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  • 66 in Chrome and Clay

    A newer addition to the Mother Road is the Route 66 Monument, known as “Roadside Attraction,” located in historic Tucumcari, New Mexico. Commissioned by the New Mexico Arts Commission and the New Mexico Highway Department, the monument was designed by artist Thomas Coffin and completed in 1997. The sculpture features a larger-than-life chrome tail fin […] More

  • 100% Refrigerated Air: Blue Swallow Motel

    The Blue Swallow Motel is not your average motor lodge. Located in Tucumcari, New Mexico, the 12 unit motel has preserved almost all of its original features including pink stucco walls, a manager’s residence, and parking garages connected to each room. Details like these have landed The Blue Swallow on the National Register of Historic […] More

  • Forbidden Cave Dive: Blue Hole

    This dive destination has become world famous amongst scuba divers and travelers. Located along Route 66 in Santa Rosa, New Mexico, the Blue Hole is a natural pool that extends down over 80 feet. The pool is fed by the Ogallala Aquifer which pushes 3,000 high pressured gallons of water per minute (!) up from […] More

  • Seasonal Guide: Best Times to Travel Different Sections of Route 66

    Seasonal Guide: Best Times to Travel Different Sections of Route 66 Route 66, the iconic American highway stretching from Chicago to Los Angeles, offers diverse experiences across its nearly 2,500-mile length. This guide will help you plan the best times to travel different sections of the Mother Road based on weather, events, and attractions. 1. […] More

  • Route 66 Must-Visit: Tee Pee Curios

    A must stop for 66 souvenirs! Located on Route 66 in Tucumcari, NM this shop has a long heritage. Originally a Gulf gas station in the 1940’s, it has transformed over the years into a grocery, and then a trading post. The iconic teepee was added to the front of the store in 1960 when […] More