Visit USA 2020 Travel Planner

52 visitusa.org.uk STATE ROUND-UP Gateway cities The Golden State is rich with appeal and has plenty to keep visitors coming back. Its 800 miles of scenic coastline is dotted with major cities and pristine little towns, making road trips a must-do option. Venture inland for the raw desert wonder of Death Valley, relax in the wineries and spas of Sonoma, bask in the shadow of towering Redwoods or enjoy heart-pounding fun at top theme parks. San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego Oozing with Southern charm, Alabama stretches from the Appalachians to the sugar-white sands of the Gulf Coast. Visit landmarks from the American Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s, such as Birmingham's 16th Street Baptist Church and the Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery. Learn about the United States' space history in Huntsville or go in search of birdies on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. Birmingham, Mobile, Huntsville The nation’s largest state, Alaska is also its wildest outpost. Its vast national parks are home to grizzly bears while its island-strewn coastlines attract Humpback whales. Towering mountains, like Denali, North America's highest peak, peer down on evergreen forests. From the town of Skagway, hop on the White Pass & Yukon Railroad and follow a trail taken by the prospectors in the Klondike Gold Rush. Juneau, Anchorage, Fairbanks Arizona is home to a multitude of travel experiences including rich Western and American Indian heritage and culture, diverse geography, world-class spas and resorts, outdoor adventures, unique natural scenery, an array of culinary experiences and over 325 days of sunshine per year. Your visit should include the Grand Canyon – either by air or road – plus Monument Valley, Petrified Forest and Kartchner Caves. Phoenix, Scottsdale Outdoor adventurers are top of the list in Arkansas, with the likes of DeGray Lake and Lake Chicot a real hit for anyone keen to fish, paddle, hike or swim in the wild, while Crater of Diamonds State Park allows visitors to dig for gems (and keep what they find!). Alternatively, find historical riches at Johnny Cash's boyhood home, the Clinton Presidential Library & Museum and the WWII Japanese American Internment Museum. Little Rock, Fayetteville, Dallas, Atlanta Step out into the wild for the ultimate in 'Western' experiences, with soaring mountains, sparkling lakes and outdoor experiences galore. Colorado is home to 28 ski resorts and boasts 58 peaks topping 14,000ft, meaning there's always a new run to conquer. Explore the Rocky Mountain National Park, go prospecting in an old gold rush town and learn about Native American culture in Mesa Verde Country. Denver, Aspen, Durango, Boulder While it is only 110 miles from east to west, lively Connecticut packs plenty in. Revolutionary war sites and Victorian architecture jostle for attention with its enthralling maritime history. Hike through state parks, stroll relaxed coastal walks and dive into the history of acclaimed Yale University. The Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun casino resorts are a big draw, along with foodie trails, fine dining, shopping and spas. Hartford, Bridgeport, New Haven Nestled on the Atlantic coast, the state of Delaware is full of endless discoveries. Picturesque coastal towns, from Lewes to Fenwick Island, are bursting with charm while the likes of Cape Henlopen and Bombay Hook showcase the very best of nature. The stunning Du Pont estates are among America's grandest mansions, and are a real 'must-see' as you dine and shop (tax-free) along Delaware's Trails of Discovery. Philadelphia, Baltimore, Salisbury ALABAMA The Yellowhammer State ARIZONA The Grand Canyon State COLORADO The Centennial State DELAWARE The First State CALIFORNIA The Golden State CONNECTICUT The Constitution State ALASKA The Last Frontier ARKANSAS The Natural State TRAVELALASKA.COM ARKANSAS.COM COLORADO.COM CTVISIT.COM VISITDELAWARE.COM ALABAMA.TRAVEL VISITARIZONA.COM VISITCALIFORNIA.COM