Northern route

So much is happening here in the United States that I could be blogging about, but, more importantly to me, Chloe and I are leaving on our road trip tomorrow morning!  The excitement begins!

This idea came to me when I realized I had the entire summer free as my “big” vacation to Peru and Panama took place in May.  I made the decision to travel to two of the six states in which I had never set foot—New Hampshire and Maine and originally, I figured I would fly up there, rent a car, and meander around the two states for about two weeks.  Then the suggestions started coming in and I quickly changed course and decided to drive.

I have always been a planner and half of my fun is figuring out where I’m going to go, how to get there, and what I plan to do once there.  But, I also have to leave room for spontaneity.  So, for the vast majority of my trip, I am avoiding highways, and, on most legs, I am driving four hours or less.  I used the website Top Ten Scenic Drives on the East Coast to help me map out this junket as well as the site www.bringfido.com to make reservations.

Southern route

Lists have been printed, the car was serviced, reservations made, and the car is packed with all the various things I need or think I may need while away. The trip will traverse seventeen states and three Canadian provinces and, for the most part, avoid major cities.  Primarily I will be staying in hotels, but I am privileged enough to have family and friends along my route who are allowing Chloe and I to bunk for a night or two.  We will be driving a minimum of 5,600 miles, relaxing on three different ferries for approximately 82 miles, and walking lots and lots, although some of the latter will be up to Chloe.

I’m praying for decent weather tomorrow…