Guest host Matt Shea takes you on a whirlwind tour of the rugged coastline in Oregon and Washington in this episode. There is unspoiled beauty here that does not overlook the conveniences that travelers appreciate. Here are the places where you can get away from it all and, as an old song says, take back something worth remembering.

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“History Comes Alive” 2025 is a summer program in full swing from June 6 through August 9 in Springfield, Illinois, bringing the city’s history to life through interactive events, reenactments, and costumed interpreters. Visitors will meet characters like Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd and are welcome to participate in activities at the Lincoln Home and the Old State Capitol. Food and beverages of the era are available too. In addition, Springfield remains intimately connected to historic Route 66. Amy Beadle, marketing and advertising director for Visit Springfield, is our guest.

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An article appeared in American Road magazine featuring Michigan's Upper Peninsula (U.P.) titled "A Superior Road Trip" in the March 23, 2021 issue. The article highlights the region's natural beauty and attractions. In this episode, travel writer and Michigander Amy S. Eckert talks about the glories of the region in summertime.

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