Visit USA 2020 Travel Planner

visitusa.org.uk 57 STATE ROUND-UP Part of the Lesser Antilles of the Caribbean, the three main islands – St. Croix, St. John and St. Thomas – feel a world away from the United States. Boasting pristine beaches, golf courses, colonial churches to explore, excellent scuba diving and other watersports, plus a range of activities such as horse-riding and bird-watching, they are a haven of relaxation. A must-do attraction is the snorkel trail in Trunk Bay, St. John. St. Croix, St. Thomas South Carolina boasts more than 300 kilometres of sandy beaches which, with ten months of warm weather a year, makes it a perfect destination for family holidays. Myrtle Beach is home to attractions including Broadway at the Beach, Pirates Voyage, the House of Blues and world-class golf courses. Take a carriage ride through the historic city of Charleston and visit plantation homes. In the upstate visit the Blue Ridge Mountains. Columbia, Charleston, Myrtle Beach With the spectacular mountain carvings of Mount Rushmore, the rolling prairies, granite peaks, glittering lakes, towering pines and old western towns, make South Dakota the perfect place for a road trip. Not to be missed are Crazy Horse Memorial, Badlands National Park and the gold rush town of Deadwood, synonymous with notorious Wild West characters such as Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok. Denver, Rapid City, Sioux Falls From the big cities of Nashville and Memphis to its small towns and the expansive outdoors of the Great Smoky Mountains, Tennessee offers an authentic holiday experience. The state has a rich musical heritage, from country to rock 'n' roll, so hit the road and explore one of the Tennessee Music Pathways from the Mississippi River to the Smokies, stopping at birthplaces of famous musicians, recording studios and music venues. Nashville, Memphis, Knoxville Texas is cowboy country where you can saddle up on a dude ranch, experience an Old West rodeo, dance to live music, enjoy festivals and major sporting events. Its national parks are a hiker's paradise, its hundreds of deep caves and caverns are waiting to be explored, and it also boasts stunning beaches, charming coastal towns, excellent wineries, tax-free shopping and, of course, sumptuous Tex-Mex cuisine. Houston, Dallas Fort Worth, Austin From the dramatic red-rock landscapes of its five national parks in the south, to the towering Rocky Mountains in the north, Utah offers stunning scenery and outdoor adventure, including some of America's best ski resorts. Hit the road to explore Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef and Zion National Parks. Utah offers a rich selection of museums, cultural attractions and some of the best star-gazing in the U.S. Salt Lake City Best known for its spectacular, colourful autumn foliage and its world-famous maple syrup, Vermont also boasts world-class skiing and lots of summer outdoor activities including hiking, golfing, fishing and a range of watersports. Its 251 little cities, small towns and villages are packed with history, including Plymouth Notch, where President Coolidge was signed in, and Chimney Point, site of the early settlers. New York, Boston, Burlington, Montreal Home to America's iconic Blue Ridge Mountains, which has hundreds of miles of hiking trails, Virginia also boasts two of the country's favourite drives: The Skyline Drive and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Don't miss the Historic Triangle, located on Virginia's southern Chesapeake coastline, where you'll find 400-year-old Historic Jamestowne, and then pick up the Oyster Trail to sample eight types of native oyster. Richmond, Virginia Beach SOUTH CAROLINA The Palmetto State TENNESSEE The Volunteer State UTAH The Beehive State VIRGINIA The Old Dominion State U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS USVI VERMONT The Green Mountain State SOUTH DAKOTA The Mount Rushmore State TEXAS The Lone Star State TNVACATION.COM TRAVELTEXAS.COM VISITUSVI.COM VISITUTAH.COM/UK VIRGINIA.ORG SOUTHCAROLINAUSA.CO.UK TRAVELSOUTHDAKOTA.COM VERMONTVACATION.CO.UK