Tips: How to plan a road-trip across countries

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Decide how much time you want to devote to your cross-country road trip.

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Choosing "must see" attractions will serve as the foundation for your entire trip.

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Place those points on a map and plan your route.

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secure some reservations in advance.

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Plan your packing list ahead of time to save yourself stress closer to departure.

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Check that your vehicle has been serviced and is ready to travel thousands of miles.

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There's only one thing left to do now that you've read these road trip tips.

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