Route 66

When we were kids we watched a TV show called "Route 66" Now I can't recall the actors other than the Corvette, but at the time route 66 was a major east west route in the USA. With the building of super highways here route 66 became a less travelled route and many of the motels, fast food places and downtown business that catered to the travellers have closed shop and gone elsewhere. There are pockets where you can revisit the 60's along the old route but they are few and far between. Yesterday as we drove from Sedona to Vegas we happened to find a section of old 66. Here are a few photos.

Once we got onto highway 93 we weren't far from the Hoover Dam, so another stop was planned.

This dam was built from 1931 to 1935 to dam the Colorado river and provide power to Nevada.

This a beautiful monument dedicated to the workers who worked on the project.

This is the view out our living room window here at Grandview in Las Vegas.  We arrived yesterday about 4 pm local time and are delighted with our accommodations. We have a two bedroom unit, which is exactly the same for both of us. Each unit has a bedroom, full kitchen, living room, dining room, and bath with shower and tub. Lots of space and the place is very quiet. We also have use of the BBQ outside, hot-tub, and swimming pool. (a little chilly for the pool today)

Not sure what the plans are for tomorrow. Mary and Carol are busy preparing chicken for supper and Don and I are on the computer.

Thanks for stopping by.