Discovering Peoria, Illinois
Though I’ve lived in Illinois all my life, I finally had a chance to visit this mid-size city a few weeks ago.
Read MoreJun 22, 2010 | Activities
Though I’ve lived in Illinois all my life, I finally had a chance to visit this mid-size city a few weeks ago.
Read MoreJan 19, 2026 | Activities, America 250
In the coming months, an earth-shaking revolution that turned the world upside-down 250 years ago will be celebrated in grand style throughout the land, creating special opportunities for history-themed tour programs.
Read MoreJan 13, 2026 | Itinerary Region
This three-day Springfield, Illinois adventure celebrates the heart and history of Route 66, blending classic Americana with rich cultural storytelling.
Read MoreJan 13, 2026 | Activities
Your road map to the standout events and experiences that make this Route 66 Centennial celebration truly shine.
Read MoreJan 13, 2026 | Activities, History & Heritage
As America’s most legendary roadway approaches its 100th birthday, communities along Route 66 are preparing for a yearlong celebration unlike anything the Mother Road has seen.
Read MoreJan 13, 2026 | Activities
As cities and towns along old Route 66 rev up to celebrate the road’s 100th anniversary in 2026, classic neon signs, many of them lovingly restored in recent years, will be taking center stage.
Read MoreJan 13, 2026
Celebrate 100 years of the US Route 66 with this once-in-a-century opportunity for travel and tourism.
Read MoreDec 15, 2025 | Activities
From the jungles of northern Thailand to the sandy shores of South Jersey, elephant encounters left their footprints on this writer’s 2025 travels
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