The Mayor
Founder & Travel Writer | 25+ Years of Experience
The Mayor is the founder and editor of City Unknown, with more than 25 years of travel experience exploring hidden gems, road trips, independent restaurants, small towns, unusual attractions and overlooked destinations across America.
Meet The Mayor
Behind City Unknown is The Mayor, a travel writer with more than 25 years of experience discovering destinations, unusual attractions, local restaurants, scenic road trips, and places that deserve a little more attention.
The mission is simple: help travelers go beyond the obvious attractions and discover the character of each destination.
Our Travel Philosophy
City Unknown combines destination research, local resources, travel experience, and practical recommendations to help readers plan memorable adventures.
We favor independent businesses, overlooked destinations, authentic neighborhoods, and memorable experiences.
Articles by The Mayor
8 Arizona Day Trips Under 2 Hours From Phoenix
Escape the city with eight Arizona day trips within about two hours of Phoenix, from Sedona's red rocks and Prescott's lakes to mountain...
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15 Hidden Things to Do in Washington This Fall
Discover 15 hidden things to do in Washington this fall, from golden mountain valleys and forgotten backroads to waterfalls, small towns and colorful...
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Things to Do in Oregon in December: Holiday Lights, Mt. Hood & a Wild Winter Coast
Discover the best things to do in Oregon in December, from Portland holiday lights and snowy Mt. Hood to Bend adventures, Christmas markets,...
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15 Hidden Things to Do in Michigan This Fall
Discover 15 hidden things to do in Michigan this fall, from secret waterfalls and old-growth forests to ghost towns, turquoise springs, scenic backroads...
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The Ultimate Guide to Seeing Fall Colors in America
Discover the best places to see fall colors across America, from New England and Michigan to the Blue Ridge Mountains and beyond. Find...
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Best States to See Fall Colors in America: The Ultimate Fall Foliage Guide
Discover the best states to see fall colors in America, from classic New England foliage and Michigan’s forested shorelines to the Blue Ridge...
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10 Lesser-Known Things to Do Near Sedona
Go beyond Sedona's famous red rocks with 10 lesser-known places to explore, from ancient pueblos and hidden heritage sites to wetlands, small towns,...
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The Ultimate Guide to Seeing Fall Colors in Michigan
Explore the best places to see fall colors in Michigan, from the Upper Peninsula and Great Lakes shoreline to scenic drives, waterfalls, small...
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