The Start of Route 66

For adventurers who want to see the American heartland, Route 66 is without a doubt the best possible trip to take. You can see cities and towns withou relying on guidebooks, and really experience the people and the customs. If you're traveling to Chicago for a medium-long time, driving along part of this historical route should be mandatory. My advice is to start at the beginning of Route 66 in Chicago, where if you feel the itch for a road trip, you can rent a car for the day (for less than $30). 30 miles outside of Chicago, the landscape changes completely, and you'll see the typically American