Welcome to Road Trip USA and the Route 66 Master Guide course!

What You Get

• 16 detailed lessons across 5 chapters covering every mile from Chicago to Santa Monica

• Motel recommendations — hand-picked vintage and classic motels at every stop

• Driving tips & safety — road conditions, fuel stops, weather warnings, and local secrets

• Community chat — connect with fellow Route 66 travelers, share photos, and get real-time tips

How to Get Started

1. Head to the Route 66: Chicago to Santa Monica course

2. Start with Chapter 1 — the planning essentials will save you time and money

3. Work through each chapter as you plan (or drive!) your trip

4. Join the Road Trip Community chat to say hello and share your route plans

The course follows the route sequentially, but if you're mid-trip, jump to any chapter — each one stands alone.

See you on the Mother Road. 🚗💨

2,400 miles. 8 states. 16 lessons. Every motel, diner, and roadside legend you need to know.

I built the most detailed Route 66 course online — covering every major stop, hidden gem, and vintage motel from the Chicago starting line to the Santa Monica Pier.

What's inside:

• Chapter 1: Trip planning — timing, budget, packing, and motel booking strategy

• Chapter 2: Illinois & Missouri — Lou Mitchell's, Gemini Giant, Meramec Caverns, Munger Moss Motel

• Chapter 3: Oklahoma & Texas — Blue Whale of Catoosa, Cadillac Ranch, Midpoint Café

• Chapter 4: New Mexico & Arizona — Blue Swallow Motel, Wigwam Village, Grand Canyon detour, Oatman

• Chapter 5: California — Roy's Motel, Bagdad Café, and the Santa Monica Pier finish line

Plus a community chat where members share real-time road conditions, photos, and tips.

1-day free trial so you can preview the course before committing. Start your Route 66 journey today. 🛣️