Travel Inspiration

Is there anything more magical and inviting than a misty, secluded hot spring on a cold winter day? Maybe, but I haven’t discovered it yet. …

Want to plan an epic winter vacation this year without spending a fortune at a ski resort? Skiing may be the most popular winter sport, …

The iconic American road trip is generally a summer affair, thanks in part, to rock n’ roll, convertibles, and school vacations. Winter provides a totally …

Ready to hit the road with the one you love? Today I’m welcoming Eric Schatz – professional road tripper, incredible husband, and part-time writer for …

Are you looking for a way to explore some of our most beautiful national parks without the crowds that congregate at the viewpoints, visitor centers, …

As most parents know, traveling with kids can be totally awesome or totally catastrophic. Our secret recipe for success when traveling with kids involves two …

Typical beach vacations involve lazing around in the sunshine, catching up on a stack of novels, and zig-zagging through crowds of half-naked strangers as you …

Planning your next family vacation and don’t know where to begin? Maybe you should think about skipping Disney World, New York City, or that fancy …

Is there anything more enchanting than a leisurely cross-country road trip?  If you’re anything like me, you’ve been pouring over maps, researching campgrounds, and creating …

If you’ve been reading Back Road Ramblers for any length of time, you already know how I feel about adventuring with dogs. I mean, don’t …