Road trips remain popular because they’re cheaper than flying and offer the freedom to explore beyond the beaten path.

Back in the olden days of B.C. (Before Children), my wife Colleen and I would often jump in the car and take off for the weekend, plans and planning be damned. These days, though, spontaneity has a ...

Diana Crandall is a deputy editor of automation at Forbes Marketplace. With a master's degree in journalism from the University of Southern California and a background in marketing, she combines ...