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 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...
Tour Capilano Suspension Bridge Park, take the Skyride up Grouse Mountain, bike Stanley Park, and ferry Granville Island, to see the best of Vancouver in a day. We were guests of Rocky Mountaineer and Tourism Vancouver, but all thoughts and opinions are our own. by...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
A transcontinental bike ride. Two continents. 13 countries. 14,580 km. 300 days. One young man’s journey alone for hope. Update: After enjoying this engaging interview with Adrian Marziliano about his transcontinental bike ride, don’t miss his follow-up...
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