10 Rules for Great Road Trips

Trip Start Apr 01, 1996
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Trip End Aug 26, 2003


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Friday, November 1, 2002

As we began preparations for the trip Round America, we established these 10 Rules of the Road:

Rule #1 - See the real world.  Stay off the interstate highways.

Rule #2 - Eat pie.  Eat where the locals eat.  Avoid franchised restaurants.  "Slow food" rather than fast food.

Rule #3 - See the sights that others miss.  Don't visit many theme parks.

Rule #4 - Plan to enjoy the unexpected.  When something catches your eye, check it out.

Rule #5 - Try new things - new places, new people, new food, new experiences.

Rule #6 - Stop and smell the roses...or whatever.  No need to rush; enjoy the journey.

Rule #7 - Think local.  Listen to local radio stations; read local papers; and watch local TV.

Rule #8 - Make the best of every situation,  If it seems boring or ugly or wrong, look again.

Rule #9 - Be smart.  Be safe.  Be prepared.  Exercise every day.  Keep the gas tank full.

Rule #10 - Preserve the experience.  Maintain a journal; keep records; and take a lot of photos.


Copyright 2003-2008, Round America and William M. Windsor
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