So, around 2000, I decided to go to Telluride after many years of Merlefest and a gazillion other east coast festivals. I pulled out of Johnson City, TN on Sun. AM after breaking down my festival, Blue Plum, and headed out I-81 & I-40. I pulled into T'ride not knowing a soul orther than some of the performers and met my best friends in the world. I have never missed one since and I too am now married to a festivarian. I also left the sunny South 7 years ago and now live in the Montana Rockies. That solo trip to TBF truly changed my life, so have no doubts about doing this. And, I would strongly recommend driving I-40, turning north at Albuquerque and driving one of the most beautiful stretchs of road on the earth, 550. The biggest downside to driving alone is that you have to pay attention to the road and not the scenery.
Peace,
Ellen
That's awesome!
I knew there must be other people who had a similar experience to us
Falling in love with a festival, falling in love with the people, falling in love with the mountains...
After my initial trip I knew I was hooked, and living in the Blue Ridge Mountains with my festivarian hubby is the best choice I've ever made in my life!
As for your driving suggestions, I definitely want us to try out 550 on our way out this year!
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