New Delhi, Aug. 14 -- This Independence Day long weekend is perfect for a quick escape from city life. Whether you're in Mumbai, Bengaluru, Delhi or Kolkata, you can find destinations that suit your mood.

I asked ChatGPT for a simple list of road-trip ideas to help me plan last-minute long-weekend getaways without stress. And, the AI tool hit the bullseye.

Mumbai offers several great last-minute road trip options for a long weekend. Alibaug, about 95 km away, has clean beaches and Kolaba Fort. It is reachable in under 2.5 hours.

Lonavala, around 83-88 km, is famous for its misty hills, waterfalls and forts. Matheran, 80-83 km away, is a quiet, vehicle-free hill station with lovely viewpoints.

Igatpuri, about 120 km, charms visitors wi...