ROAM magazine, New York City. A free, groundbreaking travel and culture magazine.
Roam magazine was a seminal travel and culture publication founded by John Tripp in New York City. Celebrated for its immersive storytelling, striking design and photography, and deep cultural insights, Roam redefined travel journalism by blending personal narrative with global perspective. Roam covered travel with a focus on culture and a critical perspective. Under Tripp’s visionary editorial direction, the magazine became a touchstone for adventurous readers and cultural connoisseurs alike, capturing the spirit of exploration with sophistication and authenticity.
ROAM Issue #1
About Issue One
The first issue of ROAM was published in New York City. John Tripp served as its Publisher, Editor and Art Director. Its cover was photographed on Key Biscayne, Florida by Wes Bender.
Contents of Issue One
Travel to Myanmar, Montreal, Tortola, NYC Bistros, William S. Burroughs, Nepal, South Beach in the ’90s.
ROAM Issue #2
About Issue 3
Issue 3 of ROAM was its most ambitious, with 64 pages of content. Its format was reduced in size, with all design and production by John Tripp. Working with emerging NYC creative talent, it featured beautiful photography, and illustration.
Contents of Issue 3
Which Way Zimbabwe, the emerging tourism industry of a struggling nation; Paris Perused, photograhy; Language Lessons: Living and learning in Guatemala City; Alt.London: London’s bubbling up cultural players; Global sampler: Crossing boundaries with music.
Roam Issue #3
About Issue 3
Indie Travel, World Music and Culture, Jamaica, Vietnam, Colombia, Mali by Jeffery A. Salter, Iceland, Russia by train
John Tripp Creative 