3.2 Trillion Miles Driven On U.S. Roads In 2016
New estimates released by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) show that U.S. driving topped 3.2 trillion miles last year. It is the fifth straight year of increased mileage on public roads throughout the nation, and underscores the demands facing America’s roads and bridges, and reaffirms calls for greater investment in surface transportation infrastructure. The new […]
2016 NASCAR Schedule, Track Links and Area Lodging
With the 2016 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series only a few weeks away, The I-95 Exit Guide has just published it’s annual NASCAR schedule feature.
The new section lists the 2016 NASCAR schedule with links to the individual track websites. The feature also includes information on lodging near each track as well as in the immediate area.
You can find the 2016 NASCAR Schedule feature at www.i95exitguide.com/nascar-weekends/.
Updated – Restaurants Open Christmas Eve and Day 2015
Not all of us will be home for Christmas, or comfortably seated with friends and family for a Christmas feast… some of us will be on the road.
I-95 travelers looking for a holiday meal can find it quite difficult. You’re tired and hungry so you jump of an exit only to find that every restaurant is closed.
An increasing number of chain restaurants are choosing to remain open during the holidays, or at least opening for limited hours to meet customer demand.
Here’s out list of chain restaurants open for business on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day 2015. (This listing will be updated as additional information becomes available.)
Restaurants located at Interstate Service Plazas and Welcome Centers may be required to stay open.
– Updated 12/18/15 –
- 99 Restaurants – Open Christmas Eve Day. Closed Christmas Day.
- Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill and Bar – Most locations will be open Ch
Restaurants Open Christmas Eve and Day 2015
Not all of us will be home for Christmas, or comfortably seated with friends and family for a Christmas feast… some of us will be on the road. Highway travelers looking for a holiday meal can find it quite difficult. You’re tired and hungry so you jump of an exit only to find that every […]
Americans Drive a Combined Average of 25 Billion Miles During the Holiday Season
Winter weather is here – just in time for many Americans to embark on holiday road trips. According to an online survey commissioned by Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) and fielded by Harris Poll in October 2015,* Americans log a combined national average of 25 billion miles on the road to visit family and spend a combined […]
Georgia I-75 Welcome Center to Close for Renovations
The Georgia Welcome Center on Interstate 75 in Ringgold will close for renovations starting Monday, November 30, 2015 for a maximum of 110 days. Motorists will have no access to the Welcome Center driveway, parking areas or building during this renovation and beautification time. Signs are up informing visitors of the scheduled closure, following the Thanksgiving holiday. Renovations […]
AAA Says 46.9 Million Americans Traveling for Thanksgiving Holiday 2015
AAA Travel forecasts 46.9 million Americans will journey 50 miles or more from home during the Thanksgiving holiday, a 0.6 percent increase over the 46.6 million people who traveled last year and the most since 2007. With 300,000 additional holiday travelers, this marks the seventh consecutive year of growth for Thanksgiving travel. The Thanksgiving holiday […]
Six Flags Over Georgia Adds New Themed Areas for 2016
Thrilling family fun is in the works as Six Flags Over Georgia introduces the world’s first DC SUPER FRIENDS themed area and the all-new Bugs Bunny Boomtown. The two newly-themed children’s areas will feature 12 rides and attractions that families can experience together at the Thrill Capital of the South. This latest expansion is part […]
Georgia: Road Work Takes a Breather This Labor Day Weekend
ATLANTA – To ease Labor Day weekend traffic congestion statewide, the Georgia Department of Transportation is suspending construction-related lane closures on Interstate highways and heavily traveled state routes from noon on Friday, September 4 until 5 a.m. on Tuesday, September 8. “Labor Day weekend is the last holiday of the summer and we expect heavy traffic on our […]
Over 35 Million Traveling For Labor Day 2015, Highest Since 2008
The American Automobile Association (AAA) is projecting that 35.5 million Americans will travel 50 or more miles from home during the coming Labor Day holiday weekend. This number represents the highest travel volume for this holiday period since 2008… and a one percent increase over 2014. 30.4 million of these travelers will do it by […]
Celebrate Independence Day at The Coca-Cola July 4th Fest at Six Flags
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation, (NYSE: SIX) the world’s largest regional theme park company, is partnering with Coca-Cola® for the third annual Coca-Cola July 4th Fest at Six Flags, July 3-5 at all U.S. theme parks. This three-day patriotic celebration is included with park admission and features a full weekend of fun for the entire family […]
Memorial Day Travel Will Be Highest in 10 years Says AAA
The American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates that 37.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more from their homes during the Memorial Day holiday weekend. That number represents a 4.7 percent increase from the 35.5 million people who traveled last year and the highest travel volume for the holiday in 10 years. AAA also predicts that […]
Interstate Highway System Turns 59!
2015 marks the 59th anniversary of the Interstate Highway System. On June 29, 1956, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956. With that stroke of the pen began the single greatest public works program in the nation’s history, the Interstate Highway System. Here’s a little information we’ve compiled that we thought […]
Summer 2015 Brings New Family Fun to I-95 Amusement Parks and Attractions
Amusement parks, water parks, family entertainment centers, museums, zoos, aquariums, science centers, and other attractions across the United States and Canada are rolling out an exciting new lineup of fun in 2015. The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) releases its annual compilation of new attractions opening this year and highlights 2015 trends, […]
Summer 2015 Brings New Family Fun to I-75 Amusement Parks and Attractions
Amusement parks, water parks, family entertainment centers, museums, zoos, aquariums, science centers, and other attractions across the United States and Canada are rolling out an exciting new lineup of fun in 2015. The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) releases its annual compilation of new attractions opening this year and highlights 2015 trends, […]