I visited 4 famous national parks in one trip. It was stunning and affordable, but I wish I'd done a few things differently.

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Noah Sheidlower at Mount Rainier
I went on a road trip to four national parks in six days.

Daniel Lu

My husband and I went on our first road trip after only dating for 2 months. We're making sure our 3 kids love them, too.

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A family car packed with suitcases shown on a empty, tree-lined road.
The author said she and her husband (not shown) have always enjoyed road trips. Now they're making sure their three kids take plenty of them.

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A family that roadtrips 4,000 miles a year shares the best hidden-gem destinations in the US

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Two images: Left: A lake surrounded by homes and fall trees reflected in the water. Right: A parent takes a selfie with a family of four inside a red kayak in a lake with evergreen trees and a rocky waterfall in the background.
Rob Taylor and his family of four take road trips to under-the-radar cities and national parks in the US.

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I've traveled all over the US and driven most of Route 66. These quirky towns and cities are worth the stop.

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The writer posing against a car on Route 66.
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Lauren Durie

Must-visit road trip food stops in every state

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Royals Hot Chicken.

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I saw 11 national parks in one 30-day trip. Using a few smart strategies and helpful apps, it only cost me $1,500.

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Woman in backpack walking through Canyonlands national park
I took a 30-day vacation to America's national parks and spent only $ 1,500. A few key strategies and tips helped me do it, but there's one thing I'd do differently

Emily Pennington

My partner and I went on a 12-month road trip after a year of dating. It was the best thing we could've done.

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The writer posing in front of a motel, wearing sunglasses.
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Sara Sturek

We skipped our annual Christmas celebrations with extended family and went on vacation instead — just the 4 of us

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Author Margie Pumpa and husband smiling with colorful cups in caravan
I'm fortunate to come from a close family that values large Christmas gatherings; however, our travel plans meant last year's festivities looked a little different.

Margie Pumpa

Every year, I drive across the country to live with my mother-in-law for a few months. It's become my favorite tradition.

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Author Mar Yvette smiling with mother in law
Being able to spend a few months with my mother-in-law every year has been a gift, especially since she lives quite far away from me and my husband.

Mar Yvette

We drove cross-country, and these were the 16 coolest places we stopped along the way, plus 3 spots we'd skip next time

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A man, woman, and a dog in a car.
We drove a total of 6,036 miles cross-country from New York to my hometown of San Diego and back during the pandemic

Michelle Gross

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