5 Ways to Save on Your Road Trip This Summer
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- 17 Apr 2023
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Travel may be fully back (and then some) heading into summer 2023, but that comes at a cost: Flight prices are roaring, too. Anyone searching for a trip lately has likely balked at how expensive many flights have gotten, leading some to rethink their summer travel plans and hit the road instead.
After skyrocketing this time last year, gas prices are reasonable. A crazy rental car shortage that led to exorbitant rates a few years back is under control, too. The weather is looking good, and you can pack as much as you want without paying a baggage fee. There's nothing stopping you from pulling off a road trip.
Whether you're skipping the airports this summer or simply set on exploring the country by road, read on for how you can save if you're planning a road trip this summer.
Start with a Plan
First things first: You need an itinerary.
Whether you're staying close to home or heading cross-country, it's a good idea to plot your route in advance so you can prioritize what you want to see, scout out lodging in advance, and determine how much time to budget for the drive.
That's where Google My Maps comes in handy. It's one of our favorite tools for planning and organizing trips. Think of it like a visual itinerary: Add your must-see destinations on a Google My Maps map for your next trip, categorize and organize each activity with colors and icons, and then use the map you made in your Google Maps app while traveling.
Here's an example of a Google My Maps for a weeklong road trip in Iceland, including the driving times and campsites to stay at each day. Read More…
