Route 66 is undoubtedly the world’s most beloved road trip, having inspired music, film, books, and countless adventures. Created to mark the highway’s 100-year anniversary, Route 66: A Tribute to an American Icon follows the Mother Road from Chicago to Los Angeles, spotlighting the legendary, can’t-miss landmarks that make this journey the ultimate all-American road trip.
Inside you’ll discover:
- Must-see stops and attractions, including classic diners, museums, motels, and muffler men
- Maps for the eight states that Route 66 passes through: Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California
- Curated playlists for each state. Simply scan the Spotify codes found alongside each map and listen at home or on the road
- Stories of pivotal moments in the road’s history, like the strife of the Eagle-Picher Miners’ strike and the essential guidance of the Green Book
- Profiles on visionary people, including motel proprietor Lillian Redman, muffler man enthusiast Joel Baker, and service station owner Alan Threatt
- Tips for preparing for your journey, including planning your route, choosing your vehicle, and useful websites
Whether you’re mapping out your next vacation, collecting Americana, or searching for the perfect travel gift, this joyful tribute is your invitation to hit the highway.
Your Route 66 adventure begins with Route 66: A Tribute to an American Icon.
Author
DK Travel
DK was founded in London in 1974 and is now the world leading illustrated reference publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann. DK publishes highly visual, photographic non-fiction for adults and children. DK produces content for consumers in over 100 countries and over 60 languages, with offices in the UK, India, US, Germany, China, Canada, Spain and Australia.DK’s aim is to inspire, educate and entertain readers of all ages, and everything DK publishes, whether print or digital, embodies the unique DK design approach. DK brings unrivalled clarity to a wide range of topics, with a unique combination of words and pictures, put together to spectacular effect. We have a reputation for innovation in design for both print and digital products.Our adult range spans travel, including the award-winning DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, history, science, nature, sport, gardening, cookery and parenting. DK’s extensive children’s list showcases a fantastic store of information for children, toddlers and babies. DK covers everything from animals and the human body, to homework help and craft activities, together with an impressive list of licensing titles, including the best-selling LEGO® books.DK acts as the parent company for Alpha Books, publisher of the Idiot’s Guides series.dk.com/travel
Learn More about DK TravelYou May Also Like
QUICK VIEW
NYC Street Vendors
QUICK VIEW
DK Top 10 Chicago
QUICK VIEW
DK San Francisco and the Bay Area
QUICK VIEW
Route 66
QUICK VIEW
National Geographic Ultimate Guide to the National Parks
QUICK VIEW
DK Top 10 New Orleans
QUICK VIEW
DK New Orleans
QUICK VIEW
DK Florida
QUICK VIEW
DK Top 10 Miami and the Keys
QUICK VIEW
