Travel Route 66: A Guide to the History, Sights, and Destinations Along the Main Street of America Paperback – Illustrated, March 15, 2014

My Dad really appreciates this. We traveled Rt. 66 and he has many books and journals and was Happy with this one too :)

Jim Hinckley’s Travel Route 66 is a winner from the cover that displays Route 66 icons to the handy index in the back. It is a nice size for armchair reading or to toss in the car for road trips. Organized state-by-state starting with Illinois, it can be read straight through or you can dip in to find what are the most tempting topics to you. It has detailed descriptions to guide the Route 66 traveler along the road. The book is colorful and well illustrated with bright photos. Its attractive layout makes it easy on the eyes. Hinckley does a good job chronicling the people, places, and the activities of the Mother Road and makes sure that you don’t miss the highpoints or hidden gems along the road. It’s definitely worth the price of admission for this trip down 66 whether you are preparing for a road trip or have a fascination with this aspect of American Culture.

informative and easy to read

GREAT BOOK. I own a number of books on Route 66. If you want detailed in depth information on specific site the 'Route 66 Encyclopedia' by Jim Hinckley is your go to book to look things up alphabetically. This is the one that sits on the coffee table.If you want a guide for driving or riding (motorcycle) down 66 with notes on what to see where in geographical order this book by Jim Hinckley is you go to guide. This is the one that travels with you.The set of state maps available here on Amazon are also a great assist in entering travel routes into you GPS

very informative and gives main route to take....also gives details on staying on the orig rte 66. What roads not to take, especially if in a motorhome. My route is already marked for the 30 day trip we will be taking in april.....from Chicago to California and everything in between. thanks for the great explanations and stories.

I bought this book prior to our trip for general information. Turns out it was our bible, encyclopedia, and road map all in one! It was perfect for us to follow and the pictures were a plus. I could write dates and notations in the pages for later reference. I would say it is a must for anyone taking this wonderful road trip.

I can no ttc wait to go travel Route 66. I hope to in a camper. Allmaterial here is a great guide for the trip. L o ok forward to seeing all the places. From Chicago to P Pacific coast. Thanks for the detailed read.

I bought this to prepare for a trip on Route 66 but I’m afraid not all info is still current as it was written ten years ago. I have looked up some of the businesses that are referenced in the book and found that they are permanently closed. I’m thinking online resources are more current.