What I Do the Week Before a Long Road Trip

The week before a long road trip is when I handle the car, snacks, laundry, electronics, reservations, and all the little things that make departure day easier.

The week before a long road trip is when I handle the car, snacks, laundry, electronics, reservations, and all the little things that make departure day easier.

Fredericksburg is one of those Texas towns I keep going back to. Here are my favorite places to eat, shop, browse, and explore without trying to do everything.

Before Disney and Universal, my summer travel memories started with Eldridge Park, the Troy Fair, Darien Lake, and Hersheypark.

I used to think a good vacation meant fitting in as much as possible. Now I plan differently — with more room to rest, change plans, and actually enjoy where I am.

I almost always book hotels direct. Loyalty points, better odds of upgrades or discounts, and fewer headaches when something goes wrong are the biggest reasons why.