Packing for a trip is never just about clothes and chargers. Food matters. And unless you want to rely on a $13 box of dry crackers at the airport or roll the dice with whatever’s been under the heat ...

Packing for a road trip isn’t one-size-fits-all; what you need depends on where you’re headed. From the sun-soaked beaches of the South to the mountain trails of the West, each region brings its own ...

Whether it’s a group of friends, a couple, or a family, when you hear the words “road trip,” feelings of excitement and anticipation usually emerge. While some people might dread spending hours in a ...

I'm a freelance writer with a focus on parenting and lifestyle. Road trips are a rite of passage for many families. Whether long or short, the car’s trunk has plenty of room to stash lots of stuff ...

Americans are opting for road trips over air travel this summer, according to recent studies. After 300 hours of US road trips, I know exactly what to pack to make your drive easier. Wear your ...

There are a few things to consider when planning a road trip, such as figuring out the route, finding places to stay and bookmarking interesting places to visit along the way. Next, it's time to ...

One unexpected benefit of offline maps is battery life. Instead of letting my phone waste power searching for a weak signal, ...

I’m a budget traveler. If I have to choose between a cheaper plane ticket and a carry-on suitcase, I’m taking the discount and packing just what airlines call a personal item (usually a backpack or a ...

Every Indian road trip comes with its own kind of chaos. Cars are often crammed with bags that no one really needs, someone is always shouting about a missing charger, and valuable minutes are lost ...

Kimanzi Constable is a CNET Perspectives contributor who writes about energy, personal finance, broadband and entrepreneurship. He is the author of four books and a freelance writer whose articles ...