Here are some tips and tools for planning your pandemic road trip, vaccinated or not.
Scenery
Different routes result in very different road trip experiences.
A trip down the Pacific Coast will expose you to everything from lush forests to barren deserts.
Drive through magnificent redwood forests and hit the beautiful beaches in San Diego.
you could enjoy iconic U.S. sites on theOregon Trail.
Along the way, youll see Niagara Falls, the Field of Dreams, Yellowstone Park, and Mt.
Or you could choose a historic trip traversing across the famousRoute 66.
Make a list of the must-see destinations and plan your stops and stays accordingly.
Distance
Planning a cross-country road trip requires a lot more preparation than your average day-long drive.
If heading across the country seems like too much of a commitment, try down country travel.
For example, traveling from Vermont to Florida takes under 22 hours, or just under three days.
The siteTravel Mathhelps you calculate travel times based on your trip location and mode of transportation.
Plan bathroom breaks and stays
Once youve chosen the perfect route, be strategic about your stops.
Find areas where bathroom breaks and filling up the tank wont be a hassle.
The travel siteRoadnowhelps you find hotels along your route.
Stick to your budget
Decide if you will rent a car or use your own.
Use the siteGasBuddyorAAAto calculate the cost of gas along the route.
Think about whether you will be driving the whole way.
This option could come withextra fees, so verify you budget that in advance.
If you are planning each stop, this should be the easiest part of the budgeting process.
And dont forget to plan for the cost of any unforeseen expenses.
