Listen to the NPR Road Trips audiobook series, narrated by Noah Adams, and brace yourself for a rollercoaster of adventure, culture, and captivating human tales. Buckle up as you embark on a journey to far-off places and unconventional destinations, all while getting to know the fascinating inhabitants who call these places home. NPR delivers real stories, real people, and real history in their signature thought-provoking, imaginative, and thoroughly entertaining style.
This collection of family vacation stories will transport you back to the days of car rides and roadside attractions. Whether you experienced a memorable vacation with your loved ones or one that went disastrously wrong, NPR has got you covered. Laura Lorson's "Hard-Earned Lessons from the Family Road Trip" will have you reminiscing about endless hours spent in a sweltering car, munching on junk food, and tuning in to AM radio. Marion Winik recounts her not-so-perfect family reunion at sea in "Setting Sail with Family, Imperfections in Tow." And as commentator Joel Achenbach so aptly points out in "Family Camping," camping is not for the faint-hearted.
NPR understands that while we all dream of extravagant vacations, our wallets often lead us down a different path. Tom Goldman poses the question, "Who Needs a Fancy Cruise If You've Got Inner Tubes?" as he explores the joys of a budget-friendly adventure. Meanwhile, Robert Smith discovers the exorbitant cost of Broadway tickets and opts for a more economical approach, piling his family into his trusty Honda Civic and heading to the drive-in.
These stories, filled with warmth and intricate details, will allow you to immerse yourself in the journeys of others and may just inspire you to plan your own thrilling adventure. With an audiobook rating of 3.2 out of 5 and a runtime of 1 hour and 9 minutes, this NPR Road Trips audiobook is the perfect companion for your next road trip or for when you simply want to escape into a world of captivating tales.