James Hills
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I am a passionate explorer who loves to travel and expereince new cultures and try new things. As part of this, I run multiple travel and lifestyle blogs including ManTripping.com - a leading male lifestyle blog and one of the world's most respected Men's Lifestyle and Travel experts for more than 10 years. During this time, we've worked with organizations including automotive, men's health, fashion, and food brands as well as tourism destinations to help them reach more men like me.
Additionally, I run MenWhoBlog.com that targets a more dad-focused, younger audience of men and CruiseWestCoast.com a cruise travel blog focused on Pacific coast cruise destinations and luxury travel.
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It's good to feel uncomfortable! This is how we learn. If we don't push our boundaries and question the things we've been told and try to find new answers, we will never be able to understand how others feel. Discussing race and culture ... especially the legacy of racial based slavery ... has been a topic that has for far too long been over simplified and the modern examinations have been mired in adversarial actions paired with defensive and indeed regressive postures meant to protect a more conservative view of why things are the way they are. Coming to a city like @visitrichmondva however is a fabulous opportunity to learn. Talk to people, ask questions, listen to conversations. This is how we learn ... from new statues and exhibits celebrating heros that weren't in my history books 30 years ago to the conspicuous absence of monuments where the new grass still hasn't fully grown back to heal the wounds where those marble and bronze icons once proudly stood. This is our chance to ask questions and dissolve obstacles that have kept us apart from our brothers and sisters who have a different experience in America than we have enjoyed. We are all Americans and places like Richmond are rare in that the wounds are still fresh, but the city is willing to have those uncomfortable conversations. Now, it's our turn to come and listen, learn, and grow. Are you ready, or will we ignore this opportunity? @visitvirginia
Cheers y'all! We're here in @visitrichmondva this week and what a warm southern welcome we've gotten here! Yesterday was filled with wine sipping, beer drinking, tractor 🚜 museum exploring fun ... but don't worry, there's posh stuff here too that all comes together for an awesome guys trip. Make sure to follow our host but also @guysgab and @knoxpeake who are on the trip with us too! (Knox is killing it with the IG stories from the adventure... I guess I need to step up my game there as well 😀) @visitvirginia #guystrip #beertasting
Latest Post: Drink In The Spirit Of An Aurora Borealis This Summer If you were lucky like we were in North West Ohio, you may have gotten a pretty awesome lightshow this past weekend. It was truly an extraordinary experience that normally you might need to head north to Alaska or Finland to experience. For Heather and I though, we got to not only enjoy the lights ... but sampled some fabulous wines from Oregon that were made in celebration of the Northern Lights. Borealis Vintners couldn't have picked a more perfect time since their Rose, Pinot Gris, and White Blend arrived just in time for us to chill them a bit and put it in our cooler to enjoy while relaxing outside enjoying the northern lights. Read more ... -> What do you guys think?
Latest Post: Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid 2024 Simply put, the Grand Highlander takes everything we love about family haulers from Toyota and makes it .. well .. grand. More space, more power, more luxury, this is the vehicle that any Toyota family needs to consider upgrading to if they want something "more" but aren't quite ready to move into a fully luxury-focused vehicle. Read more ... -> What do you guys think?
Latest Post: Creating Lasting Memories: Why Custom Gear Is Essential for Bachelor Parties Thinking of a standard approach for a bachelor party? Think again. Customized gear, especially t-shirts, can transform a simple get-together into an extraordinary tale waiting to be told. It's about creating a unique emblem of unity that sparks laughter and camaraderie among friends. Read more ... -> What do you guys think?
I can't believe how slow this move has gone for us but I'm just thankful for the choice of getting a storage locker to help us sort through everything rather than just dumping stuff from one home to the next. Special thanks to the folks at @loweshomeimprovement for having fabulously helpful people at both ends of our journey that we're there to help us with outfitting the new condo as well as moving supplies. Seriously, the help was much appreciated... especially those times I showed up dirty, sweaty, and incoherent because of how quickly we had to leave san diego last year. :) Here's to things continuing to improve so that maybe ... just maybe... we'll get to enjoy a beautiful @swmichigan summer in our new home! #notsponsored #genuinebrandlove #lowes #movingforward #movingday #stjosephmichigan #swmichigan
Latest Post: Discover the Transformative Power of a Romantic Getaway: Five Ways It Can Enhance Your Communication Skills: Need help talking with your partner? A romantic getaway might be the answer. Studies show trips can boost communication between couples. This blog will guide you through improving your communication skills through travel, keeping it simple and fun. ㅤ Click on Link in Bio to Read More! ㅤ
Latest Post: Tips For Sober People Who Still Want To Enjoy A Summer Party With Friends Staying sober at summer parties can seem tough. One fact stands out: fun doesn't require alcohol. This article offers strategies to enjoy these gatherings without booze. Read on for solid advice. Read more ... -> What do you guys think?
Woke up listening to a video about Daniel Burnham ... hopefully these words inspire you guys too ... Make big plans!
We're back from our road trip to Fort Wayne and St Joseph, MI but had a fabulous time, riding in style with the @toyotausa #ToyotaSequoia and enjoying @swmichigan beach days. #PureMichigan #toyota #toyotasequoia #beachday #stjosephmi #swmichigan
So I have a secret ... I actually enjoy accompanying @heathermhills to the #VBAOS in @visitfortwayne each spring. She first went 16 years ago and returns every chance she can. It's a fun reason to take a trip to one of the absolute best cities for a weekend getaway anywhere in the midwest and while our pilgrimage is done for this year ... we can't wait to go back again next year!!! #verabradley #fortwayne #visitfortwayne #MyFortWayne #fortwayneindiana @verabradley #visitindiana @visitindiana #midwesttravel #coupleplaces #verabradleyoutletsale #verabradleystyle #verabradleyaddict #verabradleysale #vbaos2024
Some cool stuff that blew me away at the @acdmuseum ... this is just one amazing example ... 1921 Castle Duesenburg ... this museum is more than just a gallery of beautiful cars but also a fascinating walk through automotive history and a peak behind the curtain of how cars are designed and on top of all that ... an incredible opportunity to learn about Indiana auto manufacturing heritage. Amazing experience! #visitindiana @visitindiana @visitfortwayne #acdmuseum #carsofinstagram #carswithoutlimits #carstagram #duesenberg #classiccar #classiccars #classiccarsdaily #fortwayne #visitfortwayne #MyFortWayne
First night in @visitfortwayne and I'm already loving this place! We're hitting the #VBAOS in a few days but im excited to check out some guy stuff until then. Great place for a guys trip ... strong drinks from great bartenders and good food. Tomorrow, we're touring car museums and dining on some Indiana classics, but right now, it's time to go to bed ... these drinks are starting to hit hard! @thebradleyhotel @visitindiana #MyFortWayne #thebradley #fortwayne #fortwayneindiana #visitfortwayne #visitindiana #bartenderlife #verabradley #drinks #drinks🍹 #MyFortWayne
Latest Post: Lexus TX 500h F-Sport: For Dads Who Refuse To Get A Family Car (but still need one) At a certain point in any man's life you are faced with the challenge of needing something practical - a three-row SUV for hauling kids around and bringing supplies back from the big box stores, or getting something truly fun and exciting to drive that will make all the other guys envious. No matter what you get it will be a compromise and that's why I'm so excited to have had the opportunity to test drive both the 2024 Lexus TX 500h F-Sport and the Grand Highlander Platinum back to back this month. These two vehicles are essentially fraternal twins with nearly identical DNA but each of them has manifested their own unique personality. In this review we're going to take a look at the Lexus TX and explore the things we liked and didn't like, followed by the Grand Highlander coming up next. Read more ... -> What do you guys think?
If anyone of you has ever thought about taking a Virgin Voyages cruise ... NOW is the time to book. They have a status match program where you can immediately jump into a loyalty tier where you get free laundry, a speciality coffee each day, and access to their special cocktail party by participating in their status match! Contact Heather Hills (Travel Advisor) if you are interested in learning more or booking a cruise for later this year.