American Nomad Blog
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American Nomad covers the best of U.S. travel—from vacation deals to festivals, weekend getaways, travel tips, and more. A seasoned traveler and Moon author, Laura is the perfect guide to help discover new gems when traveling domestically.
Recent Posts
- A Southern Girl's Wintertime Adventure in Yellowstone
- One Novelist's Odyssey Across America
- Gearing up for a Family Camping Trip
- Mint Juleps and More at Oak Alley Plantation
- Avoiding Identity Theft While on Vacation
- Money-Saving Travel Tips from Nomadic Matt
- Fashion, Fun, and Convenience for the Modern Traveler
- In Search of Irish Museums Across America
- The Inspiring Journey of a Solo Kayaker
- Getting Fit for Treks in Yosemite and Elsewhere, Part 2
- Getting Fit for Treks in Yosemite and Elsewhere, Part 1
- Experiencing Yosemite with YExplore
- Two Travel Contests Worth Mentioning
- A Word About the TSA's No-No List
- A Reader's Advice About Airport Security
Summertime Festivals for Beer Lovers
As a lifelong traveler, I've always appreciated the chance to sample regional cuisine, but as an adult traveler, I'm also grateful for the opportunity to taste regional wines and beers. Although I've blogged about Michigan wineries and historic taverns in previous posts, I realize that I've never focused specifically on breweries or, for that matter, beer festivals. more >>
General Tipping Etiquette for Travelers
As my colleague Jamie Jensen, author of the latest Road Trip USA guidebook, noted in a recent blog post, Memorial Day weekend has traditionally served as the start of the summertime road trip season. So, with Memorial Day just a couple days away, you've no doubt begun to make your seasonal travel plans. Of course, while figuring out the quick getaways and lengthy vacations that you intend to take this summer, it's inevitable that, besides reflecting on favorite interests and must-see destinations, you'll also need to consider your budget. more >>
Interview with Road-Tripping Expert Jamie Jensen, Part 2
As I've mentioned on various occasions, I'm a huge fan of road-tripping across the United States. I suppose that, as Moon's American Nomad, that's not a big surprise. What might also not be surprising is how much I appreciate Jamie Jensen's Road Trip USA: Cross-Country Adventures on America's Two-Lane Highways ($29.99), the sixth edition of which is being released this month. Yesterday evening, to celebrate the release, I posted the first part of an interview with the author himself.
Here, now, is the second part of that enlightening conversation:
American Nomad: What do you love most about road-tripping? more >>
Interview with Road-Tripping Expert Jamie Jensen, Part 1
Since I was a child, I've logged thousands of miles on road trips across America. Whether headed to Washington, D.C., with my mom, Iowa City with fellow math nerds, or San Francisco with my husband, Dan, I've always appreciated the chance to hit the open road, where curious people, parks, attractions, landmarks, events, and oddities await – and unexpected experiences are almost always guaranteed. While the American landscape has evolved over the years – and on-the-road technology has greatly transformed the art of traveling – road-tripping is still one of my favorite pastimes. more >>
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