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Ready for an epic New England adventure? Get an insider's perspective on why Maine is a perfect place for an active vacation....

When Marty Perlmutter's good friend Roy passed away from multiple myeloma, Marty decided to bike across the USA from coast to coast to raise awareness of the di...

There's nothing like Maine lobster, and the story of its rise from discarded scrap to prized export may surprise you! What makes this crustacean so coveted? The...

Rachel Carson's little-known love affair with the rocky Maine coastline kicked off her career and, ultimately, helped save the majestic Peregrine Falcon from ex...

The first time I saw Italy was by bike. As it turned out, taking it slow, savoring the details, connecting more personally with the destination is al...

Little is known about the earliest inhabitants of the Southwest. Once called the “Anasazi,” or "ancient enemy," mystery surrounds their existence, their cultur...

In the 1920s Coco Chanel ushered in the era of the deep dark tan.

As you travel through Ireland, one given is that even the tiniest of towns will boast at least one Irish pub—and more likely, they’ll each have a fe...

What is it about Death Valley that gets such a hold on people and inspires them to live in what might be called the most inhospitable place in our nation? ...

Continuing with our series of videos specially made to bring a bit of the Backroads travel world right to your home, we asked longtime Backroads guest Tara Hitc...

There’s nothing like the thrill of exploring new places. And there’s no escape like a good book!...

With so many of us home and unable to travel at the moment, we thought it would be nice to bring a bit of the magic of travel (and one of our favorite national ...