The Great American AI Road Trip
You’ve got the itch. A long weekend. Maybe a beat-up cooler and a playlist that still thinks it’s 2010.
This summer, let’s plan something better—with AI.
Whether you're dreaming up a camping getaway, a solo drive across the Dakotas, or a National Parks family tour, AI can be your best copilot—minus the weird trail mix choices.
4 Ways to Let AI Plan Your Perfect Trip
1. Build a Personalized Itinerary
Prompt:
“Plan a 5-day road trip from [your location] with daily stops for hiking, budget-friendly camping, and one unique local food stop per day.”
Tools to try:
ChatGPT with Browsing for real-time park info and closures
Perplexity.ai to find weird museums, food trucks, or hiking spots
2. Create the Ultimate Playlist
Prompt:
“Create a playlist for a road trip through the Badlands. 80% classic rock, 10% Americana, 10% surprise tracks.”
Let AI match your mood—or your route.
3. Pack Smarter
Prompt:
“What should I pack for a 3-day car camping trip with kids under 10? Include comfort items that make it feel fun.”
You’ll get gear suggestions, snacks, and maybe a few sanity-savers.
4. Make It a Story
Planning a trip? Or starting a saga?
Prompt:
“Write the backstory of a traveler named Riley on a mission to find the best pie in the Midwest. Add a twist at each major stop.”
Let the road inspire the plot—or the plot inspire the road.
Prompt of the Week
“Plan a road trip for someone who hates planning but loves adventure.”
Try it. Let AI surprise you.
Your Summer Just Got Smarter
From dream trips to gear lists to vibe-check playlists, AI helps you make travel fun again, without the 42-tab research marathon.
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