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Make time for monuments in Capital Region USA
In Washington, D.C., marvel at landmarks along the National Mall. The Washington Monument, Thomas Jefferson Memorial and the massive Lincoln Memorial will move you. Arrive in the evening to savor sunset scenes around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool.
Explore a Motown landmark in Michigan
Step to the rhythm of Detroit at Hitsville USA, home of Motown Records. Tour the original recording studio and learn about hits and artists who changed music forever. Michigan's music legacy lives on in electronic dance music (EDM). Techno music originated in Detroit and is celebrated each year at the Movement music festival.
Entertainment amplified in Texas
No place does music quite like Texas. The state has birthed entire genres, such as Western Swing and Conjunto, and its arenas are known for attracting top talent. Austin festivals South by Southwest and Austin City Limits bring entertainment legends and rising stars to the "Live Music Capital of the World" every year.
San Antonio's UNESCO World Heritage Site
San Antonio, Texas, is known for its storied history and diverse culture, and no trip to the city is complete without a tour of the Alamo, a Spanish colonial mission founded in 1718 and the site of the 1836 Battle of the Alamo. The Alamo is part of the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in Texas and a National Park Service member.
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Celebrate Louisiana's legendary sounds
In New Orleans' French Quarter, catch intimate jazz concerts almost nightly at Preservation Hall. Storied venues like The Spotted Cat and Snug Harbor on Frenchmen Street welcome funk and blues musicians and more. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and French Quarter Fest honor the music, food and people of the region every spring.
Rolling hills and an iconic music festival
Just 90 minutes from New York City in New York's Sullivan Catskills, find a peaceful countryside retreat with gentle mountains, forests, lakes and charming small towns. Visit the Museum at Bethel Woods, located at the historic site of the 1969 Woodstock music festival, for exhibits commemorating the festival and 1960s culture.
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Visit cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde National Park
Mesa Verde National Park, in southwest Colorado, preserves the cultural heritage of 26 Pueblos and Tribes with over 4,000 archeological sites dating back to 550 C.E. There are also 600 cliff dwellings on site, the best preserved in North America. The cliff dwellings range from one-room storage buildings to the 150-room Cliff Palace. Some dwellings are only accessible on ranger-led tours. It is encouraged to book ranger-led tours in advance.
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Be surprised by Nevada's brilliant attractions
Neon signs cast a nightly glow over the streets of Las Vegas, Nevada. After businesses retire these art pieces, the Neon Museum ensures their colorful stories and the city’s history aren't forgotten.
Iconic art and automobiles in Amarillo, Texas
Cadillac Ranch isn’t just art, it’s a rite of passage on Route 66. This ever-changing roadside installation invites visitors to grab a can of spray paint and leave their eternal mark on 10 half-buried Cadillacs. Located in the center of Route 66, it’s a must-stop for any road trip.
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Scenic views and equine experiences in Lexington
Rolling bluegrass hills welcome you to Lexington, Kentucky, known as the “Horse Capital of the World.” Hundreds of horse farms flourish here, raising magnificent thoroughbreds in a centuries-old tradition. Connect to the culture on farm tours and trail rides, and visit landmarks like Kentucky Horse Park, home to the International Museum of the Horse. Keeneland Race Course is a National Historic Landmark, open year-round for tours and events.
