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Mike on the Move: Poland — A Journey Heavy with History, Warmth, and Wonder
I’ve traveled a lot over the years, but nothing prepared me for Poland. I went for the food, the history, the old towns and castles — and I got all of that. But what stayed with me long after I… Continue reading
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The Long Road Always Leads Home
I’ve written about far-off places, long roads, foreign cities, and ancient ports. I’ve crossed borders and oceans, chased stories in places that felt unfamiliar and new. But it’s time I write about the place that never lets go of me… Continue reading
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Storms, Whales, and Old Ghosts: A Maine Adventure on the Road
I usually fly when I travel, but this time I decided to drive to Portland, Maine. It gave me an excuse to swing through Philadelphia and visit my parents and family. I don’t get to Philly nearly enough, so it… Continue reading
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Mike on the Move: On the Edge — Tallinn & Helsinki
If there’s a place that feels caught between two worlds — the old and the new, the free and the occupied — it’s Tallinn, Estonia. I stayed at My City Hotel, an incredible place that used to be the Russian… Continue reading
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Layover Like a Local: Turning Airport Time into Adventure
For years, I hated layovers. The waiting, the crowds, the endless announcements echoing through terminals—it all felt like a waste of time. I used to plan my flights with military precision, aiming for the fastest connections possible. Get in, get… Continue reading
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Amsterdam Adventures: Tulips, Stroopwafels, and Near-Death by Bicycle
Amsterdam, Netherlands was a trip I’ll never forget—not just because of the city itself, but because I got to share it with my daughter, Rileigh. We flew out on a Saturday, with a layover in Dublin, Ireland, and finally touched… Continue reading
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Orange Trees and Ancient Secrets: My Sicilian Journey Through Palermo
This time on Mike on the Move, I wasn’t traveling alone. My companion for this journey was Nana, a woman who holds a very special place in my life. When unexpected circumstances forced my daughter, Danon, to be away during… Continue reading
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A Winter Journey Through Bavaria: Regensburg to Nuremberg
Bavaria in December is nothing short of magical. Cobblestone streets dusted with frost, the aroma of mulled wine and roasted nuts, centuries-old buildings glowing beneath strings of lights—it all feels like stepping into a snow globe. For this trip, I… Continue reading
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From Sea to Sip: Exploring Nova Scotia’s Flavors, History, and Fall Beauty
There’s something about Nova Scotia in the fall that feels like stepping into a storybook. The air is crisp, the sea seems to shimmer a little brighter, and the trees erupt in colors that make you stop mid-stride just to… Continue reading
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Mike on the Move: Pura Vida in San José, Costa Rica
Costa Rica has long been on my travel bucket list, and I finally made it happen—with San José as my starting point. Let me tell you, this vibrant little capital city surprised me in all the right ways. I stayed… Continue reading
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