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At Reader’s Digest, we know you have so many places to go and even more people to see. No matter where you’re heading, we’ve got all you need to know, bring, and plan for before you leave on your next worldwind vacation.

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Your Guide to an Oregon Trail Road Trip

Grab your camera. You'll be passing through some of the most scenic places in the country on this incredible coast-to-coast Oregon Trail road trip.

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3 Texas Road Trips You Should Try to Take at Least Once

There's a lot to see in the Lone Star State, so pack up your car and make a beeline for...


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Your Guide to a Tail of the Dragon Road Trip

Test your driving skills on this serpentine stretch of Southern highway that boasts a whopping 318 curves in just 11...


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Your Guide to a Great Northern Road Trip

Explore dazzling cities, charming small towns, National Parks, historic sites, and some of the best views in the country on...


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Your Guide to a Million Dollar Highway Road Trip

Take in stunning views and a trip through mining history on one of Colorado's most thrilling and dangerous roads.

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Your Guide to a Kancamagus Highway Road Trip

One of the prettiest highway drives in all of New England, New Hampshire's Kancamagus Highway is ideal for road trips...


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How to Calculate Gas Costs for Your Next Road Trip

Road trips can be expensive, but they don't have to be. Find out how much gas you'll use on your...


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How to Budget for a Road Trip

Road trips don't have to be expensive if you follow these budgeting tips and tools.


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How to Find Budget Accommodations on a Road Trip

You don't need to break the bank to have a comfortable, restful, and COVID-safe stay during your great American road...


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30 Car Gadgets That Make Driving Safer

Staying safe on the road isn’t just about your driving skills. These genius inventions can help you avoid accidents and...


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10 Things to Know About a National Park Pass

America the beautiful can also be America the affordable with a National Park Pass—the secret to scenic savings.


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Renting a Car for a Road Trip: Everything You Need to Know

From knowing how much it costs to rent a car for a road trip to finally understanding if you should...


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Where to Park Your RV for Free on a Road Trip

On a tight budget? Find out how to score free overnight parking anywhere in the country and save a bundle...

How to Camp for Free in the United States

On a tight budget? You'll definitely want to learn the ins and outs of free camping—including where to find the...


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Your Guide to a Utah Road Trip

Discover unimaginable, other-worldly scenery on a road trip through this state with five National Parks.


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12 Clever Waze Features You’re Probably Not Using

You can do a whole lot more than get from point A to point B once you know these tips...


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The Prettiest Lake in Every State

Searching for the perfect socially distanced trip—or just some daydreaming fodder? Embrace the majesty of the United States with a...


Can You Guess the Country from Its Famous Landmark?

Test your smarts with this landmarks quiz.

The Best Bike Trail in Every State

Time to put your two-wheeler to good use on these scenic, fun bike paths—one in each state.


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12 Disney Food Secrets You Didn’t Know Until Now

Knowing this insider information can make your Disney trip a lot easier—and more delicious.


12 Easy Fall Day Trips From Major U.S. Cities

You don’t have to go far to get away from it all.


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What Happens to Old Cruise Ships?

Like every other work of machinery in the world, cruise ships can't run forever.