Thats a good question and should be able to answer it properly in about 4 weeks time when I return from the Chicago to New Orleans holiday.
What i can say is I did the Golden West holiday back in 2010 for my first JY trip and absolutely loved it and think its still my favorite trip. The places you visit on route and the scenary is fantastic.
However been a fan of Blues Music think for me the holiday coming up is a bg one, got a few good night spots planned already.
Two completely different types of holiday for me both excellent.