European vacations have a heavy charm for travelers because of the history, the food, and the castles. But, there are so many entertaining things to do right here in our own 50 states. Wonderful sights, excellent food and rich culture are not constrained only to our European neighbors, the United States of America can offer just as much holiday amusement as any foreign country. Here are 50 fun getaway facts to help you on your way to your dream vacation.
1. Alabama ? Civil War history abounds in this state. There are numerous different sights, including the Confederacy White House.
2. Alaska ? Denali National Park is the perfect spot for viewing the tallest mountain in the United States, Mt. McKinley, and for looking at Alaskas wildlife.
3. Arizona ? Nothing better to do in Arizona but visit the breathtaking Grand Canyon.
4. Arkansas ? The Whole family can take advantage of trying their luck at the Arkansas Diamond Mine and if that doesn?t work out there is always the onsite water park.
5. California ? Redwood forests are ancient, large, and spectacular, surely worth a trip.
6. Colorado ? Colorados six canyon rivers (Poudre Canyon, Browns Canyon, Ponderosa Gorge, Yampa, Bighorn Sheep Canyon and Glenwood Canyon) are the perfect sites to indulge in white water rafting trips with or without a guide.
7. Connecticut ? The whole family can enjoy a trip to The New England Air Museum located in Windsor Locks.
8. Delaware ? Bombay Hook National Wildlife Refuge is the best location for you and your family to become familiar with all behavior of wetland creatures.
9. Florida ? In Florida there is no better location to check out than Disney World and all its sub-parks.
10. Georgia ? People of any age will all appreciate the worlds biggest aquarium?the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta.
11. Hawaii ? Beaches, beaches and more beaches. When you tire of the beaches or you are too sunburnt, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is a amazing way to see nature in action.
12. Idaho ? Crater of the Moon National Monument and Preserve is a excellent location for families to discover large 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, is home to the biggest collection of artifacts from the life and presidency of Abraham Lincoln.
14. Indiana ? Go to the personal home of our 23rd president, Benjamin Harris, in Indianapolis.
15. Iowa ? Spend a few days relaxing, shopping and exploring the National Historic District located in Downtown Fort Madison. This small town shows off high-quality examples of architecture dating as far back as 1870.
16. Kansas ? Explore the Empire House at the historic Old Cowtown Museum in Wichita for a night of food, music and comedy and perhaps a history lesson or two.
17. Kentucky ? Explore the Kentucky Derby and take your chances on the fastest looking horse.
18. Louisiana ? Bourbon Street is the spot to go for excellent shops, food, and all around fun.
19. Maine ? Take a trip having fun on an old fashion boat trip on a Windjammer Cruise. These cruises are conducted on old fashioned sailing boats that can take you on a weekend getaway or a day visit to a nearby island.
20. Maryland ? An afternoon with the Urban Pirates, located in Baltimore is the best outing for the whole family. Pirates take you on a boat ride that includes things like pirate songs, games and treasure hunts.
21. Massachusetts ? Find out about the unique history of whaling that use to prosper in this region during a vacation to the Whaling Museum in Nantucket.
22. Michigan ? Dive into 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 couple days looking at the Mall of America in Bloomington. You can shop while the kids play at the LEGO Imagination Center.
24. Mississippi ? The Redding House, located in Biloxi, is a wonderful location for the whole family to understand a little bit about the history of Mississippi and enjoy some great Greek Revival architecture.
25. Missouri ? Silver Dollar City a terrific spot for the entire family to have some fun enjoying food, rides and many different shows.
26. Montana ? Home to Glacier National Park?a excellent family place.
27. Nebraska ? See the old home of Buffalo Bill and view other Wild West Show artifacts at the Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park.
28. Nevada ? Lake Tahoe is by far the nicest and best destination for a family visit.
29. New Hampshire ? The Lakes District is one of the most gorgeous locations in New Hampshire, perfect for swimming, boating, fishing or anything else you might enjoy on a lake.
30. New Jersey ? Atlantic City is a remarkable spot for the whole family featuring guests everything from carnivals to casinos. The 117 caves hide treasures of beauty and mystery.
31. New Mexico ? The Carlsbad Caverns is among the best spots to stop by on a visit 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 supply a lot of excitement for the whole family.
34. North Dakota ? Fort Abraham Lincoln, at one time home to General Custers troops, is now a state park and a great area for history fans.
35. Ohio ? African Safari Wildlife Park, based near Port Clinton, is a wonderful chance for all the family to enjoy looking at African animals in a natural setting.
36. Oklahoma ? The Tulsa Zoo and Living Museum is a zoo for the true animal fan that includes exotic animals such as leopards and flamingoes.
37. Oregon ? Portland, Oregon, is home to Saturday Market, a nearly year-round open air market that sells all sorts of things from bongs, to handmade wallets, to butter dishes.
38. Pennsylvania ? Gettysburg National Military Park was the location of one of the most fatal battles during the Civil War. Among the museum and the park site visitors will leave with a better comprehension of what took place at Gettysburg.
39. Rhode Island ? Fort Adams, the largest coastal fort in the United States, is worthy of a visit when you are in or near Newport.
40. South Carolina ? Myrtle Beach is the perfect 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 lovers will enjoy a visit to the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville.
43. Texas ? The town of San Antonio is a excellent spot to go to because it is the position of the Alamo and the San Antonio River Walk.
44. Utah ? Arches National Park gives spectacular sights of sandstone sculptures made over time by the wind.
45. Vermont ? The Norman Rockwell Museum, based in Rutland, displays one of the most significant collections of Norman Rockwell art.
46. Virginia ? Clinch Haven Farms, in Big Stone Gap, is a classic, operating dairy farm that provides visitors a upfront look at dairy production. Tourists can also appreciate a petting zoo and the ability to pick your own fresh vegetables.
47. Washington ? Home to the only undisturbed rainforest in the United States, located in the Olympic National Forest.
48. West Virginia ? Experience the life of the Swiss culture, without crossing the ocean, in the tiny town of Helvetia. This small town has kept its historic roots and is now a fantastic place for everyone to check out.
49. Wisconsin ? Relax for a couple of days on the farm?that is the Glen Valley Farm in Oshkosh where you can play with farm animals, gather eggs, delight in a sleigh ride, and get lost in a corn maze.
50. Wyoming ? Home to of the massive rock formation generally known as Devils Tower. This 1,267 foot tall national monument is a must see when traveling in Wyoming.
Source: http://www.beembee.com/2012/fun-facts-about-all-50-american-states
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