The Backroad Blog
The Haunting Town of Rodney, Mississippi: A Photo Essay
A Southern photographer’s haunting images from a bridal shoot and seasonal flood portray her intimate connection with the ghost town of Rodney, Mississippi.
Mississippi Backroads Between Natchez & Vicksburg
Drive the legendary Mississippi backroads between Natchez and Vicksburg to discover ancient ruins, explore a ghost town, and eat the world’s best fried chicken!
Visit Historical Natchez, Mississippi
I toured stately antebellum homes, visited an African-American cultural museum, and surveyed a mighty river when my road trip led me to historical Natchez, Mississippi.
Megabus.com: A Safe & Cost-Effective Road Trip Alternative
With a proven record of low-cost express service between major North American cities, megabus.com leads the pack with its cutting-edge safety initiatives.
How my Books Landed in the de Grummond Collection at USM
My former career as a published middle school teacher opened the door to a Mississippi road trip in my second chapter as a travel writer when my books landed in the de Grummond Collection at USM.
A 10,000 Mile Road Trip Around the USA
Howard from Backroad Planet interviews Nathan Kolk, a young man planning an epic 10,000 mile summer road trip around the USA.
Discover 5 Hidden Spiritual Sites in Taiwan
Off-the-beaten-path spiritual sites in Taiwan suited for meditation beckon with forested trails, plunging waterfalls, grand temples, and stunning views.
18 Reasons to Cruise the Mediterranean on the Viking Star
A luxury sailing on the Viking Star is the perfect way for destination-oriented travelers to cruise the Mediterranean and tour Europe’s great port cities.
The Best Way to See Rome in a Day
A tour group with no more than six members led by a highly-qualified guide is the BEST way to see Rome in a day!
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.
How to Find Anything Anywhere: 16 Top GPS Travel Apps
Bored? Lost? Need to get away? Satisfy your spirit of wanderlust at home or abroad now. You can find anything anywhere with these handy, helpful GPS travel apps!
Transitions: A Year in the Life of a Travel Blogger
A month-by-month account of Year One in the life of a travel blogger who quit his day job to travel and write full time.