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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
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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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