Route 66 Adventure Handbook (Route 66 Series): Expanded Third Edition

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2007
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A guide to the exuberance, splendour and absurdity of Route 66, including details on the architecture, natural wonders, vintage motels and cafes, unique museums, offbeat attractions, fascinating artefacts, icons and kitschy tourist traps that dot the famous stretch of road. Painstakingly researched to provide information on unmarked portions of the old highway; contact information for Route 66 associations and local visitor bureaux; maps and other navigational aids; an index of all Route 66 towns; and anecdotes, trivia, attractions and suggested side trips.

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A guide to the exuberance, splendour and absurdity of Route 66, including details on the architecture, natural wonders, vintage motels and cafes, unique museums, offbeat attractions, fascinating artefacts, icons and kitschy tourist traps that dot the famous stretch of road. Painstakingly researched to provide information on unmarked portions of the old highway; contact information for Route 66 associations and local visitor bureaux; maps and other navigational aids; an index of all Route 66 towns; and anecdotes, trivia, attractions and suggested side trips.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 384
Edition: 3
Publisher: Santa Monica Press
Published: 30 Mar 2007
ISBN 10: 1595800123
ISBN 13: 9781595800121

Media Reviews

May even inspire you to become a road warrior and get your kicks on Route 66. -- Detroit News

Knowles' third edition offers insights to offbeat roadside attractions, vintage motels and cafes, natural wonders and quirky sidetrips. -- Salt Lake Tribune

This book is a terrific resource for anyone interested in Route 66, whether traveling by car, RV, motorcycle, or armchair. --RoadTripAmerica.com

Drew Knowles' phenomenal guidebook makes a great read, whether or not you have ever put your pedal to the metal. -- Newsday

Author Bio

Drew Knowles is a photographer, a writer, and a member of the Texas Photographic Society, the Society for Commercial Archaeology, and the National Historic Route 66 Federation. He is the author of Route 66 Quick Reference Encyclopedia. He lives in Hurst, Texas.