Travel Route 66: A Guide to the History, Sights, and Destinations Along the Main Street of America
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| Rating | : | 4.60 (618 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0760344302 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 240 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-01-26 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
While stretches of the once-glorious road have been paved over or bypassed by the interstates, the journey from Chicago to Santa Monica along the path of the “double six” remains chock-full of unique roadside attractions, spectacular natural landscapes, and fascinating historical landmarks. Illustrated with a wealth of color photos and vintage memorabilia, Travel Route 66 is a practical and entertaining guide to the America’s Mother Road.. Long one of America’s most cherished byways, Route 66 remains a popular tourist attraction and travel route for thousands of travelers every year. Communities throughout each of the eight states touched by the “Main Street of America”—Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California—have embraced this vital piece of American history and offer a vast array of opportunities to experience the grandeur as well as the lost innocence of the glory days of Route 66. In Travel Route 66, Route 66 expert and enthusiast Jim Hinckley provides detailed descriptions and itineraries that allow travelers of all ages and inclinations to explore the myriad wonders to be found along the highway’s 2,500 miles. In addition to specific recommendations for places to visit, ea
Route 66 expert Jim Hinckley guides a memorable trip down 66 Jim Hinckley’s Travel Route 66 is a winner from the cover that displays Route 66 icons to the handy index in the back. It is a nice size for armchair reading or to toss in the car for road trips. Organized state-by-state starting with Illinois, it can be read straight through or you can dip in to find what are the most tempting topics to you. It has detailed descriptions to guide the Route 66 traveler along the road. The book is colorful and well illustrated with bright photos. Its attractive layout makes it easy o. "Fantastic" according to Francine Wing. I bought this book prior to our trip for general information. Turns out it was our bible, encyclopedia, and road map all in one! It was perfect for us to follow and the pictures were a plus. I could write dates and notations in the pages for later reference. I would say it is a must for anyone taking this wonderful road trip.. Hinkley KNOWS Route 66 GREAT BOOK. I own a number of books on Route 66. If you want detailed in depth information on specific site the 'Route 66 Encyclopedia' by Jim Hinckley is your go to book to look things up alphabetically. This is the one that sits on the coffee table.If you want a guide for driving or riding (motorcycle) down 66 with notes on what to see where in geographical order this book by Jim Hinckley is you go to guide. This is the one that travels with you.The set of state maps available here on Amazon are also a great assist in
"Middle America and London are travel destinations as different as any two can be, but these guides are equal in their enthusiastic coverage." ?"Travel Roundup: Spring Travel Guides, 2014, Booklist