Celebrating National Road Trip Day with The Best Timeshare Resorts Along Route 66
May 24th marks the start of the Memorial Day holiday weekend, but it also marks a special day for travelers seeking adventure this season: National Road Trip Day.
To help commemorate the day, we’re highlighting ARDA members that have resorts along Route 66.
Unlike traditional hotel rooms, these resorts offer multiple bedrooms, separate living and dining areas, full kitchens, and even in-suite washers & dryers, providing travelers with plenty of space to unwind and relax after hours spent cramped in a car, as well as plenty of great amenities and nearby attractions to explore.
Chicago Magnificent Mile, a Hilton Grand Vacations Club (Chicago, IL) Kick-off your travels by immersing yourself in the history and beauty of Chicago from Chicago Magnificent Mile, a Hilton Grand Vacations Club. Developed within the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago – Magnificent Mile, this special urban retreat is a model of urban imagination just steps from the city’s premier attractions.
Holiday Inn Club Vacations Holiday Hills Resort at Branson (Branson, MO) For travelers looking to explore beyond the main route, this resort is located 50 miles away in the popular family destination of Branson, Missouri (known as the “live entertainment capital of the world”), and offers a variety of amenities, including a golf course, indoor and outdoor pools, movie theaters, on-site dining and more. Branson also provides a wide variety of outdoor activities, thanks to the scenic Ozark Mountains and Table Rock Lake. Don’t miss the Route 66 Museum during your visit, about an hour’s drive from the resort.
WorldMark Grand Lake (Afton, OK) Situated on a peninsula in Grand Lake O’ the Cherokees, an area known as Monkey Island in Northeast Oklahoma invites you to play on 60,000 acres of sparkling lakes and 1,300 miles of shoreline with every activity you can image in and out of the water.
WorldMark Santa Fe (Santa Fe, NM) If the active life is your style, you can spend your time hiking, biking or fishing at this resort. The Santa Fe Opera, Georgia O’Keeffe Museum and the Museum of International Folk Art are all less than eight miles away. Make sure to also explore the High Road to Taos, with Pueblo architecture and local museums, or a drive down the Turquoise Trail, a scenic byway that connects Santa Fe to Albuquerque.
Club Wyndham Flagstaff (Flagstaff, AZ) Club Wyndham Flagstaff is a 2,200-acre retreat surrounded by gorgeous views of the Flagstaff, Arizona landscape and the onsite golf course, Continental Country Club. The onsite 18-hole championship golf course, 12-acre driving range and par 3 chip and putt course is sure to be a hit among golfers of all skill levels. While it’s easy to enjoy a stay here without even leaving the grounds, just 85 miles away is the Grand Canyon National Park. Other not-to-be-missed natural landmarks include Sunset Crater Volcano, Walnut Canyon National Monument, the Petrified Forest, and Painted Desert, while Downtown Flagstaff offers the charm of the old-West with a diverse collection of boutiques, shops, cozy restaurants, and eateries.
Hyatt Vacation Club at Piñon Pointe (Sedona, AZ) Located just off Route 66 in colorful Sedona, Arizona, travelers staying here can explore abundant hiking trails, historic Native American sites, unique landmarks, world-class spas, shopping, and more. This resort features stunning views of red rock formations throughout and offers accommodations from studios to residential-style two-bedroom villas featuring a full kitchen, spacious living area, a furnished balcony or patio, and fireplace. Don’t skip the multiple national parks and monuments, such as Sunset Crater Volcano and Agua Fria on your drive through Sedona.
Elara, a Hilton Grand Vacations Club (Las Vegas, NV) Find yourself at the heart of Las Vegas when you stay at Elara, a Hilton Grand Vacations Club; a 52-story Las Vegas timeshare resort on the center Strip known for its signature mirrored façade reflecting the very best of a Las Vegas getaway. Aside from spacious multi-bedroom suites with full kitchens, private washer/dryers, and floor-to-ceiling windows with incredible skyline, mountain and desert views, you’ll also enjoy adjoining access to the shops and restaurants of Miracle Mile and Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino just across the way.
The Westin Mission Hills Resort Villas (Rancho Mirage, CA) Located not far off Route 66 in the secluded desert of Rancho Mirage, surrounded by mountains and situated in the Coachella Valley, this family-friendly resort offers both relaxation and outdoor adventure. Guests can explore the nearby Living Desert Zoo, play a round of golf at the Shadow Ridge Golf Club, or take a refreshing dip in one of two pools. After a day of soaking up the California sun, return to your villa vacation rental, which boasts a well-equipped kitchen or kitchenette, washer and dryer, and Westin Heavenly® Bed. As you end your road trip, make sure to stop by San Bernardino National Forest and see where Coachella takes place every April (or even swing by!) for great music and festival experiences.
Happy road tripping!