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Route 66 Oklahoma-Texas-New Mexico Itinerary

Route 66 Oklahoma-Texas-New Mexico Itinerary

by | Jul 22, 2026

Route 66, known as The Mother Road, runs through the southern Great Plains states of New Mexico, Texas, and Oklahoma. This suggested nine-day itinerary begins in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and ends fittingly in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where the story of this highway first began. Cyrus Avery a visionary businessman from Tulsa who is known as The Father of Route 66 was instrumental in creating this road. He called it Main Street America and it is this road trip across this vast landscape where you can experience classic Americana.

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El Paso, Texas: Where Texas Begins and Adventure Never Ends

El Paso, Texas: Where Texas Begins and Adventure Never Ends

by | May 6, 2026

Forget everything you think you know about Texas. El Paso, Texas, doesn’t do things the way the rest of the state does. Perched at the far western tip of the Lone Star State — where Texas, New Mexico, and the rugged Southwest converge — this borderland city defies every expectation, and it rewards every traveler bold enough to seek it out. 

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Exploring Campbell County: History, Wildlife, and Scenic Wonders in 3 Days

Exploring Campbell County: History, Wildlife, and Scenic Wonders in 3 Days

by | Mar 31, 2026

Start your final morning with a one-hour drive to the iconic Devils Tower National Monument, the country’s first national monument. Here, you can hike the scenic 1.3-mile base trail, which winds around the tower’s massive rock formation, or simply soak in the breathtaking views from the visitor center. Devils Tower’s dramatic landscape and rich cultural significance make it a must-see destination for any traveler in the region.

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