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GREETINGS FROM THE STAFF AT AMERICAN ROAD!

The AMERICAN ROAD staff would like to extend a hearty welcome to all the new subscribers and AMERICAN ROAD FORUM members! We are thrilled to have more road trip enthusiasts join the growing list of AMERICAN ROAD subscribers and online FORUM Group members.

 

Happenings at AMERICAN ROAD magazine:

The Autumn 2007 issue mailed. Anyone that subscribed after September 10 will be scheduled for our supplemental mailing of the Autumn 2007 issue - that mails next week.  We believe the next issue will help you plan some interesting places to visit on a future road trip!

 

In this edition of the AMERICAN ROAD E-NEWSLETTER YOU WILL FIND:

 

-CUBA, MISSOURI—ROUTE 66 MURAL CITY

-AMERICAN ROAD TWO-LANE TRIVIA CONTEST - WINNER

-CLASSIFIEDS

-SURVEY

-ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A GIFT?

-MANY THANKS TO THE ADVERTISERS IN AMERICAN ROAD

 

 

CUBA, MISSOURI—ROUTE 66 MURAL CITY (click the link below to read the article)

http://americanroadmagazine.com/road_news/road_news.html

 

 

AMERICAN ROAD TWO-LANE TRIVIA

 

The 3rd person that responded to me via e-mail with the correct answer to the trivia question (below) won a copy of "Glass Bottom Boats & Mermaid Tails: Florida's Tourist Springs," by Tim Hollis. Published by Stackpole Books. Retail value: $19.95.

 

Trivia Question: Who's Cadillac is on the cover of the Summer 07 issue of American Road?

Answer: The pink classic Cadillac belonged to Elvis.

 

Winner: Marjorie Diebolt from Seaside, Oregon.

 

CLASSIFIEDS

 

CALIFORNIA HISTORIC ROUTE 66 ASSOCIATION is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, promotion and enjoyment of Historic Route 66 in California. A quarterly newsletter, ROADSIGNS, includes news on events, preservation issues, history, and current Route information in California, along with news and contacts from the other Route 66 states, and is included with annual membership. E-mail: kickinon66@msn.com or visit http://www.route66ca.org for a membership application.

 

GAMBI HILL CABINS offer 12 cabins on ten acres of forest: full kitchens in ten cabins, mini-kitchens--micro, fridge, and coffee pot in the other two. All cabins are separate with private decks, BBQs, and occasional visits from Bigfoot! One mile from Willow Creek, California, on Highway 299. Call 530-629-2701.

 

GRANDE COLONIAL HOTEL LA JOLLA: Situated in the seaside village of La Jolla, the historic Grande

Colonial Hotel offers classic European styling in the intimate setting of a boutique hotel. Commanding views of the California coastline, the hotel is ideally located just steps away from miles of beautiful beaches renowned to Southern California. Also within walking distance are world-class shopping, museums and galleries. The hotel features 93 air-conditioned, non-smoking guest rooms and suites with complimentary wired and wireless high-speed Internet access. Heated outdoor pool, valet parking, complimentary USA Today, complimentary bottled water, bathrobes and evening turndown service are just a few of the luxuries guests will enjoy. NINE-TEN Restaurant boasts nationally acclaimed chefs, "Evolving California Cuisine" and an award-winning wine list. With its ideal location, gracious service and environment of extraordinary comfort, the Grande Colonial Hotel provides the ideal destination for travelers to La Jolla. http://www.thegrandecolonial.com/

 

Grand Canyon Tour Company offers the BEST tours at the BEST price from Las Vegas. http://www.anrdoezrs.net/a374c-7w36LOMQUSP...PMSOP" target=

 

THE RIVER HOUSE in Florence Oregon. Greet the day from the terrace overlooking the beautiful Siuslaw River! The River House is just steps from the unique shops and restaurants of Old Town and five minutes from ocean beaches, the Oregon Dunes and two 18 hole golf courses. Free internet access, cable TV, in room coffee, guest laundry. http:// www.riverhouseflorence.com

 

COOL SPRINGS Mobil Station circa 1926 15 miles west of Kingman Arizona on Old Route 66. History Museum, quality gift shop of art prints, unique gifts, Indian jewelry. Open year round Tuesday-Sunday 9-5PM Museum includes Rolling Stones memorabilia, petroliana, WWII Kingman Airfield, Will Rogers paintings.... check us out....http://www.coolspringsroute66.com.

 

PET STREET MALL: Supplies for the Traveling Pet Available at Low Prices and Free Shipping!

http://www.jdoqocy.com/kb102xfnbjm0315974A...64794" target=

 

PHOENIX INN SUITES - Vancouver is conveniently located near the gateway to the scenic Columbia Gorge and Portland International Airport.  Our Vancouver hotel has the perfect location for business or leisure travelers. Each morning we feature a delicious, Complimentary Breakfast Buffet. Our staff guarantees a professional friendly service to make your stay most enjoyable. http://phoenixinnsuites.com/<br />

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TONYCRAIG.NET – Explore the NEW BACKROADS PHOTO COLLECTION! Over 30 new images. Yes, it’s now up on the web for your viewing pleasure. All images individually printed on high quality art paper—and quality inspected by the photographer. Visit<br />

http://www.tonycraig.net.

 

 

NATIONAL HISTORIC ROUTE 66 FEDERATION. CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE http://www.national66.org

Find answers to frequently asked questions about Route 66; Shop for dozens of Route 66 items; Make reservations for Route 66 events; Look through the Route 66 photo and vintage postcard galleriesl; Join the National Historic Route 66 Federation.

 

 

ELK MEADOW VACATION VILLAGE is "the best place to stay in Redwood National Park." Open during construction with a Pre-Grand Opening Special of $199.00 a night for an authentic Redwood Logger's cabin with 3 bedrooms 2 baths, a fully equipped kitchen and in-house laundry area. Just a few steps from elk in the front yard and redwood trees all around. (707) 488-2602.

 

RAND MCNALLY: The new Harley-Davidson Ride Atlas (2nd Edition) is fully-loaded with motorcycle-friendly maps, rides, and resources. http://www.jdoqocy.com/7166at0px-EHFJNLIOEGFJNLLMH" target=

 

WORLD TRAVELER: 10% off storewide and Free shipping on orders over $100 - Save on luggage and travel gear at WorldTraveler.com. http://www.dpbolvw.net/8t118sjrfnq4759DB8E...5C9CE" target=

 

*Our advertisers and affiliate programs help support the free information provided via americanroadmagazine.com and our e-newsletter. Be sure to tell them you heard about them through American Road magazine.

 

SURVEY

 

We would like your input. Please take a moment to complete our survey at:

http://www.zoomerang.com/survey.zgi?p=WEB2273KXGDF3D

If you click on the link to take the survey you will see a greeting. As a token of our appreciation for your feedback, you will be provided with a password to access our Autumn 2007 Digital edition of AMERICAN ROAD in the greeting. Thank you!

 

 

 

 

ARE YOU SEARCHING FOR A GIFT?

Search no more. American Road is the perfect gift that will be enjoyed all year long! We can even e-mail you a personalized gift note that you can immediately print out and wrap. No waiting in line, no hassles. AND, if you order a gift subscription,YOU and the gift RECIPIENT will each receive an additional FREE issue of American Road. Order today by calling toll-free 1-877-285-5434, or order on-line (http://www.americanroadmagazine.com/subscribe/subscribe.html#online). Now that's a great gift for yourself, too!

 

We also now have GIFT CERTIFICATES (available in $5.00 increments)! They may be used by the recipient to purchase subscriptions, back issues, or any item in the Hitching Post. These may be purchased on-line from our store using PayPal.

 

And, don't forget all the great gift ideas advertised in AMERICAN ROAD and on our new website! Be sure to visit our NEW on-line store at http://americanroadmagazine.com/catalog/. Choose from hundreds of items. And, from now through November 30, 2007 we are offering FREE shipping within the continental United States for orders of $100 or more. Individuals who place an order exceeding $50 in merchandise will receive a FREE gift with purchase (Your choice of an AMERICAN ROAD travel mug, an AMERICAN ROAD pewter key chain, or an AMERICAN ROAD pewter pin.

 

Be sure to visit http://americanroadmagazine.com/advertising/adv_request.html for our list of advertisers offering great gift and travel ideas. Be sure to tell them you saw it in AMERICAN ROAD!

 

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU

 

We welcome your correspondence and questions. Have you paid a recent visit to one or more of the places mentioned in a previous issue of AMERICAN ROAD? We want to hear about it. We love receiving your cards, letters and e-mails. You may send us a letter or e-mail. Send letters via US mail to:

American Road

PO Box 46519

Mt. Clemens, MI 48046

 

You may send e-mails to becky@americanroadmagazine.com.

 

(Letters and e-mail may be published in an upcoming issue of AMERICAN ROAD and may be edited for style and available space.)

 

ARE THERE ANY SPECIFIC HIGHWAYS OR AUTO TRAILS THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO READ ABOUT IN AMERICAN ROAD?

 

Let us know. We review reader input when planning our feature schedule.

 

MANY THANKS TO THE ADVERTISERS IN AMERICAN ROAD

 

They help make AMERICAN ROAD possible. When you patronize them be sure to tell them you saw them in AMERICAN ROAD.

 

Now, for your convenience, you can obtain your FREE travel information from our advertisers—no stamps, no long distance charges, no need to visit multiple websites—simply visit our NEW Request for Advertiser Information Card at:

 

http://americanroadmagazine.com/advertising/adv_request.html

 

ADVERTISERS

 

GIVE YOUR CUSTOMERS THE GREEN LIGHT—advertise in American Road. (National/State Tourism/Eastern Regional Advertisers contact the Advertising Eastern Regional Office -The McNeill Group (1-800-394-5157 or via e-mail at nniklauski@americanroadmagazine.com); Western Regional Advertisers contact Dick Bublitz, at 1-877-285-5434 x31 for information on this affordable advertising option).

 

ADVERTISERS

 

Abraham Lincoln Library & Museum 423-869-6235 http://www.lmunet.edu/museum/index.html

Alton Regional CVB 800-ALTON-IL http://www.visitalton.com

American Road Magazine

Berwyn, Ill. 708-788-8100 http://www.visitoakpark.com/

Bowling Green CVB 800-326-7465 http://www.visitbgky.com

California Route 6 Tourist Association none http://www.route6tour.com

Chautauqua County VB (NY) 866-908-ILNY http://www.tourchautauqua.com

City of West Wendover (Nev.) 866-299-2489 http://www.westwendovercity.com

Cool Springs Museum/Gift Shop 928-ROUTE66 http://www.coolspringsroute66.com

Dekalb County (Ind.) CVB 877-833-3282 http://www.dekalbcvb.org

Elizabethtown, Ky. 800-437-0092 http://www.touretown.com

Evanston, Wyoming

Gallup (N. Mex.) Development Comm. 800-242-4282 http://www.gallupnm.org

Gilmore Car Museum 269-671-5089 http://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org

Heritage Corridor CVB (Ill.) 800-926-CANAL http://www.heritagecorridorcvb.com

Hodgenville (Ky.) Main Street 270-358-3411 http://www.laruecountychamber.org

Hudson Valley (N.Y.) Tourism 800-232-4782 http://www.travelhudsonvalley.org

Hurley, Wisc. 866-340-4334 http://www.hurleywi.com

Illinois Route 66 Heritage Project 866-378-7866 http://www.illinoisroute66.org

Janesville (Wis.) CVB 800-48-PARKS http://www.janesvillecvb.com

Kenai, Alaska Peninsula Tourism 800-535-6324 http://www.kenaipeninsula.org

Kokomo, Indiana 800-837-0971 http://www.visitkokomo.org

Litchfield, Ill. 217-324-5253 http://www.cityoflitchfieldil.com

Macoupin County (Ill.) 217-854-7727 http://www.macoupincountyonline.net

Manitowish Waters, Wisc. 888-626-9877 http://www.manitowishwaters.org

Merrill Area (Wis.) 877-907-2757 http://www.merrillchamber.com

Minocqua, Wisc. 800-44-NORTH http://www.minocqua.org

Missouri Tourism 800-519-1300 x493 http://www.visitmo.com

Montgomery County CVB 800-866-3973 http://www.crawfordsville.org

Motorcycle 101

Munger Moss Motel 417-532-3111 http://www.mungermoss.com

National Road Assn. Of Illinois 888-268-0042 http://www.nationalroad.org

Nebraska US Route 6 Tourist Association 402-773-0222 http://www.route6tour.com

Nevada Silver Trails http://www.nevadasilvertrails.com

Noble County CVB (Ind.) 877-202-5761 http://www.visitnoblecounty.com

North Central Idaho Travel Association 877-364-3246 http://www.northcentralidaho.info

Oregon-California Trails Assn. 888-811-6282 http://www.octa-trails.org

Oshkosh (Wis.) CVB 877-303-9200 http://www.oshkoshcvb.org

Ouachita Springs Region Arkansas

Pennsylvania Route 6 Tourist Association 87-PAROUTE6 http://www.paroute6.com

Pioneer Historic Byway 888-201-1063 http://www.pioneerhistoricbyway.org

Plagues and Pleasures on the Salton Sea http://www.saltonseadocumentary.com

Pontiac, Ill. 800-835-2055 http://www.il66redcarpetcorridor.org/pontiac.html

Pony Express Territory (Nev.) 888-359-9449 http://www.ponyexpressnevada.com/hwy50

Roadworks 928-289-5423 http://www.roadworksroute66.com

Route 66 DVD by Paccom Films http://www.paccomfilms.com

Route 66 Hotel and Conference Center 217-529-6626 http://www.route66hotel.com

Route 66: The Television Series http://www.route66tvseriesbook.com

Schoodic National Scenic Byway 202-667-7131 http://www.schoodicbyway.org

Seaway Trail Inc. 800-SEAWAY-T http://www.seawaytrail.com

Southeast Idaho Pioneer Country 888-201-1063 http://www.visitidaho.com

Stevens Point/Plover (Wis.) 800-236-4636 http://www.stevenspointarea.com

Stoughton, Wisconsin 608-873-9712 http://www.stoughtonwi.com

Tony Craig Art Ink, Inc. none http://www.tonycraig.net

US Route 6 Tourist Association none http://www.route6tour.com

Wausau Wisconsin 888-WI-VISIT http://www.visitwausau.com

Waushara County (Wis.) none http://www.whereupnorthbegins.com

White Pine (Nev.) 775-289-8877 http://www.whitepinechamber.com

Wisconsin Highway 51 866-HWY51-WI http://www.explorehwy51.com

Yellowstone Trail Association 800-236-4636 http://www.yellowstonetrailwi.com

 

 

PARK PLACE

 

Your curbside calendar - to submit your events for the calendar please use our new Calendar Event Submission Form on our new website at

https://americanroadmagazine.com/calendar/c...ndar_submission.

 

Due to the high volume of listings we receive, calendar listings are now made available through our new website at: http://americanroadmagazine.com/calendar/calendar.html

 

IS IT TIME TO RENEW/SUBSCRIBE TO AMERICAN ROAD?

 

A batch of renewal notices will be mailed in the next few weeks. If you just mailed in your renewal form with payment, it is possible that the next renewal letter may cross your payment in the mail. Please disregard the notice if that is the case. You may now renew or subscribe on line. Simply go to the following link:

http://americanroadmagazine.com/subscribe/subscribe.html

 

You may also subscribe or renew by calling our toll-free number at 1-877-285-5434 x1. If we are assisting another caller, it will roll over to voice mail—so please leave us a message. We are always happy to call you back.

 

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I forgot to mention in the e-newsletter that the survey we are currently conducting expires on November 4, 2007. There are only eleven survey questions-it should take no more than 2- 5 minutes of your time.

 

We value your feedback and will use the data from the survey to make improvements to American Road magazine and americanroadmagazine.com.

 

For your convenience, the link to the survey is:

http://www.zoomerang.com/survey.zgi?p=WEB2273KXGDF3D

 

Thank you for your input.

 

Best,

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I forgot to mention in the e-newsletter that the survey we are currently conducting expires on November 4, 2007. There are only eleven survey questions-it should take no more than 2- 5 minutes of your time.

 

We value your feedback and will use the data from the survey to make improvements to American Road magazine and americanroadmagazine.com.

 

For your convenience, the link to the survey is:

http://www.zoomerang.com/survey.zgi?p=WEB2273KXGDF3D

 

 

Thank you for your input.

 

Best,

 

I did my civic duty! B)

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I did mine as well, but I had to put my date of birth in 1982. What's the big difference besides insurance cost anyway <grin>?

 

Tracy

 

 

Hi Tracy,

 

Thanks so much for taking a moment to provide us with your feedback. Regarding year of birth - that question may give us insight into whether or not American Road appeals to a particular age group or if it appeals to all age groups. From there we determine if we are meeting our goals, or if we need to make adjustments in order to do so.

 

Thanks again for providing us with input.

 

Best,

Becky

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Hi Tracy,

 

Thanks so much for taking a moment to provide us with your feedback. Regarding year of birth - that question may give us insight into whether or not American Road appeals to a particular age group or if it appeals to all age groups. From there we determine if we are meeting our goals, or if we need to make adjustments in order to do so.

 

Thanks again for providing us with input.

 

Best,

Becky

 

I figured that's why you were asking. I was merely commenting that I had to age myself by four years because 1986 was not an option for year of birth.

 

The team did great work on the last issue, by the way!

 

Happy to provide feedback,

Tracy

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I figured that's why you were asking. I was merely commenting that I had to age myself by four years because 1986 was not an option for year of birth.

 

The team did great work on the last issue, by the way!

 

Happy to provide feedback,

Tracy

 

 

Hi Tracy,

 

We appreciate your input very much. And, thanks for the compliment! I'll be sure to pass it along.

 

The survey tool set the ages automatically - unfortunately, I don't have any control over that aspect. But, if I can provide feedback to them I will!

 

Best,

Becky

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