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Washington D.C., the capital city of the United States of America, is a centerpiece of American history and tradition, overflowing with regal museums, arches, statues, and monuments. There is much more to the city than its political intrigue and power suits, though, with over 20 million tourists visiting the district each year to engage in its sights, sounds, and flavors. Destinations like the Cherry Blossom Gardens, the National Mall, Georgetown, and other spots offer guests a unique blend of American history and new-age international culture. It is a city embodied by a pioneering history, symbolized by the monuments and structures that represent one of the most influential nations in the world and representative of the idea of democracy itself.

Recently named the 20th largest city in the United States, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is an industrial and technological hub in the shape of a sprawling metropolis. The city itself is built upon the famous Oklahoma grass planes, with views stretching for miles from some of the downtown area’s tallest buildings.

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San Jose, California, is a city that is a fusion of historic charm and modern innovation. From its bustling markets to each of its many serene parks, the city offers a wide range of experiences that reflect its diverse historical and cultural background. Succulent flavors mingle with misty Pacific air as roosters crow and the sun begins to rise on various farmers’ markets. Closer to the downtown area, San Jose bustles with activity, from entrepreneurs and businessmen to leisure travelers who all want a part of the Capital of Silicon Valley.

Portland, Oregon, is a city unlike any other–notable for its culinary experiences, integration of nature, and various business districts, the ‘Silicon Forest’ attracts visitors of all types due to the sheer attractiveness of its experiences and beautiful location.

Also nicknamed the ‘Rose City’, Portland is home to the International Rose Test Garden, home to over 10,000 bushes and 650 varieties of roses. The city also has a history of pushing forward eco-friendly legislation to preserve its own natural beauty and the beauty and health of the surrounding area.

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Scottsdale, Arizona, is a kaleidoscopic mirage of sunsets, a chorus of coyote howls, and the arousing aura of an Old West caught between the modernity of urban life. It’s in this unassuming cowboy canvas, nestled within the heartbeat of the expansive, rust-hued desert, that you’ll find some of the finest resorts this side of the Mississippi.

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San Francisco, California, is a state known for many things–its iconic Golden Gate Bridge, eclectic neighborhoods, diverse cultures and culinary scenes, and the fact that it’s often blanketed by a strange layer of fog. The Bay Area city offers opportunities for art lovers, outdoor enthusiasts, and culinary enjoyers to find plenty of travel-worthy destinations for culture and food. It’s also the home of the Giants of Major League Baseball, the 49ers of the National Football League, and the National Basketball Association’s Golden State Warriors. More interesting, though, are the city’s eccentric and individually unique neighborhoods, such as Chinatown and the home of the counter-cultural movement in Haight-Ashbury.

Memphis, Tennessee is a city famous for its rich musical background, having been the origin of artists like Johnny Cash, B.B. King, Elvis Presley, and many more. Located in the Southwestern part of Tenessee on the Mississippi River, the city is also a major historical and cultural hub known not only for its blues but also its pivotal role in the American Civil Rights movement. As such, deep-rooted traditions and local music can be found around every corner and in every jazz and blues bar.  (more…)

The cultural heart of Tennessee, Nashville–also known as Music City USA–is one of the South’s most thriving cultural hubs, filled with music, good food, and culture. A lot of the city’s musical and cultural influences come from its African-American heritage, especially beginning in the 19th century with Nashville’s Fisk Jubilee Singers and the advent of the famous Ryman Auditorium, as well as the home of country music in the Grand Ole Opry.

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Las Vegas, Nevada, has long been known as one of the United State’s most famous hubs of entertainment, luxury, and excitement. Located in the middle of the Mojave Desert, Las Vegas–dubbed the ‘Entertainment Capital of the World’–is a vibrant city that offers a range of experiences from Michelin-starred cuisines to extravagant resorts and casinos to the infamous stretch of the Las Vegas Boulevard known as The Strip. This area is lined with famous architectural pieces, like the Eiffel Tower Replica and the Pyramid-shaped Luxor. 

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Detroit, Michigan, nicknamed Motor City because of its influential role in the auto industry since the early 20th century and as the birthplace of the ‘Mo-Town Sound,’ is a city that is to this day bursting with innovation, music, and culture. Visitors are drawn to Detroit due to its many tourist attractions, like the Henry Ford Museum and the Detroit Institute of Arts, as well as the ongoing ‘renaissance’ that the city is experiencing, which includes a revitalization of the downtown area that blends the area’s historic charm with a modern flair. This has created many new shops, boutiques, art exhibitions, and craft breweries.