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The hiking trails, waterfalls and mountains full of diverse wildlife make this national park one of the country’s most picturesque.

This picturesque town bordering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park offers miles of wilderness, breathtaking scenery and lots of options for adventurers.

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A popular base for exploring the scenic Olympic Peninsula, this small town is also famous as the setting of the popular Twilight book series.

Discover thousands of plants inside the historic centerpiece of San Diego’s Balboa Park, which was originally built for the 1915 Panama–California Exposition.

Find contrasting opportunities to explore outstanding outdoor attractions and appreciate LDS culture when you visit this western state.

Relax and enjoy the surroundings as you soak in these soothing mineral-spring pools in a stunning forest setting.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.

Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.

Discover shipwrecks, tour old lighthouses, learn about local marine life and spend a day on the beach when you visit Oregon\'s long and diverse coastline.

Relax and enjoy the surroundings as you soak in these soothing mineral-spring pools in a stunning forest setting.

The big skies welcome visitors for year-round outdoor activities: spring rafting, summer camping, fall hiking and winter skiing.

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

Enjoy the scenery beside lush green hills and visit the art galleries in the riverside towns of this sprawling rural area.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.

Relax and enjoy the surroundings as you soak in these soothing mineral-spring pools in a stunning forest setting.

Inspiring architecture, magnificent museums and the icons of American history await on Washington’s famous two-mile (three-kilometer) strip. 

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.