Meet the Team

Howard

Founder

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.

If you are interested in learning more about me and my life as a world traveler, read my interview with GAFFL, the app that helps you find a travel buddy and meet locals worldwide.

Please contact me if I can assist you in any way. 

Catch you on the backroads . . . .

Elias Siegelman

Editor

Elias Siegelman is an editor with a sharp eye for structure, accuracy, and the kind of clarity that helps travel stories resonate. At Backroad Planet, he works behind the scenes to ensure every article is well-organized, fact-checked, and easy to follow; whether it’s a guide to scenic byways or an in-depth gear review.

His background in technical review, research, and high-volume written communication equips him to handle content that needs to be both reliable and engaging. Elias excels at refining rough drafts into polished pieces, helping our team deliver useful, trustworthy travel content that readers can act on.

He also brings a creative edge from his experience in voice work and multimedia production, making him especially attuned to tone and flow. Whether it’s catching inconsistencies, improving pacing, or enhancing readability, Elias ensures our content meets the high standards Backroad Planet is known for.