Take Detours, Jump Fences, See the Unexpected: 20 Ways to Have a Great Vacation—Abridged Version

These travel stories are for all those whose curiosity and wanderlust leads them off the beaten track. This book is for everyone who loves road trips, road food, and road life as much as I do—for those drawn to the weird little towns, lesser-known parks, and kooky attractions that others overlook. It is for people who think the journey matters more than the destination.

Whim and curiosity are vital to my happiness. I don’t have a specific schedule when on vacation, so I often stop and take a look at whatever catches my fancy. I like to take detours. It makes my trips longer, meandering, and incredibly satisfying.

I prefer staying a little distant from the noise of the crowd. America is rich with largely undiscovered resources. There are so many parks, caves, gardens, and tours that one never need lack for something to do. The best way to travel is to follow your heart, your whim, and your instinct.