Episode 79 – Planning Your Perfect UK Road Trip: Expert Tips and Itinerary Ideas
In episode 79 of the UK Travel Planning Podcast we discuss 12 tips for planning a UK road trip.
We chat about Tripiamo- a resource for North American drivers planning to drive in the UK. We stress the importance of booking car hire in advance, choosing the right size of car, and considering hidden costs like toll roads and roadworks. We also emphasise the need to request an automatic transmission if necessary.
Also hear our own experiences with recent road trips in Cornwall and Scotland and the road trip itineraries available on this website!
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Episode 79 – Show Notes
Planning Your Perfect UK Road Trip: Expert Tips and Itinerary Ideas
Topics covered in this episode include:
- Tripiamo is recommended for North American drivers to prepare for driving in the UK.
- Check out the UK travel planning website for road trip itinerary suggestions and podcast episodes about road trips.
- Book car hire in advance and avoid picking up or dropping off on Sundays.
- Rent the right size of car for your needs, considering fuel costs and parking space availability.
- Make sure to have all necessary paperwork, including your driver’s license, when picking up your car.
- Automatic transmission cars are less available, so specify if you need one.
- Pace yourself when planning your itinerary due to congestion and potential delays.
- Consider hidden costs such as toll roads and roadworks during your route planning.
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- Episode #155 -15 Essential UK Road Trip Tips [+ Mistakes to Avoid]
- Episode #112 – Driving the UK Like a Local: Expert Tips from Tripiamo’s John Cortese
