Florida and the entire east coast is facing a major hurricane, the weather network is all about that. In our area it looks like warm temperatures, and we'll see about winds as we get going.
We're still 1,800 miles from destination, and 500 miles today will certainly put a hole in that. We're hoping for Little Rock, but will settle for anything west of Memphis. Here's our route.
The Fairfield Marriott turned out to be just fine, and we saved a bundle ($64 before taxes) by bringing along our coupon book, which we picked up at the last comfort centre along I-81. We had many choices, but settled here because it was steps from Cracker Barrel. Hotels put limits on how many rooms go to coupon clippers, but the front desk told me at this time of year they'll take all they can get. Fair exchange is no robbery.
We had considered camping back in Bristol, but we checked KOA rates and changed our mind. Overnight, with power and water was $50 (our hotel with breakfast $64). With dinner out just $20, you see the appeal of camping at the Fairfield.
Off to breakfast and an early start today. Well rested, ready to go.
