road trips

Whether you're on the road or packing something for a picnic or a hike, these seven sandwiches are ready to withstand the weather, challenges, and other wear and tear that may occur during travel. Gone are the days of soggy sandwiches! Click through for seven sandwiches that travel well.

If your road trip copilot is your pet, it's important that he's comfortable and secure for the long haul. While you can hit the McDonald's drive-through, he's going to be more difficult to please (though no dog I know has ever turned down a french fry). We've rounded up our top picks to keep him happy, safe, and motion sickness-free when you hit the blacktop for your long weekend adventure.

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When faced with rising airline ticket prices, hitting the road often seems like a more budget-friendly option. But refueling your car (and yourself), paying for lodging, and dealing with inconvenient roadside repairs can quickly burst your savings bubble and make you want to catch the next flight out of town. If your Labor Day driving plans are already set in stone, we've tracked down a few free apps that can help you keep those costs manageable, all at the touch of a button.

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The experience of going on a road trip is often just as exciting as the final destination. Lucky for us, the long holiday weekend ahead invites the opportunity to hit the road and head someplace fun. Before you put your car into drive, check out my money saving tips for your road trip.

There's nothing like a last-minute road trip to celebrate the end of Summer. Of course, Labor Day will be a lot less laborious if you can find some cheap gas. While you might save major bucks this weekend driving instead of flying, gas prices aren't exactly a bargain. If changing your ride to a fuel-efficient electric-hybrid car isn't an option, then check out these websites, apps, and tips to help you save at the pump.

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Labor Day weekend is coming up, and the AAA estimated that there will be a total of 33 million travelers this year; that's a 2.9 percent increase from 2011. More travelers on the road could mean a longer car ride, so if you're going to embark on a lengthy road trip, then remember to bring these items with you.

Ralph Waldo Emerson would likely be horrified by our appropriation of the phrase, but we'd argue that his oft-cited saying "life is a journey, not a destination" is tailor-made to describe the key difference between a road trip, and a mind-bogglingly long drive. While you'll get to your destination regardless of outlook, why not enjoy the ride? In this spirit, we asked around Sugar HQ, and rounded up our editors' recommendations for road-trip snacks to transform your next grueling drive from dull to delicious.

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Packing sandwiches for the open road can be messy business — by the time lunch rolls around, the sandwich bread can be squishy and saturated with tomato juice. Once you start eating the sandwich, more of it can end up in your lap than in your mouth. Let's toss those subpar roadie sandwiches aside and start making perfect travel sandwiches instead. All you need are a baguette, your favorite condiment, an avocado, deli meat, cheese, and a large lettuce leaf. Learn the magic behind the one-handed, spill-free sandwich that's easy to eat while you're on the open road.