Most People Drive Route 66 Wrong. These Are the 10 Stops That Matter

June 1, 2026

America's most famous road trip, Chicago to the Pacific. The 10 Route 66 stops actually worth your time, in order — from the Gateway Arch to Cadillac Ranch to Santa Monica Pier.

Santa Fe vs. Albuquerque on Route 66: Why You Should Drive Both

June 1, 2026

The 1926 Route 66 alignment swung through Santa Fe before the 1937 cutoff sent it through Albuquerque. Here's how to drive both — and why you should.

The End of the Road: Santa Monica Pier and the True Finish of Route 66

June 1, 2026

Santa Monica Pier is where every Route 66 traveler ends up — but the original terminus was a few blocks inland. A guide to finishing the Mother Road right.

Seligman, Arizona: The Tiny Town That Saved Route 66

June 1, 2026

A barber named Angel Delgadillo saved Route 66 from extinction in 1987 — and Seligman, Arizona is the spiritual capital of the Mother Road because of him.

St. Louis on Route 66: Why the Gateway Arch Is Worth a Full Night, Not a Quick Photo

June 1, 2026

The Gateway Arch, The Hill's Italian food, and how to spend the perfect Route 66 night in St. Louis — your first real taste of the American West.

Tulsa: The Route 66 Stop Nobody Tells You About (and Probably the Best One)

June 1, 2026

Tulsa's Art Deco downtown, original Route 66 neon along 11th Street, and the diners that make Oklahoma the soul of the Mother Road.

May 2026 Travel News: Pandemic Concerns and Site Reopenings

May 29, 2026

A roundup of the biggest destination news from May 2026, including pandemic-related travel concerns and tourist site reopenings affecting summer travel plans.

All-Inclusive Resorts With Leading Sustainability Programs

May 22, 2026

Discover how top all-inclusive resorts are implementing meaningful sustainability programs beyond basic eco-friendly marketing claims.

Barcelona Proposes to Double Cruise Passenger Tax to Combat Overtourism

May 22, 2026

Barcelona plans to double its cruise passenger tax as European cities intensify efforts to manage overtourism and reduce pressure from short-stay visitors.

Amtrak Unveils Refreshed Northeast Regional Menu

May 20, 2026

Amtrak announces updated onboard dining options for Northeast Regional trains, aiming to modernize the passenger experience and better compete with airlines.