Feb 29 2024
Embarking on a Route 66 road trip is like stepping back in time. This historic highway, also known as the Main Street of America, offers a rare glimpse into the heart and soul of the United States. From classic diners to vintage motels, Route 66 offers an authentic taste of Americana that is rapidly disappearing. …
May 06 2023
Route 66 and its mountainous landscapes Route 66, also known as the “Main Street of America” or the “Mother Road,” has long captivated the hearts of travelers and adventurers alike. Spanning over 2,400 miles from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California, this iconic highway has been the backdrop for countless road trips, stories, and memories. …
Jan 22 2023
Route 66, often referred to as the Mother Road or the Main Street of America, is a historic highway that stretches from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California. Established in 1926, this iconic road played a significant role in the development of the United States, particularly during the Great Depression and the post-World War II …
Nov 19 2022
The Blue Swallow Motel, located in Tucumcari, New Mexico, is an iconic establishment that holds a significant place in American history. Nestled on the historic Route 66, this motel has been a beacon for weary travelers for over eight decades. The Blue Swallow Motel first opened its doors in 1939 and has since become a …
Sep 07 2019
Some of the best places to see on the long Rt. 66 stretch between Tulsa and Los Angeles This summer my daughter, her boyfriend, and I took our longest Route 66 road trip yet: from Tulsa, Oklahoma to Los Angeles, California, tracing the route that many Oklahomans took in the ’30’s, as fictionalized in The …
Jan 13 2019
Last weekend my family and I took a day to explore Route 66 along Tulsa to Arcadia. Our first stop was for lunch and a little sightseeing in Stroud, Oklahoma. There were a few places that we found interesting, but finally decided on lunch at the Rock Café, a well known historic Route 66 landmark …
Dec 18 2018
I always say that there are two things that I like best about living in Tulsa: the friendly people and the architecture, and the former proved to be true once more when my family and I took a walk through the Mother Road Market this weekend and were greeted by the friendliest of vendors! When …
