Thanks for the advice We have a carrier to use that will fit in the cab of the pickup with us, behind my seat.
I will definately be sure not to leave Inky in the truck alone. I'll look into the La Quints hotels; H. Inn Express is a tad pricy I have found.
I am planning on getting a harness so that I can let him out every few hours in the truck. I am not crazy about walking him outside, since he gets very frightened; then again, we do have a few more weeks; I could start getting him more used-to the outdoors.
Thanks again for yorur replies!