Viking Expeditions has redefined expedition cruising with the launch of two polar class ships! Tour the Viking Octantis & Polaris, and then plan a voyage of your own. I was a guest of Viking Expeditions, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. This post may...
Drive New York’s Upper Delaware Scenic Byway to discover quaint river towns, visit rare architectural churches, investigate the haunted Burn Brae Mansion, and chase the unique bridges of Sullivan County. I was a guest of Sullivan Catskills, but all thoughts and...
Uncover 300 years of history in Natchitoches, Louisiana, explore Creole culture along the Cane River National Heritage Trail, and experience outdoor adventure in the Kisatchie National Forest. I was a guest of Natchitoches CVB, but all thoughts and opinions are my...
The “City with Soul” has a rich and diverse local history. When planning your visit, choose one of these free Civil Rights and literary driving tours in Jackson, Mississippi, or design an itinerary of your own. This post is the final installment of a...
My former career as a published middle school teacher opened the door to a Mississippi road trip in my second chapter as a travel writer when my books landed in the de Grummond Collection at USM. This post is the first installment of a 6-part Southern Mississippi Road...
My search across 4 continents for Corrie ten Boom, a watchmaker’s daughter who rescued hundreds of Dutch Jews from death during the Holocaust. This post may contain affiliate links. Please refer to our our Disclosure/Disclaimer page for more information. Corrie...
And, we are at number four in our series of Original Travel Quote Memes. I just verified the date of our last travel meme post, and it was nine months ago. I did not realize it had been that long. The creation of these memes is quite organic. Typically, when I come...
Five road trip movies that are sure to take you on some pretty unforgettable journeys through the America of days gone by. I approach cinema with the same expectations I have of travel, and perhaps that explains why, aside from story, the element I seek most in any...
The Florida Heritage Trail guidebooks are a series of 12 free themed publications about hundreds of historical and cultural destinations across the state. I came across a copy of the Florida Civil War Heritage Trail guidebook quite by accident while...
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.
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