America's Most Famous Road Trip

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[@koyote2e511]

I gotta say, as an Aussie, Tia’s love for big things just widens my smile more than u2 usually do. Looking forward to this one. Thanks guys🇦🇺 safe driving

[@parkhilton]

Yep, samesies

[@Elitist20]

25:58 - Tia talks about not having seen much of America, but as an Aussie, they've actually seen more of Australia than I have, as I've never been to Western Australia or the Northern Territory.

[@mandybrack1708]

I’m on Team Tia for seeing the big things - they are a great laugh and as an Aussie I’m hugely excited for Big Things American edition.

[@MrJames_1]

Thanks for the 'petrol' nod to Oz AND with an Aussie accent no less. The accent is pretty good 👍 Fun fact for the Aussies who call petrol pumps 'bowsers',,, I learnt from an ep of American Pickers (and just read the Wikipedia article before posting) that - "The first gasoline pump was invented and sold by Sylvanus Bowser in Fort Wayne, Indiana, on September 5, 1885,[4] pre-dating the automobile industry- It was commonly used to dispense the kerosene used in lamps and stoves." So I grew up using a brand name 😟 I'm off to Hoover the carpet and then make a few Xerox copies ☹ [yes I'm old]

[@Innerlight320]

Nz left the chat

[@erwinzyx]

Not only is your vehicle a rental, but it's also red, which makes it even faster!

[@That_is_for_me_to_know]

Known facts, rental cars can go fast. Any red car goes faster than any other colour

[@tarshnottrash1483]

Omg that Tia is finding big things there just to annoy Cheveyo is priceless! And now I’m craving some good maple syrup ….

[@redhammer9910]

🇦🇺 Magic journey guys. Route 66 was the culture symbol of America when I was a kid so this episode is going to be interesting so have a great journey. Looking forward to all those big things Tia, your bubbly personality I'm sure will bring them all to life for us Aussies to share. Just started my journey riding where the wind takes me, starting in Perth heading to Lucky Bay in my trusty caravan as phase one. Thinking of doing the half lap across the Nullabore then up to Uluru on to Darwin then cross back in to WA and Kununurra to the Gibb River road in search of the Gwion Gwion rock art then down the Coral coast, should be good. Stay safe and enjoy your trip across the US.

[@harrygoldun5779]

We need you honorary Aussie's back down here. More adventures await and maybe you could get Blueberry back and continue exploring this amazing land.

[@kismetau]

Mazda did an article on Blueberry and their road trip so maybe they'd be able to sponsor their next car - a 4WD maybe?

[@jillkimball]

The last time I tried to buy a paper map, every store owner looked at me like I had three heads 🤣But honestly, paper maps are essential in places like the Southwest, where cell service is super spotty. Happy navigating!

[@Caitness1]

As an Aussie I like.your appreciation of the big things Tia. So much fun to watch you traverse your homeland after your globe trotting.

[@lawriedavidson667]

As another Aussie, I am not at all put out by Tia’s love of Big Things! Secondly, I have watched a few videos on various interesting aspects of Route 66. I would have LOVED to have driven it but I didn’t have the time (I was working not playing in Texas and Washington DC). I will watch this all with added interest. When you get back to Aus you might like to find a few bits of the original Eyre Highway unsealed and much degraded but still drivable in sections. In a past life I drove that seven times in both directions in a 1963 Ford Falcon.

[@clairebpbutler2789]

Another American Australian here who is with you ALL THE WAY for the Big Things! Go Tia!

[@linhofmann4913]

Yay , as an Aussie who loved your Aust and NZ content, I have been hanging out for some US content . Thanks , looking forward to exploring 66 ' with you '

[@Innerlight320]

Where’s our petrol shout out 🫤

[@martynsonsearay3288]

Love that you translate for us Aussies these days i think we have got into your souls lol

[@imir3434]

While we're talking car names., someone above said Cherry, but as it's a rental and "fast" how about tweeking it to Cheri (Share-ree ) for a bit of glam? OR as it's a Honda (Asian company ) and we're still tying in the zippy thing, Goji? Go-gee, everything about that is about speed.

[@TheMightyAgency]

LOL. Young people looking at paper map is like a deer looking at the headlight. People don't truly appreciate how amazing GPS navigation is: it not only shows you where you are going, the direction you are going BUT also WHERE YOU ARE. And it's so tiring to constantly keep track of where you are just so that you know you are on the right track. Those were the days.

[@ElGordo1959]

17:45 Cheveyo, true old-time gentleman, bro!

[@nirvanaelements]

That's cheap petrol, works out at $1.37 per litre. Love the big things as an Aussie, keep showing them please!

[@davidbrown9015]

Yes....around $1.37 AUD.

[@Wdeane1957]

What a great video. As an Aussie I am enjoying the many historical Route 66 buildings and signs you are discovering. The back stories are very interesting and an insight into what life was like when Route 66 was a major highway. I dont know if you've watched the "Blues Brothers" movies but they were set in the Chicago area. So many iconic landmarks you were near - Cook County Building, elevated railway, Joliet (where the prison was), Elwood (the name of one of the brothers). Enjoy your road trip.

[@MrTaylor1964]

As an Aussie Route 66 is a bucket list ‘to do’. Interesting to hear your comments on how you think the USA has changed since you’ve been travelling the world.

[@sgraham005]

Hi Guys! We’re living between Thailand and the USA. Watching your adventures about six months now. If you guys want a break while on Route 66 though Flagstaff AZ we are near Tucson you’re welcome to use our place for a break from the road if you need some pool time and want to do some hiking in the mountains

[@belindahutchinson5333]

😂 those big things..Cheveyo's reaction is priceless. 🤣 Gets him every time. Loved the intro to your red rental guys 😂..

[@simonzorgdrager4700]

After previously watching other Route 66ers on KZbin, I had a inkling that Tia would find the Gemini man! Another Aussie enjoying your style and your adventures. Thanks for you clarification on Gas / Petrol, ha ha 😅

[@simonzorgdrager4700]

Are you guys aware there was a 60's pop hit called Dead Man's Curve? By Jan and Dean I think.

[@jackjacko8706]

Once again a fun video. I am glad I am not watching in public. People would wonder at the permanent smile on my face and wonder what why. You have crossed The Nullarbor now time for Route 66. I am sure you will find great iconic US attractions , some may be cringeworthy, but that is what makes America …America.

[@Ninja_chihuahua]

So glad that you’re doing “map time” for those of us with only a rudimentary understanding of American geography 😘😘😊

[@koryhaggert2848]

We just came back from Mexico via Amarillo and forgot about rt 66. About maple syrup.. maple leaf is on Canada flag because when early explorers came from Europe they had the beginning stages of scurvy by time they arrived. Native peoples cured their scurvy by feeding them maple syrup to drink.

[@Jaibee27]

Ive got to admit, the Gemini Man is a little nicer than our Big Potato

[@Laurie473]

🤣

[@stevemurrell6167]

Tia and Chevayo, wherever you have been in the world, I have never been concerned for your safety....now you are home again, I strangely am. Good luck. As soon as Tia said "It's time for our first attraction" I laughed and said gleefully "Something BIG?!".....YES!🤣 You mean to tell me America is now copying our great Aussie tradition?😅 At the end where you said "there's so much in our own back yard', I agree, I think a lot of Australians fall into the same trap and think they have to be travelling to other countries to see worthwhile things....not true. Our own countries are great and your's is no exception.👍

[@TrevorSampson1955]

Seems India is not the place for white women travellers

[@dougmaclean9752]

Yea Tia's big things - more-more-more-more-more-more

[@ian_forbes]

How can I know if a thing is big or not without a Tia for Scale! 🙂

[@RADIOACTIVE2000]

If Cheveyo has his face in his hands its usually a good indicator.

[@laurenokude8887]

Route 66 Oklahoma destination- Pops! Look it up! Very cool old school soda shop👍🏼

[@sharmilan8995]

I laughed so hard at the USA big things edition, loved seeing it in Australia! Tia , you rock!

[@Jennifer-mv9pg]

Looking forward to this! Would love to go on this trip myself, coming along with you 2 next best thing! What I love about America is that it is the same size as Australia, but all the middle is occupied, so there is always so many more places to stop off

[@ian_forbes]

Food hack for eating something that messy: When it comes with a base layer of packaging (in this case the aluminum foil), use that to handle it like a burrito. 😃. This should be a fun journey! I’ve driven through all 50 states but never officially followed Route 66.

[@OnePackWanderers]

Tia caught on with the aluminum foil trick. I did not 😂

[@Elitist20]

Lived in Chicago in the 90s (I'm Australian) and was amazed at the messy hot dogs from the Plush Pup diner near where I lived.

[@kerstinwallace9854]

Very lovely to see how comfortable you are, travelling on home soil and discovering that getting to know your own country is also an important, valuable and fun experience. Safe travels and go the BIG THINGS.

[@Muffy.from-Oz]

Ok, call the car "TOM" for Tomato. Have a great trip, Cheers, Muffy from Oz.

[@wayney180]

Hi I love the fact that you tell us the price of things. So many videos without this information. Am doing route 66 in May. And can’t wait for the rest of your. Videos x

[@DarkRaincloud456]

Thanks for taking us along for the ride, looking forward to seeing more adventures on 66, & enjoying Tia’s map reading skills :) (Also looking forward to more big things, watching from here in 🇦🇺).

[@TheAverageGuy12]

Welcome home! Love from Oz👍👍

[@vinhquyen46]

America, here we come back. Congratulation!!! Finally you guy back your home land again.

[@madswansfan1]

As an Aussie I’m so glad you found some ‘big’ things to find along your drive.

[@JustJokes-bw4fs]

I loved watching Tia try to manage a paper map for the first time. Took me back to the old school days.

[@Shift0231]

Enjoying the quaintness and history of Route 66’s small town America! Excited to see more!

[@cathymansfield8700]

Im really looking forward to how the landscape changes and what the small towns look like along the way.

[@dragonzord6615]

Hell yeah. You did a lap (mostly) around australia and now doing this. Two things I very much wanna do! I'm so keen.

[@donaldcroom1483]

speaking for Americans viewing, this chapter has all the warmth of a big welcome home.

[@TheSkskitey]

A great trip for you guys and us too . When you said STEED i was thinking you got a Mustang for your travels . In Australia a newsagent is a good place to get maps , is it called a bookshop in the stares? Happy travels :-)

[@OnePackWanderers]

You hit the nail on the head. The place we found maps, Barnes & Noble, is a bookstore chain in the US.

[@digimaze]

Looking forward to this 'road trip' and how much of the old Route 66 you get onto :) I was happy to just walk down through Seligman, AZ and checkout Angel & Vilma's Gift Shop a couple of years ago. Watched far too much American TV in my youth. :) Happy Trails guys and enjoy the 'cheap' petrol!

[@jacquelinerichardson5809]

Been looking forward to this. What a beautiful country! So envious. Enjoy ❤

[@davidlee2900]

Looking forward to your Route 66 adventure. We would really like to know how you progressively feel coming back onto US food after Aus, NZ, Asia and Europe. More processed/additives. Looking forward to your opinions.

[@Curious-traveler]

Really nice to see you guys in the US. You both make us all smile. Safe travels!

[@jesseg1699]

Ill always remember road trips as a kid I was always the one with the road atlas. They are super helpful and so interesting to look at. America never ceases to amaze me how much there really is to see out there that you wouldnt even expect. You really could spend a lifetime finding new little corners and new experiences. Im really looking forward to the rest of this trip. You guys really know how to get out there headfirst and enjoy the little things 😊

[@drawnbydaniel]

I went with some friends down I-40 a couple years ago and kept begging them to go to the old route 66 stops! Petrified forest and palo duro canyon are incredible - definitely worth the detours!

[@gregorylongmuir4036]

So good to see its not a BMW haha 😆

[@OnePackWanderers]

I love BMWs but I can’t even argue with this.

[@john-michaelgilliland2485]

It's refreshing to see you go home and show us your country

[@firebrand2619]

Sorry guys, Tia’s cheeky grin kind of gave the big thing away😅 Looking forward to the rest of Route 66

[@Shift0231]

Btw are we naming this rental? ‘Cherry’ immediately came to mind when I saw it!

[@underwriter53]

Don’t get me wrong, I love your Foreign exploits but this was a refreshing and charming experience!❤

[@Bluejay103]

I play a Dr X Route 66 guitar amplifier so gonna dig this trip But you still have to come to Tassie

[@Brightangel55]

Joliet and Elwood - the Blues Brothers !!

[@tomhalpin4991]

Welcome back to America!

[@dillp671]

BIG THINGS MURICA EDITION!!!

[@LonerCycle]

Looking forward to the world's largest ball of string.

[@cathymansfield8700]

Tia, also really looking forward to all the big things 😂

[@Loupdelou-ly1ve]

Interesting Bob Waltmire's bus wasn't covered in murals - but was a blank, timber canvas!

[@Route66BothLanes]

Van life sure has changed over the years :) We love seeing all the museums along the Route.

[@GumnutLaneJewellery]

I'm guessing a road atlas=a road map!? We have one up on you, we have a "route 69"!!! hahaha The corn dog looks like a battered sav! have a safe trip and don't forget " click,clack front n back" !!!🇦🇺😊

[@SteveSchmorleitz]

Yay for BIG THINGS! Looking forward to seeing many more along the route!

[@FrostyFrostySnow]

First time I've seen a hotdog that needs Tia for Scale

[@daveb5374]

Hope you get a boost in viewers - USA , lets go!!!

[@luborrelli8966]

Looking forward to the "biggest ball of twine in Minnesota"! ... a Wierd Al reference

[@Kiwi-Macca]

Defo ROOT not ROWT. I mean the song is root 66!

[@Ninja_chihuahua]

I’m so excited about getting to see America with you guys!! 😘😘🤩🤩

[@traveling4614]

I always find it cool to see travel vlogs from the US. It is home to you, but very foreign to me (as a Brit) - especially as you are travelling the splintered remnants of what's left of Route 66.

[@geoff2196]

" Oh no, come on, seriously" All hail the Big Things on this adventure!! I enjoyed this video, always good to have a bit of a laugh. Looking forward to the rest of the Route 66 videos. Travel safe guys ❤

[@bramba1953]

Love the "big things" road trip

[@user-fz8zh2dt6y]

Just ❤watching you guys! Yes, another Aussie here! I love how you’re both so informative, cheerful and funny! Reading the paper map was hilarious! 😂Keep finding the ‘big things’ Tia. Can’t wait to see what’s coming next. Travel safe. 😍

[@darrony3221]

So jealous. Its on my bucket list. Have a great time

[@maeranni]

Great content. Loving her happines.

[@hadynjeffrey8210]

Tia's evil laugh when she was talking about big thing. I think she may have a problem. Now I know where Australia got the big Banana etc😅❤

[@Ninja_chihuahua]

Thanks! Another awesome video- I already know that I’m going to love this series!!!

[@stuarthancock571]

I was kinda hoping for something authentically gaudy for Route 66. Like an old massive 1970's Cadillac or Chevrolet with huge hood and a 6 foot trunk.

[@OnePackWanderers]

I wanted to do this SO BAD but we’re on a tight time schedule and reliability was a big concern.

[@ryangibbins8196]

Good to see you two with a new set of wheels. The road trips are my favourite.

[@MegaGo68]

You should stay at the legendary El Rancho Hotel in Gallup, New Mexico. I was there a year ago and it was awesome.

[@starlapse365]

I can't wait to see what you guys do in my home state in the next video!

[@spope6852]

I thought so. There are some mighty interesting parts down New Mexico way. Have fun!

[@maryjorigotti3254]

Im going to enjoy this one! Enjoy travelling your own backyard - it's a great place to travel by car. Another Aussie who loves travelling and especially seeing all "Big Things" - go Tia 🤣

[@annettefrazier2233]

You can normally get free maps at welcome center entering each states.

[@Mrfrontrow]

COME ON CHEVEYO!!!!!! WHATS THE MATTER WITH YOU!!!! We love big things. Thats absolutlely awesome. We gotta show those Aussies we got big things too! LOL Looking forward to following your road trip with LOTS of "BIG THINGS" All the best to you froim San Diego, CA

[@Lonelytear24]

The first week of May is the opening week for Route 66. I will be driving from Oregon to Chicago to drive it opening week.

[@Laurie473]

Oh wow, imagine filling up a tank in Australia for $ 55 AUD... thats pretty much 1/2 price by our standards.... of $ 1.90 per litre here - on a 'good day'....

[@michaelhoran407]

Re: Meteor Crater, AZ & Petrified Forest NP, AZ Hi, Meteor Crater, AZ and Petrified Forest NP, AZ are worth stopping at.

[@michaelwallace7587]

You will pass about 20 miles from our home. Wilmington or Dwight, Il. We did 66 from Texas back to Illinois. I like traveling the back roads of the U.S. or any country. Whole lot of Indian Casinos in Oklahoma.

[@acovey77]

I love that you guys are doing this! This trip is also on my bucket list.

[@alexradojkovic9671]

10:20... Ah, the ol Super 8 motel (Originally $8 a night.. similarly the budget Motel 6, was $6 a night) Stayed there often in the 90s on driving holidays. I've heard that they've gone downhill since then. 14:00... I still have a 30 litre plastic tub full of my old road trip maps and atlas's from Aus, US & EU. Bloody heavy too. You were so lucky to get onto a half capacity cruise. Damn, you missed the Cahokia Mounds.

[@cathyhughes7442]

So excited about this series 😮😮😮

[@EmilyKaplan]

We have a Dead Man’s Curve in Cleveland on I-90 (which is the longest stretch of highway in the US, from Massachusetts to Washington - if you want to do another US driving adventure!). But our Dead Man’s Curve is a 90* turn at the edge of Lake Erie…. They have concrete barricades and stuff but, I mean if you try hard enough you can go swimming 😅

[@susanquigley8383]

I have just watched my cousin and his wife do the exact same route in their RV so I am looking forward to your vlog. Have a great trip and stay safe.

[@Krenisphia]

Hoping to see lots of off-the-beaten-path parts of the US I've never seen before.

[@ahmedmashhour1912]

While I wish I see you in places like West Asia or the Middle East which You will Hopefully do eventually, I love seeing you happy wherever you are💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@wonderland8]

Wooooo hooooooo this is going to be epic!!!! ❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉