European trips have a heavy appeal for travelers because of the history, the food, and the castles. But, there are hundreds of entertaining activities to do right here in our own 50 states. Awesome attractions, great food and rich culture are not limited to our European neighbors, the United States of America can give just as much getaway fun as any foreign country. Here are 50 fun vacation facts to help you on your way to your dream trip.
1. Alabama- Civil War history abounds in this state. There are many distinct attractions, including the Confederacy White House.
2. Alaska- Denali National Park is the perfect place for viewing the tallest mountain in the United States, Mt. McKinley, and for viewing Alaska's wildlife.
3. Arizona- What else can you do in Arizona but visit the beautiful Grand Canyon.
4. Arkansas- Everyone in the family can enjoy trying their luck at the Arkansas Diamond Mine and if that doesn't pan out there is always the onsite water park.
5. California- Redwood forests are ancient, giant, and magnificent, certainly worth a visit.
6. Colorado- Colorado's six canyon rivers (Poudre Canyon, Browns Canyon, Ponderosa Gorge, Yampa, Bighorn Sheep Canyon and Glenwood Canyon) are the perfect destinations to take part in white water rafting trips with or without a guide.
7. Connecticut- The whole family can appreciate a visit to The New England Air Museum located in Windsor Locks.
8. Delaware- Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge is the best site for you and your family to get to know the behavior of wetland creatures.
9. Florida- In Florida there is no greater place to check out than Disney World and all its sub-parks.
10. Georgia- People of any age will all appreciate the world's largest aquarium...the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta.
11. Hawaii- Beaches, beaches and more beaches. When you get bored of the beaches or you are too sunburnt, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a great way to see nature in action.
12. Idaho- Crater of the Moon National Monument and Preserve is a excellent area for families to discover huge fields of lava flows. Craters of the Moon National Monument and Preserve is located near Sun Valley, Idaho.
13. Illinois- The Lincoln Heritage Museum in Lincoln, Illinois, houses the largest collection of artifacts from the life and presidency of Abraham Lincoln.
14. Indiana- Check out the personal home of our 23rd president, Benjamin Harris, in Indianapolis.
15. Iowa- Spend a few days enjoying, shopping and looking at the National Historic District located in Downtown Fort Madison. This small town shows off wonderful examples of architecture dating as far back as 1870.
16. Kansas- Take a trip to the Empire House at the historic Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita for a night of food, music and comedy and maybe a history lesson or two.
17. Kentucky- Visit the Kentucky Derby and bet on on the fastest looking horse.
18. Louisiana- Bourbon Street is the place to go for fantastic shops, food, and all around excitement.
19. Maine- Spend a day taking pleasure in an old fashion boat trip on a Windjammer Cruise. These cruises are conducted on old style sailing boats that can take you on a weekend trip or a day visit to a nearby island.
20. Maryland- An day with the Urban Pirates, located in Baltimore is the best outing for the whole family. Pirates host a boat ride that includes activities like pirate songs, games and treasure hunts.
21. Massachusetts- Understand the interesting history of whaling that use to survive in this area during a tour to the Whaling Museum in Nantucket.
22. Michigan- Understand the day of a miner at the Adventure Mining Company in Greenland. This old mining camp offers top side tours and tours deep into the mine caves.
23. Minnesota- Spend a day or two or three looking at the Mall of America in Bloomington. You can shop while the kids hang out at the LEGO Imagination Center.
24. Mississippi- The Redding House, located in Biloxi, is a great spot for the whole family to discover a little bit about the history of Mississippi and admire some fine Greek Revival architecture.
25. Missouri- Silver Dollar City a great place for the whole family to have some fun enjoying food, rides and shows of all kinds.
26. Montana- Home to Glacier National Park...a wonderful family location.
27. Nebraska- See the old home of Buffalo Bill and check out other Wild West Show artifacts at the Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park.
28. Nevada- Lake Tahoe is by far the most beautiful and most attractive spot for a family visit.
29. New Hampshire- The Lakes District is one of the most wonderful places in New Hampshire, excellent for swimming, boating, fishing or anything else you might take pleasure in on a lake.
30. New Jersey- Atlantic City is a awesome spot for all the family providing tourists everything from carnivals to casinos. The 117 caves hide treasures of beauty and mystery.
31. New Mexico- The Carlsbad Caverns is top-of-the-line spots to go to on a vacation to New Mexico.
32. New York- check out nature-made stone bridges and marble caves in Potterville at the Natural Stone Bridge and Caves.
33. North Carolina- Ghost Town in the Sky is a family friendly old west town and amusement park that will give plenty of excitement for everyone.
34. North Dakota- Fort Abraham Lincoln, once home to General Custer's troops, is now a state park and a excellent location for history fans.
35. Ohio- African Safari Wildlife Park, situated close to Port Clinton, is a wonderful opportunity for all the family to experience seeing African animals in a natural location.
36. Oklahoma- The Tulsa Zoo and Living Museum is a zoo for a real animal lover starring exotic animals such as leopards and flamingoes.
37. Oregon- Portland, Oregon, is home to Saturday Market, a almost annual open air market that sells everything from bongs, to handmade wallets, to butter dishes.
38. Pennsylvania- Gettysburg National Military Park was the place of one of the most fatal battles during the Civil War. Between the museum and the park guests will leave with a superior understanding of what occurred at Gettysburg.
39. Rhode Island- Fort Adams, the largest coastal fort in the United States, is definitely worth a trip when you are in or near Newport.
40. South Carolina- Myrtle Beach is the ideal location for snorkeling, sun tanning, golfing, sailing and relaxing.
41. South Dakota- The home of Mt. Rushmore, is a must see national monument.
42. Tennessee- Music fans will have fun with a visit to the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville.
43. Texas- The town of San Antonio is a excellent spot to visit because it is the place of the Alamo and the San Antonio River Walk.
44. Utah- Arches National Park gives beautiful scenery of sandstone sculptures made over time by the wind.
45. Vermont- The Norman Rockwell Museum, located in Rutland, exhibits one of the greatest collections of Norman Rockwell art.
46. Virginia- Clinch Haven Farms, in Big Stone Gap, is a conventional, operating dairy farm that offers guests a first hand look at dairy production. Guests can also take pleasure in a petting zoo and the option of picking your own fresh vegetables.
47. Washington- The location of the only undisturbed rainforest in the United States, located within the Olympic National Forest.
48. West Virginia- Understand the life of the Swiss culture, without crossing the ocean, in the small town of Helvetia. This tiny town has maintained its historic roots and is now a wonderful spot for the entire family to check out.
49. Wisconsin- Enjoy a few days on the farm...that is the Glen Valley Farm in Oshkosh where you can interact with farm animals, collect eggs, enjoy a sleigh ride, and get lost in a corn maze.
50. Wyoming- Home to of the massive rock structure known as Devils Tower. This 1,267 foot tall national monument is a must see when traveling in Wyoming.
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