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Kirsty Bartholomew

Kirsty Bartholomew became obsessed with Route 66 after taking her kids to see Cars at the cinema way back in 2006. She first visited in 2014 and it didn't help the obsession at all. She now writes about the road, the history and hopes to encourage others to visit and keep it alive.

Oatman, Arizona: Route 66 ghost town come alive!

September 13, 2023 by Kirsty Bartholomew

The town of Oatman, Arizona on Route 66 is one unique place to visit! Amazing views on the way, history and tales, wild donkeys (burros) and gun fights await you in this town and if that hasn’t piqued your interest then I’m not sure what will! Perched high in the hills, Oatman is a really … Read more

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The Giant Cross in Texas – how to visit this Route 66 site

September 6, 2023 by Kirsty Bartholomew

Sat in amongst the pylons that cross the skyline as you drive the Mother Road through Texas you might think that one looks just like a giant cross – and you’d be right! Situated a stones throw from Route 66 is one of many ‘giants’ on the road – some call it the Giant Cross, … Read more

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5 of the best Route 66 tours from Las Vegas

September 13, 2023March 6, 2023 by Kirsty Bartholomew

As contrasts go, Las Vegas and Route 66 is a pretty big one. I guess you still have the kitsch and neon but it’s quite a different experience to head out of the city towards one of the great US roads. On our trip from Route 66 to Las Vegas (we did the opposite way!) … Read more

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How to plan a Route 66 road trip without getting overwhelmed

January 25, 2023 by Kirsty Bartholomew
Mural in Winslow Arizona showing Route 66

Wide open roads, quirky stops, classic and iconic American backdrops – it’s clear to see why Route 66 is on the bucket list of so many people. The romance of the road is definitely not dead! Planning the bucket list road trip is a little more down to earth though and for many people this … Read more

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Route 66 in 10 days: an itinerary to copy

September 13, 2023January 17, 2023 by Kirsty Bartholomew
Old car outside a vintage motel on Route 66

The first parts of figuring out your own Route 66 itinerary are filled with frustration about where to go, when to stop, how long to drive etc, etc. You know the score! Sometimes just having a sample itinerary in front of you to copy bits from can be really helpful. Either you’ll say – yup, … Read more

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Visiting Meteor Crater in Arizona – a Route 66 classic stop

March 24, 2023January 12, 2023 by Kirsty Bartholomew
View of Meteor Crater in Arizona which is near to Route 66

We’ve all seen the disaster movies where a meteor hits the earth and chaos ensues haven’t we? Did you know that not far off Route 66 there’s a real crater caused by one (a meteor, not a disaster movie!) that you can visit? It’s a unique attraction, it’s a little quirky and you can tick … Read more

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Route 66 itinerary: 21 days on the Mother Road

September 13, 2023January 9, 2023 by Kirsty Bartholomew
rusty cars on Route 66 in Texas

You have 3 weeks to travel Route 66, but where do you even start when planning how long to drive, where to stop each day and what to see? For many road trippers planning the perfect Route 66 road trip can get a little bit overwhelming. I totally understand and have felt the same myself … Read more

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Where do you fly into for Route 66?

March 6, 2023November 26, 2022 by Kirsty Bartholomew

If you’re not close enough to any of Route 66 to just drive then it’s likely you’ll be looking into flights for your trip. But where do you fly into for Route 66? We’ll be having a look at the options in this post. When flying to start a Route 66 road trip most people … Read more

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Route 66 gift ideas: merchandise and trinkets for road trippers

November 10, 2022November 10, 2022 by Kirsty Bartholomew
Route 66 pins are a great gift idea

I really love looking for Route 66 gift ideas. There’s such a wealth of exciting, different and quirky things that you can buy with a Route 66 theme! If you’re planning a trip, or know someone that is, then you’ll know how exciting it is. Gifts that relate to the road trip can really bring … Read more

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Day trip to Route 66 from Las Vegas: 4 ways to explore the Mother Road from Nevada

September 13, 2023November 3, 2022 by Kirsty Bartholomew
old car in Seligman, Arizona

Las Vegas is relatively close to Route 66 (though not on it as some have wondered) and since it’s such a popular city for a short break it’s also a great jumping off point for a short trip on Route 66 for those who can’t spare the time to do the whole trip. While it’s … Read more

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Hey! I'm Kirsty, a travel blogger and self confessed Route 66 obsessive. I created this site to help you plan Route 66 road trips after we struggled to get simple, clear help to drive it.

I love history and learning about what the world has to offer. I hope you'll enjoy some of the things I've discovered about the Mother Road as you plan your vacation

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The story of Route 66 is a colonial one and often ignores the indigenous people of America, many of whom were uprooted, moved on and treated horrendously.

I would like to acknowledge the ancestral land on which the road travels through and the Native Americans who call it home.

It is my desire to learn more about this area and share that education where I can through this platform.

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