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Best States for Summer Road Trips - The Woodlands

Best States for Summer Road Trips - The Woodlands

Published: Jul 15, 2014, 3:00pm

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Summer is the time to hit the open road - literally. Families all across America are making pilgrimages to top US tourist destinations by car, van or RV.

�There is just something great about the thrill of the open road and the scenic sights and spontaneous stops,� said Brett Grabner, chief operating officer of Leisure Getaways Incorporated in Spring. With airfare prices typically spiking in the summer, a road trip can be a perfect travel option.

The US Travel Association reported that in 2012, nearly eight in 10, or 79 percent, of leisure trips were by car. Even though gas prices are on the rise due to the current Iraqi conflict, frugal families can still take an affordable road trip. According to WalletHub, a personal finance web site, the top five states for road trips are Idaho, Minnesota, Oregon, Utah and Washington. The group ranked all 50 states based on several variables including gasoline prices, national parks, attractions, weather and accommodations.

If these states aren�t on your list of places to visit or within your budget, Grabner suggests taking a weekend road trip. �The Houston metro area is a just a few hours away from some great destinations including Corpus Christi, South Padre Island and Galveston beaches as well as Austin,� said Grabner.

No matter where you are heading, here are some things to consider before getting behind the wheel: budget carefully, search the best deals on lodging before you hit the road and choose your destination according to your budget. �Right now, there are so many helpful websites, including leisuregetaways.com, which make it easy for travelers to find the best values for accommodations and other important items such as cheapest gas prices, scenic routes and average weather conditions,� said Grabner.

Since you won�t be able to take a road trip without your vehicle, Grabner recommends servicing your car before leaving. The Automobile Club of America estimates that it will come to the rescue of 7.9 million stranded motorists between Memorial Day and Labor Day, so equip your vehicle for emergencies by storing jumper cables, flares, emergency cones and a first aid kit.

To learn more about these top US road trip destinations or another spectacular vacation experience at any time and on any budget, contact Grabner at Leisure Getaways Incorporated at (832) 797-5065 or visit LeisureGetaways.com.






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