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Okay, so "The Great American Retro Road Trip" really caught my eye, especially since I've never been to the States but will be very soon and wish to use this book as my guide. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. The photos were absolutely stunning, and the writing so clear and packed with good info without being boring. Seriously, I’m definitely getting a physical copy for my coffee table.

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I suspected this book would my jam and I was right. I will definitely purchase this book when it comes out to help serve as a "bible" for our retirement Route 66 and beyond road trip. There are pictures of almost every place he mentions and he gives enough information to be able to locate them on the road. Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced copy of the book. Loved it!

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The book celebrates the unique American car and road trip culture and inspires the reader to want to get into their car, turn up the radio, and leisurely travel the highways and actively witness and experience their journey rather than simply arrive to their destination as conveniently, quickly, and mundanely as possible.

As a person who loves to road trip, this is a very useful and user friendly guide to unique and off the beaten path roadside attractions. The book is organized by geographic region and then into categories for attractions, food, lodging, and other sites. This makes the book easy to navigate and accessible for readers to relocate attractions of interest while traveling. While concise, Pujol's research is evident and I appreciated the pictures he provided of almost every attraction. That helped me want to continue and read more about different attractions. The book made me excited to look up which roadside attractions are near me in my own geographic area and which attractions might inspire my next road trip in a different part of the country.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an advanced copy of the book.

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This was a fun travel guide with great insights into retro Americana. I loved all the pictures and I for sure want to see some of these places! I loved all the that I was introduced to so many places I never even considered.

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As a family, I suppose as many growing up in the 70s, we took road trips every year. We had family across the country, so we did these long, focused drives. We have so many memories that make for a lot of nostalgic talk around the table. I really loved this book, and I wish this generation could experience the journey that was the Great American Retro Road Trip.

Thank you to Artisan Books and NetGalley for a digital ARC of this title in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.

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The Great American Retro Roadtrip by Rolando Pujol is an entertaining and whimsical journey across the USA via roadside attractions and locations both big and small. The photos are fantastic and the narrative is concise and light-hearted. I would LOVE to get my hands on a physical copy of this book! For travel enthusiasts and nostalgia lovers alike, this book is fun, fun, fun! Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for this advanced reading copy.

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🚗✨ Get ready to hit the open road and embrace nostalgia like never before! 🌟

Join journalist Rolando Pujol on a coast-to-coast adventure in The Great American Retro Road Trip! This captivating book celebrates the quirky roadside attractions, vintage signs, and beloved diners that define America's unique charm. From the iconic Buck Atom to the whimsical Big Idaho Potato Hotel, Rolando takes you on a journey filled with heartwarming stories and stunning photos that will ignite your wanderlust and nostalgia.

Whether you're planning your own road trip or simply looking to reminisce about the good old days, this book is a must-read! 📖❤️

👉 Dive into the nostalgia and discover the hidden gems of America! Check it out now: [Link to the book]

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I loved reading this! As someone who’s very interested in visiting all the parts of America, getting to see the past was so much fun! I really enjoyed the photos, as a native to Middletown NJ, getting to see the circus clown brought tears to my eyes (I moved out of state 5 years ago). This is an awesome coffee table book and worth the read

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This book was so much fun to read through. I really enjoyed seeing the old photos that were included. I definitely felt all of the nostalgia for the old days. I especially enjoyed seeing the places from Oregon that were included, most of them I have already visited. There is something for everyone in this book! I really want to go on a roadtrip now! A fun read for anyone who loves history, travel, and fun roadside stops!

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