
Detour #300: The Riches of the Million-Dollar Highway, Colorado, USA
It allegedly cost one million dollars per mile to build and there are many riches to be discovered on Colorado’s Million Dollar Highway.
Detour #299: Old Meets New on a Cross-Border Car Culture Drive, England-Wales
A drive from Worcester to Wales from a historic hill climb to the hottest cars and coffee spot shows the very best of old and new car culture.
Detour #298: Motoring to the Matterhorn, Breuil-Cervinia, Italy
The climb to the ski resort at Breuil-Cervinia is just as exhilarating as the winter sports on offer.
Detour #297: A Speedy Excursion On Scotland’s South West Coastal 300
It’s less-travelled than the NC500 but Scotland’s SWC300 is every bit as inviting.
Detour #296: The Winding Road To Australia’s Best Beach
Mel Nichols tackles Tasmania’s Weldborough Pass en route to the superb shores of the Bay of Fires.
Detour #295: Paying the Price at Pikes Peak is Worth Every Penny, Colorado, USA
Reserve your spot in advance if you want to experience the altitude of Pikes Peak, says Colorado native Ross Robbins.
Detour #294: Driving in the Glow of the Gower Peninsula, Wales
Ben Barry explores Wales’ Gower Peninsula – a sun- and shower-soaked National Landscape of coastal beauty
Detour #293: Ocean Driving in the Outer Banks, North Carolina, USA
Off the coast of North Carolina the Outer Banks National Scenic Byway is a drive back in time.
Detour #292: Chasing James Bond Across Jamaica
With Ian Fleming’s books and iconic movie locations as his guide, Mike Breslin spies a great road trip in Jamaica.
Detour #291: Weaving Along the Whinlatter Pass, UK
Take a break from the most challenging Cumbrian corners on the Whinlatter Pass.
Five Fantastic Off-Road Excursions in Utah, USA
As he Detours across America James Hearne discovers some of the most memorable off-road routes in Utah.
Detour #290: The Dark Skies and Scenic Drives of Exmoor
One of Britain’s least visited national parks nominates itself as a great place for silent stargazing. And driving
Detour #289: A Return to the Panorama Route, South Africa
Sudhir “Banzai” Matai retraces a route last seen from the back seat of his dad’s old Mercedes-Benz 230E.
Detour #288: It’s Horses for Courses on the Wrynose Pass, UK
Reach the top of the Wrynose Pass and you’ll find yourself at the intersection of three counties of old England.
Detour #287: Seeking Kerala’s Greatest Climber, India
In search of a four-legged rock climber, Paranjay Dutt finds himself caught between endless tea gardens and hairpin bends.
Detour #287: Speeding through the Streets of Pau-Ville, France
Pau, one of the oldest racing circuits in the world, may not have much of a future - drive it while you can.
Detour #286: Water Over the Bridge on the Yongwu Highway, China
Every year the road to Yongwu vanishes beneath the rising waters of Poyang Lake, yet daring drivers still brave the waves to cross.
Detour #285: Britain’s Emptiest A-Road, Bute, Scotland
Simon Heptinstall enjoys the most tranquil of Scottish road trips on the Isle of Bute.
Detour #284: The Giants of the Redwood Highway, California, USA
Driving through towering ancient forests, Jamie Hearne finds inspiration in the sheer scale of nature.
Our Favourite Detours of 2024
As the journey that was 2024 nears an end, we look back on the most memorable road trips of the year.