Product Description

A one-of-a-kind trip planner, a superb on-the-road reference, and an album of 400 photographs. From the Atlantic to the Pacific, here are 120 outstanding drives that show the magnificence of America-each with detailed, easy-to-follow maps.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #4890 in Books
• Published on: 2005-03-03
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 400 pages

Amazon.com
Taking a drive in the country has been popular since horse-and-buggy days. But while the road trip itch is as strong as ever, scenic drives get scarcer year by year. The answer is a collection of the 120 loveliest drives in the U.S., providing maps and tours (with sites along the way itemized and lovingly described), trip length, when to go, nearby attractions, and local information sources. Free time is at a premium these days; rather than waste your leisure time in highway gluts, it's worth taking directions to some of the most beautiful drives the country still has to offer.

From Publishers Weekly
The beauty of the open road is captured in this exquisitely illustrated guide to America's best driving routes. Newly revised and updated since its first publication in 1997, this volume is complete with tourist information, maps and breathtaking photographs to help readers plan their next cross-country vacation. Organized by region, the 120 suggested road trips span all 50 states and offer a wide variety of scenic adventures, from exploring the remote canyons of New Mexico to visiting the most beautiful beaches on Cape Cod. Each route offers a number of must-see points of interest, such as the carefully preserved mid-19th-century home of Washington Irving in New York or the best places to spot wildflowers in the Texas Hill Country. Also included for each drive is a helpful "Trip Tips" table, providing not only the basic information about length and the best time of the year to visit, but invaluable pieces of advice (i.e., "No fuel is available on the 70-mile stretch of highway between Marblemount and Mazama"). Although it's often hard to get a sense of the particular personality of a drive from the rather dry descriptions, the large color photographs provide readers with a snapshot view of the unique beauty of each area. Perfect for anyone planning a road trip, this comprehensive volume will inspire readers to explore the natural scenery of the United States, whether travelling across the country or re-discovering the beauty of their home state. 400+ color photographs and 120 maps.
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From the Back Cover
From the Atlantic to the Pacific120 wonderful ways to see the magnificence of America

* Exciting, carefree, and comfortable tours covering every region in the country

* 120 specially commissioned, detailed, easy-to-follow maps

* 400 breathtaking photographs

* Fascinating facts about natural wonders, wildlife, American history and lore, annual festivals, and local customs

* Tips on when to go, where to stay, and whom to call for more information

* Suggested side trips to nearby attractions, state parks, recreational facilities, and much more

Customer Reviews

Beautiful photography
This would be a beautiful coffee table book. It is even more helpful in planning plces to visit and reliving favorite memories from past trips.

The Big Drive
Looking for a combination of Drives to get the best out of a Touring Holiday in the USA - you need this book! It is easy to link together many of the "120 Spectacular Road Trips" to form a fantastic itinerary to see the best scenery and sights the USA has to offer. It's better than the more specialised "Route 66" and "Lincoln Highway" drives for visitors to the USA who are wanting to experience a broader cross section of US history and its stunning geography. Maps are clear, colour photography whets the appetite and cultural and scenic highlights are picked out in the commentary. Combined with the use of a simple Tom Tom style GPS system the book would provide the solution for visitors planning a Touring experience of the USA - from the smallest local scale to an epic journey covering the best of the nation.

Great help for travelling the USA
This book is a great help to make beautiful trips trough the country! Good descriptions and maps of the drives. You can search tours in all 50 states. Beautiful pictures!