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What are the best road trip destinations in America?

My friend from Australia is visiting me in California for three months. I’m between jobs, so rather than just go around California, we’ve decided to go on a road trip across the entire country. What are some of the best road trip destinations in America?

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Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Trying to choose the best road trip destinations in America is a lot like choosing your favorite candy: everyone has different ideas and tastes! Here are some options that can give your Aussie friend a taste of America while also seeing some of its most famous destinations:
  • Pacific Coast Highway (PCH): This is in your own backyard, so it might be a great place to start. The views are epic, the people are amazing, and taking it slow is the best way to do it.
  • Route 66: Once you finish the PCH, Route 66 is the quintessential American road trip. From Los Angeles to Chicago, you’ll see tons of Americana, weird roadside attractions, quirky old motels, and tons of landmarks and cities.
  • Blue Ridge Parkway: Stretching through the Great Smoky Mountains and Shenandoah National Forest, this stretch of road provides amazing views of the Appalachians, courtesy of winding roads that make your drive even more fun.
  • Overseas Highway: Connecting Key Largo to Key West, the Overseas Highway is unlike any other road on the planet. Soak in the interesting flora and fauna, take a dip in sapphire-blue waters, or just get weird in Key West. You’ll be glad you did.
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