Have you ever wanted to leave everything behind and head out on the road in an old van? Most people have, at least once. That restless urge sits at the heart of Into the Wild, Sean Penn’s raw and deeply affecting film based on the real story of Christopher McCandless, the young man who renamed…
A few years ago, I had the unforgettable chance to travel through Norway for a few months, diving deep into the local culture by working alongside farmers in a rural area. Imagine vast open landscapes stretching as far as the eye can see, where neighbors live half a mile apart. Norway’s natural beauty is simply…
America is a nation of road-trippers. It has to be, given how long it takes to travel from town to town, let alone from state to state. Many of us feel like we’re road-trippers through and through when we make such a multi-hour trip, but this feeling dissipates the moment we’re faced with our true…
Route 66 was officially decommissioned in 1985, but America’s most celebrated highway lives on in songs, movies, and the imaginations of travelers embarking on the Great-American Road Trip. In John Steinbeck’s Great Depression-era novel The Grapes of Wrath, Route 66 serves as a symbol of the euphoric highs and crushing lows of the pursuit of…
Tucked away in the state of Colorado lies a hidden gem, a unique highway with a history as fascinating as the views it offers. This route, affectionately known as the Million Dollar Highway, was born in the late 19th century and boasts some of the most breathtaking views in the entire United States. As you…
Ireland may be small in size, but it more than compensates with a plethora of charming qualities: hospitable locals, centuries of well-documented history, enchanting architecture, and seemingly endless landscapes. The weather may not be its strongest suit, but that’s not why people visit the Emerald Isle. Instead, they come for the dreamy, cloud-covered atmosphere that…
The quintessential road trip is one of the most iconic aspects of American life. There’s simply something charming and nostalgic about hitting the open road, taking in the many sites, towns, and cultures along the way. They also provide an avenue for people to bond, explore, and even grow as individuals. While you may have…
The lush verdant Hawaiian island of Maui is one of the world’s most popular and sought-after travel destinations. Travelers from all over the world visit each year. According to Spectrum News, almost 2.3 Million visitors set foot on the valley isle in 2021. With restrictions relating to the pandemic easing up, more visitors will be…
