Originally Posted By: 02SE
I have to say I'm surprised that so many people have no interest in seeing the country in which they live. Especially as in the case of the OP, you can do so driving a company car, and being paid while doing so. I've traveled this country extensively by ground and in the air. Flying is great for getting to your destination quickly, but you miss out on a lot at 35k feet.
I've driven across the country several times. Been to all 50 states, spending days, weeks, or even months in each one. Been whitewater kayaking, hiking, and skiing in dozens of states. Visited/camped in dozens of national parks.
That's how you see the country.
Looking at it all through a windshield while you grind out 700 miles a day (the OP's plan) isn't actually seeing the country.
It's just misery.
Fly.
Then go spend 8 days somewhere new.
I have to say I'm surprised that so many people have no interest in seeing the country in which they live. Especially as in the case of the OP, you can do so driving a company car, and being paid while doing so. I've traveled this country extensively by ground and in the air. Flying is great for getting to your destination quickly, but you miss out on a lot at 35k feet.
I've driven across the country several times. Been to all 50 states, spending days, weeks, or even months in each one. Been whitewater kayaking, hiking, and skiing in dozens of states. Visited/camped in dozens of national parks.
That's how you see the country.
Looking at it all through a windshield while you grind out 700 miles a day (the OP's plan) isn't actually seeing the country.
It's just misery.
Fly.
Then go spend 8 days somewhere new.
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