Okay, here's the deal. I'll be turning 18 very soon and I really would like to take a lengthy road trip with some friends. Sort of a coming of age thing. Anyways, I have no clue where to go or what to do. I've been reading up on all the essentials...traveling cheap, lodging, food, necessary baggage, etc... The first thing I really need is a good location. I'll be leaving southern Indiana and hopefully in the next few weeks. I'm thinking maybe 1 1/2 - 2 weeks. It doesn't have to be far, but I want a good drive, movie style, and fun places to check out. The destination isn't important, more the trip there and back. I would prefer to take a different route home then to the destination.

Please, any info is helpful and feel free to ask whatever questions you need to.