Tip # 6
Get away from the highway. When it comes time to plan an overnight stop, do not be afraid to take a little extra time and get away from the highway. Not only will you see more of this great country, but your options of lodging and eating will vastly improve. My Sweetheart and I would prefer driving a bit out of the way to be able to take more time to enjoy a slightly longer stay. It is worth it to drive somewhere worth staying!
We love cabins where we have a kitchen and can grill out (see our Road trip through the Smokey Mountains). I also love staying in city hotels that have an array of restaurants nearby so I can find restaurants that cater to my needs. When I travel with my best girlfriends, I have been known to pop a simple tent. I love running to the local grocery to buy some fresh fish for the grill.
