The open road presents an infinity of opportunity. Travelling, whether aimlessly or with a destination, allows for an incomparable experience for any individual. With that, I present to you five reasons there is nothing like the open road.
1. You can stop to see any sight you like.
Even within the U.S., there are countless unique off road stops to captivate a travelling audience. There are historical towns, theme parks, landmarks and even weirder attractions like The Thing (pictured), which allow for discoveries and experiences unparalleled to those of your average town.
2. You experience the natural country in a completely different way.
Sure, flying to a destination is great, but driving lets you experience the true essence of the natural world. You can feel every mountain and valley and observe countless rivers, lakes and coastlines, leading to ample opportunity to admire the natural wonders of the world.
3. You can witness the incredible feats of the builders of the U.S.
Driving through the country, you can experience the feats of design conquered by hardworking individuals that allow you to travel as you do. Mountains have tunnels, large rivers have bridges and gorges somehow can be driven through only dirt to the remarkable man-made feats. Many individuals lost their lives building these roads, and you can experience the vastness of their sacrifice by travelling upon their work.
4. You can experience the differences between state.
In every state, there are differences in weather, in speed and in style. By travelling in different places, you can observe the quirks of each location. The signs change, the food differs and the people transform, or so it seems. There are different accents, styles and preferences, creating for a unique experience everywhere you go.
5. You can go ANYWHERE.
On the open road, there are no limits. You can travel across states, across countries, or even across continents! You can go anywhere. If you drive far enough, everywhere you go will be vastly different. There are countless unique experiences to.be found, and they cannot compare to the same old habits of home life.
With that, I encourage you to get out and go! There's nothing like a good road trip to sooth the soul and create a lifetime of memories. Grab some friends, some snacks and a solid playlist and take off into the sun and toward the horizon.
