Just like 99% of the population, ticking the Grand Canyon off my bucket list has always been a dream of mine. So, when I was in Vegas, renting a car and doing a Grand Canyon road trip was an absolute must.

Stop #1 : The Hoover Dam

Nothing could prepare me for how amazing the man-made structure truly is with its’ stunning views of Lake Mead. The history behind the construction of the dam is fascinating. It was built during the Great Depression and the workers were paid a mere $4 per day despite the dangerous nature of their work. The historic landmark connects the states of Nevada and Arizona which meant that I was able to stand on the Nevada/Arizona state line. All in all, it was a pretty damn good stop.

Stop #2: Seligman, Arizona

Wandering around Seligman, I couldn’t help but feel that I had been transported back to the fifties, or on to a movie set. This is not surprising as, it is said that, Seligman was inspiration for the Pixar movie ‘Cars’. The retro town is full of vintage cars and Route 66 memorabilia. According to the locals, Seligman was the birthplace of Route 66. The Historic Seligman Sundries is a great place to stop and refuel with a coffee. The owners of the cafe/store suggested an alternative route to the Grand Canyon to ensure that we drove on the iconic Route 66 for at least a small part of my journey.

Stop #3: The Grand Canyon, Arizona

Two-hundred and seventy-six miles later, we finally arrived at the Grand Canyon. We eagerly made our way to the nearest lookout point to lay eyes on the natural wonder for the first time. It’s impossible to describe such an insane level of beauty. Suddenly I realized that every photo that I had ever seen of the Grand Canyon just didn’t do it justice. The vastness of the canyon took my breath away.