Are you going to take a long road trip instead of the plane? There’s a lot in store for you when you take a road trip: you see the sights and meet new people, as opposed to the jet that crosses the clouds where there is nothing to entertain you but movie reruns and airline food. You’ll miss your flask and pub drinks just to sleep on a long, boring flight.
There’s more excitement on road trips
Taking a road trip that takes hours or even a few days can be exhausting, especially if you are the one driving. The only consolation are the drinks at your fingertips, your flask or your cooler at your side. But there’s more to the road trip than sipping beer when you want to watch the sunset during those cross-country road trips from the US to Canada.
One of the interesting road trips you can plan is the trip from Maine to Quebec. There are panoramic views along the way, which you will miss on an ordinary jet flight. One is the Old Canada Road Scenic Byway, which was the route of the ancient travelers.
The US segment (Route 201) is a winding highway that skirts the Kennebec River, the Dead River, and Lake Wyman. You have a day to enjoy the scenic drive, something you will never experience if you don’t hit the road again. Along this route, there are several recreational spots where you can stop for a drink or two.
By the way
The next stop would be Catarunk in Maine, where you can head to the famous Appalachian Trail. To enjoy the experience, set foot on the trail and walk the path and take in the panoramic views and breathe in the fresh air. The experience is exhilarating and connects you with the past and with Mother Nature.
Other places that can fill your travel journal are the picturesque towns of Solon and Bingham and the charm of Moxie Falls. In summer, join the crowd that lines up to raft from Jackman to the Moose River, and in winter, have fun riding snowmobiles in the powder snow. If you are not the type of activities that are physically exhausting, you can sit back and relax and take pictures of the surroundings.
Other paths to take
If you are planning a summer getaway do something out of the ordinary, here are other trails to try:
* The Silk Road in China
* Machu Pichu trail of the lost Inca world
* Georgian Caucasus in Tbilisi between Turkey and Russia
* Walk through the Swiss villages
* Route from China to Kazakhstan
* The Route of Olympus traveled by former athletes
With air travel usurping road trips, people are missing the wonders of ancient routes. For your next adventure, you can start in your own backyard before taking on the world. But like any trip abroad, prepare your travel documents and get your vaccinations in advance within the prescribed period.
Traveling the road less traveled will take you to places where medieval collides with modern times. Nothing can describe the satisfaction you will get from the experience. How about experiencing the life of a nomad in the Sahara deserts? Or savor the thrill of the hunter in the wilds of Africa? Or enjoy the benign security of the Fijian metropolis? Whichever you choose, the roads less traveled will give you the experience of a lifetime.