The highway system in the United States is made up of several different roads. The older highway system in the United States goes to many more towns and cities than the interstate roads. Along most interstates and highways, you will see signs for motels or motor inns, which offer overnight rooms for travelers. Some motels, such as Econo Lodge, Budget Inn, Motel 6, and so forth, are less expensive than other motels and hotels. Hotels cost more because they usually offer more services, such as swimming pools, restaurants, and gift or food stores.
Hotels generally prefer reservations in advance.
Motels usually do not require reservations except during holidays and in areas that attract a lot of tourists during certain times of the year. Traveler's checks may be purchased from your local bank. Do not carry large amounts of cash when you travel. Unlike cash, you can replace traveler's checks if they are lost or stolen. When using traveler's checks, keep a list of the check numbers separate from the checks themselves, and keep a record of which checks you spend.