![]() ![]() Jump on the ferry to Liberty Island to see the statue or book in advance to go inside and walk up to the crown – one of my all-time favourite experiences in New York City and, in my opinion, one of the best things to do in the USA. The iconic Statue of Liberty brings millions of tourists to NYC every year. Cars on the Route (an old service station that inspired the Cars animated movies).The World’s Largest Totem Pole, Oklahoma.Eat at the Mid Point Cafe, half way between Santa Monica or Chicago.World’s second-largest rocking chair, Missouri.Get spray painting a car at Cadillac Ranch in Texas.Stay in a Route 66 motel – Wigwam Motel is a fun option for families.The western destinations get very warm in July and August whilst it can snow during the winter in Eastern destinations. Spring and Autumn is the best time to plan and take a road trip like this.Most people drive East to West, meaning often the drop off fee is cheaper if you do the reverse and drive from LA to Chicago. Companies like Budget, Dollar, Avis, National, Hertz, Alamo and Thrifty all offer this service but you can compare prices online before booking. When renting a car, make sure you can drop it off in your final destination.Book these in advance as they are in high demand, especially during the summer months. Along the route are vintage hotels or themed rooms.Places like the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley and Hoover Dam will require a day trip away from the road but are worth the visit. Factor in some side trips – there are some amazing attractions near Route 66 but not necessarily on the road.Decide your start and end point – if you are short on time, why not drive a section of the road rather than squeeze in the whole route but possibly not enjoy it as much.But also make a ‘would like to see’ and a ‘can skip’ list too, so you know which destinations or roadside attractions are worth your time and aren’t. ![]() Make a wish list or a must see Route 66 attractions so you don’t miss anything out.Outline a general idea of your road trip and book accommodation in more popular cities beforehand.Route 66 is not an interstate highway, so you will drive slower.Avoid driving for too many hours at once (6 hours or less a day is ideal).Use this to plan how long you need for your trip. The route is 2278 miles, meaning it will take around 46 hours of total driving.Unusual places on Route 66 include the Muffler Man Statue in Cicero, the second largest rocking chair in Fanning, the Cadillac Ranch art piece, and the quirky Wigwam Motel in San Bernardino, California. The drive takes around 2 weeks but it is advised to give yourself at least 4 weeks to enjoy and experience the route at your own leisure. Starting in Chicago and ending at Santa Monica Pier, this route takes you across the country, with some historic, interesting and exciting places to stop by on the way. Known as the best road trip in America, Route 66 is a dream experience of mine and we are preparing for this journey in the next few years. ![]()
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