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Embark on the best road trips in the USA

When you're looking for the top road trip experiences in America, you won't have to look far no matter where you are. From metropolitan cityscapes to vibrant and picturesque countryside, there's no shortage of unforgettable destinations within driving distance.

Road trips for kids

Nothing makes a road trip a more memorable experience than bringing the whole family along, especially when you have kids. With everyone in the car together, it's the perfect time for some family bonding that will bring everyone closer as you embark on your ultimate road trip adventure. Every family is different, so you'll have to consider your family's particular needs to choose your ideal destination.

When you're traveling with kids, you'll want to make sure that your trip includes several stops. Unless kids are asleep, they're going to grow tired of the car ride a lot faster than you might as an adult. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of road trips around the country that have frequent stops where you can stretch your legs and keep the whole family entertained, whether you're stopping at an iconic restaurant or visiting one of those classic roadside attractions like the world's largest ball of twine. Of course, the endpoint of your trip is important as well. If you want to make the most of it and keep the whole family happy, you'll need a relaxing vacation rental at the end of it all, and you can find plenty of family-friendly rentals all over the country with comforting amenities and plenty of space for everyone to sleep comfortably.

Road trip games

No trip on the open road is complete without a few rounds of road trip games. Not only are these games fun and interesting, but they can help keep the driver alert and the passengers entertained. Whether you're traveling with friends or with family and have little ones along, you'll find no shortage of games to enjoy in the car.

When you're traveling with kids, you can always count on the classic road trip games to keep your passengers occupied. I spy is a common favorite as long as you only choose items that are going to be in sight for a while like mountains, cows, or a big truck you may be tailing. Alternatively, you can try the license plate game, with bonus points for Hawaii and Alaska depending on where you're located. If you're traveling with adults, your games can focus more on pop culture references, especially when you play something like categories. You may even want to play a game of truth or dare, with all the dares being something you can safely do in the car, of course.

Road trip ideas

Embarking on the ultimate adventure requires a lot of planning even if you've already decided on one of the best destinations for American road trips. You'll need to decide whether you're planning on going straight to your destination or you want to make some stops along the way. Spending a bit of time at secondary destinations can make your adventure feel more varied, but if you want to keep your focus on the final destination, that can still leave plenty of time in the car to bond and play games with your family and friends.

If you're taking a road trip with a baby, there are a few extra factors and tips to keep in mind before you head out. Babies definitely won't have the same patience as older kids, and certainly not as much as you, so expect to stop about every hour or 2. With that in mind, it's generally best to plan relatively short road trips that don't take you too far in a day. It can also be helpful to take advantage of your baby's normal sleeping schedule by planning your driving times to coincide with their naps.