Yep … byways are a big deal

If anyone has any remaining doubts that the new scenic byway status for Route 66 in Illinois attracts considerable attention, this British travel insurance Web site ought to dispel them. For more information about the program, go to the byways Web site here.

Double whammy for the Elbow Inn

The Elbow Inn, the venerable old barbecue-and-bar in Devils Elbow, Mo., that's a favorite hangout of locals, Fort Leonard Wood soldiers, bikers and Route 66ers, suffered a double dose of bad luck during the holiday weekend. Not only did a burglar force open a door, reports the Waynesville Daily Guide, but the investigation revealed liquor-license … Continue reading Double whammy for the Elbow Inn

Let the eagle soar

This time of year, it's a good time to watch bald eagles near the Mississippi River, especially from the excellent vantage point of the Old Chain of Rocks Bridge that carried Route 66 for decades. Explore St. Louis, a tourism blog, has the details.

More Corvette kicks

Another writer has decided to road-test the new Corvette Z06 on Route 66, this time one for the Orlando Sentinal. The writer, Bill Baker, found only one flaw with the car, but it was a significant one -- lack of lumbar support. His back ached so much that he had to buy a trucker's pillow … Continue reading More Corvette kicks

Party in a silver bullet

To heck with limousines. Inspired by a trip on Route 66, a Scottish couple have tricked out a vintage Airstream trailer, called Little Vegas, so it can be rented out for birthday parties, festivals and weddings. It contains a bar, jukebox, casino tables and leather sofas. The price? A cool 500 British pounds a night, … Continue reading Party in a silver bullet

Two more walkers attempt Route 66

We'd reported some weeks ago about Rick and Jane McKinney's announcement to walk much of Route 66. They stated their goal for their "Walk to Reclaim America" on their Web site: It's time to reclaim America's Freedoms, Families, and Faith. It's time to stand up and tell the truth about this country's history of faith. … Continue reading Two more walkers attempt Route 66