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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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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Scout the Globe, Africa Regina Folken Scout the Globe, Africa Regina Folken

Ready and Roam / Western Cape, South Africa

Coastal living along the Western Cape is both expansive and quaint. The capital city of Cape Town is vibrant, stylish and sophisticated. Just one hour inland, you’ll find a picturesque wine region full of centuries old wineries. Southeast from the "the mother city" sits the seaside town of Hermanus, known for whale watching and cage diving with great white sharks.

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