The World's 50 Best Drives

Looking to see the best of the countryside on your summer vacation? National Geographic lists its top 50 road trips, from simply gorgeous to quirky and off-beat:

• Cheese Trail, Vermont: On this 280-mile loop, sample gorgonzola, gouda, feta, chèvre, and more.
• Finger Lakes, New York: Go vineyard-hopping on this 75-mile trip.
• Big Island, Hawaii: Driving around the island offers a taste of everything from jungle to farmland, beaches to lava deserts.

• Amalfi Coast, Italy: Italy's most scenic stretch of coastline features imposing bluffs, hillside villages, and luxurious gardens.
• Flower Route, Netherlands: The perfect European spring drive, you’ll enjoy the famous Dutch tulip as well as hyacinths, narcissi, daffodils, and more.
• Pioneer Trail, Nebraska: Take a trip through history on this 280-mile drive, visiting villages and log cabins.
• Pirate Route, Jamaica: Visit what was once the base for pirates who plundered Spain's New World treasure ships.

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