Road Trip Fanatics Share their Secrets: How to Plan the Journey of a Lifetime
What would possess a young married couple to take a 17-day, 4,393-mile road trip....with a 15-month-old baby?
We couldn't resist the lure of the open road. And neither can you. That's why you're reading this page.
Now, you've probably surfed the web for ideas on what to see, where to stay, and what to do. Problem is, most websites only give you pieces of the puzzle. A scenic vista here. A money-saving tip there.
Which leaves you staring at a map and wondering how to put it all together.
That's why we started Road-Trip-Ready.com. We want to walk you through all the steps you need to be really ready to hit the road. And we want to help you avoid common mistakes that can turn an exciting journey into just another long drive.
Now, wait a minute!
How can a road trip be fun and spontaneous if you plan it all out in advance?
It's simple. You make a plan so you don't have to worry. And then once you're out on the open road, you change your plan whenever the mood hits you. Drive off the main highway. Take an extra long stop. Or spend the night somewhere unexpected.
That's how we took the journey of a lifetime. (And for the record, we had only two Unscheduled Baby Stops in two weeks!)
So, enjoy planning your travels, and we'll see you out on the open road.
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