"Rock Star" road tripper checking in! Self-proclaimed anyway! Road trips and visits to all 50 states are my game. Find your next road trip destinations here. Fill your bucket list with fantastic US journeys. I love road trips and spare no effort in making my travels and experiences inviting for members of the road-tripping family! Pick a trip you want to take, or get inspired to plan your own. - - The Driveby Tourist (or call me Stan!)
๐ Iowa 80: The Truck Stop That's Larger Than Life! ๐
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โ Hey, road warriors and curious travelers (and Rock Star Road Trippers)! ๐ Buckle up for a wild ride through the biggest, baddest truck stop you've ever seen - Iowa 80! ๐ค Located on I-80 in Walcott, Iowa, this mammoth pit stop is like a small city for truckers and (rock star) road-trippers alike. ๐๏ธ Spread over a whopping 220 acres, it's basically the Disneyland of truck stops! ๐ข What's inside, you ask? Oh wow, where do I start? ๐ค ๐ฝ๏ธ Hungry? Choose from 8 restaurants, including a 300-seat buffet! ๐ Need supplies? There's a 30,000 sq ft Super Truck Showroom! ๐ฟ Longing for a shower? Pick from 24 private shower rooms! ๐ฎ Bored? Hit up the movie theater or dentist's office (yes, really!) ๐ Love big rigs? Check out the Truck Museum with antique beauties! But wait, there's more! ๐ Every year, they host the "Truckers Jamboree" - a 3-day extravaganza with concerts, fireworks, and even a Super Truck Beauty Contest! ๐๐ So next time you're cruising down I-80, don't just drive by - stop in and experience the legendary Iowa 80. It's not just a truck stop; it's a destination! ๐ (I believe that Buc-ees in Texas became jealous, so built their own monstrosities!) Remember: If you can't find it at Iowa 80, you probably don't need it! ๐ Happy travels, Road Trip Rock Stars! ๐ฃ๏ธ๐๐จ โ โTruckinโ Like a Rock Star!โ - Anonymous trucker! โ Classic Rock song: "Truckinโโ by The Grateful Dead โ Please email me about your experiences with very large truck and convenience store stops on the highway! โ โHere is the Premium Subscription page: You will get early views of new blog posts, one extra weekly newsletter, and views of all past published newsletters. And occasionally, I'll ask for votes on content! โ Until next time..... Stan โ Featured Post: When talking about large highway stops, think about searching for a Buc-ees. Originally from Texas, theyโve moved to other southeastern states, including Missouri and Colorado. Thereโs one in Springfield, MO, which is on Route 66. Check out the post about Route 66 and plan your stop in Springfield! |
Stan Wiebe
"Rock Star" road tripper checking in! Self-proclaimed anyway! Road trips and visits to all 50 states are my game. Find your next road trip destinations here. Fill your bucket list with fantastic US journeys. I love road trips and spare no effort in making my travels and experiences inviting for members of the road-tripping family! Pick a trip you want to take, or get inspired to plan your own. - - The Driveby Tourist (or call me Stan!)
Last week, I took a ghost tour on Summit Avenue in St. Paul. No, I didn't get scared! The tour was interesting from both a historical and a paranormal view perspective. If you are in the area, consider taking the tour. The base tour runs about an hour and 15 minutes and you can add an advanced option to see three more haunted locations. Here's the link which covers the base options. https://www.the-driveby-tourist.com/astonishing-ghosts-st-paul/ Thanks, Until next time... Stan
Last week, I took a ghost tour on Summit Avenue in St. Paul. No, I didn't get scared! The tour was interesting from both a historical and a paranormal view perspective. If you are in the area, consider taking the tour. The base tour runs about an hour and 15 minutes and you can add an advanced option to see three more haunted locations. Here's the link which covers the base options. https://www.the-driveby-tourist.com/astonishing-ghosts-st-paul/ Thanks, Until next time... Stan
Discover Nebraska Beyond the Interstate! ๐๐พ Why is Nebraska often overlooked, even though Interstate 80 runs right through it? Many travelers have zipped through the 455 miles of I-80 in Nebraska, stopping only for gas, food, or restrooms, missing out on the stateโs hidden gems. For a while, #VisitNebraska even embraced the tagline, โWeโre not for everybody,โ highlighting its unique attractions that deserve a closer look. ๐ฝ๐ค๏ธ I recently attended the Midwest Travel Writers Conference...