Life is Highway: The World’s Most Quintessential Road Trips

Kathleen Corrigan | July 2, 2018

Amalfi Coast Road, Italy

This winding coastal road in western Italy wasn’t built for timid drivers. The 30-mile Amalfi Coast Road starting in Sorrento and ending in Amalfi is famous for its sharp turns, steep angles, and cliff hugging narrows, but those brave enough to drive it are rewarded with incredible views of the Tyrrhenian Sea.

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The Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland

The Wild Atlantic Way following the Western coast of Ireland is known as one of the longest seaside drives in the world at 1600 miles. Beginning in Derry and stretching down to Cork, this two-week road trip will take you through nine counties and offers some of the most incredible views on all of the Emerald Isle.

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Great Ocean Road, Australia

It’s not surprising that the three-day drive along the Great Ocean Road offers great ocean views along the southeastern coast of Australia. Along this 151-mile road reaching from Torquay to Allansford, you’ll pass some fantastic landmarks including the 12 Apostles rock formations, the Shipwreck Coast and Great Otway National Park.

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