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Scott McConkey

Scott McConkey is a nationally syndicated travel writer and the founder of Miles with McConkey, where he provides vacationers and travel enthusiasts with trip ideas, travel guides, and inspiration. His travel articles have been seen in The Associated Press wire, ABC, CBS, CW, FOX, NBC, MSN, and many more. He and his wife, Julie, left the corporate world after nearly 30 years for a life of travel and adventure. What started as a gap year has evolved into a second act. She creates visual content while he utilizes the written word. Their goal is to create content inspiring others to travel more and live their best lives now.
A woman takes pictures from her car of bison grazing in a field in Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

North Dakota Tops Studies for Happiness and Quality of Life. What Is Their Secret?

by Scott McConkey
Have you ever considered living in or visiting North Dakota? It is one of America’s happiest states. What is their secret?
A woman stands in front of a brick wall with a colorful painted sign that ways "Welcome to Salem"

Salem, Virginia Is the Perfect Blue Ridge Mountains Getaway

by Scott McConkey
Salem, Virginia is likely not the first Salem that comes to mind but the quaint town is the perfect Blue Ridge Mountains getaway.
A man wears a Bigfoot costume

You Wonโ€™t Believe These Fun, Quirky Smoky Mountain Festivals

by Scott McConkey
Looking for a unique way to experience a national park? Check out these fun, quirky festivals in the Smokies.
Baby sea turtles crawl across the sand to the water in St. George Island, FL.

St. George Island Was Named America’s Top Beach Last Year. Why Are Locals More Excited This Year?

by Scott McConkey
St. George Island was named America’s top beach in 2023. It is making headlines again, but for an entirely different reason.
Scott McConkey, travel writer and founder of the Miles with McConkey Travel Blog, looks at the Portland coast from New Ground.

We Had the Best Time in Portland (And, Not the One You Think)

by Scott McConkey
Have you been to this Portland?
A woman walks down steps along a paved path with views of badlands in the distance

Why Is Theodore Roosevelt National Park South Unit So Popular?

by Scott McConkey
Theodore Roosevelt National Park has 3 units, but one is especially popular. What is so special about the South Unit and its gateway town, Medora?
A British flag waves in the wind from the back of a tender that pulls away from a cruise ship.

The Good, Bad, and Ugly of Our Princess British Isles Cruise

by Scott McConkey
We visited Europe for the first time during our recent Princess British Isles cruise. What was the cruise like? We share the good, bad, and ugly details.
Scott McConkey, travel writer and founder of the Miles with McConkey Travel Blog, climbs a hill at sunrise in Theodore Roosevelt National Park, North Dakota

Theodore Roosevelt National Park North Unit: How Is This Place Still a Secret?

by Scott McConkey
An area with beautiful, rugged landscapes and exotic wildlife should not be this accessible. Yet, it is. What are people missing by skipping this park’s North Unit?
A man walks toward a blockhouse in Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park as the American flag flies on a pole ahead

Love History? Add Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park to Your List

by Scott McConkey
This park may not be on your radar but it should be. Climb blockhouses, explore earth lodges, tour George Custer’s last command, and more.
Pheasants on the Prairie roadside attraction on the Enchanted Highway, ND

Enchanted Highway North Dakota: A Different Kind of Road Trip

by Scott McConkey
Have you heard of the Enchanted Highway? The North Dakota scenic drive is full of jaw-dropping whimsical wonders that you have to see to believe.
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We are Scott and Julie at Miles with McConkey.  After nearly 30 years, we took a leap of faith out of the corporate world to enjoy a life of travel and adventure.  We hope to inspire you to find ways to travel more and enjoy life now.

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