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Route 66

Route 66 is America’s most legendary road. Millions have followed her path from the industrial East to the Golden West. 'The Mother Road' is and adventure, and a challenge!

Route 66 – Illinois

Route 66 starts in Chicago, Illinois. On East Adams Street in Chicago, near the Art Institute of Chicago, you can find the start sign of...

Route 66 – Missouri

The second state you cross travelling on Route 66 is Missouri. Chain of Rocks Bridge The Chain of Rocks Bridge across the Mississippi was built in...

Route 66 – Kansas

Between Joplin, Missouri and Miami, Oklahoma Route 66 runs through Kansas for 18km. Eisler Brothers Old Riverton Store The Eisler Brothers Old Riverton Store was opened...

Route 66 – Oklahoma

Oklahoma is the 4th state you cross while travelling on Route 66 Vinita McDonalds  The McDonalds above I-44 in Vinita is one of the largest in...

Route 66 – Texas

Route 66 only passes through a small part of Texas. The Mother Road crosses the Panhandle. U-Drop-Inn Restaurant and Service Station  The building was built in...

Route 66 – New Mexico

Nowadays Route 66 cuts New Mexico in half in one straight line. Before 1937 the route made a bend through Santa Fe. Tucumcari Tucumcari is the...

Route 66 – Arizona

Two of the most beautiful stretches of Route 66 can be found in Arizona. The stretch from Seligman to Kingman, and the mountain road...

Route 66 – California

The endpoint of Route 66 is in Santa Monica, California. Before reaching Los Angeles Route 66 crosses the Mojave Desert. Goffs Schoolhouse  This school was built...

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American plug ≠ European plug

The United States uses 110-120V instead of 220-230V like in Europe. The frequency is also different, 60Hz vs 50Hz. For most European electrical appliances...
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Drinking alcohol

Everybody knows it's not a good idea to drink and drive. But did you know you can bring your own bottle of wine to...
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Which covid tests are accepted for travel to the USA?

To be eligible to enter the USA you have to be tested with a viral test that checks for a current SARS-CoV-2 infection no...
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Paying in dollars

The currency of the United States is the US Dollar. Credit cards are accepted nearly everywhere and prices are shown without sales tax. Paying...
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Traffic signs in America

Many are the same, but a lot of traffic signs look a lot different in the USA then in Europe. This overview should help...
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Exchange Euros for Dollars

Credit and debit cards can be used everywhere in the USA, but you better also take some cash with you when you travel to...

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New York City in 4 days

New York is the perfect city for a citytrip, but what can you do in a few days? This is the planning we used...

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No more covid test required for travel to the USA

The Biden administration has announced that it will drop the requirement for a negative covid test to travel to the USA. Starting June 12th...

Which covid tests are accepted for travel to the USA?

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To be eligible to enter the USA you have to be tested with a viral test that checks for a current SARS-CoV-2 infection no...

Travel ban lifted!

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Starting 8 November 2021 fully vaccinated persons can travel to the USA again. For the first time in 18 months tourists from the Europe can travel to America.

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Florida + West Caribbean Cruise 2016

Who: Jelle Collignon and Heidi WillekensState: FloridaWhen: March 2016Destinations: Fort Lauderdale, Georgetown (Grand Cayman), Falmouth (Jamaica), Labadee (Haïti), OrlandoSights: Royal Caribbean Navigator of the Seas, Everglades,...

Route 66 2015

Who: Jelle Collignon and Heidi WillekensStates: Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, CaliforniaWhen: Juli 2015Destinations: Chicago, Springfield (Illinois), St. Louis, Springfield (Missouri),...

New York – Las Vegas 2014

Who: Jelle Collignon and Heidi WillekensStates: New York, Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, UtahWhen: July 2014Destinations: New York, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon Village, Flagstaff, Window...

Florida 2013

Who: Jelle Collignon and Heidi WillekensState: FloridaWhen: April 2013Destinations: Orlando, Tampa, Naples, Key West, MiamiSights: Universal Resort Orlando, Walt Disney World, Bush Gardens Tampa,...

West Coast 2012

Who: Jelle Collignon and Heidi WillekensStates: California, Arizona, Utah, NevadaWhen: July 2012Destinations: L.A., Anaheim, Williams, Kayenta, Page, Bryce Canyon Village, Las Vegas, Mammoth Lakes, Oakhurst, San...
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USA sim – mobile data

During your trip you would ofcourse like to stay in touch with friends or share you experiences on your social media. You don't have...

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