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op in your car and experience the unmatched nostalgia of Route 66. From the hustle and bustle of Chicago’s aweinspiring Magnificent Mile to the picturesque farmland of Central Illinois, The First Hundred Miles of this legendary two-lane blacktop is lined with throwback diners, fascinating museums and some of the most popular photo-ops on the entire route. Whether you’re looking to chart a cross-country trip from Chicago to Santa Monica, or simply experience a unique getaway that’s close to home, TheFirstHundredMiles.com is now the definitive place to start planning your next adventure!
The Heritage Corridor Convention and Visitors Bureau, in partnership with Shaw Media, are proud to announce the launch of The First Hundred Miles, a comprehensive new tourism brand dedicated to promoting the best attractions, restaurants and events found along the first leg of the globally-renowned Route 66. On this new mobile-friendly website and accompanying social media accounts, you’ll find feature articles dedicated to noteworthy attractions, interviews with restaurateurs, inspiring photo galleries and a comprehensive events calendar. This new site also hosts a variety of printable route maps and pre-built road trip itineraries, directing you to popular boutique shops, sprawling nature preserves and delicious dining destinations. Be sure to sign up for The First Hundred Miles Newsletter, where you’ll get a once-weekly e-blast featuring exciting upcoming events and info on exclusive giveaway contests. To see all of our latest articles, and beautiful photos taken along Route 66, be sure to follow The First Hundred Miles on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. In this accompanying guide, we’ll be exploring the iconic sights of yesteryear, those legendary roadside stops that define the Route 66 experience, all while pointing you to some of the great contemporary amenities and hidden gems that the modern roadtripper craves. No matter what you’re looking to explore along the historic Mother Road, there’s an adventure awaiting you on The First Hundred Miles.
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