National Geographic Traveler. Skip to this page's content Advertisement Current IssueAugust/September 2016 Subscribe » The Perfect Taipei Itinerary Dash to Taiwan for Three Days of Dragons and Dumplings More » Follow the Footsteps of Celebrated Artists These Photographers Recreate Famous Works of Art More » Latest Features The Dalai Lama's Guide to Happiness A well-traveled Dalai Lama takes us on a journey to joy. More From Our Contributors Robert Reid Follow Robert Reid, our Digital Nomad, as he checks out the country's most fascinating and curious landmarks.
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They come back with inspiring tales of small towns, endless vistas, and the joy of the open road. But a trip like that takes time, time that many of us simply don’t have. Those of us who can’t get away to drive the length of the US always feel a twinge of jealousy and longing to feel that freedom. But with a slight adjustment of your mindset, you can enjoy the endless possibilities of a traditional road trip in just a few days. Whether you live close by or will be flying to and from your starting and ending points, here are some ideas to get you started planning your own great American road trip that can be done in three to five days.
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