Before setting out for a road trip, I never leave home without the essentials: playlists full of all my favorite tunes, a good friend that doesn't mind when I sing off key, plenty of snacks, and of course, directions to wherever I'm headed. Although I believe the journey can be half the fun, I still like to have an idea of where I'm headed, and a solid plan to get there on time - especially if I'm on a tight schedule.