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. 

Scout the Globe, Europe Liz Banfield Scout the Globe, Europe Liz Banfield

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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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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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 / Cartagena and Rosario Islands

In this Roam Guide, accomplished photographer Liz Banfield relives her girls trip to South America. Her travels include the port city of Cartagena on Colombia’s Caribbean coast, as well as the spectacular Rosario Islands. This travel guide balances exploration of historic landmarks and neighborhoods, with island time in the cool waters of the Caribbean.

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Roam 2 Ways / Milwaukee, Wisconsin

The perfect weekend alternative to Chicago. Stay, explore and shop Milwaukee with a local and a tourist. Discover secret spots, take in Lake Michigan on land or water, and venture a little further to find a hidden food scene filled with off menu sandwiches and award-winning ethnic food.

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