Are you a boomer traveler who can’t get enough of U.S. road trips? You’re in luck. My Itchy Travel Feet featured writer, Debi Lander of ByLanderSea, introduces us to a road trip itinerary that’s perfect for touring Southwest Virginia. You’ll be amazed at the many things to do in Southwest Virginia! ‘Virginia is for Lovers’ […]
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One-Day Southwest Road Trip Itinerary on I-40
Will you be driving through Arizona and New Mexico on I-40 without a lot of time to explore? Check out this one-day southwest road trip itinerary. There are many things to see and do in the American Southwest. From a variety of national parks like the Grand Canyon and Monument Valley to charming little towns, […]
5 Adventures on the Navajo Rez that Boomers Can Do
Exploring the Navajo Reservation in northern Arizona is one of my favorite baby boomer travel memories. However, with just two visits under my belt, I’m far from an expert. Not to worry. Vera Marie Badertscher became extremely familiar with the area during the ten years that she researched her book, which she co-authored with Charnell […]
North Georgia Mountains Fall Trip Itinerary
Are you looking for a North Georgia Mountains fall trip itinerary that includes charming towns, waterfalls and lots of fall color? Growing up in Georgia, I loved family trips to the North Georgia Mountains in the fall. But it’s been years since I enjoyed this scenic travel experience. Thankfully, James Richardson is an enthusiastic fan […]
Best Things to Do in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan
Is the Upper Peninsula of Michigan on your travel radar? It’s a lovely region of the United States filled with active travel adventures. And we’re fortunate to publish this first-person report on things to do in the Upper Peninsula. James Richardson is an enthusiastic fan of the area. He shares his best things to do […]
Explore the South on a Southern Musical Road Trip
Here’s a Southern musical road trip to satisfy any boomer road tripper who loves music. Kathleen Walls (American Roads and Global Highways) introduces an itinerary for a musical road trip in the South that celebrates the history and unique sounds of Southern music. Southern Musical Road Trip itinerary Music in the America South evolved and […]
8 Tiny Towns to For Your Small Town America Road Trip
When is the last time that you visited small town America on a boomer road trip? While metropolitan U.S. cities like New York, Chicago, Atlanta or Los Angeles get most of the travel attention, you’re doing yourself a disfavor by not including an off-the-beaten-path small town in some of your travel plans. By featuring eight […]
The Milepost Alaska 2024 Review: Your Companion For Alaska Highway Road Trips
Sometimes road trip planning consists of packing a few items and fueling up the car, before heading on a spontaneous journey to who knows where. But not when it comes to driving the Alaska Highway. This is a travel adventure that requires months of planning. And sometimes the information isn’t easy to come by, which […]
Enjoy a North Central Florida Road Trip to Small Towns, Springs and Preserves
Have you considered a North Central Florida road trip? Once you’ve explored Florida’s Space Coast and experienced historic St. Augustine, it’s time for a more off-the-beaten-path experience in the Sunshine State. Guest contributor, Cheryl Rodewig, shares the small town vibe, delicious eats and fun things to do in North Central Florida. Save this itinerary for […]
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