We just checked the price of renting a car, and it was around that price, so I think you're doing okay.

As for what towns between Boston and Chicago to stop at, and what's worth seeing - - get a good USA road map and see if anything appeals to you. Most of us prefer to do a loop trip, not returning along the same route that one used going out. What YOU want to see depends on your interests, to make it YOUR road trip and not mine. Off the top of my head, for instance, Boston itself has a ton of things to see/do. Niagara Falls is between Boston & Chicago. There are some of the Great Lakes along the route. Pennsylvania has a ton to offer.

Once you get a good idea of what YOU'D like to see, we can help you with details, route issues, etc.


Donna