Tour the Alamo & San Antonio Missions NHP

Tour the Alamo & San Antonio Missions NHP

Immerse yourself in history on a tour of the Alamo & San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. Then elevate your visit with a stroll along the River Walk and a drive out to China Grove. This post may contain affiliate links. Please refer to our our...
Tour Flagstaff Attractions On Your Own

Tour Flagstaff Attractions On Your Own

Tour Flagstaff attractions on your own with six themed self-guided walking & driving tours, plus stops at the Museum of Northern Arizona and Lowell Observatory. I was a guest of Visit Arizona and Discover Flagstaff, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. This...
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...
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...
Mountain Memories: A Return to Franklin, North Carolina

Mountain Memories: A Return to Franklin, North Carolina

The Smoky Mountains were the summer vacation destination of my youth. Photos and boyhood memories inspire me as I plan a return to Franklin North Carolina. This post is sponsored by Visit North Carolina and Discover Franklin, but all thoughts and opinions are my own....
A Solo Bike Ride Across the Southern Tier

A Solo Bike Ride Across the Southern Tier

Ever wanted to quit your job, hit the road, and never look back? In our interview, David Hayes leaves it all behind to embark on a cross-country solo bike ride. At Backroad Planet we enjoy sharing the stories of intriguing people who embark on epic journeys, such...
Southern Delaware Outdoor Adventure

Southern Delaware Outdoor Adventure

Experience the best in Southern Delaware outdoor adventure at state parks & historical sites while hiking, biking, camping, kayaking, or jumping out of a plane! Visit Southern Delaware, the Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce, and Mazda USA were my sponsors for...