Travel
How to Plan a Scenic Route Instead of the Fastest One
Sometimes the longer way is the better way.
Sometimes the longer way is the better way.
Scenic routes typically take meaningfully longer than the direct highway option, so build that difference explicitly into your schedule rather than hoping to make up time. Research a few specific stops along the scenic route in advance so the extra time has a clear purpose.
Fuel and food options can be sparser on scenic backroads than on major highways, so plan those stops ahead rather than assuming you'll find something along the way.