The 23 Best Retirement Gifts of 2023 (Local Tips & Reviews)

Lushly photographed and expertly researched, The Most Scenic Drives in America is ideal for new retirees ready to cruise into the non-proverbial sunset. The one knock on the book is that it was last updated in 2012; we found the routes and primary attractions unchanged, though, and as a source of inspiration for amazing drives, it’s best in class. (Your gift recipient will of course want to do their own research for specifics like park and museum hours.) For each suggested destination, the book provides a predicted mileage, historical context, and untouristy pit stops, serving as an indispensable guide for almost anyone who hopes to see more of all 50 states, including Hawaii and Alaska. Don’t be discouraged if it lands on the coffee table at first—no doubt it will sit dog-eared and sun-bleached in the passenger seat in due time.