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dramatic Fire Wave sandstone formation with woman standing in distance at Valley of Fire State Park in Moapa Valley, Nevada Layers of sandstone create the dramatic Fire Wave at Valley of Fire State Park.

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Hill Tops Motel neon sign at dusk in Kingman, Arizona, on Route 66.

At 100, it’s still a weird and wild ride.

The Belton Chalet near Glacier National Park in Wyoming.

And the Guests Who Never Checked Out.

A fairy-tale building in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Walk around this tiny coastal town to see storybook architecture brought to life.

Liberty Lake surrounded by trees in fall colors at Liberty Park in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Step into nature and let the kids explore at one of these great urban parks around the West.

a woman searing shorts and a backpack stands on top of a mountain looking out at the ocean in the sun

Discover the magic of Oz through star-filled skies, kaleidoscopic sea life, and fascinating Aboriginal culture.

A child plays in Kendrick Park’s cool creek in Sheridan, Wyoming.

This low-key cow town delivers mountain trails, rodeo thrills, and genuine Western charm.

A family laughs and plays as they remove their luggage from the back of their white SUV.

200,000 miles is no longer the end of the road.

A dad and his teen son shop for a car.

Here’s how to find a car everyone will agree on.

a flooded road in a mountain area with warning signs posted

Stay safe this monsoon season with our tips for identifying and avoiding the risks.

A person replaces their car engine air filter.

We answer reader questions about when and how to replace or clean this critical component.

Humboldt Redwoods State Park Avenue of the Giants road

Find forgotten forests and friendly restaurants in California’s Humboldt County.

Horseshoe Lake Trail overlooking the mountain, Denali, Alaska.

From gargantuan cabbage to reindeer yoga, this road trip serves up Alaska’s wildest—and most unexpected—summer delights.

Yosemite Valley on a clear day at sunrise or sunset.

It’s nearly time to book your summer camping trip at these beloved spots.

A hike in Bryce Canyon

These parks in the West deliver dramatic vistas, easy hikes, and scenic drives without a big time commitment.

A passenger passes through a biometric screening gate before boarding a plane.

Here’s what you need to know about biometric screening expanding at airports around the world.

Family eating and chatting around a large outdoor table

AAA Travel Advisor Marina Axline offers tips for planning a memorable reunion trip.

A musician on stage at Stern Grove Music Festival in San Francisco, California.

From San Francisco to Butte, Montana, these fests offer warm nights and cool tunes—and you don’t have to spend a dime.

A waterfall with white and purple flowers at Red Butte Garden and Arboretum in Salt Lake City, Utah.

These 6 spots will reconnect you with your ecosystem’s native plants.

Grant Street Pier juts out over the Columbia River in Vancouver, Washington

Enjoy historic charm and an updated waterfront in Portland’s neighbor across the river.

A small, historic steam train on the rails at Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad in California.

Take a ride into the past with these railway attractions.

Shoppers walk between booths at the Clark Fork River Market in Missoula, Montana.

Where to buy farm-fresh produce and so much more.

a black plate with hash browns topped with eggs and a creamy sauce on a wooden table

Fuel up and dig in at these unique and surprising rest-stop restaurants.

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Hikers take in the views from McHugh Creek Bridge near Alaska's Turnagain Arm.

These brief getaways from metro areas deliver big adventure, like hiking near Alaska’s Turnagain Arm.

A driver walks toward their car with the hood up with jumper cables.

Learn routine maintenance tasks and simple driver tricks (parking in the shade) that help preserve your battery.

A TSA employee feeds bags through an x-ray machine as travelers go through metal detectors in the airport.

Determine what’s best for you based on where you travel, how often you fly, and your personal needs.

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