National Geographic's Drives of a Lifetime

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Pack your suitcase, load up the car, and hit the open road! In the tradition of National Geographic Traveler's award-winning features, this lavishly illustrated travel planner showcases 400 amazing driving routes across the globe. It provides detailed descriptions of sights along each drive, clear maps, optimal travel times, and insider tips to enhance your journey. Abundant sidebars highlight standout attractions and cultural insights, making it both a practical guide and a stunning gift book. With over 200 dazzling photos and evocative text, it captivates armchair travelers and adventurers alike. Sample routes include the ancient ruins near Angkor Wat in Cambodia, the Natchez Trace Parkway in Mississippi, the scenic coastal drive from Dublin to Wexford, an off-road dune adventure in Dubai, and the breathtaking views along Nova Scotia's Cabot Trail. The book features thematic chapters like Ultimate Road Trips, Over Hill and Mountains, By Sea and Shore, The Road Less Traveled, and Historic Trails. It also includes fun Top Ten lists, such as skyscraping drives and Mediterranean island roads. Whether you embark on these storied routes or explore them through the pages, countless wonders await your discovery.