Kirsty 
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Accommodation for your Route 66 road trip is a big part, not only of the experience but also of your budget as well. So, it’s important to get this bit as right as you can. With this in mind let’s take a look at some tips for booking your Route 66 accommodation. On our first … Read more
At the beginning, planning your Route 66 journey brings a questions – when to go on your road trip? You might have already read my post about the best time to do Route 66 but in this one I’ll be looking at what it is like to drive in a specific season. This one is … Read more
