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One of the biggest advantages when you’re driving over-the-road is seeing the country. You'll be everywhere in your first year of driving, and one driver said he’s seen more of the country in one year than his neighbors have seen in a lifetime. So while you're driving, take some time between runs or at the end of a shift to visit some of the great tourist destinations around the country. Here are some ideas to get you started:

Halls of Fame – From the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland, OH to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, and the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY, if you’re a fan, there’s probably a hall of fame for it! Learn about the greats that impacted your favorite sport or pastime and relive a memorable moment or two.

Museums – Every large city has them and some cities are known for them. When visiting a new city, check out their art museums, natural history museums, or other cultural museums. Many cities are well-known for certain types of museums, like the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. Other cities may be hosting national tours of special exhibits, such as the King Tut exhibit.

Music, Music, Music – Nashville is known for the Grand Ole Opry, Branson is known for its shows, and Memphis is known for the Blues. Some cities are famous for their music and others have great local hot spots. Check out the music scene in the next town you visit & rock on!

Get a History Lesson – From the Battle of Bunker Hill in Massachusetts to America's first city - St. Augustine, Florida to the Flight 93 National Memorial in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, our great country has many memorials paying tribute to important historical events. Visiting these historical sites and memorials gives us a valuable perspective on the past as we dive into the future.

See a site – Who doesn’t want their photo taken in front of Mt. Rushmore? Or what about the St. Louis Gateway Arch? And the World’s Largest Ball of String? Investigate not only our country’s great natural landmarks like the Grand Canyon, but also man-made wonders and even those offbeat sites that few have even seen.

Before going to a tour destination, make sure they have adequate truck parking. If not, find a safe location to park your truck and take a cab on your sight-seeing tour. Have fun out there!