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The United States is the state in which tourism revenue is the most important budget item. According to the latest data, every 2nd person on the planet tries to get into the USA. And this is not surprising, because the country includes large and small cities with a diverse and unique natural landscape, as well as sights built by human hands. Do not forget about the resort islands of the United States such as Hawaii and Miami, where young people from all over the world dream of going.
The state occupies a colossal area, and even washed by 3 oceans: the Pacific, the Arctic and the Atlantic. America also borders on other countries popular for tourism and emigration – Canada and Mexico. The unique territory is represented by a variety of climatic zones, ranging from the harsh Arctic to the humid sultry tropics.
From the first time it is difficult to plan a route through such an interesting and huge country. Therefore, we suggest you start with the top ten most popular American cities for tourism.
10 Washington, DC
This city is home to a lot of celebrities, well-known economists and political representatives. Washington will be of interest to people who do not lose sight of world news, study history, want to organize an educational trip (possibly with a job search). Here you can look at the famous White House, where the country’s Congress meets, as well as the FBI building, the sensational Pentagon. You can get acquainted with local museums, the zoo, art galleries, and most of them are absolutely free for visitors. In the center of the metropolis, an open area awaits you, where memorials, famous exhibits and masterpieces of world art are located. Cleansers will appreciate the well-groomed and always cleaned city subway – people ride in pressed suits and shiny glossy shoes. Still, because the business capital of the United States must comply.
9. New Orleans
The small town has its own rich history and ancient traditions preserved by the local population. Fans of antiquity will appreciate the architectural solutions of the old quarters. At one time, the city was a colony of the Spanish invaders, and after the French, so you can practice different languages and a specific surzhik. Every year, New Orleans hosts the famous Mardi Gras festival, which is accompanied by jazz performances and costumed parades. Fans of “gastronomic” tourism should definitely taste the Creole cuisine with its masterpieces – etufe, gumbo and jambalaya. Tourists have only to wonder how the city developed and rebuilt, in the past it was badly “shabby” by Hurricane Katrina.
8. San Francisco
The famous “glowing” city, which is sung in many songs and filmed in films. Indeed, San Francisco inspires any traveler with its colorful shop windows, famous architectural buildings, illuminations and installations. Unusual restaurants with world-class chefs will feed you masterpieces, parrots in the trees will attract with bright plumage and free movement, and funny wandering poets will wittily weave a rhyme in response to your appeal. You should definitely visit the famous suspension bridge Golden Gates. Don’t forget to grab a couple of tens of gigabytes of your camera – colorful photos are waiting for you!
7. Grand Canyon
The geology of the area will surprise every tourist, because the Grand Canyon is not in vain attributed to the UNESCO heritage. The national park is located on the Colorado Plateau and is one of the most attractive places in the United States for tourism. Winding canyons are made of shale, sandstone and limestone, and the famous Colorado River makes its way through them. The maximum depth of the canyon in some places reaches 1,8 km! Every year, the unique landscape is visited by about four million travelers. Of the local “entertainment”, the tourist will appreciate the rafting along the bed of a rather turbulent river in kayaks and rafts. You can walk to the bottom of the canyon on a real mule!
6. New York
Like any other capital, this city is a paradise for tourists. People flock here for global shopping, gastronomic searches and, of course, to inadvertently notice some Hollywood celebrity or political figure on the street. The ultra-modern metropolis does not sleep around the clock, so at night the tourist will definitely find something to do. It is worth visiting the famous Statue of Liberty, the chic central station, the sensational Manhattan, the Brooklyn Bridge. Art lovers will love the Museum Mile, while couples will appreciate the central park and the massive skyscraper from American films – the Empire State Building. Let’s not forget about the most famous cultural street – Broadway. You may even be able to get into one of the chic classic productions.
5. San Diego
Many tourists think what to do in this city after luxurious New York and Los Angeles. However, cozy San Diego is located near the border with Mexico and has the largest seaport. A cruise on a liner, a visit to a local beach, surfing and noisy embankments – everything is like in the world’s best resorts. The city is famous for its stable sunny weather and more than 70 km of gorgeous coastline. The mild subtropical climate opens the city to visit all year round. Even in January, the air temperature often exceeds 14°C. The world’s largest zoo deserves special attention, and for history buffs, the Midway aircraft carrier museum deserves special attention. The optimal period for tourism is spring and autumn. In winter, heavy rainfall is noted, and in summer there are often cloudy days.
4. Honolulu-Oahu
The famous capital of Hawaii is located on the island of Oahu, a massive archipelago. The city is reliably protected from the winds and has its own microclimate, which is ideal for a lazy holiday near the sea coast. In the suburbs of Oahu, there is the largest naval base, Pearl Harbor, where tourists can visit the floating museums on the battleships Missouri and Arizona. Also of interest is the Bowfin submarine. The island itself was formed as a result of volcanic eruptions, thanks to which the natural landscape is fascinating. In the capital itself, you can see many skyscrapers, golden beaches and the ocean, which provide active tourism: surfing, diving, fishing, swimming with sharks, etc. You can comprehend Polynesian culture in the island villages, where locals organize folk dances and tourists with a way of life and dialects are taught to weave branded flower wreaths.
3. Sonoma
California’s central city is famous for its wine industry. Tourists from the US and other countries come here in early summer and until mid-autumn to taste fine wines (for example, the famous “California Cabernet”). Also, every year the city gathers visitors to the International Film Festival. The district is distinguished by its picturesque nature and mild climate. The most interesting places for tourism are Bodega Bay (fishermen’s paradise), State Park, Armstrong Redwoods reserve, etc.
2. Maui
The island belongs to the state of Hawaii and is the second largest island with volcanic formations and a comfortable tropical climate. The relief of Maui was provided immediately by two volcanoes that have been spewing lava for centuries. The eastern Haleakala volcano reaches a height of 3 km above sea level. Like Oahu, Maui offers tourists a comfortable vacation on equipped beaches with diving, cruises, outdoor ceremonies and local folk festivals. It is also recommended to visit the Haleakala National Park, the crater of the Molokini volcano sunk in the ocean, as well as the Iao Valley.
1. Philadelphia
One of the oldest cities in the States. A large metropolis with a population of one million was founded by European settlers. The historical area of the city still retains the provincial architecture of the 18th century. Philadelphia attracts with a comfortable climate – long warm summers and mild winters with snow. In the city you can visit the famous Independence Hall building, as well as the Congress Hall and the portrait gallery.
From these wonderful places in the States, we recommend starting your big American cruise. Noisy metropolises on this route are perfectly combined with resort areas where you can relax from the bustle of the city with a glass of coconut milk.