Route 66

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Route 66
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“U.S. Route 66 or U.S. Highway 66 was one of the original highways in the United States Numbered Highway System. Established on November 11, 1926, with signage erected the following year, the highway ran from Chicago, Illinois, through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona…”
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BBC TravelJun 26

The US that World Cup fans didn't expect to love

From roadside convenience stores to lonely landscapes, travellers are discovering little-known slices of Americana away from the host cities.

Road known for kitschy roadside stops.

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  • Route 66TrailRoad known for kitschy roadside stops.
  • Elsewhere
  • Zion National ParkSightSpringdale, United StatesPark with golden orange arches.
  • Grand CanyonSightGrand Canyon Village, United StatesThe Grand Canyon is 277 miles (446 km) long, up to 18 miles (29 km) wide and attains a depth of over a mile.
  • Buc-ee'sRestaurantLake Jackson, United StatesConvenience store, restaurant, petrol station, supermarket.
  • Waffle HouseRestaurantNorcross, United StatesSouthern US institution for breakfast.
  • US National Park systemSightWashington, United StatesSystem of parks with majestic landscapes.
  • Louisiana's lowland swampsSightNew Orleans, United StatesDiverse landscapes to marvel at.
  • Beaver NuggetsPlaceLake Jackson, United StatesPetrol station food.
  • WalmartPlaceBentonville, United States
  • Bass Pro ShopPlaceSpringfield, United States
  • CostcoSightIssaquah, United States
  • Dunkin' DonutsRestaurantCanton, United States
  • Jamba JuiceRestaurantFrisco, United States
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Condé Nast TravelerJan 13

The Best Places to Visit in April, From Chicago to Minas Gerais

There are reasons to plan a trip this spring, including a new hiking trail on a Greek peninsula and the opening of Obama's presidential library in Chicago.

road trip route celebrating 100th anniversary

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 5

Where to Travel in 2026, According to Your Sign

Japan, Colombia, Mexico, Finland—there's a lot to see in 2026, and your horoscope can tell you which will be the best fit.

legendary highway for discovery and freedom

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  • Route 66Traillegendary highway for discovery and freedom
  • Elsewhere
  • UluruSightYulara, Australiaspiritually charged, visually breathtaking, culturally profound
  • Chiriquí ProvincePlaceDavid, Panamalush region of mountains, forests, and coastline
  • Northern Chilean PatagoniaPlacePunta Arenas, Chileglacial lakes, volcanic peaks, healing waters
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