Travel Destinations in the USA

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Travel to the Incredible Destinations of the United States

Hundreds of National Parks, spanning coast to coast, world class cities, and charismatic small towns in between rural farmlands. It's what makes the United States such a unique world travel destination, begging to be explored. From the coastal inlets of New England to the arid desert of Death Valley, the snow capped peaks of the Grand Teton range to the wetlands of the southern states, the USA is incredibly diverse, and easily traveled.

Here you'll find some of the best destinations in the USA, with links to further information on each region, along with some travel tips and suggestions.

 

The road to Offen 2 by Jasmic

Sunset road by Tambako the Jaguar

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Endless road by TheFriendlyFiend

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Travel by Road Trip 

Visit the best destinations in America via road

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Road travel can be the best way to see many of the destinations within the United States. Places like New England, California, Florida and the east coast have many attractions within a relatively small area, so it just doesn't make sense to fly. Other regions like the four corners and the southwest don't have air travel to the remote deserts, so you're only option is to drive. Driving will allow you to see everything, and can stop at some of the smaller, more personal destinations along the way.

 

The U.S. Road Trip Travel Blog 

The latest on traveling the United States via road trip

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Visit the 50 States Road Trip Blog to find more information on road trippin' across the country!

The 50 States Road Trip blog features some of the best destinations within the USA, from coast to coast, along with travel tips and advice.

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Car Driving through Redwood, CaliforniaRoad trips require some pre planning, as fun and spontaneous as they sometimes are. Some of the best ones thrown together at the last minute, but some simple preparation will let you enjoy the trip even more. For instance, do you want to be eating fast food your entire trip? Do you want to be caught in the predicament of rush hour traffic major city after major city? Read some of these lenses for suggestions on what to do before you head out.

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U.S. Travel in the News Right Now 

Updated every 30 minutes, find out what's going on right now!

US Travel Calls for Enhanced Airport Security Techniques
US Travel highlighted "whole body imaging" (WBI) and increased use of canine security as examples of promising security measures in need of greater analysis ...
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... (October 2009) travelhorizons(TM) survey, the quarterly consumer survey of 2200 US adults co-authored by Ypartnership and the US Travel Association. ...
US incident has little impact on Asian airlines
?We expect there will be limited impact on air travel but the increased security measures will inconvenient those travelling to the US,'' he said. ...
Cuba grants US consular access to detained American
There had been a slight thaw in US-Cuba relations since Obama took office in January and lifted some US travel and remittance restrictions to the island ...

 

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San Jacinto Mountains, Palm Springs, California by smittenkittenorig

Christmas in Palm Springs by jpopesku1

Mt. San Jacinto (Palm Springs) by anjinsf

Palm Springs April 2009 by mercedesfromtheeighties

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The Coachella Valley of California 

Southern California's inland desert valley

Greetings from Palm Springs

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The Coachella Valley of southern California is one of the hottest areas of the United States, and one of the most interesting. The region is an innovator in wind energy, as you see wind turbines lining the pass near Mt. San Jacinto. Further into the valley, a vast desert community sprawls out over the towns of Palm Springs, Cathedral City, Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, Indio, and others. Often referred to as the Palm Springs area, some of the best golf resorts and luxury spas in the country are right in the valley. The world famous Aerial Tram is one of just a handful of rotating tram cars in the world, and will provide an enormous view of the valley and way beyond.

 

Night view of Boston from Longfellow Bridge by Pear Biter

Faneuil Hall, Boston by Tony the Misfit

Moonrise over Boston by Pear Biter

Boston skyline from the Atlantic Ocean by Willem van Bergen

Boston Public Gardens - Swans by David Paul Ohmer

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A Road Trip to New England 

Travel the six unique states of New England...

New England is an easy place to plan a road trip, with each of the states being only a few hundred miles apart at any given distance. Experience what Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont all have to offer on this illustrated lens featuring some of the best things to do and places to see in this northeast region.

Boston 

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Books 

Journeys of a Lifetime: 500 of the World's Greatest Trips

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Where To Go When (Eyewitness Travel Guides)

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The Most Scenic Drives in America: 120 Spectacular Road Trips

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Unforgettable Places to See Before You Die

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The Southwest 

Sunset on Kiva at Pueblo Del Arroyo, Chaco Culture National Historical Park, USA

Sunset on Kiva at Pueblo Del Arroyo, Chaco Culture National Historical Park, USA Photographic Print

Washington DC 

The nation's capitol and the monuments

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T-Shirts to Remember your Trip to DC 

Unique, customized designs on these Washington DC t-shirts and totes!

The ExSquidition Travel Journal 

Find some of the best travel destinations all over the world!

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Visit the ExSquidition Travel Journal for some of the best travel lenses on Squidoo, from Hawaii to the Philippines, Oregon to Bournemouth.

The ExSquidtion Travel Journal 

The best travel themed Squidoo lenses you can find!

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The ExSquidition Travel Journal puts a spotlight on the best travel destinations across the world, as written by the talented lensmasters of Squidoo. Each post contains links to some of the best information on the web for that specific destination, whether it be the Philippines, The Canadian Rockies, London, Ireland or Disney.

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Las Vegas 

The man made paradise in the desert of Nevada

The Strip, Las Vegas, Nevada
The Strip, Las Vegas, Nevada Art Print


A hundred years ago, Las Vegas was nothing more than a pile of sand. Now, you can see it from space as the night sky illuminates upwards (most noticable the Luxor hotel). The city boasts incredible luxury in the form of hotels, spas, bars, and popular getaways for all around fun. Oh yeah, and the casinos, don't forget those.

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Yosemite National Park 

Northern California's majestic granite peaks and domes

Half Dome and Elm
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If you could label just one place in the USA as heavenly, it might be Yosemite National Park. The park's valley view is a moving experience that can only be described by actually being there, but I'll try. As you leave the tunnel that leads through the mountains just before the valley, you'll immediately be dumped out into the "valley view" area of Yosemite. Gazing across the valley floor, you'll see rows of alpine spruce trees, framed with granite peaks. Gushing waterfalls cascade down in between the peaks and rumble all across the park, as the mountains recede into the distance as far as you can see.

 

Sunset at the Monument Valley - Utah by Rob Inh00d

Antelope Canyon - Utah by Rob Inh00d

Utah State Route 12 by Wolfgang Staudt

Utah Scene by Kamal H.

USA 2004 (September 19th) Utah, Arches National Park by Paraflyer

postcard: 1947 utah by debairdâ„¢

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Utah 

The beatiful National Parks of southern Utah

Arches National Park, Utah


Utah is a favorite spot to visit in the United States for a number of reasons. First, there's a string of National Parks one right after another in the southern portion of the state. Second, it's a trip in itself, as you make your way from Bryce Canyon to Zion National Park, to Capitol Reef to Canyonlands and Arches National Park. The red rock canyons and sandstone formations will leave a lasting impression on you that won't soon forget.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: The USA 

A recommended guide to traveling the United States

DK Eyewitness makes one of my favorite general guides to the United States, this one. It covers every region of the country in depth, with travel tips and advice that's easy to look up on the go. The size of the book is perfect for traveling, and the cover is durable and won't bend or curl over time. There's also a lot of illustrations in the book, which gives a better idea of what you might be interested in than big blocks of boring text.

USA (Eyewitness Travel Guides)

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This guide highlights the USA's national parks, scenic routes, the vast wilderness, world-class cities, top museums and galleries. Regional chapters cover the culture, history and sights in-depth. A practical section on visiting the USA helps you plan your trip in advance, giving tips on travel, customs, laws and what to expect while traveling in the USA.

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Death Valley National Park 

The largest National Park in the lower 48 states

Moving Rocks, Death Valley
Moving Rocks, Death Valley Photographic Print


It's one of the most remote National Park in the lower 48 states, yet still attracts thousands of people even in the peak months of summer. Why? The area has the biggest sand dunes on the west coast, enigmatic features like the "Racetrack" moving rocks, and even it's own castle. Intrigued yet?

Everglades National Park 

Florida's wetland wilderness reserve

Sunrise in Everglades National Park, Florida
Sunrise in Everglades National Park, Florida Photographic Print


No, this isn't Disney World, it's the real must-see attraction of Florida, the Everglades. This massive moving tidal zone covers the entire southern region of Florida, as the entire water system slowly ebbs back and forth with the ocean. Towering palmettos offer welcome retreats to the endangered bird life, while the low lying mangroves deeply root into the creeks and rivers. The water leads to the open waters of the Atlantic, home to sea turtles, coral reefs, manatees, and some of the clearest water in the United States.

The Grand Canyon, Acadia National Park, the Everglades... these are what America is known for. It's the natural beauty that is synonymous with traveling the United States...

National Parks in the USA 

The pristine wilderness and historical areas of the United States

Mountains, Denali National Park, Alaska, USA
Mountains, Denali National Park, Alaska, USA Photographic Print


These National Parks are amongst the greatest in the country. Experience the wildlife and lapping waves of the Atlantic beaches, the panoramic views of the Rockies, or the amazing geysers of Yellowstone's geothermal system.

Where's Your Favorite Spot in the United States? 

Where would you recommend people visit?

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    papawu papawu Jun 5, 2009 @ 3:43 pm
    I really enjoy your Travel America lenses. Perhaps it's because I have actually had the chance to drive and see so much of it. As a matter of fact, I am about to leave home (L.A.) once again. In the next 3 months, I will be going to Vegas, Oklahoma City, Chicago, Detroit, South Jersey, and Philadelphia. And yes, I will be driving through it all.
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    mbgphoto mbgphoto Jun 4, 2009 @ 10:30 pm
    Thanks for a great lens! Now we've just got to get you to the midwest so you can feature great places like St. Louis :)

 

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