Different day, different desert. We left the California desert, and now we're traveling through the Arizona desert. The terrain is definitely different, with a few more shrubs cropping up here and there. As we're driving along, Rob needs to go to the bathroom just as we pass the sign that reads, "Next service area, 79 miles" - oy. So we drive, and we drive, and we drive, and FINALLY we see the exit for Seligman, AZ. As we approach the gas station, we see signs everywhere that we have arrived at the birthplace of famous, historic Route 66.
Naturally, we have to purchase a few souvenirs, then travel on down Route 66 to get back on I-40. However, we DID NOT stop at the Roadkill Café for lunch!
We arrived in Prescott, AZ and quickly found our adorable hotel, The Motor Lodge. This place has more personality than anyplace we've ever stayed in. Our bed headboard is from the honeymoon suite at the Star Dust Hotel (no longer around) in Las Vegas.
Rob needed to rest, so I walked three blocks into town and began exploring. First place I visited was a cute quilt store where I found a great pattern. As I walked around the town, I was super impressed with the friendliness of the locals. The weather was perfect for strolling around Prescott. I learned lots of history while shopping, such as Prescott was the first capital of the territory of Arizona. Once it became a state, the capital changed to Tucson and then eventually to Phoenix. One of the shops that I made a purchase was once the original bank of Arizona.
We enjoyed a fabulous dinner at the Prescott Station! I will be searching the Internet for recipes for blackberry BBQ sauce and roasted corn. This truly was the perfect town for the last night on our road trip!
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