The Backroad Blog
A Visit to Pinebox: My Mountain Cabin
A photo-essay for readers who frequently ask about Pinebox, my North Georgia mountain cabin.
Toccoa River Swinging Bridge
A three mile drive down a gravel road into the Chattahoochee National Forest will take you to the longest swinging bridge east of the Mississippi.
Take a Drive on America’s National Scenic Byways
Plan your next road trip by including a drive along one of America’s National Scenic Byways, Parkways, or All-American Roads.
Louisiana’s River Road Plantations
Take an historical drive along the Mississippi River, and visit Louisiana’s Great River Road plantations. Maps, itinerary, and helpful links included.
My Dream: An Emerald Waterways “Splendours of Europe” River Cruise
The Emerald Waterways “Spendours of Europe” river cruise sounds like a dream come true. Hoping someday my dream will come true.
Explore Florida Caverns State Park
Excepting the glistening white sands of the Gulf Beaches, Florida Caverns State Park is the crown jewel of Florida’s panhandle. A subterranean wonderland!
What Clara and Henry Taught Me: Quotes About Change
How quotes about change by Clara Barton and Henry Thoreau from over a hundred years ago resonate with a traveler to Gettysburg NMP and Harpers Ferry NHP.
The Ultimate Road Trip Planner: Part 3 Itinerary
Organize your road trip research into a daily itinerary including activities, lodging, dining, and informational travel documents.
The Ultimate Road Trip Planner: Part 2 Research
Our free road trip research worksheet will help you find routes, destinations, lodging, and local cuisine using six excellent sources.
The Ultimate Road Trip Planner: Part 1 PrePlanning
Road trip preplanning is the essential first step to successfully research and design the perfect itinerary. Use our handy free worksheet to ask yourself six important questions before you begin!
Bok Tower Gardens: America’s Taj Mahal
As the Taj Mahal was a gift of love from Emperor Shah Jahan to his wife, so Bok Tower Gardens is a gift of love from Edward Bok to the American people.
An Audience With the President: Jimmy Carter’s Sunday School Class
President Jimmy Carter’s Sunday School class is a rare experience you do not want to miss. A reflection of our two visits and how to schedule yours.