Route 66 centennial spurs tourism in historic small towns

As U.S. Route 66 turns 100 years old, travelers are searching for the brightest motels, most unique attractions and tastiest diners to celebrate its centennial.

The things Route 66 travelers seek today are the same ones that drew people out during the road’s heyday.

"[The] trucking industry increased like 700% between 1939 and 1964. In 1964, 80% of people vacationed by automobile," Route 66 author, Jim Hinckley, told Fox News. 

Historic Route 66 runs through dozens of towns ...