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4 US Road Trips to Take Before You Die

Road trips are a favorite summer pastime and there are endless drives to take in the US. But there are a few that are truly iconic, passing stunning scenes and charming towns. Here are the 4 you just can't miss.

Posted by Jimmy Im on July 31, 2013 at 1:56:22 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Car Travel, United States, California, Arizona, Virginia, Hawaii
5 Best West Coast Road Trips

We love the West Coast in the summertime—it's balmy and breezy from Mexico to Alaska. So whether you've got a week off or just need a weekend away, we've assembled a hit list of coastal road trips.

Posted by Trish Friesen on July 18, 2013 at 11:38:11 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Car Travel, California, Alaska, Mexico, Portland, San Diego, San Francisco, Joshua Tree National Park
Dagmara Dominczyk's Perfect Polish Road Trip

Author and actress Dagmara Dominczyk takes her family to her native Poland on the regular, so when it came time to plan a summertime road trip, she knew just where to turn. Herewith, her idyllic Polish country road trip. (And a plea for the rest of us to follow suit.)

Posted by Dagmara Dominczyk on July 02, 2013 at 2:41:31 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Family Tagged: Poland,
Ultimate Europe Road Trip: France, Italy, Switzerland

Starting in the sun-splashed coast of the French Riviera, a road trip is one of the most stunning and thrilling ways to discover three spectacular destinations in one go. Here's your itinerary.

Posted by Adam Hodge on June 14, 2013 at 4:35:19 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Europe, France, Italy
Perfect Summer Road Trip: Cape Breton, Nova Scotia

Cape Breton is a lush, emerald jewel on Canada's eastern coastline. With Scottish heritage, stunning rocky shores, and deep green valleys, it makes a dramatic backdrop for a summer road trip.

Posted by Adam Hodge on June 06, 2013 at 11:34:03 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Nova Scotia, Summer
What to Pack: Summer Road Trip Edition

Packing up the car and hitting the road is one of life's great pleasures—and summer is prime road trip time. Toss these stylish picks in the trunk and you'll look chic no matter where the road leads.

Posted by Bee Shapiro on June 05, 2013 at 1:50:57 PM EDT in Style Tagged: Style, What to Pack
Airstream 2 Go Launches in the US

Prepare yourself for a truly iconic American road trip. A new LA-based company is renting fully-equipped silver Airstream trailers complete with SUVs for expert hauling.

Posted by Nicole Campoy on May 31, 2013 at 8:55:56 AM EDT in News Tagged: Car Travel
4 Great Canadian Road Trips

Summer is the best time to explore Canada's expanses by car—the snow is gone, wildflowers are in bloom, and what's a summer road trip without fresh seafood? Here are four ways to go.

Posted by Trish Friesen on May 28, 2013 at 11:35:43 AM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Canada, Vancouver, Montreal, Nova Scotia, Summer
5 Tips for the Perfect Summer Road Trip

Summertime is practically synonymous with road trips. But before you toss everyone (and everything) in the car, read up on these expert tips.

Posted by Erin Gifford on May 23, 2013 at 1:56:45 PM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Car Travel, Summer
Fodor's Launches Weekend Getaways for 2013

Memorial Day is the unofficial start of what we like to call "weekend getaway season." So we've upgraded our popular Weekend Getaways tool to help you find the perfect destination just a quick road trip away.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on May 21, 2013 at 3:04:46 PM EDT in New at Fodor's Tagged: Weekend Trips