Our New Road Trip Planning Resource is Live 🚗


Hey there, Reader!

Over the past 20 years of planning family vacations—especially the kind that involve teenagers, coolers full of snacks, and playlists on shuffle—I’ve learned that road trips offer something special. The freedom to explore, time to connect, and the chance to actually enjoy the journey.

That’s why I created something new:
USA Road Tripping —a resource built for families (like mine and maybe yours!) who want to hit the road without hitting a wall trying to plan it all.

Here’s what you’ll find:

  • Ready-to-go itineraries across all 50 states - Coming soon!
  • Road-tested tips for packing, budgeting, and keeping everyone happy
  • Free planning resources to make trip prep easier than ever

If you’ve ever wished someone would just hand you the plan (with a side of expert advice and real-life mom-tested recs), this is it.

Because let’s face it—our time with teens is short, and the open road is calling.

Travel on!

Tonya

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USA Road Tripping

Whether you’re new to road tripping, or an experienced traveler, USA Road Tripping provides advice and road trip itineraries to make the most of your time on the road.

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Tonya Denmark

I provide travel recommendations for families with teens, as well as travel planning advice to get the most out of your vacation.

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