Many people have asked, did we see this place or that place. The US is a big place and only three months traveling it is the fast track. I had to pick and choose what places and activities would be appealing to both of us and that had a lot to do with the route I had to take to get around the US in that time.

Another question I’m often asked is why I stayed at so many cheap motels and hostels. Hostels are great places to stay if you’re interested in meeting fellow travelers. People are friendly, helpful and always have interesting stories! You can also make your own dinner eliminating the cost or inconvenience of always going out for food. And if you’re a picky eater who prefers more veggies to mediocre café food, this is the way to go.

Cheap motels? It’s simple. I was on a budget but also it was just a place to stay the night. Plus, many of the small towns didn’t have chain motels. I also found it quite amusing and entertaining. On the days we stayed longer than one night, I usually opted for an Econo Lodge (now part of Choice Hotels) if I could find one. They were cheap and always clean.