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TOP 10
VACATION SPOTS IN AMERICA »
Top 10 best
vacation spots in America web sites rated by the LoveToKnow editors. |
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Kenai Peninsula, Alaska
If gorgeous scenery and rugged
wilderness is something you love, then you'll appreciate the many untouched
places in this area of Alaska. Destinations within the Kenai Peninsula include Kenai's Fjords National
Park, Kachemak Bay/Homer Spit, four different volcanoes (all active), Kenai
Mountains and Hardy Ice Fields. You'll also see tons of wildlife and get to
experience some pretty intense fishing that even the most experienced angler
will appreciate. Check out the latest news to find out what events are upcoming. |
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St. Louis, Missouri
Located in the Midwest, the giant St. Louis
Arch is called the "Gateway to the West" and rises 630 feet next to the
Mississippi River. The arch is a hub of entertainment throughout the summer
months. Be sure to read through the 25 Things to See in St. Louis article to discover other favorite
attractions like Union Station, Forest Park, St. Louis Zoo, Science Center,
Anheuser-Busch Brewery, Grant's Farm, Magic House and Cahokia Mounds. Many
of St. Louis' attractions are completely free. |
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San Francisco, California
There are so many wonderful things
to do in this city with the Golden Gate Bridge. Learn about all the things to do in and around San Francisco. Attractions worth note include
Aquarium of the Bay, Pier 39, Presidio National Park, Conservatory of
Flowers and Hearst Castle. The site also offers information on places to
stay, places to eat and the best places to shop. A trip to San Francisco
wouldn't be a trip without a ride on a cable
car. Learn more about the history of the trolleys and how to ride one
while there. |
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Seattle, Washington
One of the really neat features of the
"Emerald City" official website is that you can take a virtual tour of some of the top visitor destinations. Check out some of
the general attractions like the Space Needle, Ballard Locks, Benaroya Hall,
Pike Place Market, Pioneer Square, Port of Seattle and Woodland Park Zoo.
Near Seattle are many wonderful mountains, forests and national parks.
Outlying islands are a mere ferry ride away and well worth spending a day
perusing. |
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Padre Island, Texas
Known as a top spring break destination,
this island offers sandy beaches and is bordered by Laguna Madre Bay and the
Gulf of Mexico. Even winter has an average temperature of 65 degrees. You'll
find a long list of attractions, including beaches, dining, nightlife, sports, fishing, eco
tourism, birding and cool things for kids to do. Kids will love things like
sandcastle building lessons, pirate adventure cruises, whale and dolphin
watching and even horseback riding on the beach. |
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Chicago, Illinois
Chicago is one of those cities that has a
beat all its own. You can hear it in the gentle strumming of the many museums or in the beat of life at the Navy Pier. Chicago also has a strong nightlife and many different
restaurants and upscale shopping. The site will allow you to find
information on hotels as well as compare prices to find the best rates.
There are many different plays and events in the theaters around Chicago as well. You'll find many Broadway plays make
their way to Chicago. |
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New York, New York
New York City is a place unlike any other.
If you grow bored in this city, then it's only because you haven't checked
out this site and aren't aware of the many activities available. Whether you
plan a trip out to Staten Island and around the base of the Stature of
Liberty or visit one of the many art museums around the city, you will stay busy on your visit to New
York. The site also covers parks, zoos, dining, parks and casinos, shopping,
spectator sports and even agriculture. |
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
This city is chock full of history.
Visit the Liberty Bell, go to Dolly Madison's Home, and even stand in the room
where the Declaration of Independence was penned. The site has many
different categories, including info on local museums, historic homes,
tours, restaurants, nightlight, shopping and sports. Want to run up the same
steps that Sylvester Stallone ran up in the movie Rocky? You can do
that in Philadelphia and people won't even look at you like you're strange -
they're used to it there! |
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Savannah, Georgia
Would you love to eat in Paula Dean's
restaurant? This city is where you can get a taste of that good, southern
cooking. The site offers some great information on trip planning, including
ideas for three-day weekend visits. You'll also find some great information about
how to get around Savannah, such as in a horse drawn carriage, on a trolley or
by using the CAT shuttle or the DOT shuttle. Savannah has a rich history for those who love to know about times past or are true
history buffs. |
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New Orleans, Louisiana
This city is filled with history and
intrigue. From voodoo shops to jazz floating out of the clubs, this city is unique from
the ironwork on the balconies to its outlying swamps. If you love old homes,
you'll want to check out the Garden District. Be sure to try some Creole
cuisine and pralines while you are there for culinary delights unique to New
Orleans. The graveyards are also quite unique in that they are made up of
above the ground tombs. Because of the water level in New Orleans, in-ground
burials are quite rare. |
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