Road Trips
11 Trips in Europe Everyone Should Add to Their Bucket List
We asked our editors to name the European trips that are on their ultimate wish list.
By Abigail Malbon and Connor Sturges
7 Underrated Wine Regions to Visit in South America
For tasting interesting new wines with dramatic mountain ranges, sand dunes, and Inca trails as your backdrop.
By Sorrel Moseley-Williams
How to Avoid Traffic and Crowds While Traveling This Memorial Day Weekend
These are the best and worst times to travel over Memorial Day Weekend, whether by plane, train, or car.
By Jessica Puckett
How a Community of Biker Chicks Helped Me Get Back in the Driver’s Seat
The stereotype of a biker is one that many women I’ve met can get behind. A biker chick is strong, brave, and defies convention.
By Sophie Morgan
71 Beautiful Streets Around the World, From Kyoto to San Francisco
Take a stroll down these spectacular streets, avenues, and boulevards worth traveling to see.
By Nick Mafi, Jessica Cherner, Katherine McLaughlin, and Elizabeth Stamp
How to Plan a Road Trip From Start to Finish
Know how to find the best roadside restaurants, affordable gas, and fascinating points of interest along the way.
By Ashlea Halpern
The 28 Best Things to Do in Iceland, From Puffin Spotting to Bread Baking
Relaxing in a hot spring river, snorkeling between tectonic plates, and exploring lava tube caves—there’s enough to do in Iceland to fuel a lifetime of vacations.
By Erika Owen
On a Road Trip Through Oman, Navigating Grief and Parenthood
Following the death of her father, Ashlea Halpern brings her toddler son to the Middle East, determined to instill in him her most treasured life skill - a love of travel
By Ashlea Halpern
17 Great American Road Trip Ideas, from Mountain Roads to Coastal Treks
A comprehensive guide to the best road trips in the US, including the places to stop, where to stay, and what you’ll see along each route.
By Jessica Chapel and Mark Ellwood
On a Road Trip Through the American West, Hilary Swank Found Sublime Stillness
For the ‘Million Dollar Baby’ star, the highways and byways of the United States offer a sense of peace she tries to take home.
By Charlie Hobbs and Matt Ortile
The Best Road Trip Snacks, According to Our Editors
From tangy Fritos to all-natural beef jerky, here's what to bring so nobody goes hungry on the road.
By Charlie Hobbs
A 5-Day Road Trip Connecting Scotland’s Tidal Pools
Hop between rugged coastal towns, natural swimming holes, and cozy seafood shacks.
By Freya Bromley
AAA Predicts the Highest Number of Air Travelers for Thanksgiving Weekend Since 2005
Expect crowded airports and congested roads as millions head out for the holiday week.
By Rachel Chang
21 Drive-Through Christmas Lights Displays That Are Worth a Road Trip
Take in the holiday cheer from the comfort of your own car.
By Anna Borges
Uncovering the Roots of Modern Finnish Design—Beyond Helsinki
A road trip through Finland’s bucolic countryside helps one writer forge a deeper understanding of the country's design movement.
By Arati Menon
A Family Road Trip Through the Wild Andes to Bolivia’s Salt Flats
For travelers who have the time to explore Bolivia by road, the Andean landscapes are worth it.
By Marianne Perez-Fransius
Road Tripping Through Virginia to Understand America's Complex Past
On a drive from Washington D.C to Richmond, poet and scholar Elizabeth Alexander listens to the stories that have shaped the country.
By Elizabeth Alexander
This Will Be the Busiest Fourth of July Travel Weekend Yet, According to AAA
Pack your patience—some 50.7 million Americans are due to hit the road this weekend.
By Rachel Chang
The Best Podcasts to Fill Road Trips and Long Flights
With so many podcasts out there, it can be hard to choose which to download ahead of a long trip—here are our top picks.
By Ashlea Halpern and CNT Editors
A Modern Wine Region Emerges Amid Turkey’s Ancient Ruins
Hop between coastal villages and organic vineyards—and unwind in thermal baths that date back to 2,000 B.C.
By Shana Clarke