Even though there is a lot to do and see, St. Augustine can be one of the scariest places in the country. It is the oldest city in America, and it had wars, battles, epidemics and pirates. That means it has lots and lots of ghosts! We went on two ghost tours that left me…
A Trip to Witch City in the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD
‘Tis the season to get spooky. For some that may mean decorating, haunted houses, pumpkin picking. Or maybe a trip to the “Witch City” also known as Salem, Massachusetts. It’s only a few hours away from the tri-state area which makes a fun, easy road trip. And the Mazda CX-9 Signature AWD was perfect for providing…
What Drives Her: How Charlie Martin Is Racing Toward a More Inclusive Future for Motorsport
Charlie Martin is ready to get back on the track. COVID-19 didn’t entirely nix her racing schedule last year, but she still found herself at home more often than not, turning to esports—virtual, simulated racing against all manner of drivers online—and physical training to stay healthy, both mentally and physically. Now, she’s gearing up for…
Best Gifts for Travelers : Road Trip Warrior or Frequent Flyer
Do you have a traveler in your life you need to shop for this holiday season? If so, look no further because I’ve curated a list of the best gifts for travelers. Whether you’re shopping for a frequent flyer or road trip warrior, finding gifts for them will include items that make their travels less…
Turn Your Family Road Trip Into a Learning Adventure
These are lessons your kids might actually love. Here’s another thing to love about homeschooling: the freedom to travel when you want. Growing up, road trips with the family are honestly the fondest memories that I look back on. And I’m just as excited to be able to create family road trip memories with my sons….
Understeer, Oversteer, and Why They Matter for You
Understeer and oversteer aren’t just terms for racing. If you’ve ever turned on a motorsport event, you’ve very likely heard the terms ‘understeer’ and ‘oversteer.’ For most folks, that’s the only place they’ll ever hear those terms—but they aren’t exclusive to racing. In fact, once you understand what these two terms mean, you can use them…
Everything You Need to Know Before You Plan a Trip to Greenland
You’ve probably never considered Greenland as a travel destination, but I’m here to tell you that you do. I visited Greenland as part of a press trip to cover Extreme E’s event in Kangerlussuaq, a town that contains the country’s largest international airport but that also boasts a population of only 500 people. You’ve probably…
How Travel Insurance Can Protect You, Even From Road Trip Disasters
Are you headed for road trip disaster? Disclosure: “This post is sponsored by Allianz Global Assistance (AGA Service Company) and I have received financial compensation.” Have you ever had a road trip that turned into a disaster? Unfortunately, I have more than once. Many people think of travel insurance as something you only get when…
The Rebelle Rally Is Much More Than an Off-Roading Competition
This rally culture lifts up its competitors – by design. Ashley Lee, a three-time Rebelle Rally veteran, picked me up from the airport on Thursday morning to take me out to the final stage of the competition. The night before, she called me to offer her advice and answer any questions I might have about…
Chill Out and Enjoy the Leaves With This Acoustic Fall Road Trip Playlist
Ladies, grab your pumpkin spice lattes and let’s hit the road! If your man is anything like mine, he doesn’t understand the value of a good picturesque autumn road trip with plenty of opportunities for festive photo ops — but that’s what we have our girlfriends for, right? So many of our great writers…