Insider Tips For Saving Money on the Great Summer Road Trip

Even on the most scenic trip, you can't spend all your time in the car. When you want to stop to stretch your legs and explore, Hoyt recommends finding fun yet free attractions to get a taste of the town without shelling out major funds.

"A few weeks before starting your trip, consult the weekly entertainment calendar of the daily or weekly newspaper in your destinations to find low- or no-cost events. Sharing a free concert or fireworks show with the family could be a vacation highlight. When you arrive, try local information centers, your hotel concierge, or local publications for any discount coupons or offers at local attractions. You may find excellent unadvertised deals."