Ready & Roam’s breadth of knowledge comes from an incredible community of travelers who share their experience in an effort to help you travel easier. Our Roam Guides are highly curated, destination-specific travel stories told by discerning travelers, whose insight will prove invaluable to anyone planning a trip somewhere new. 

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Roam Guide / Sicily

On Liz Banfield’s first trip to Sicily she was eager to explore the island without rushing herself. Taking time along the North coast before traversing across the island to the Southeast, she discovered incredible ruins, medieval towns, cultural hot spots, rolling hills and cove beaches.

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Scout the Globe, Europe Imen McDonnell Scout the Globe, Europe Imen McDonnell

Ready and Roam / Ireland-The Southwest

With wild and rugged landscapes, sea cliffs and mountain ranges, surf waves and beach strands, quiet harbors and quaint villages brimming with heaps of Irish charm, excellent food and hospitality topped off with a perfect pint of creamy stout; the southwest region of Ireland is a forever favorite among visitors from every corner of the world.

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Roam Guide / Dahab, Egypt

In this Roam Guide, Katrina Laemmerhirt, owner of Chicago’s urban outdoor company Brick Wood and Iron relives her memories of Dahab Egypt. This travel guide balances exploration of historic landmarks in Egypt with an off the grid visit to the cool waters off the coast of the Sinai Peninsula, one of the world’s most treasured diving destinations.

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Roam Guide / Bora Bora

Few places in the world inspire wanderlust like the South Pacific. With it’s perfectly untouched beaches, vibrant marine life and dreamy resort accommodations. This travel guide tells the story of a young couple experiencing the fantasy island of Bora Bora for the first time.

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Roam Guide / Chicago, Illinois

Chicago is a Midwest destination worthy of a repeat visit. There are lots of do's and don’t’s when it comes to a vacation in the windy city, but the tips in this Chicago travel guide will help you blend in like a local and get the most of your time. Be sure to check out the itinerary for sale to make your travel planning turn-key for a weekend on Lake Michigan.

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Roam Guide / Cape Ann, Massachusetts

Thirty miles from Boston is the lesser known eastern Cape Ann, the quaint coastal communities of Gloucester, Rockport, Essex and Manchester-by-the-Sea greet you with same charming cottages, sandy beaches, and seaside eateries you’d expect to find on New England’s rocky coast. This guide finds local and landmark treasures for anyone planning a sweet summer escape to Massachusetts.

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Ready and Roam / Palm Springs, California

Planning a family trip to the desert of Palm Springs? Check out our Palm Springs, California travel guide for advice from experience on how to stay, eat, shop, and explore with teenagers.

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Roam Guide / Telluride, Colorado

No where else does a free, eight-mile pedestrian gondola connect 14 thousand foot peeks and 2K acres of terrain to a low-key historic village. Custom designed yurts allow for al fresco dining and there is no shortage of eclectic in the gorgeous yet down-to-earth Telluride.

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