2024 Cross-Country Road Trip with Ford BlueCruise: A U.S.A Summer Excursion

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As summer begins, Americans are preparing for a cherished tradition: road-tripping. According to a survey conducted by The Vacationer, 75 percent of Americans plan to take at least one road trip in the summer of 2024, with most individuals remaining within 100 miles of home. This prevailing tradition, rooted in the early 1900s adventures of Henry Ford and The Vagabonds, is now being revolutionized by Ford Motor Company with their BlueCruise hands-free driving technology.

BlueCruise, available on 97 percent of United States highways designated as BlueZones, promises to make long road trips more pleasant and simpler by minimizing driver fatigue. To commemorate the practicality of the feature, Ford compiled a list of top BlueCruise routes for summer travel, integrating recommendations from customers. Below is a suggested itinerary:

Dallas to Wimberley

Drivers can kick off their trek by traveling through the Texas Hill Country, starting in Dallas with an optional overnight stop in Austin. Enthusiasts get to explore cultural highlights, outdoor adventures, and culinary delights. Visit Barton Springs Pool and enjoy live music in Austin, then head to Wimberley for a blend of glamor and camping at The Yurtopian Hill Country Resort, where travelers can combine the allure of being in nature with the luxury of a curated experience. Glassblowing demonstrations are also available at Wimberley Glassworks.

L.A. to Santa Barbara

This coastal journey offers a relaxing weekend getaway from Los Angeles to Santa Barbara. The outing encompasses whale watching, visits to the Santa Barbara Zoo, and Spanish-influenced architecture. Indeed, customers can authentically experience the locale and elevate their cross-country quest by dining at Jeannine’s Bakery and Restaurant while lounging at the upscale Rosewood Miramar Beach for an elegant weekend stay.

Detroit to Traverse City

The scenic trip from Detroit to Traverse City is an ideal drive for locals and visitors. For example, intrepid adventurers can stop for lunch at H2O’s Waterside Grill in Bay City and munch on northern Michigan-favored pasties in Grayling. Along similar lines, Traverse City offers an array of activities to partake in. Customers have the option of roaming over to the Grand Traverse Resort Hotel and Spa, along with savoring the local cuisine at The Cottage and Moomers Homemade Ice Cream. Not to mention, the shores of Lake Michigan are optimal areas to explore, ranging from the dunes and beaches to the hiking trails.

Houston to Florida 30A

Traveling from Houston to the Florida Panhandle uncovers the shimmering waters of the Gulf of Mexico and numerous beach towns dotted along Florida State Road 30A, such as Seaside, Destin, Rosemary Beach, and Panama City Beach. Visitors are encouraged to peruse the beach towns before making an overnight stop in New Orleans to fully embrace its lively and vibrant music scene. Moreover, while in Florida, stay at a coastal beach house or the WaterColor Inn, and bask in beach activities, fishing, or snorkeling.

L.A. to Holbrook, Arizona

As the journey consists of 93 percent hands-free BlueZones, Ford owners possess the luxury of reliving a classic Route 66 road trip from Los Angeles to Holbrook, Arizona. Optional stops include Sedona to see ancient fossils and the exemplary Chapel of the Holy Cross. Additionally, visitors can view the awe-inspiring Meteor Crater & Barringer Space Museum and stay at The Wigwam Motel in Holbrook to explore the Painted Desert.

NYC to The Hamptons

This trip is an escape from New York City to the tranquil shores of The Hamptons and Montauk. That said, enthusiasts get to enjoy grab-and-go lunch at Round Swamp Farm, tour the waters by sailboat, relax on Main Beach in East Hampton, and relish seafood with ocean views.

Cruise Across the Country as a Ford Vehicle Owner from Sunrise Ford! 

Ford’s BlueCruise technology makes these road trips more enjoyable by allowing hands-free driving on designated highways. Blue Oval customers can gain as much exhilaration from off-track experiences as they get from attending the race itself. Share your road trip plans with fellow Ford owners on Ford’s social media channel. 

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