ManTripping
ManTripping.com is a travel site built around the trip you take with your buddies. Guys weekends, bachelor parties, road trips, the annual fishing trip nobody misses. I write it in first person because that is the only way this works: I have been to the places I recommend, and when something is not worth the drive I say so. The test every article has to pass is whether it reads like a friend who already made the trip or like a tourism board that never left the office. We are not in the second business.
The reader is a man between 35 and 55 who works hard and travels deliberately. He is comfortable financially without being loud about it, the kind of practical luxury that buys a well-optioned truck instead of a badge. He has been enough places to spot marketing copy at a glance, so he comes here for specifics: what it costs, how far it is, what to book ahead, which part is worth the money and which part everyone skips. He is usually planning for a group, which means he is not only choosing a destination, he is defending the choice to four other guys.
Coverage runs from bucket list and adventure travel to fishing, hunting, golf and the outdoors, road trips and sporting events, plus the gear, grills, whiskey and tech that go with them. Several times a year we run open submission roundups where brands pitch directly into a seasonal guide, and the bigger ones generate several published articles rather than one. ManTripping is the flagship of Flow Media Marketing, alongside MenWhoBlog.com, CouplePlaces.com and CruiseWestCoast.com. Press trips, review samples and partnership conversations are all welcome on the terms we publish under: firsthand experience, honest assessment, and no coverage promised in advance.
Editorial Focus Areas
Men’s Travel
ManTripping is a leading voice in men’s travel, including guys trips, father and son getaways, road trips, cruises, destination experiences, resort vacations, and adventure travel.
The site explores how men travel today - from golf weekends and fishing trips to luxury resorts, cruise vacations, culinary tourism, and bucket-list adventures.
Food, Drinks, and Culinary Travel
ManTripping regularly covers food and beverage experiences, including restaurants, grilling, cooking, wine, whiskey, craft beer, tequila, mezcal, distillery visits, wine country travel, and destination dining.
These topics are often presented through the lens of travel, culture, friendship, and discovery.
Automotive, Gear, and Lifestyle
The site also covers vehicles, road trip gear, men’s fashion, outdoor equipment, grooming, home technology, smart home tools, gaming, and products that help men enjoy life at home and on the road.
Audience
The ManTripping audience is made up primarily of men who are interested in travel, lifestyle, food, drinks, gear, cars, technology, and outdoor experiences.
Core audience themes include:
- Men planning guys trips, father and son trips, and couples travel
- Men interested in road trips, cruises, resorts, and outdoor adventure
- Readers who enjoy food, wine, whiskey, beer, grilling, and culinary tourism
- Consumers looking for practical product recommendations and gift ideas
- Brand-loyal readers who value authentic first-hand experience over generic recommendations
Professional Background
ManTripping is published by James Hills, founder of Flow Media Marketing and CruiseWestCoast.com. James has more than 20 years of digital marketing, social media, influencer marketing, and content publishing experience.
Before building ManTripping into a long-running men’s lifestyle and travel publication, James held social media and digital marketing roles with major consumer brands and worked on influencer programs across retail, travel, consumer products, and lifestyle categories.
That combination of editorial experience and marketing strategy gives ManTripping a practical understanding of what readers need, what journalists look for, and how brands can tell stories in a way that feels useful instead of forced.
Awards and Recognition
- James Hills, founder and publisher of ManTripping, was recognized by LA Weekly as a “Top Travel Blogger to Watch” in 2023.
- James Hills was recognized by Muck Rack as one of the “Top 10 Outdoor Journalists” for 2022.
- James and Heather Hills were featured in The Toledo Blade for their work building Flow Media Marketing and its travel media brands.
- James Hills and ManTripping have been cited, interviewed, or featured as expert sources in national and regional media outlets.
Story Angles
The Evolution of Men’s Travel
How men’s travel content has moved beyond stereotypes and into a more mature conversation about friendship, adventure, food, culture, and personal growth.
Guys Trips and Male Friendship
Why men are increasingly using travel as a way to reconnect with friends, celebrate milestones, and create shared memories.
Father and Son Travel
How travel can strengthen family bonds across generations, especially through road trips, cruises, outdoor adventures, and shared hobbies.
Food and Beverage Tourism for Men
Why wine country, distillery visits, craft beer destinations, culinary trails, and destination dining continue to resonate with male travelers.
Road Trips, Cars, and the American Travel Experience
How vehicles, gear, roadside discoveries, and regional food culture shape the way men experience travel.
Cruise and Resort Travel for Men
Why cruises and all-inclusive resorts are increasingly relevant for guys trips, milestone celebrations, couples travel, and multigenerational vacations.
Marketing to Men Without Stereotypes
How destinations and brands can reach male audiences without relying on outdated clichés.
Partnership Opportunities
ManTripping works with destinations, hotels, resorts, cruise lines, tourism boards, automotive brands, food and beverage companies, gear companies, technology brands, and lifestyle products that align with its audience.
Potential collaborations include:
- Sponsored articles
- Product reviews
- Gift guide placements
- Hosted travel coverage
- Destination features
- Social media campaigns
- Newsletter placements
- Survey and audience insight projects
- Custom content packages
- Brand storytelling campaigns
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