road trip awards

On the Road in 2026

Wildsam's Road Trip Awards

Where to Stay in 2026

A new breed of lodging runs a little bit wild.

3 Outdoor Spots on Our Radar in 2026

These far-flung outdoor destinations are worth the effort it takes to reach them.

Food + Drink Trends 2026

The cities and towns hungry travelers should visit this year.

Boom Towns, Food Towns

The cities and towns hungry travelers should visit this year.

Wowed by Philly's Food Scene

The “Cradle of Liberty” is on the map as a worldly food town.

West Virginia A-frame Cabins Specially Made for Stargazing

Count the stars at this night sky-friendly state park.

The “Hotels” Bringing Us Back to Nature

A new breed of lodging runs a little bit wild.

New Museums Across the Land

Stand-out stops for culture and history that made our 2026 Road Trip Awards list.

Far-Flung Indie Bookstores On Our Radar

3 Road Trip Rides of Note for 2026

Stylish, comfortable, and packed with modern technology, these models make the perfect travel companions.

The Most Breathtaking Parklands of 2025

Public lands treasured by people near and far, with secretive granite-walled corridors. And bison!

Worth-the-Stop Restaurants: The Road-Trip Food Finds of 2025

Hyper-local spots with hometown love and crazy good food.

The Far-Out Festivals Worth The Badge in 2025

National talent, singular focus, a cool locale, deep lore, creative concepts and raging afterparties.

The Best Far-Flung Shops of 2025

Wise owners, hard-to-find goods and community heart.

The Most Memorable Museums of 2025

Art havens in tune with place that pack special insight and deep collections.