ROUTE 66 - TRAVEL THE HISTORIC MOTHER ROAD WHILE PLAYING CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF
Route 66 From End to End
Route 66 began in Chicago, Ill., and ended in Los Angeles, California. Its original length was about 2,400 miles (3,862 kilometers). However, it's impossible to know the exact mileage due to all the different permutations of the road over the years [source: National Historic Route 66 Federation]. The highway snaked through eight states -- Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and finally California.
Since the highway was decommissioned, Route 66 no longer exists on modern maps. In some places, in fact, the physical road is unpaved and virtually impassable. However, you can still follow some of the original road in your car. In many states, Route 66 parallels the interstate highway. In some areas, you'll see signs calling it "Historic Route 66."
Maybe you're wondering why anyone cares about an old, out-of-date road. Why are there so many organizations and museums dedicated to keeping the spirit of Route 66 alive? There are many reasons. Route 66 represents a true piece of Americana. Because this road wound through so many tiny towns, hundreds of odd little trading posts, motels and attractions popped up along the way. Although Route 66 faded into obsolescence, many of these pit stops remain -- frozen in time like ghost towns.
Route 66 holds a special place in American history. It illustrated the evolution of the American road from unpaved dirt to superhighway. It provided an economic and social link between the West and the Midwest, offering an artery for millions of people to relocate and change their lives. Route 66 assisted in transforming the West from wild frontier to modern community.
Route 66 also showcases some of the most beautiful scenery in America. The longest drivable section of Route 66 is in Arizona, where you can marvel at the beauty of the Grand Canyon or Sedona's red rocks. In New Mexico, you can visit archaeological sites featuring relics from early settlers and Native Americans.
Now lets talk about GOLF on Route 66. Why not combine the nostalgia of Route 66 with rounds of golf along the way? This trip is still a dream for many, but Emerald Tours has used their expertise in golf travel to organize a 19 day/18 night package tour of the Mother Road with nine rounds of golf along your journey from Chicago to Santa Monica, California. We can also organize tours of longer duration that includes more golf, including additional days in Orange County, California (our home) with many spectacular golf courses. We have hosted travelers from around the World who have traveled Route 66 to experience a journey back in time. Golf is played along Route 66 from virtually its beginning at Harborside International Golf Center in Chicago to its end at Rancho Park Golf Course in Los Angeles. If you have less time, we offer golf tours of shorter duration from Chicago to Albuquerque, New Mexico and another tour from Albuquerque to Santa Monica, California. Many of our travelers will experience the first half or Route 66 now and return a year later to finish the journey. But if you have the time and an adventurous spirit, we still recommend experiencing the entire journey in one spectacular guided tour! View our sample itinerary and contact us at 949-245-9397 or email paul@emeraldtoursgolf.com, so we can customize a Route 66 Golf trip just for you and your traveling companions. We will make sure this is a once in a lifetime expereince for you!
Route 66 began in Chicago, Ill., and ended in Los Angeles, California. Its original length was about 2,400 miles (3,862 kilometers). However, it's impossible to know the exact mileage due to all the different permutations of the road over the years [source: National Historic Route 66 Federation]. The highway snaked through eight states -- Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and finally California.
Since the highway was decommissioned, Route 66 no longer exists on modern maps. In some places, in fact, the physical road is unpaved and virtually impassable. However, you can still follow some of the original road in your car. In many states, Route 66 parallels the interstate highway. In some areas, you'll see signs calling it "Historic Route 66."
Maybe you're wondering why anyone cares about an old, out-of-date road. Why are there so many organizations and museums dedicated to keeping the spirit of Route 66 alive? There are many reasons. Route 66 represents a true piece of Americana. Because this road wound through so many tiny towns, hundreds of odd little trading posts, motels and attractions popped up along the way. Although Route 66 faded into obsolescence, many of these pit stops remain -- frozen in time like ghost towns.
Route 66 holds a special place in American history. It illustrated the evolution of the American road from unpaved dirt to superhighway. It provided an economic and social link between the West and the Midwest, offering an artery for millions of people to relocate and change their lives. Route 66 assisted in transforming the West from wild frontier to modern community.
Route 66 also showcases some of the most beautiful scenery in America. The longest drivable section of Route 66 is in Arizona, where you can marvel at the beauty of the Grand Canyon or Sedona's red rocks. In New Mexico, you can visit archaeological sites featuring relics from early settlers and Native Americans.
Now lets talk about GOLF on Route 66. Why not combine the nostalgia of Route 66 with rounds of golf along the way? This trip is still a dream for many, but Emerald Tours has used their expertise in golf travel to organize a 19 day/18 night package tour of the Mother Road with nine rounds of golf along your journey from Chicago to Santa Monica, California. We can also organize tours of longer duration that includes more golf, including additional days in Orange County, California (our home) with many spectacular golf courses. We have hosted travelers from around the World who have traveled Route 66 to experience a journey back in time. Golf is played along Route 66 from virtually its beginning at Harborside International Golf Center in Chicago to its end at Rancho Park Golf Course in Los Angeles. If you have less time, we offer golf tours of shorter duration from Chicago to Albuquerque, New Mexico and another tour from Albuquerque to Santa Monica, California. Many of our travelers will experience the first half or Route 66 now and return a year later to finish the journey. But if you have the time and an adventurous spirit, we still recommend experiencing the entire journey in one spectacular guided tour! View our sample itinerary and contact us at 949-245-9397 or email paul@emeraldtoursgolf.com, so we can customize a Route 66 Golf trip just for you and your traveling companions. We will make sure this is a once in a lifetime expereince for you!
