Welcome to Backroad Planet!

I’m Howard, a guy from Central Florida who believes taking scenic routes, scouting historical sites, and immersion in local flavor are the best ways to travel. Whether it be road trips across America, fly-drives to international destinations, or cruises on the mighty waters, I invite you to use Backroad Planet’s destination stories, travel guides, and planning resources to design your own adventures. Please contact me if I can assist you in any way.

Catch you on the backroads . . . .

15 Things to Know About the NCL Dawn Cruise Experience

by Howard Blount | Jan 1, 2023

A collection of random reflections and candid observations from an 11-day Caribbean sailing aboard the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship.

How to Explore Riga On Your Own

by Howard Blount | Dec 11, 2022

When on a Baltic Sea cruise, explore Riga, Latvia, on your own with Backroad Planet’s downloadable guide to notable sites, public transportation, and much more.

15 Things to Know About the Brilliance of the Seas Cruise Experience

by Howard Blount | Dec 4, 2022

A collection of random observations and candid reflections from a 21-day sailing on Royal Caribbean’s Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship.

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Design Your Own Arizona Road Trip Itinerary

by Howard Blount | Mar 8, 2020

Design your own Arizona road trip with Backroad Planet’s suggested destinations, activities, scenic drives & heritage railways, plus our exclusive planning resources.

Design Your Own Georgia Road Trip | USA

by Howard Blount | Sep 22, 2019

Design your own Georgia road trip with Backroad Planet’s suggested destinations, activities, scenic byways & historic trails, plus our exclusive planning resources.

Design Your Own Upstate New York Road Trip

by Howard Blount | Apr 28, 2019

Design your own upstate New York road trip with Backroad Planet’s suggested destinations and activities, plus our exclusive itinerary planning resources.

Design Your Own Tennessee Road Trip

by Howard Blount | Oct 12, 2018

Design your own Tennessee road trip with Backroad Planet’s itinerary planning resources, recommended destinations, Civil War and Civil Rights historical sites, plus 16 themed trails and byways.

How to Plan an Oregon Road Trip

by Howard Blount | Oct 29, 2017

A collection of Oregon road trip ideas and itineraries for the Tualatin Valley, the Tillamook Coast, the Mt. Hood Territory, and the Columbia River Gorge.

Design Your Own Louisiana Road Trip

by Howard Blount | Aug 13, 2017

Design your own uniquely Louisiana road trip with routed scenic byways, a River Road plantations map, itinerary planning hacks, and a wealth of resources.

15 Things to Know About the NCL Dawn Cruise Experience

by Howard Blount | Jan 1, 2023

A collection of random reflections and candid observations from an 11-day Caribbean sailing aboard the Norwegian Dawn cruise ship.

15 Things to Know About the Brilliance of the Seas Cruise Experience

by Howard Blount | Dec 4, 2022

A collection of random observations and candid reflections from a 21-day sailing on Royal Caribbean’s Brilliance of the Seas cruise ship.

How to Explore Skagen On Your Own

by Howard Blount | Oct 23, 2022

Forget cruise port excursions! Explore Skagen, Denmark, on your own with Backroad Planet’s downloadable guide to key sites, public transportation, and much more.

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How to Find Unique Sites for Your USA Road Trip Itinerary

by Howard Blount | Jun 11, 2017

Load your USA road trip itinerary with hidden scenic views, secret swimming holes, abandoned historical sites, and the best off-the-beaten-path locations!