Everyone should get to know their own
country, as well as the continent they live on. However, if your motherland is
as vast as the USA, that is not easy.
Not to mention the whole of North America.
Road trippin’ has long ago become a part of American culture and legacy and an
indispensable experience in the life of every American. There is no better way
to get to know a country so big than sitting in your car and driving through
it, at your own pace and convenience.
Of course, it’s not so easy to choose which
road to take as America is full of different routes and brimming with diverse
breathtaking sceneries as well as cities, from coasts,
to valleys, mountains, deserts and many more.
If you are planning your first road trip, Oscar
Padilla Mexican Insurance shared a list of must-see routs to start with.
After you finish these, you can start looking for more.
The Historic Route 66
Did you really expect anything else? Route
66 literally stands as an epitome of road trips, as one of the first roads,
evoking the beginning of the automobile era.
This is a historic route and probably the
best and most suitable one to start your road tripping career. It starts in
Chicago and goes to L.A.
Nowadays there are much faster and better
ways to cross the distance between these two cities, but none as fun and
interesting as the 2500 miles of this huge open-air museum. You can still see
good old road-side motels along the way, as well historic gas stations.
This route goes across eight states and
there aresights to visits in all of them.
From Illinois, where you can stop at one of the above-mentioned
gas stations, through Missouri where you’ll pass 66 Drive-In theater, and
Kansas where you can make a break at of the fun, restored gas stations such as
Galena.
It continues through Oklahoma, Texas, New
Mexico and Arizona, to finally end in California, L.A. area, more precisely
Santa Monica Pier.
Canada to Mexico
Start in the Canadian Rockies, more
precisely in the Jasper National Park, and go through Montana, Idaho, Nevada,and Arizona, all the way to Mexico.
Of course, once you get there, nothing
stops you to continue driving through picturesque Mexican scenery, just make
sure you have all the necessary documents.
But before getting to Mexico, make sure you
stop in Montana for some fishing and camping at the Flathead Indian Reservation
and National Forest.
Nevada will let you enjoy the loneliness of
the high desert landscapes, as well as the bustling urban life of Las Vegas before you reach Arizona where you
definitely shouldn’t miss the Hoover Dam and Titan Missile Museum.
From there, you can choose whether to move
across the border and continue your exciting road trip adventure.
Californian Pacific Coast
If you want to enjoy amazing coastal
sceneries, you should definitely take a 1000-mile long route along the coast of
California.
It will take you from Crescent City to San
Diego, with scenic and picturesque spots, including small coastal towns, big
cities, redwoods,and beaches. San
Francisco is definitely a place you should visit during this trip.
Enjoy the view of the Golden Gate Bridge
and the cities numerous sites and restaurants. You can relax watching surfers along
the way, or you might as well join them if you’re into that. Make sure you ride
a beach rollercoaster in one of the beach towns.
Once you reach Salinas, don’t miss an
opportunity to visit the museum dedicated to the writer John Steinbeck. You
will past through L.A. as well as beautiful coastal towns of Santa Barbara and
Santa Monica, finishing the route in San Diego, near the Mexican border.
In conclusion, embarking on a road trip through the Americas offers an unparalleled opportunity to explore the vast and diverse landscapes, cultures, and attractions that this continent has to offer. Whether tracing the iconic Historic Route 66 from Chicago to Los Angeles, traversing from Canada to Mexico through stunning natural scenery, or meandering along the breathtaking Californian Pacific Coast, each journey promises unforgettable experiences and discoveries.
Road tripping has become ingrained in American culture, representing not only a mode of travel but also a quintessential American experience. From historic landmarks and roadside attractions to picturesque coastal towns and majestic mountain ranges, every mile offers something new and exciting to discover.
While these suggested routes provide a starting point for adventure, the beauty of road tripping lies in the freedom to chart your own course and create unforgettable memories along the way. So, whether you're a seasoned traveler or embarking on your first road trip, grab your keys, hit the road, and let the journey unfold, one mile at a time.
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