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The Complete Guide to Road Trips
Make your next trip worth the drive with curated itineraries, expert gear, and more.
Road Trips
Everything You Need to Plan a Stress-Free Road Trip
Know how to find the best roadside meals, gender neutral bathrooms, and worthwhile stops along the way.
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How the Road Trip Recaptured Our Imagination This Year
Americans are traveling again, often on four wheels, in ways that help them see their country—and themselves—in a whole new light.
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20 Road Trip Essentials to Pack for a Long Drive
Everything you need to survive a day in the car.
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Why Turo Is Quickly Becoming My Favorite Way to Rent a Car
It's like the Airbnb of cars, and I love it.
Tips and advice
- News & Advice
5 Things You Should Know About Rental Car Insurance Before Buying
Here's what you needs to know to avoid unnecessary rental car charges, all while staying protected. - Road Trips
The Best Credit Cards to Use on a Road Trip
Earn points and cash back with these travel rewards cards. - Adventure
A Beginner's Guide to Renting an RV
From choosing the right model to tips for backing into your campsite. - Road Trips
On Your Next Road Trip, Stay at a Classic Motor Lodge
If you’re planning to hit the road this summer, try spending the night at one of these retro spots. - Road Trips
The Best Road Trip Apps
If the journey is more important than the destination, then you’ll want to download these apps for your next trip. - Solo Travel
The Best Road Trip Cars for Exploring Solo, Sightseeing with Family, and More
Whether you need a spacious backseat that can fit a leggy teen or want an eco-friendly ride for a long-haul drive. - Road Trips
The Ultimate Road Trip Playlist, According to Our Favorite Musicians
Haim, Miguel, Darius Rucker, and more chime in. - Road Trips
This New Road Trip Planner Makes It Easy to Book a Multi-Stop Vacation
Skyscanner's just-launched Road Trip tool pulls together where to eat and stay along the way, plus the best deals on cars, hotels, and more.
U.S. itineraries
International itineraries
What to pack
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The Best Car Phone Mounts for Road Trips
Including ones that double as a speaker and charge your phone. - Packing
What I Packed for a Cross-Country Road Trip
One editor shares her essentials for a Los Angeles to New York City drive. - Road Trips
The Products to Keep in Your Car for Inevitable Road Trip Messes
A little forward thinking can turn car-bound chaos into a simple bump on the road. - Road Trips
Road Trip Games and Toys to Keep Kids Entertained on the Go
Whether you’re traveling by plane, train, or car. - Road Trips
The Best Road Trip Snacks, According to Our Editors
From Pringles to all-natural beef jerky, here's what to bring so nobody goes hungry on the road. - Gear & Guides
The Best Water Bottles for Staying Hydrated On the Go
From silicone-covered glass bottles to insulated stainless steel tumblers.
Food & Drink
On a Road Trip Through the Sun Belt, One Writer Discovers the World on a Plate
The American South is home to some of the most diverse food cultures in the world. Von Diaz hits the road to discover the region's many flavors and communities.
Points & Miles
The Best Gas Credit Cards for Road Trippers and Commuters Alike
Earn points that you can put toward a free hotel stay or flight every time you stop for gas.
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A Road Trip Through Northern Argentina in 35mm Photos
Photographer Michael Turek shares the story behind his images capturing the dusty northern reaches of Argentina.
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A Ski Slope and Hot Springs-Filled Road Trip on California’s Highway 395
Forget the coast—snow-capped mountains beckon along this illustrious California road trip.
Solo Travel
How a Motorcycle Trip Through the Americas Turned Into a Lesson on Humility
Leaving home with no return ticket for the first time, writer J.R. Patterson learns to value the journey over the destination.
Shopping
Road Trip Essentials to Pack for a Long Drive
Everything you need to get through long days in the car.
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A Road Trip Through Mountains and Desert in Morocco’s Rif Region
This less-traveled stretch of Morocco is home to swimming holes in the desert, Mediterranean beaches, and caught-in-time mountain villages.
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A Sherry-Sipping, Seafood-Filled Road Trip Through Southern Spain
From Seville to Córdoba, Andalusia proves it’s a region worth tasting.
Destinations
A 5-Day Road Trip Through Indigenous Alberta
A new Métis cultural center and Indigenous-run offerings worth traversing Alberta for, from foraging to fireside chats.
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The Best RV Campgrounds in the U.S. for Your Next Trip
From temperate rainforests to under-the-radar national parks, here are the best spots to explore the great outdoors on wheels.