Originally Posted by
DougG
Well, I really couldn't write my life's story in this post to clarify everything :-). I've traveled coast-to-coast both camping and in motels in the way you describe, but that was back in my motorcycling days. In my current situation, I'd just like the extra security/backup that comes with having someone to call on, especially 100s of miles from home (and a concerned spouse).
Fair enough. But I see from your later post that your wife was thinking of coming along with the car? That seems a perfect solution to me, your own personal support vehicle only a cellphone call away. You won't get that sort of support from a tour company, and you can pick the route and timetable that most interests you both.