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LocalLit book preview: ‘Route 66 Chicago to Santa Monica’

Book bills itself as ‘the only Route 66 guidebook with a fully integrated app’

By Denise M. Baran-Unland
“Route 66 Chicago to Santa Monica” is a guidebook to traveling the iconic highway.

“Route 66 Chicago to Santa Monica” is a guidebook to traveling the iconic highway. (Denise Unland)

A second book about traveling Route 66 was sent to me around the same time John Weiss sent his book, “Traveling the New, Historic Route 66 of Illinois.”

So I thought it might be fun to compare the two. Weiss focuses just on Illinois, of course, so I was curious what local sites the Roadtrippers book “Route 66 Chicago to Santa Monica” would highlight and if it had any special features. And the I’ll review it in the LocalLit newsletter on Tuesday.

Here is an abridged version of its Amazon description: “The guidebook features the entire iconic U.S. highway, from Chicago, Illinois, to Santa Monica, California. It divides the legendary road into six sections. For each, you’re given a map, recommendations on everything from campgrounds to restaurants, and the fun and fascinating details that make each stretch compelling and unique. You also get random facts, “Weirdville” stories, and even a hand-picked playlist of songs for each leg of the trip. Roadtrippers further helps with tips on how to plan your adventure, how to pack your vehicle, what to bring along, and more. Plus, there is information for international travelers and for those on motorcycles.”

“‘Roadtrippers Route 66″ is the only guidebook that can be paired with a supplemental app. Use your mobile device to easily plan a trip with friends, save and share your travel itinerary, learn more about each point of interest, and get turn-by-turn directions to out-of-the-way places. Check the app while on the road for live updates and exclusive offers. The basic version is free to use, and the book comes with one free month of the premium Roadtrippers Plus subscription.”

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Contact Denise M. Baran-Unland at 815-280-4122 or dunland@shawmedia.com.