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Mike on the Move: Cherokee and Asheville – Two Different Worlds in the Blue Ridge Mountains
Sometimes the best trips are the ones that are practically in your own backyard. This time Mike on the Move took me south through the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains to Cherokee and Asheville, North Carolina. The two destinations are only… Continue reading
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Mike on the Move – Helsinki, Finland
There’s something about arriving in a Nordic country that immediately feels calming. Maybe it’s the clean air, the quiet efficiency, or the fact that nobody seems to be in a hurry. Either way, Helsinki made a great first impression. After… Continue reading
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Mike on the Move: Copenhagen, Denmark — A City That Just Gets It Right
Some trips start with chaos. This one didn’t. Flying out of D.C., everything just…worked. No long security lines, no stress, no rushing. It felt like the system was finally doing what it’s supposed to do. Honestly, it set the tone… Continue reading
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Mike on the Move: St. Augustine — History, Ghosts, and a Surprisingly Great Burger
Some trips are meticulously planned. Others just sort of… happen. This one? A little bit of both. I found myself heading down to St. Augustine, flying out of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport—which, for me, is already a departure from… Continue reading
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Mike on the Move: Nicaragua — Fire, Dust, and Volcanoes
Some trips begin quietly. Others begin with jet engines and the promise of volcanoes glowing in the dark. This one was definitely the latter. Rileigh and I pointed ourselves south toward Nicaragua with a loose plan and a lot of… Continue reading
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Mike on the Move: Jungle Paths, Ancient Rituals, and Why Mexico Called Me Back
I flew out of BWI with a little hesitation. Let’s just say my past experiences there hadn’t exactly been postcard-worthy. But credit where it’s due—BWI has changed. The remodeling shows. From the parking lot to the gate, everything moved smoothly.… Continue reading
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Mike on the Move: Schnitzel, Castles & Accidental Adventures Across Germany
Germany welcomed me back the moment I landed—Munich Airport was smooth sailing, no delays, no chaos, just a quick Uber to the little town of Freising. It’s only about fifteen minutes away, but it feels like stepping into another world.… Continue reading
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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
