"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!)
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Hey, Road Warriors! 🚗💨 Ever felt like your standard pit stop was just a bit too... small? If you’re cruising through the Nevada desert, you’ll find a monument to the American road trip: the World’s Largest Chevron—the legendary Terrible’s Road House on I-15 in Jean, NV! 🌵✨ (Can it really be “legendary” if it opened only nine years ago!??!) Spanning a massive 50,000 square feet, this isn't just a gas station; it’s a desert destination. With 96 pumps, you’ll almost never have to wait for a fill-up. Inside, it’s a neon-lit wonderland featuring 60 sparkling clean restrooms, a massive beer cave, and even a life-sized Bigfoot for those essential road trip selfies! 📸👹 But how does it stack up against the Texas titan, Buc-ee’s? 🦫⛽️ While the Jean Chevron is a behemoth, Buc-ee’s still holds the crown for pure scale. The newest Buc-ee’s locations, like the one in Luling, TX, clock in at over 75,000 square feet with 120+ pumps. The vibes are also worlds apart:
If you want a taste of the Nevada desert and a massive selection of snacks, the Jean Chevron is a must-visit. But if you need a gallon of sweet tea and a t-shirt with a beaver on it, Texas is still calling your name. If you are a dedicated US Road Tripper, be sure to look for these huge convenience stores! Safe travels, and keep those tanks full! ⛽️✌️ By the way, if you can’t find a Buc-ee’s and you aren’t in Nevada, look for Wally’s in the Midwest, Wawa’s on the East Coast, Sheetz in the Mid-Atlantic/Midwest, Kwik Trip/Kwik Star in the Upper Midwest, and others. Most of them aren’t nearly as large, but they offer more than a typical C-Store. Sorry, looks like this newsletter “morphed” into more than just Terrible’s! "Where the journey becomes the destination." Classic Rock song: "Queen of the Supermarket” by Bruce Springsteen Please email me about your unique convenience store experiences! Here is the Premium Subscription page: You will get early access to new blog posts, one extra weekly newsletter, and access to all past newsletters. And occasionally, I'll ask for votes on content! Stan Featured Post: Here’s link to stories from road tripping in Missouri, with a stop at the Buc-ee’s in Springfield, MO. |
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"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!)
Pack your bibs and put on your dancing shoes, because we’re heading to the heart of Acadiana! Deep in the misty, moss-draped lands of Breaux Bridge, Louisiana, lives a resident who is a little bit "pinchier" than the rest. Welcome to the home of the Giant Crawfish Sculpture! 🦞⚜️ In the "Crawfish Capital of the World," the mudbugs aren't just a delicacy—they’re legendary. This oversized, crimson sentinel stands tall as a whimsical monument to the spirit of the swamp. With his massive claws and...
On February 26th, I'm headed out to cover the south end of the Great River Road Plus. As in plus more attractions in Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, Kentucky, and Indiana. Here's a link to my preview post. If you want to follow along, here's a link to my "The Driveby Tourist" Facebook page. I'll be posting quick posts about the trip daily. And, I'll send "regular" updates to my email list. You can sign up on The Driveby Tourist website. Thanks to all for following me. Until next time.......
A a In the small town of Newbury, NH, a simple piece of roadside graffiti has become a legendary symbol of enduring love. 🌲💖 Along Route 103, a jagged stone outcropping bears a message that stops travelers in their tracks: "Chicken Farmer, I still love you." The legend began in the 70s or 80s (the legend is unclear), when a shy teenage boy, smitten with a girl who lived on the chicken farm across the street, painted "Chicken Farmer, I love you" on a rock. 🐔💌 Too nervous to speak to her in...