United States Travel Guide- Destination Inspiration and Information for Travelling in the USA

The United States may not be as far off and exotic as other places I’ve travelled to, but what keeps me coming back is the incredible variety of places to visit in the United States.

Whether I want to hike in the forest, ski on the mountains, explore the desert, relax on a beach, observe wildlife, learn about history, or be entertained in a big city, I can do it all during a trip to the United States. With so many things to see and do in the United States, not to mention the sheer size of the country, one trip to the USA is never enough.

United States Travel Guide

I’ve pulled together all my United States travel tips and information into one handy resource, making it easier to plan a trip to the U.S.

This United States travel guide includes detailed articles about places to see in the USA, plus my recommendations for booking accommodations and tours.

Planning a Trip to the USA- Travel Tips and Information

To begin with, here is a regional itinerary you can use for some inspiration.

Places to Visit in the United States- What to See and Do

I’ve organized my blog posts about the USA by state, making it easier to browse for inspiration for a trip to the United States.

This by no means is an exhaustive list of states to visit in the U.S., but rather a collection of places I’ve explored on my trips to the USA. Each destination features articles about places to see and things to do in that state, plus travel tips based on my personal experience.

Here are some ideas for where to visit in the United States!

Alaska

Alaska is the largest and furthest north state of the USA (it sits alongside northwestern Canada). Sparsely populated, with plenty of open space, forests, mountains, and wildlife, it’s a great destination for nature and adventure lovers.

Destinations in Alaska

Here are some places to visit and things to do in Alaska.

Arizona

Arizona is a southwestern state best known for its natural sites and Sonoran Desert landscape. Southern Arizona has very hot summers and mild winters, while Northern Arizona has more moderate summer temperatures and winter snowfalls.

Destinations in Arizona

Here are some places to visit and things to do in Arizona.

California

California stretches over 1,200 km along the Pacific Ocean from the Mexican border to Oregon. It’s the most populous state in the U.S. and has a diverse geography that includes redwood forests in the north, Mojave Desert in the south, Sierra Nevada mountain range in the east, the Pacific Coast in the west, and a central agricultural area.

Destinations in California

Here are some places to visit and things to do in California.

Florida

Florida is the southernmost contiguous state in the U.S. Bordered by the Gulf of Mexico on the west and Atlantic Ocean on the east, Florida has hundreds of miles of beaches, a tropical climate, and Latin-American cultural influences.

Destinations in Florida

Here are some places to visit and things to do in Florida.

Georgia

Georgia is located in southeastern United States, above Florida. Nicknamed the Peach State, its terrain includes farmland, beaches, and mountains. Georgia is also home to numerous historic sites and state parks.

Destinations in Georgia

Here are some places to visit and things to do in Georgia.

Louisiana

Louisiana is located along the Gulf of Mexico, in south-central United States, in a region known as the Deep South. The state has a multicultural heritage with influences from 18th-century French, Haitian, Spanish, Native American, and African cultures.

Destinations in Louisiana

Here are some places to visit and things to do in Louisiana.

Nevada

Nevada is in the southwestern U.S., situated within the Mohave Desert and Great Basin. It’s the driest state in the country, with mostly desert and semi-arid climate regions. Besides its desert landscape and mountain ranges, Nevada is known for legalized gambling and the resort city of Las Vegas.

Destinations in Nevada

Here are some places to visit and things to do in Nevada.

New York

New York is in the northeastern U.S. and is home to the most populous city in the United States (New York City). In addition to its large urban areas, the landscape includes forests, mountains, farmland, and lakes. New York is also home to many national historic sites.

Destinations in New York

Here are some places to visit and things to do in New York.

South Dakota

South Dakota is located in north-central United States, in a region known as the Midwest. Its landscape includes badlands, the Great Plains, and Black Hills mountain range.

Destinations in South Dakota

Here are some places to visit and things to do in South Dakota.

Texas

Texas is in south-central U.S. and is the second largest state in the country. Traditionally thought of as cowboy country, Texas actually has a diversified economy and varied landscape, including coastal swamps, piney woods, rolling plains, desert, and mountains.

Destinations in Texas

Here are some places to visit and things to do in Texas.

Utah

Utah is in the western U.S. and is a major destination for outdoor adventures. The state has five national parks (the third most of any state), and numerous other protected locations including national monuments, forests, and recreation areas. Northern Utah is home to many ski resorts.

Destinations in Utah

Here are some places to visit and things to do in Utah.

Washington

Washington is in the northwest, bordered by the Pacific Ocean to the west and Canada to the north. Its geography includes the bays and fjords of Puget Sound, temperate rainforests, mountain ranges, and farmland.

Destinations in Washington

Here are some places to visit and things to do in Washington.

Wyoming

Wyoming is in the western U.S. and is the least populous state. Its landscape consists mostly of high elevation prairies and the Rocky Mountains. Wyoming is best known for being home to the United States’ first national park (Yellowstone).

Destinations in Wyoming

Here are some places to visit and things to do in Wyoming.

More Places to Visit in the USA- Special Interests

If that wasn’t enough inspiration for a trip to the U.S., here are more ideas for places to visit in the United States.

Accommodations in the United States

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Tours in the United States

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