Discover Switzerland’s Engadine Valley: The Hidden Side

Discover Switzerland’s Engadine Valley: The Hidden Side

Discover Engadine Switzerland, with a hike through Swiss National Park, a drive along the Bernina Pass, a White Turf horse race in St. Moritz, an auto-train ride through the Vereina Tunnel, a glimpse of the 17th century painted houses at Guarda, and many more scenic...
How to Plan a California Desert Camper Van Road Trip

How to Plan a California Desert Camper Van Road Trip

Have you ever wanted to visit Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, explore Joshua Tree National Park, or hike Tahquitz Canyon? A camper van and RV resort combination makes all three possible on a California desert hub-and-spoke road trip. I was a guest of JUCY RV Rentals...
A Louisiana River Road Plantations Driving Tour

A Louisiana River Road Plantations Driving Tour

Explore history, architecture, and scenic locations on this Louisiana River Road Plantations driving tour. Photos, descriptions, map, and suggested routes included! I was a guest of Tour Ascension, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. A Louisiana River Road...
Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory: An Urban Adventure

Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory: An Urban Adventure

Kayaking with sea lions below Willamette Falls and a visit to an organic farm with a killer view headline an urban adventure in Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory. I was a guest of Mount Hood Territory, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. This post may contain...
6 Lessons Learned Cycling Solo through Latin America

6 Lessons Learned Cycling Solo through Latin America

Transcontinental bicyclist Adrian Marziliano shares six lessons learned cycling solo through Latin America, powerful lessons about biking, life, and the kindness of strangers. Note from Howard: In December of 2016, I interviewed Adrian Marziliano, a young man who had...
Transcontinental: An Epic Drive to Canada from Mexico

Transcontinental: An Epic Drive to Canada from Mexico

A Backroad Planet interview. On a drive to Canada from Mexico, two entrepreneurs are set to film a video series about local farmers and food businesses they encounter along the way.  At Backroad Planet we love to share the stories of intriguing people who embark on...
Franklin, North Carolina: A Smoky Mountain Adventure

Franklin, North Carolina: A Smoky Mountain Adventure

A Franklin North Carolina, Smoky Mountain adventure takes us over the Little Tennessee River Greenway, along the Mountain Waters Byway, and up Pickens Nose! I was a guest of Visit North Carolina and Discover Franklin, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. In a...
How to Find Unique Sites for Your USA Road Trip Itinerary

How to Find Unique Sites for Your USA Road Trip Itinerary

Load your USA road trip itinerary with hidden scenic views, secret swimming holes, abandoned historical sites, and the best off-the-beaten-path locations! Find Unique Sites for Your USA Road Trip Itinerary It is no secret, when it comes to travel itineraries, that my...