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Iconic landmarks and offbeat gems

The Statue of Liberty, a New York City icon

Statue of Liberty, New York City

This colossal and breathtaking sculpture welcomes visitors to Manhattan’s shores.

The Lincoln Memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.

National Mall, Washington, D.C.

Visit the National Mall and walk the long grassy expanse that houses many important U.S. monuments and memorials.

Route 66, Oklahoma

Drive famed Route 66 through Oklahoma and see its kitschy oversized landmarks, including a 20-meter-tall soda bottle.

The Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California

Golden Gate Bridge, California

This San Francisco icon is widely photographed, though there’s something extra special about seeing it in person.

Gateway Arch, Missouri

The world’s tallest man-made arch in St. Louis was built to symbolize the westward expansion of the USA.

The Space Needle and Mount Rainier in Seattle, Washington

Space Needle, Washington

Head to Seattle to see the 158-meter Space Needle, built for the 1962 World’s Fair as a monument to innovation.

Cloud Gate sculpture in Chicago, Illinois

Cloud Gate Sculpture, Illinois

Chicago’s Millennium Park is home to the famous sculpture by Sir Anish Kapoor that you may know as “The Bean."

Mount Rushmore National Memorial in South Dakota

Mount Rushmore, South Dakota

Visit the Black Hills of South Dakota to see the faces of four U.S. presidents carved into a massive granite mountain.

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Monument Valley, Utah

You’ll recognize the red-sand desert of Monument Valley and its many buttes as a setting for many movies.

Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston is known for its quaint cobblestone streets, historic architecture and unique Southern-coastal vibe.

San Juan, Puerto Rico

Dive into Puerto Rico, where indigenous, Spanish and Caribbean influences create vibrant forms of dance, music and food.

Palm Springs, California

Trendy Palm Springs hosts architecture festivals, public art and the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival.

Portland, Oregon

“Keep Portland Weird,” and celebrate an edgy, earthy and eclectic city that’s big on cycling, coffee and creativity.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Known for jazz, cuisine, diversity, and of course, Mardi Gras, New Orleans is a city with a lot to celebrate.

Miami, Florida

Visit Miami for varied cuisine, culture and art, from Little Havana to Wynwood Walls to Art Basel Miami.

Baltimore, Maryland

This is one of the coolest cities on the East Coast – with a big arts scene, vibrant neighborhoods and delicious food.

Detroit, Michigan

Explore the Detroit RiverWalk and experience history at the Henry Ford Museum and the Motown Museum.

Austin, Texas

Austin’s indie music, buzzing tech, pleasant climate and culinary delights make for a must-visit urban destination.

Reno, Nevada

The “Biggest Little City in the World,” Reno boasts old-west, Americana charm and a flourishing arts scene.

Exterior of the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory in Kentucky

Louisville, Kentucky

Surrounded by natural beauty, Louisville is best known for bourbon, baseball, hospitality and The Kentucky Derby.

Kansas City, Missouri

Go neighborhood hopping in Kansas City to discover its jazz tradition, delicious barbecue and vibrant sports culture.

Wildflowers blooming at sunrise in Anza-Borrego Desert State Park in Southern California

Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, California

To see silver-leaved nightshade or jumping cholla, drive to the Sonoran Desert at Anza Borrego Desert State Park.

A field of bluebonnets at Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area

Muleshoe Bend Recreation Area, Texas

Near the tiny town of Spicewood, find this wonderland for the Texas state flower, the bluebonnet.

Colorful flowers alongside a dirt road in the Gunnison Valley near Crested Butte

Crested Butte, Colorado

The “Wildflower Capital of Colorado,” Crested Butte is known for dark-blue lupines and its wildflower festival.

Mountain laurel framing a gorgeous view in Shenandoah National Park

Shenandoah National Park, Virginia

Spot mountain laurel, cow parsnips and wild columbine as you drive the park’s stunning scenic byway Skyline Drive.

Goldenrod blooms in Green Mountain National Forest

Green Mountain National Forest, Vermont

Travel to the forest in August and September to hike the Leicester Hollow Trail and see fields of Goldenrod blooms.

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Traveling through Eastatoe Valley, South Carolina, in the fall

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Aerial view of the White Mountains of New Hampshire in autumn

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New England Road Trip: Big-City Boston, Coastal Beauty and Mountain Adventures

Posing in front of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama

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Changing the Course of Freedom: A Civil Rights History Tour

Overlooking the Hoover Dam outside Las Vegas, Nevada

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Nighttime view of Los Angeles, California, from the Griffith Observatory

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Mountain views framed by wildflowers on Oregon’s Table Rocks

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An all-terrain vehicle carrying visitors to the zip line at Heise Hot Springs near Idaho Falls, Idaho

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Idaho Falls, Idaho: Basecamp for Endless Outdoor Fun

Surfing off the coast of Santa Cruz County in California

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Saturday evening show at the Carter Family Fold in Hiltons, Virginia, near Bristol, Tennessee

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Music Cradles

Flurry of activity along the concrete boardwalk and beach area at Virginia Beach, Virginia

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An artist at work in her studio in Asheville, North Carolina

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Touring the World of Appalachian Arts and Crafts

See the sites via streetcar in New Orleans, Louisiana

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Diamonds, Plantations, Bayous and Brews: Gems of the Southeast

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Crystal-clear waters meeting the white sand of Orange Beach, Alabama

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The Beach and Beyond in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama

Couple posing for a selfie while hiking in Iao Valley State Park on Maui in Hawaii

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Couple watching as kids play at Cypress Springs Water Park in Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida

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High Rock Canyon in the Black Rock Desert of Nevada

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Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville, Tennessee

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Bright Lights, Big Cities

Route 66 memorabilia on display at Bob’s Gasoline Alley in Cuba

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Cruising Missouri’s Route 66: Classic Sites and Family Adventure

Family fun on the Pepsi Orange Streak roller coaster at Nickelodeon Universe

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Southeast Minnesota Cities: Flagship Attractions and Gorgeous Scenery

Vintage cars and blue skies on a beautiful day in St. Pete/Clearwater, Florida

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Aerial view of the Juno Beach Pier and the Atlantic Ocean at sunrise in The Palm Beaches, Florida

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The downtown Denver, Colorado, skyline surrounded by tree-laden neighborhoods and Rocky Mountain views

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A desert sunset over Scottsdale Fashion Square in Arizona

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Views of the Cass River from Frankenmuth Brewery in Michigan

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Cape Neddick Lighthouse in Maine on the rocky New England coast

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The New England Coast

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America’s Spirits: Tour the Homes of Bourbon and Whiskey

Car driving on Bixby Bridge in Big Sur, California

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Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip

Scenic drive in front of a snow-covered mountain

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Pacific Northwest

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Sunrise over Main Street in downtown Louisville, Kentucky

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Boats docked around Cayo Icacos in Cordillera Nature Reserve off the coast of Fajardo, Puerto Rico

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Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in Columbus, Ohio

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Boardwalk to the beach in Wilmington, North Carolina

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Southwest Landscapes

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Brooklyn Bridge Park in New York City, New York

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Northern Atlantic Coast

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