Thanks for the reply.

I drive a 2005 Saturn Vue 4 cyl. It supposedly gets about 34 mpg on the highway even though I typically see 29-30ish. It's made almost entirely of plastic. I try not to think about that when I am actually on the highway.

I have slept in the back before and with some velcro curtains (got the idea on here) the lights don't bother me. If I was even slightly taller (I am 5'9) it wouldn't work. I think 5 nights will be ok except the two in a row might not be fun. Oh and I picked the truck stops based on the fact I hate setting up a tent in the dark. The days we are doing them, will be likely dark by the time we get there, otherwise I too absolutely prefer camping.

As for skipping the Southeast we just did it last year and since we just don't have the time we are going to miss it this time thru.

As for the $50 a day is that for two or per person?

Thanks.