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Click On Road Trip USA

Mom’s Minivan
A great site if your travel plans include kids. Many games, activities and ideas to keep everyone happy during the journey.

National Scenic Byways Program
Travel 96 diverse roads promoted by the US Department of Transportation, indexed by state. This site also offers help with trip planning and features a log where travelers share their experiences.

Pedaling.com
Use your bike to see the country. This site offers free self-guided bike routes with maps and descriptions. There is a forum where bikers share information.

Pets on the Go

Pets Welcome
This pet travel resource lists pet-friendly lodging including campgrounds and beaches. Travel tips cover air travel, emergencies and international pet regulations.

Roadside America
Your online guide to offbeat tourist attractions.

Route 66: The Mother Road
History of the famous highway with highlights by state.

Step into History
Over 550 places in the U.S. where you can see life as it was in the past. Click on a state to find places where a period from the past is reproduced.

Theme Park City
This site features a directory of outdoor amusements in the US, Canada and Europe. It covers theme parks, amusement parks, water parks and zoos.

Prepared by Marty Krause, October 2005, revised July 2008

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