We travel and write about it. Enjoy these eclectic travel stories, tasty articles and personal gems from our explorations.

The following articles describe hip places to lodge and dine, sights to see, and, of course, interesting personalities, all of which make for a rich travel experience.

Hip Lodging
Offering an interesting blend of character and comfort when you're intentionally not home.

Hear gentle waves and watch schooners drift across the bay from the window of an Ocean View Room.

This classic 1930s art deco-themed hotel truly is a National Treasure.

Hip Dining
Combining great food and terrific atmosphere, these one-of-a-kind eateries are a dream come true.

Do high tea Texas style, Patti's makes everything from scratch, including delectable baked goods. They even roast their own flavored coffee!

Hip Sites
These travel sites require some insider knowledge. Don't forget your walking shoes, camera and curiosity.

After 225-million years, these trees have stood the test of time.

Enter this non-stop thrill ride through badlands, forests and mountains. On the way, see outlaws, UFOs, bat caves, atom bomb sites and even Smokey the Bear.

Northwest New Mexico
The rich culture of the Native American Indian is all around you here. Pueblos, 400-year-old monuments, and classic cities.

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Travel Team

Janice loves the open road. She is Business Manager and Marketing Director for CopyStratic.com and HipTravelReview.com. When she's not writing marketing or technical copy, she enjoys reviewing hotels, specialty shoppes and gourmet tea and foods. She also enjoys photography, swing dance and travel.

Daniel Clayton is always up for a new adventure. From his virtual office, Daniel thrives on creating copy for his client-base across the U.S. Trained in print journalism, Daniel has written for Fortune 150 companies and now co-owns and operates CopyStratic.com, which specializes in website and catalog content, SEO writing, white papers, advertising, brochures, technical manuals and travel writing.