What are the top travel tips from Natasha Nicholes's epic road trip with Toyota?

Hi there!

Pulling from that North Dakota trip in the Toyota Avalon, here are the big takeaways I lean on:

• Comfortable, fuel‑efficient car: The Avalon was “smooth and frugal,” which mattered on long stretches between gas stations and made the drive more relaxing and budget friendly.
• Conversation starter car: The color and model drew questions at gas stations, which actually led to fun chats with locals along the way.
• Build the drive around an anchor destination: In this case it was Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and the road trip became part of the adventure, not just a way to get there.
• Share the journey: I like documenting trips so others can follow along and get ideas for their own drives.

Are you planning a similar road trip and wondering what to prioritize first?