Riding 4,000 miles across the country gave me plenty of time to think about all of life's intricacies and plenty of time to scold myself for over-...

Stepping outside your comfort zone is an extraordinary opportunity although it's something we often shy away from as we tend to find solace in the...

Why is it that when some people are brought together, they end up falling in love? Is it similar personalities or shared interests that connect th...

The sun's shining, there's a white carpet of snow covering the ground, and the trees are heavy from the latest snowfall. Working up a sweat, I asc...

As a die-hard fan and season ticket holder for the Oakland A's, I can usually be found in the bleachers behind our star left fielder Yoenis Cesped...

Your own hometown has secrets to share. Your daily routine can be delightful. It all depends upon you opening your eyes wide to novelty, surprises...

If you’re lucky enough to visit Italy, then you undoubtedly need to experience one of Italy’s great initiatives, agriturismos. If you’re lucky eno...

Awaken to the smell of mountains–a mix of cold morning air, dew-laden grass and the faint, earthy smell of livestock. Tuck into your slippers and ...

My Facebook newsfeed of late is chock-full of photos and status updates from my Backroads colleagues residing in far-flung locations. I see gorgeo...

I used to be pretty serious about the whole competitive running thing. I've run my whole life. And I've run myself into the ground—quite literally...

Have an upcoming ski trip? Headed out of town after the new year? Traveling with kids and family this winter? Does the thought of packing for the ...

When I started working at Backroads this past June, I had never been on a road bike in my life. But this October, I joined 230 of my coworkers at ...