Top 8 Reasons For a USA Road Trip

Published On March 5, 2015 | By Staff Writer | Travel Planning, USA

Avoiding Airports

Have you ever had to check-in and wait 2 hours before you drive your car? Has your car ever been delayed? On a road trip you get to use valuable time that would otherwise be wasted in airports, and you avoid those invasive security checks!

Compared to an aeroplane your car will have more leg room, less arguments over armrest space and no crying babies – all round a more relaxing experience!

Creating a Road Trip Playlist

Every great film has a soundtrack, so it’s only right your road trip has a great selection of songs to accompany it as well. With access to all the songs you could dream of via your phone creating a playlist for your road trip has never been easier. A wide range of genres goes down well, so don’t be afraid to include those classics and guilty pleasures!

You Always Get a Window Seat

The best part about flying is the view, so being stuck in the aisle seat of a flight is a one-way ticket to a boring flight. On a road trip every seat is a window seat. However, if you’re popular and have a car full of friends get ready for arguments about who gets the middle seat!

Who needs in-flight movies? On a road trip you will always be able to wind down the window, enjoy the fresh air and see the beauty of America.

The Freedom

When was the last time you were on a plane and the pilot stopped off to see something interesting? On a road trip, with no fixed route, you choose where to go.

It’s impossible to read about every scenic view, restaurant and landmark along your route. Sometimes it’s best to throw away the guide and go find these amazing places for yourself. If you’re feeling really adventurous turn off the GPS!

The Journey is the Adventure

In our day-to-day life most of us focus on getting to a place as quickly as possible. This means we forget to enjoy the experiences along the way, but on a road trip the journey is where the real adventure happens.

Road trips aren’t for everyone one. You’re sure to encounter some obstacles along the way, but this is what makes road trips one of the most exciting ways to travel. Plus you’ll have some great stories to tell after!

Experience Route 66

All roads are made for driving, but route 66 is different. You don’t drive on route 66; you experience it. A road trip down this iconic route is the best way to find out what makes it so famous. The people, the food and the towns you’ll drive through will all make sure you have one of the best road trips of your life!

Drive-in Movie Theatres

After a long day of driving you may think I’m crazy for suggesting you spend more time in your car! This iconic American pastime is not as popular as it used to be, but it’s still great fun! And, it’s a great way to make you feel like you’re in one of the classic American movies you grew up watching.

It’s the United States of America!

America is such a large and diverse country it truly has something for everyone. Nature lovers can spend hours exploring The Grand Canyon, Yellowstone National Park and Niagara Falls. City lovers can spend hours navigating the likes of New York, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Not to mention all the less-touristy places that are waiting to be found!

There is no better way to experience the United States of America than on a road trip. Rent a car, pick a route and create your own adventure!