Road Trips

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Road Trips

The American West was made for road trips. From the dramatic cliffs of Big Sur to the sweeping desert landscapes of Utah and Arizona, some of the most breathtaking scenery in the country is best experienced at your own pace, behind the wheel. Whether you’re planning a classic California coast drive, a Southwest national parks adventure, or a West Coast escape, our road trip guides will help you map out the perfect route.

Hiking the Rocky Mountains and the Southwest

Sick and tired of sheltering-in-place? Me too! I want to bust out of these four walls and take in the fresh air, not just for an hour or two, but…

Zoom Into New Memories on a West Coast Driving Vacation

Summer 1971. I am 12 years old. Dad packs us up on a cross-country adventure in our Rambler station wagon. My siblings and I are hypnotized by endless ribbons of…

Hearst Castle: Opulence Along the California Coast

Most people have an idea of their dream home – a swimming pool, a spacious kitchen, maybe vaulted ceilings. Or, if you are William Randolph Hearst, a 115-room mansion surrounded…

Road Trip: Cruising the California Coast

California cities have a lot to offer, but for the true California beach experience, hop in a car, roll down the windows – or better yet, roll back the top…