Hitting the road in the next few weeks for a last-minute quick summer getaway?
I’ve been thinking about it for a long time.
It’s been a while since I’ve taken a non-work trip. Life’s gotten in the way, like family health issues, schedules, and an unreliable (and increasingly costly) 19-year old car. I started my research online, looking for inspiration for East Coast destinations within easy driving distance from suburban Philadelphia. And I have to say that I’ve been pleasantly surprised to discover that so many official travel bureaus still print and mail materials on request.
My office shelves have been filling up with guides, brochures, fliers, magazines, and yes, actual paper maps. That such a strong print ecosystem still promotes travel in our digital age is a wonderful thing.
Here are some short observations based on many of the materials I’ve looked at and what resonated with me.
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