Road trips are woven into the fabric of America’s history and directly tied to the creation of roadside attractions from the unusual to the breathtaking. At 2,559 miles, I-40 is one of the longest and most popular interstates in the country and connects the East and West coasts. I-40's history is also connected to the legendary Route 66, the one time mecca of roadside attractions that turns 100 in 2026. With centennial celebrations planned across the country (more on that be

Long Beach, Calif., just 25 miles south of Los Angeles, is the perfect place to spend a relaxing, hassle-free, day along the Pacific Coast. With almost 500,000 residents, Long Beach is big and thriving, yet still feels warm and comfortable when spending a waterside day in and around the city’s Rainbow Harbor. Here are Take Note & Go’s favorite 7 ways to spend the day in Long Beach. 1. Tour Queen Mary The proud grand dame of Long Beach is the Queen Mary . This former luxury l