The Backroad Blog
Design Your Own Georgia Road Trip (USA)
Design your own Georgia road trip with Backroad Planet’s suggested destinations, activities, scenic byways & historic trails, plus our exclusive planning resources.
Tour Capilano Suspension Bridge Park and See Vancouver in a Day
Tour Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, take the Skyride up Grouse Mountain, bike Stanley Park, and ferry Granville Island, to see the best of Vancouver in a day.
North Georgia Swimming Holes & Waterfalls You Can Swim In
Backroad Planet’s guide to North Georgia swimming holes & waterfalls you can swim in, shows you where to find them, and helps you plan your next wet adventure!
Things to Do in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia
Looking for things to do in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia? Design your own adventure with Backroad Planet’s suggested destinations and activities, plus our exclusive itinerary planning resources.
The Best Sites & Activities for a Town of Banff Adventure
Plan a Town of Banff adventure to include some of the best scenic locations, historical sites, outdoor activities, and dining outlets in the Canadian Rockies.
Scenic & Historic Things to Do in Lexington, Virginia
Natural Bridge, Wade’s Mill, McCormick Farm, and Robert E. Lee & Stonewall Jackson sites, are just a few of the amazing scenic and historic things to do in Lexington, Virginia.
The Ava Gardner Museum: Tracing the Barefoot Contessa’s Carolina Roots
The Ava Gardner Museum in Smithfield, North Carolina, traces the story of a local tobacco farmer’s daughter catapulted to international stardom as a film legend and Hollywood royalty.
All Aboard the Rocky Mountaineer! An Insider’s Guide to Your Journey by Rail
Backroad Planet’s exclusive guide to the Rocky Mountaineer train features a wealth of insider tips for planning, booking, and embarking on the rail journey of your dreams through the Canadian Rockies.
Are Milk Cartons Recyclable?: A Guide for Consumers
Consumers often ask, “Are milk cartons recyclable?” In this guide, learn the correct way to dispose of food & beverage cartons, and how robotics are transforming the waste-sorting process.
Wilmington, North Carolina: Hooray for Hollywood & Hometown Hospitality!
In Wilmington, North Carolina, movies are made everywhere—in restaurants, botanical gardens, historic inns, ocean piers, even dive bars. If you are a movie buff, it’s time to put “Wilmywood” on your bucket list.
10 Popular Craft Breweries & Restaurants in Waynesboro Virginia
Backroad Planet recommends ten popular craft breweries and restaurants in Waynesboro Virginia, a great resource for travelers planning a southern Shenandoah Valley adventure.
Visit Waynesboro Virginia: Gateway to the Shenandoah Valley
There are countless things to do in Waynesboro, Virginia, gateway to Shenandoah National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Appalachian Trail, and I-64.