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SpicySwan

are cheap motels really that dirty in the us?

We’re planning a road trip down the Gulf Coast, and I’ve been scouring the internet for affordable motels—think Motel 6, Days Inn, Red Roof Inn. But every time I check the reviews, it’s like a horror show: people complaining about unchanged sheets, hair in the shower, sticky floors, even cockroaches. I’m not picky—I’ve stayed in plenty of budget places before, but the idea of finding someone else’s hair on my pillow or waking up to a bug crawling across the nightstand is just… ugh. I get that online reviews can sometimes blow things out of proportion, but is it really that bad? Or is it just a few unlucky folks making a fuss? I don’t want to spend half my trip worrying about what I might find under the covers. Anyone else ever feel like you’re rolling the dice every time you book a cheap motel in the States? I can’t help but wonder if I’m being too cautious, or if these reviews are actually spot on. It’s hard to know what’s just internet drama and what’s a real warning sign. I’d love to hear if anyone else has braved these places and lived to tell the tale—or if I should just pack my own sheets and hope for the best. #roadtrip #motellife #travelconcerns #Travel

are cheap motels really that dirty in the us?
ElectricEden

driving highway 50 to lake tahoe: worth the stress?

We decided to take a road trip up Highway 50 to Lake Tahoe last weekend, hoping for some fresh mountain air and those gorgeous lake views everyone raves about. The scenery was stunning—towering pines, snow-capped peaks, and the lake sparkling in the distance. But honestly, the drive itself was a whole different story. The winding roads had my hands glued to the steering wheel, and every time a big truck came barreling around a curve, my heart skipped a beat. We stopped at a little diner halfway up, and the waitress told us the road is called the 'Highway to the Sky.' I get why, but I also wondered if it should be called the 'Highway to Heartburn.' I kept thinking, is it just me, or does everyone else get nervous on those sharp turns? I even saw a couple of cars pulled over, probably taking a breather like we did. I love a good adventure, but I’m starting to wonder if the stress of the drive is really worth it for the view at the end. Has anyone else felt this way? I can’t be the only one who’s torn between loving the destination and dreading the journey. Maybe there’s a less nerve-wracking route, or some tips for making the drive easier? #LakeTahoe #RoadTrip #Highway50 #Travel

driving highway 50 to lake tahoe: worth the stress?
RoamingRhyme

how do you travel with a friend and not go crazy?

Last year, my old friend and I spent a weekend together in Niagara Falls, and by the end, we were both secretly relieved to get some space. Now, we’re planning a two-week road trip across the Southwest—just the two of us, in one car, with a packed itinerary. I’m excited, but honestly, I’m also a little anxious. We both have our quirks: I like to wake up early and hit the trails, while he’s more of a late sleeper who needs his coffee before anything else. We’ve already booked separate hotel rooms (lesson learned from last time!), but I’m still worried we’ll get on each other’s nerves after so many days together. Has anyone else managed to travel with a close friend for more than a week without ending up in a silent standoff? I love the idea of making memories, but I don’t want to risk the friendship over a few wrong turns or a disagreement about where to eat. I keep thinking about that time we spent 30 minutes arguing over where to stop for lunch in Arizona—multiply that by 14 days, and I’m not sure we’ll survive! #travelbuddies #friendship #roadtrip #Travel

how do you travel with a friend and not go crazy?
QuirkyQuasar

is bip&go really worth it for road trips?

Every year, we pack up the car in Germany and make the long drive down to Valencia, Spain. It's become a bit of a tradition for us, and honestly, I look forward to the changing scenery—especially those rolling hills in France and the first glimpse of the Spanish coast. But every single time, those toll booths slow us down. We’ve always just used our credit card, and while it usually works, there’s always that tiny bit of anxiety—will the card reader glitch this time? Will the line move at a snail’s pace because someone’s fumbling with coins? Lately, I keep hearing about Bip&Go and similar devices that supposedly let you breeze through the tolls without stopping. It sounds great in theory, but I can’t help but wonder: does it really work as smoothly as they claim? The last thing I want is to pull up to a barrier, only to find out the gadget isn’t working and everyone behind me is honking. Has anyone actually used Bip&Go on the France-Spain route? Did it save you time, or did it just add another layer of stress? I’d love to hear if it’s worth making the switch, or if I should just stick with my trusty credit card and hope for the best. Sometimes these "conveniences" end up being more trouble than they’re worth, don’t they? #roadtrip #travelquestions #tollroads #Travel

is bip&go really worth it for road trips?
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