I think Jerry is on this one. The "scenic" beauty of I 95", well I don't think it exists, does it?

 

It's not my job to know every road in the country, but when someone says scenic beauty I take that at face value
If the road is scenic it sounds to me like a drivers road, thus the S and not that Toyota thing

If Jerry is being sarcastic then just ignore my reply

 

Jerry, sarcastic?

 

If you've got all season tires on the S and the forecast doesn't call for snow or ice I say drive the S. If it does call for snow or ice then fly (and rent a convertible) or stay home.

 

For those who have never experienced the "beauty" of I-95, but have driven on the NJ turnpike, the only difference is that you have to pump your own gas once you get out of New Jersey. It's really too bad, as there are so many really nice parts to those states that people passing through never get to see. That's why I avoid Interstates if at all possible when I am traveling.

 

After driving across the country twice, using Interstate freeways and tollways, two years ago, I'm sworn off of Interstates whenever possible. Unfortunately, I am compromised when time is off the essence. Interstates are boring and predictable, and typically not scenic. They're fine if you want the straightest and usually quickest route, but scenic, typically NOT. There are more rest stops, fuel depots and the occasional historic marker along the Interstates. Take a two-lane highway and you may not find fuel for 100 miles or more. If you have the time, take the scenic route, and stay off of I-95, I-10, I-40 or other wide, straight road. Enjoy the drive.

 

Offer Accepted

 

^^^This. My wife and I took the S on a 10 day, 6K mile trip to Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks from NY recently. We were both comfortable and had no issues with space. (We did laundry once at our motel in Yellowstone mid trip.)

 

Take the S but only drive to Lorton VA just south of DC and take the auto train

 

Take the Prius. Call it penance for your sins.