On the Road with Jay
On the Road with Jay is an immersive travel and photography brand created by Jay R. Nicols, blending stunning visuals, personal storytelling, and expert insights into a captivating journey around the world. Rooted in luxury adventure and high-end travel experiences, it spans a quarterly digital magazine - The Story, a blog, and a print store, offering readers and followers a unique perspective on some of the most breathtaking destinations.
Explore. Capture. Inspire.
On the Road with Jay
Jul 29, 2025
On the Road | Big Cedar
Experience Review | Big Cedar Lodge
Location: Ridgedale, Missouri
Date Visited: July 2025
Vibe: Outdoorsy luxury with...
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Jul 6, 2025
On the Road | Sea Island, Ga.
Southern Elegance, Coastal Calm
The Story
Some places wear their luxury with flash. Sea Island wears it with confiden...
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Jul 3, 2025
On the Road | Kiawah Island S.C.
The Sanctuary Where Golf Met Stillness
Kiawah wasn’t just a stop — it was a reset. After a 17-hour drive through six ...
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On the Road | Bay Harbor + Petoskey Eats and Sleeps
Destination Experience Score: 8.8
Northern Michigan in the summer hits different. Cool breezes off Lake Michigan, sun...
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On the Road Experience Meanings Chart
On the Road Destination Experience Meanings Chart
Where numbers meet feeling.
Every place has a story.Some leave you ...
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On the Road | The Journey 2021 - 2025
My photography journey is rooted in a deep sense of wonder and movement. "Prints from the World" is a visual diary—a curated gallery of places that have shaped my soul, sharpened my eye, and slowed down time just long enough to capture something lasting.
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Welcome to On the Road Photography
This isn’t just a print store. It’s a visual journey, a personal transformation, and a place to share it all with you.
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On the Road | Hawaii 2024 - Three Island. Four Weeks.
Ever wished you could just escape to paradise for a while? Well, that’s exactly what I did! I spent four glorious weeks exploring the Hawaiian islands, soaking up the sun, hitting the links, and indulging in some seriously delicious food.
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Jul 21, 2023
On the Road | Alaska 2023
Each port had its own unique personality. Juneau felt city-like and bustling. Skagway was a classic fjord town, and Ketchikan had that same rugged, tucked-into-the-cliffs charm.
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Jul 17, 2023
On the Road | Hawaii 2023
What does it mean to explore? The concept holds many interpretations, but for me, exploration serves as the fundamental motivation behind my travels. The allure of venturing into the unfamiliar has always excited me.
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Jul 7, 2023
On the Road | The Big Island 2023
On the Road | The Big Island
The Detour That Changed the Pace
The Story
Hawai‘i wasn’t part of the plan. It was a fe...
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On the Road | Nice-Monaco-Lake Como 2022
As my adventure through Nice, Monaco, Milan, and Lake Como came to an end, I felt a deep sense of fulfillment. Each place offered its own unique experience, from the luxury and excitement of Monaco to the tranquil beauty of Lake Como. It was a journey that allowed me to grow, both as a photographer and as a person.
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