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 . . . .
Recent Posts
Tourism Campaigns Promote Hospitality Yet Some Americans Feel Less Welcome Abroad
Tourism ads promise a warm welcome, but some Americans abroad encounter a more mixed reality shaped by culture and politics.
The Detour Everyone Recommends: 8 Drives Drivers Wish They’d Stayed on Route
Eight scenic drives often praised by travelers can still frustrate drivers when delays, closures, fees, or slow traffic take over.
First-Timers Always Expect This: 7 Cruise Realities That Hit Different
First-time cruisers expect ease and luxury, but ship crowds, tight schedules, cabin size, and added costs often surprise.
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OCEAN & RIVER CRUISES
My NCL Middle East Cruise: A Norwegian Jade Travelogue
Embark on an 18-day Middle East cruise from Athens to Dubai. Explore exotic ports, tour world-class destinations, and experience life aboard the Norwegian Jade.
My NCL Alaska Cruise: A Norwegian Encore Travelogue
Travel vicariously aboard the Norwegian Encore on a 7-day NCL Alaska cruise. Explore ports, experience life on board, and then plan a voyage of your own.
4 New Viking Mississippi River Cruise Routes Announced
Four Viking Mississippi River cruise itineraries are scheduled to bring guests to America’s Heartland beginning in 2022, aboard the purpose-built Viking Mississippi.
ROAD TRIP PLANNING RESOURCES
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!
AUTOMOTIVE RESOURCES
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