5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Driving Route 66

Beyond The Exit May 20, 2025
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🚗 5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Driving Route 66 Thinking about a Route 66 road trip? This video walks you through the 5 biggest things I wish I had known before Kim and I ever set foot on the Mother Road. These aren’t just fun facts—they’re real-world tips that could save you time, money, and frustration. We’ve driven Route 66 more than a dozen times, and this is the guide we wish we had the first time. 📕 RECOMMENDED GUIDEBOOK: EZ66 Guide for Travelers (affiliate link): 👉https://amzn.to/3ZsGWyS 💬 Have a question? Got your own tip to share? Drop it in the comments—we read every one. ☝️Planning your own Route 66 adventure? Here are two of the best apps to help you hit the road: 1. Route 66 Navigation by TouchMedia Turn-by-turn directions, offline maps, and real-time travel updates made just for Route 66 travelers. iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/route-66-navigation/id1271779151 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.route66navigation 2. Route 66 Ultimate Guide (based on the EZ66 Guide) Packed with roadside attractions, historic stops, and tips from the iconic EZ66 guidebook. Great for planning and exploring. iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/route-66-ultimate-guide/id1609901732 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=app.rt66ug Want the printed version of the EZ66 Guide to take with you? You can grab it here: https://amzn.to/3PXB0YX (affiliate link) Happy travels on the Mother Road! 🔔 Subscribe for more road-tested tips and deep dives from the road: 👉 https://www.youtube.com/@beyondtheexit #Route66 #Route66Trip #RoadTripTips #BeyondTheExit #TravelRoute66 #Route66Planning

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