Day Trip
On a one-day trip, don’t miss the best hikes in Joshua Tree National Park! Explore Hidden Valley, discover Barker Dam, trek Wall Street Mill, climb Skull Rock, and so much more along these nature trails and short walks.
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Avoid Getting Ripped-Off by Mechanics: 9 Tips for Roadtrippers
A veteran automotive technician offers 9 tips for roadtrippers to avoid getting ripped-off by mechanics when an unexpected breakdown happens on the road.
How to Find Unique Sites for Your USA Road Trip Itinerary
Load your USA road trip itinerary with hidden scenic views, secret swimming holes, abandoned historical sites, and the best off-the-beaten-path locations!
The All-New 2017 Ford Super Duty Owns Recreation!
The newly redesigned 2017 Ford Super Duty owns recreation! Get ready to experience touring, towing, and off-road maneuvering in comfort and style.
How To Prepare Your Car For Summer
Before you head out on a summer road trip, get your car in top-notch shape with these essential vehicle maintenance tips.
How to Choose the Best Car for Your Cross-Country Road Trip
Gas mileage, storage space, and extra features are all important considerations when purchasing a new vehicle for a cross-country road trip.
How to Get Your Vehicle Road Trip Ready
Don’t let emergency breakdowns spoil your vacation! Get your vehicle road trip ready with this handy pre-trip checklist.
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