Road Trips
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Must-Try Restaurants and Diners Along Historic Route 66
Route 66 food stops offer diners, pie counters, drive-ins, and roadside meals with history, personality, and budget-friendly charm.
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The Clever Ways Americans Are Making Road Trips More Affordable In 2026
Cheap gas stops are shaping 2026 road trips as drivers use gas-price apps, fuel points, warehouse clubs, and rewards programs to save.
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The States Where It’s Easiest and Hardest to Find Cheap Eats on a Road Trip
Finding cheap eats can make a road trip far more enjoyable and affordable. This guide highlights the best and worst states for budget-family dining, from Texas barbecue joints to high-priced tourist destinations like California and Hawaii.
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The Gas Station Snacks People Refuse To Buy Anymore After Seeing Fuel Prices
Rising fuel costs are changing the way Americans shop at convenience stores, especially when it comes to overpriced gas stations snacks. From beef jerky and bottled soda to sushi and pizza slices, drivers are skipping impulse buys and searching for…
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The Road Trip Stops Drivers Plan Around Because the Gas Is Weirdly Cheap and the Food’s Actually Good
These road trip stops help drivers find cheaper gas, decent food, rewards programs, and convenient places to pause along the way.
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The Best Budget-Friendly Weekend Trips Within Driving Distance of Major U.S. Cities
These budget-friendly weekend trips near major U.S. cities offer beaches, mountains, small towns, and scenic escapes without pricey flights.
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The Gas Station Chains Drivers Swear Still Have the Lowest Prices in 2026
With fuel prices remaining high, drivers are becoming more strategic about where they fill up. These gas stations chains have earned a reputation for competitive prices, rewards programs, and saving…
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19 Historic Route 66 Restaurants Worth a Pit Stop
From Chicago to Santa Monica, these historic Route 66 restaurants have survived for decades and are still worth stopping for today.
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Route 66: A Look at the Historic Highway Then and Now
Discover Route 66’s evolution through its iconic stops, from historic settlements to today’s landmarks—perfect inspiration for future road trips.
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Photos That Capture the Spirit of the Great American Road Trip
Long before cheap flights and smartphone maps, Americans turned to cars for adventure and escape. This story revisists our colelctive love affair with the open road, from dusty early-20th century…
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The Best Small Towns to Visit Across America
From coast to coast, these charming small towns deliver beauty, culture, and unforgettable experiences without big-city prices.
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7 Wild and Unusual Fast-Food Scandals and Lawsuits
Fast-food restaurants are like the saloons of the Wild West. There are all kinds of memorable characters and tempting vices (aka delicious deals), but there’s also a sense of danger. Sometimes,…
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10 Foods You Should Never Eat on a Road Trip
As the holiday travel season descends upon us, please think twice about what you eat during your next road trip for the love of yourself and everyone else surrounding you.…
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This Is the Most Popular Gas Station in Your State
There are plenty of gas stations that can be found in every corner of the country, but it’s the regional spots that really tend to steal our hearts. Thanks to…
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Spectacular and Spooky Abandoned Roads Around the World
Roads have been a hallmark of civilization since antiquity, but even the best streets, avenues, highways, and boulevards eventually outlive their usefulness — and like all infrastructure, roads aren’t exactly…
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Photos That Will Instantly Transport You to Childhood Road Trips
From the excitement of piling into the family car to the thrill of playing the license plate game in the back seat, there’s something magical (and nostalgic) about revisiting childhood…
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9 Off the Beaten Path Travel Destinations in the U.S.
Fact: America is beautiful. Another fact: America is enormous. Yet another fact: Many places that are gorgeous are losing appeal because of the crowds of tourists, and yet, on the…
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Pooping, Loneliness, and 8 Other Terrible Aspects of Living in a Car, According to VanLifers
Just over 3 million people consider themselves VanLifers in the U.S. — that is, digital nomads who live and work in their cars. Although VanLifers glorify the lifestyle on social…
