Road trip: two words that promise summer adventure and fun. Car problems: two words that will kill that excitement in a heartbeat. A breakdown on the highway will turn your long-awaited vacation into the mechanic's "pay-cation" and leave you with unpleasant memories. See more »

Nobody wants their trip ruined by having to fight-off an intestinal virus or to arrive home with the flu. Just follow these simple precautions and you can greatly reduce your risk of travel illness. See more »

Nothing saps the fun from a road trip like being pulled over by a cop. Besides simply obeying traffic laws, how can you avoid a ticket on your next trip? See more »

Rest areas are supposed to be safe havens for drivers who need some shut eye. But they're not nearly as secure you'd think. How can you play it safe at rest stops? See more »

Visiting a theme park is one of summer's most exciting activities for kids. There are daring adventures, exhilarating rides, and, of course, greasy park foods. But theme park outings harbor some dangers, too. See more »

Is it safe for parents to travel without their kids? There's a lot of planning and preparation involved in leaving the little ones at home, but just what do you need to do before you go? See more »

It's the sentence sure to fill even the most confident parent with fear: "Mom, Dad, I want to go with the other kids on spring break." How should you respond? See more »

Most travelers think their own auto insurance will cover rental car accidents, too. But do you honestly know the details of your coverage, how long your coverage will last or how well you're really protected? See more »

It is very important to take breaks when driving for a long time, since fatigue on the roads can be deadly. Rest areas are good places to stretch your legs and use the facilities. But they aren't always the safest places to be. See what you know about choosing a safe rest stop by taking this quiz. See more »

We all love our children, and we cherish the time we spend with them. The reality, however, is that certain kinds of vacations are better suited to just you and your significant other. Is there a way to prepare your children for the vacation you want to take without them? Is it safe? Take this quiz and discover whether it's safe for parents to travel with out their kids. See more »