"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!)
Resending: Go Nuts Over the World’s Largest Pistachio in Alamogordo, NM! 🌰🎉
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Hey there, road trip fans and curious explorers! If you’re cruising through New Mexico, swing by Alamogordo to see the World’s Largest Pistachio—a quirky roadside attraction that’s hard to miss and impossible to forget! 🚗🛣️ I visited here in March of 2025. It’s a fun stop, similar to many of the “World’s Largest objects.” Standing tall at a (not so) impressive 10 feet, this giant pistachio sculpture celebrates the region’s love for this tasty, crunchy nut. It’s the perfect spot for a fun photo op and a little nutty humor! 🤳😄 Whether you’re a pistachio fan or love unique landmarks, this giant nut will surely crack a smile. Actually, it’s in the parking lot of a shop selling “all things pistachio!” Alamogordo is packed with charm and history, from the nearby White Sands National Park’s dazzling gypsum dunes to fascinating museums. So, after snapping your pic with the giant pistachio, why not explore more of what this cool New Mexico town has to offer? 🏜️🌵 Next time you’re on a southwestern adventure, don’t forget to add the World’s Largest Pistachio to your itinerary—it’s a small-town treasure with a big personality! 🌟🥜 Stay curious and keep exploring! Safe travels and happy snacking! 🚙✨ I didn’t spend much time in Alamogordo, just for the picture and a burrito for lunch! Isn’t Alamogordo and fun name to say? Also… I visited White Sands National Park nearby. The day was EXTREMELY windy; it looked like a snowstorm at times. I spent over five hours stopping on the highway near Roswell, NM, before spending the night there! The windstorm was so intense that the state blocked a 10-mile stretch due to zero visibility. "Words empty as the wind are best left unsaid.” – Homer Classic Rock song: "The Wind Cries Mary” by Jimi Hendrix Please email me about your experiences in a windstorm!!!! Here 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! Stan Featured Post: Let’s look at some of the quirky stops you can make! |
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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!)
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