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The Ultimate Guide to Route 66: Illinois

Illinois is the beginning of the Mother Road. See what the Prairie State has to offer during the Route 66 Centennial year.

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Route 66 Illinois Begin road sign at Chicago city downtown. Buildings facade background. Route 66, mother road, the classic historic roadtrip in USA
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This Incredible Flower Road Trip Through Illinois Is The Ultimate Spring Adventure

by Will Suphan
on Apr 17
Map highlighting a flower road trip route through Illinois, promoting a spring adventure.
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The Country’s Most Impressive Rest Stop Is Hiding Right Here In Illinois

by Andrea Verschuyl
on Apr 3
Aerial view of a lush green island surrounded by calm water, with trees and a winding path visible.
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Illinois Road Trip Ideas: 11 Best Road Trips + Itinerary

by Melissa Mahoney
on Feb 10
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The Ultimate Pie Shop Road Trip In Illinois Is As Charming As It Is Sweet

by Melissa Mahoney
on Apr 26
Map of a pie shop road trip in Illinois, highlighting routes to various pie shops with a slice of pie illustration.

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Take This Road Trip To Visit 7 Of The Best Donut Shops In Illinois

A donut road trip through Illinois highlights some of the best donut shops in the state.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Mar 29
A brick building with large windows and a pink donut sign, set against a cloudy sky. Parking lot in front.
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The Most Delicious Illinois Road Trip Takes You To 7 Hole-In-The-Wall BBQ Restaurants

Discover seven hole-in-the-wall BBQ joints in central Illinois through a customizable road trip.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Feb 17
Map showing a road trip route to hole-in-the-wall BBQ restaurants in Illinois, with key locations marked.
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This Natural Wonders Road Trip Will Show You Illinois Like You’ve Never Seen It Before

Explore 10 breathtaking natural wonders in Illinois on an unforgettable road trip.

by Laura Meli
on Feb 16
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Here’s The Perfect Weekend Itinerary If You Love Exploring Illinois’s Waterfalls

A three-day road trip in Illinois features beautiful and often-overlooked waterfalls and fall-themed spots.

by Amanda Glandon
on Feb 6
Map showing a route for a "Waterfall Weekend in Illinois," highlighting key locations and travel time.
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The Sweetest Road Trip in Illinois Takes You to 7 Old School Chocolate Shops

Embark on a road trip to visit seven vintage chocolate shops in northern Illinois.

by Elizabeth Crozier
on Feb 21
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