United States of America Destination Guide

Tourism in the States is a massive industry and millions of backpackers and tourists visit every year. Most tourists already have an idea what to expect due to the proliferation of American culture abroad. The US is a truly huge place with plenty of things to do in every state. In general the US is very welcoming of tourists although if you can’t speak English or Spanish you won’t find many Americans who can speak your language. However with even the most basic tourist English you will be able to enjoy life the American way and that means BIG!!!

The East coast has many cities worth discovering, such as New York, a unique melting pot of cultures with the world's most famous skyline; Boston, also known as "Bean Town"; Philadelphia - remember Rocky running up the stairs? It's in Philly. The capital city, Washington, D.C., home of the President, and more museums than you can see in a lifetime. Also worth visiting is Atlanta, where the 1996 Olympics were held.

The West Coast, from the state of Washington to California, is well known for its relaxed atmosphere. Los Angeles is a micro universe. You can find everything from rags to riches, from Tinsel town to East L.A. Head south to visit Orange Country’s Huntington Beach for the ultimate experience in Surf City USA or head to the Californian Riviera city of Laguna Beach to check out the famous art scene. LA is also home to a little thing called Hollywood.

Continue north to gorgeous San Francisco, one of America's nicest cities home of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz, the prison island. From sparkling La Jolla to Old Town, from Balboa Park to Point Loma, the "City by the Bay" offers the ultimate in a relaxed lifestyle in the middle of a big city. Travellers will find wonderful daytrips to the beaches, mountains, and deserts.

Located on the shores of the Great Lakes, Chicago, the "Windy City", is where the Skyscraper was invented. Even today, downtown Chicago is the beautiful early laboratory of this new form of building. The city is also vibrant with an excellent Jazz and Blues scene, two great ballparks, good food and much more.

Houston is a city that exemplifies Texas and acts as a microcosm of the state. With a dizzying array of attractions, festivals, restaurants, shopping, and local getaways; the nation's fourth largest city is home to a wide array of sights for all to enjoy. It's also home to one of the most diverse populations in the country.

Las Vegas is paradise for anyone who likes to roll the dice. No need to go to Paris, Rome or Egypt-all the best monuments have been copied, and some would say improved, and can be found right there in the Nevada desert.

Kentucky is a hidden gem for travelers interested in exploring natural artifacts; such as Mammoth Cave, the largest recorded cave systems in the world. The numerous campgrounds, state parks, and recreational lakes draw cost-conscious travelers from all over the South. The rolling hills of Eastern Kentucky sport some of the finest horse parks in the United States. The Kentucky Derby Festival includes a huge balloon race, air show, and spectacular fireworks performance as just three of its features. For some the race is just an afterthought.

Florida is popular with anyone looking for sunshine, beaches and amusement parks. Tampa, Orlando and Miami are ideal bases from which to explore the Sunshine State.

Featured Destinations from North America

Simpsonville : South Carolina

Simpsonville is a city located in Greenville County, South Carolina. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 14,352. Geography Simpsonville is located at 34°44'0" North, 82°15'36" West (34.733375, -82.260001)1. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.1 km² (6.2 mi²). 16.1

Kellogg : Minnesota

Kellogg is a city located in Wabasha County, Minnesota. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 439. Geography According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.8 km² (0.3 mi²). 0.8 km² (0.3 mi²) of it is land and 3.33% is

Highland Park : Michigan

Highland Park is a city located in Wayne County, Michigan. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 16,746. The city is completely surrounded by Detroit except a small portion which touches the city of Hamtramck which is also surrounded by Detroit. In 1913 the city

Attica : Indiana

Attica is a city located in Fountain County, Indiana. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 3,491. Geography Attica is located at 40°17'25" North, 87°14'49" West (40.290227, -87.246973)1. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.9 km² (1.5 mi²). 3.9 km²

White Pine : Michigan

We are coming with the information on this city very soon

Texas City : Texas

Texas City is a city located in Galveston County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 41,521. The city suffered from the Texas City disaster on April 16, 1947, generally regarded as the worst industrial accident in U.S. history, an ammonium nitrate explosion which killed

Knierim : Iowa

Knierim is a city located in Calhoun County, Iowa. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 70. Geography Knierim is located at 42°27'19" North, 94°27'23" West (42.455148, -94.456520)1. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.6 km² (1.0 mi²). 2.6 km²

Colony : Kansas

Colony is a city located in Anderson County, Kansas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 397. Geography Colony is located at 38°4'15" North, 95°21'58" West (38.070803, -95.366109)1. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.3 km² (0.5 mi²). 1.3 km²

Willard : Ohio

Willard (A.K.A. "The City of Blossoms") is a city located in Huron County, Ohio. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 6,806. Geography Willard is located at 41°3'17" North, 82°43'41" West (41.054649, -82.727982)1. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.0

Little Canada : Minnesota

Little Canada is a city located in Ramsey County, Minnesota. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 9,771. History In 1844, French-Canadian settler Benjamin Gervais moved north from St. Paul, MN to claim land in order to build the first grist mill in Minnesota that was independent

Palmyra : New York

Palmyra is a town located in Wayne County, New York. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 7,672. The town is named after the ancient city Palmyra in Syria. The Town of Palmyra is on the south border of the county. The town contains a village

Michigan Center : Michigan

Michigan Center is an unincorporated community located in Jackson County, Michigan. It is a Census-designated place (CDP) used for statistical purposes. As of the 2000 census, the CDP had a total population of 4,641. Geography According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 14.7 km² (5.7

Harkers Island : North Carolina

Harkers Island is a census-designated place located in Carteret County, North Carolina. As of the 2000 census, the CDP had a total population of 1,525. Geography Harkers Island is located at 34°41'40" North, 76°33'19" West (34.694503, -76.555383)1. According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 10.0 km²

Tooele : Utah

Tooele is a city located in Tooele County in the U.S. state of Utah. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 22,502. It is the county seat of Tooele County6. Geography Tooele is located at 40°32'11" North, 112°17'52" West (40.536411, -112.297775)1. According to the United States Census Bureau,

Plankinton : South Dakota

Plankinton is a city located in Aurora County, South Dakota. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 601. It is the county seat of Aurora County6. Geography Plankinton is located at 43°42'53" North, 98°28'59" West (43.714794, -98.483176)1. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a

Garland : Texas

Garland is a suburb of Dallas, Texas, located in Dallas County, Texas. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 215,768. Garland is somewhat famous for being one of the inspirations for former Garland resident Mike Judge's television show, King of the Hill, which is set

LaFayette : New York

LaFayette is a town located in Onondaga County, New York. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 4,833. The Town of Lafayette was formed in 1825. Geography According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 102.6 km² (39.6 mi²). 101.7 km² (39.2

Rapid River : Michigan

We are coming with the information on this city very soon

Powell : Wyoming

Powell is a city located in Park County, Wyoming. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 5,373. Geography Powell is located at 44°45'32" North, 108°45'30" West (44.758797, -108.758402)1. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 9.7 km² (3.7 mi²). 9.7 km²

Shelbyville : Missouri

Shelbyville is a city located in Shelby County, Missouri. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 682. It is the county seat of Shelby County6. Geography Shelbyville is located at 39°48'26" North, 92°2'28" West (39.807187, -92.041154)1. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total

Mount Vernon : Washington

Mount Vernon is a city located in Skagit County, Washington. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 26,232. It is the county seat of Skagit County. History Mount Vernon was officially incorporated on July 5, 1890. Geography Mount Vernon is located at 48°25'12" North, 122°19'34" West (48.420137, -122.325980)1. According to

Ovid : New York

Ovid is a town located in Seneca County, New York. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 2,757. The town is named after the Roman poet Ovid. The Town of Ovid contains a village also called Ovid. The town is in the south part of the

Keego Harbor : Michigan

Keego Harbor is a city located in Oakland County, Michigan. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 2,769. Geography According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.4 km² (0.6 mi²). 1.3 km² (0.5 mi²) of it is land and 0.1

Bolivar : Missouri

Bolivar is a city located in Polk County, Missouri. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 9,143. It is the county seat of Polk County6. The city was named for Bolivar, Tennessee, home to many of the original settlers. Geography Bolivar is located at 37°36'41" North, 93°24'47"

Newbury : Vermont

Newbury is a town located in Orange County, Vermont. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 1,955. Geography According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 166.9 km² (64.4 mi²). 166.2 km² (64.2 mi²) of it is land and 0.7 km²