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Our Top 5 Neon Signs

Posted on June 8, 2020 by Tin Sheets
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Our Top 5 Scenic Roads in Colorado

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Our Top 5 Scenic Roads

Posted on April 8, 2020 by Tin Sheets
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Our Top 5 National Parks

Posted on March 30, 2020 by Tin Sheets
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Ride Like the Wind: On the California Zephyr to Denver

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From the City to the Sea: L.A. in a Day & The Coast Starlight

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Hail to the Southwest Chief: All Aboard for Los Angeles

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Dear Saxby

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Five Enchanted Days in New Mexico

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The Ultimate Green Chile Cheeseburger Smackdown

Posted on January 24, 2019 by Tin Sheets
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The Arizona 9 Motor Hotel in Williams, AZ began li The Arizona 9 Motor Hotel in Williams, AZ began life as Sutton’s Hotel Cottages sometime prior to 1941 (we found a listing in a telephone directory from that year). In the mid-1960s, it was purchased by Whiting Brothers, the once ubiquitous gas station and motel brand throughout the Southwest and along Route 66. For the next thirty or so years, it was operated with an adjoining gas station. Sold in the mid-90s, it changed its name to the current Arizona 9 Motel, but retained almost all of the Whiting Bros sign, changing just the top. The gas station is still attached but no longer operating. Known as the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon”, Williams is a cute town with tons of Route 66 history and a number of cool vintage signs. #signsunday #visitarizona #route66 #tinsheets
It’s #NationalLoveYourPetDay and we love a sleep It’s #NationalLoveYourPetDay and we love a sleeping Saxby! #momentofcalm #theredrascal #tinsheets
You know those big blue signs along the interstate You know those big blue signs along the interstates that advertise businesses at upcoming exits? Have you wondered how big they are? Well, they are approximately one Finley long and three lying down Finleys high (or 3’ x 4’ in normal measurements). We are dreaming of hitting the road and exploring, so we thought this was perfect for #FinleyFriday. #fbf #finewinecanine #wineswithaltitude #tinsheets
Saxby had a chance to do some training in Vail Vil Saxby had a chance to do some training in Vail Village today. As you can see, he was successful and quite pleased with himself. #goodboy #sark9 #vaillive #visitvailvalley #tinsheets
Built in 1897, the Como Hotel, one of just two bui Built in 1897, the Como Hotel, one of just two buildings constructed for the Denver Leadville and Gunnison Railroad, rose from the ashes of the former Como Eating House in Como, CO. The hotel was built on the foundations of and from the materials of the eating house that had burned down the year earlier. For the next forty years, the hotel served train travelers until passenger service was discontinued in 1937. After years of disuse, it was reopened in 1978 as a restaurant called the Como Depot. These days, the restaurant is no longer open, but some of the hotel rooms can be rented through Airbnb. #railroadhistory #roadsideamerica #colorfulcolorado #tinsheets
Though it’s not a traditional vintage sign, Salv Though it’s not a traditional vintage sign, Salvation Mountain definitely makes a statement. Just north of Mexico, in Niland, California, sits a hill made of adobe, straw, car parts, tree stumps, and lots and lots of paint. Salvation Mountain was first created in 1984 by a local resident from nearby Slab City, Leonard Knight, as a way to share the message of “God is Love”. Sadly, the first mountain collapsed, but he rebuilt in 1989 (and built and built), eventually creating the mountain that exists today. Although he passed away in 2014, his labor of love lives on through the countless volunteers that maintain the artwork and the many visitors that donate paint to keep the project alive. People and dogs on leash are welcome to explore the property and check out the different “buildings”, passageways, nooks, and crannies. A unique roadside attraction, Salvation Mountain is definitely worth a stop to admire someone’s vision to create a 50-foot high, 150-foot wide tribute to love. And also, because it’s kitschy as heck! #signsunday #roadsideamerica #visitcalifornia #finleysroadtrip #finewinecanine #tinsheets
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