Having never gone out of California I have to say I think this plan is a bit over-reaching. I drove half the country by myself and it wasn't too bad but I was moving so it had to be done - just going from A to B. I am from the east coast and have taken road trips up and down the entire east coast and like I said, with variable weather and traffic and getting lost (you will get lost) it can be less than fun. I think taking a few shorter trips would be more advisable.

Most cats don't like car travel. And even when you get to a hotel where you can let them out they are totally disoriented and freaked out. My cat would just run under the bed in a strange hotel. And there is always the chance they will run out if you open the hotel room door. The only option is to shut them up in the bathroom which they also hate, or crate them.

Not my idea of fun.