This year marks the 100th anniversary of the creation of Route 66, when the federal government first designated its major ...

In California, a coastal city anchors a legendary cross-country highway, offering landmarks, oceanfront streets, and a ...

Coined the “Mother Road” by John Steinbeck in his 1939 “The Grapes of Wrath” novel, the U.S. Route 66 has been a beloved part ...

A neon-lit Route 66 stop in Illinois filled with statues, milkshakes, fries, and old-school charm: easy to love, hard to forget, and worth slowing down for.

The Conoco Tower Station and U-Drop Inn in Shamrock, TX. Old Route 66 crosses eight states, three time zones, and more than 2,400 miles as it winds its way from Santa Monica to Chicago. You’ll find ...

Route 66 is turning 100 years old in 2026, making this the perfect year to drive the iconic highway, explore festivals and ...

Route 66 had had a major impact on American history in the 20th century. Long before the interstate highways were a twinkle in Dwight Eisenhower’s eye, it connected many previously isolated Western ...

For anyone who wants to experience the American idea of the open road with a side of nostalgia, traveling Route 66 is an unmissable experience. But with so many towns along this historic highway ...

Stop by this Route 66 diner in Illinois for classic comfort food, crispy fries, and big portions that’ll fuel your next ...

The Blue Swallow Motel in Tucumcari, New Mexico, remains a beloved stop for travelers along Route 66, offering a nostalgic ...

How Oklahoma is leading the revival of America’s most iconic highway. Plus, a look at how states from Illinois to California are reviving the Mother Road for its 100th anniversary. ByLaura Begley ...

This is the story of how I got my lazy self up off my cozy couch last spring and have walked over 1,900 miles (and counting) ...