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USA - Stateside Destinations Not to be Missed

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Explore the Magic of Travel - Deborah Gilbert

This list consists of places that were inspiring, amazing, or loads of fun, as we traversed the country! These are not the big names that everyone writes about, but rather unique or off -the-beaten-path places that offer a new perspective.

Sections

California

Georgia

North Carolina

Oregon

South Carolina

Utah

California

Best known for theme parks, Hollywood, beaches, Bay Area, and Sierra mountains. California has off the beaten tracks specialty places as well. I lived here off and on about 15 years. there is much to explore.

The Redwood Forest on the California coast is one of the most breathtakingly beautiful forests I have ever explored. The first two photos are mine. If you're travelling the Pacific Coast, don't miss this majestic example of God's work.

Redwood National and State Parks (U.S. National Park Service)

Georgia

From the mountains to the Atlantic coast, Georgia is a beautiful state, rich in history and the last of the 13 colonies to be established. I have just started exploring this state, so check in periodically for new listing of adventures to explore.

Savanah - This tour was great fun and filled with so many ghost stories and historical trivia about the town. We got out at a couple of places including the graveyard. Even though we went in December, it was cold, but because it was a trolley tour as...

Savannah Ghosts & Gravestones Trolley Tour (with Reviews)

North Carolina

Having great fun exploring my neighboring state. Our first adventure was to IKEA and our second major one was to Wegmans. Both are well worth the trip!

This is a bit different type of recommendation. Wegmens is a grocery store on steroids! It's a combination of European bistros and market shopping, along with grocery shelves hosting unbelievable choices, including shelf after shelf of international ...

Wegmans

Oregon

The Pacific Northwest - One of my favourite regions, and especially Oregon, after living their for 29 years. From its rugged coast, to majestic mountains, and the high desert in between. It may be overcast and rainy much of the year, but that's why i...

Portland - If you love books, this is your Disneyland! four stories of rare, used, and new books. It occupies a full city block in downtown Portland, making it the largest independent bookstore in the world! (per its own declaration) This bookstore i...

Powell’s City of Books - Portland's Used & New Bookstore

Portland area - I lived at the foothills of Mt Hood for many years. Timberline Lodge, built in 1937, was part of FDRs work program to bring the country out of the Depression. This magnificent 55,000 sq ft ski lodge is the epitome of craftsmanship and...

All Season Mountain Resort - Mt. Hood Oregon | Timberline Lodge

South Carolina

My new residence since 2023 and vastly different from the West coast. Yes, I'm working on acclimating to the heat and humidity, but having great fun exploring this half of the country. So much history and beauty in contrast to the west coast, especia...

Charleston - Our family loved this hands-on exploration of history. It was a hot and humid day in June, but we were prepared with good walking shoes, handheld fans with water spritzers, and water bottles. LOTS of vertical ladders, but there is an ele...

Great value for history lovers and fun family outing! - Review of Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, Mount Pleasant, SC - Tripadvisor

Sullivan's Island - Off the coast of Charleston, a regular jaunt for us.Coming from the west coast, I was amazed the first time I walked on the beach in the ocean water. The Pacific is so cold, even in the summer, while the Atlantic is always warm, even in the winter! The town itlesf has lots to offer.

Home | Town of Sullivan's Island Official Website

Sumter - The Swan Lake Iris Gardens is a park that offers year round entertainment. All activities are free. In May there is the Iris Festival. In December they host the amazing Christmas Light drive through display. Year round you can walk through t...

Swan Lake Iris Gardens | City of Sumter, SC

Utah

Salt Lake City - If you're into researching your family and are going through Utah, this is a must stop. All the staff and volunteers are so welcoming and want to help you. Different floors are dedicated to different aspects of research. Much of thei...

FamilySearch Digital Library

Park City is known for its excellent skiing, but we went through in the summer and had a great time at the park. There were water events going on and activities for children and adults as well as a museum. We had a great time.

Utah Olympic Park | Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation