This is the most underestimated travel destination in your state

I bet you did not know that these amazing spots were in your own yard!


America has nearly 20,000 cities, but you would not guess it we are talking about your choice. (We look at you, from New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. If you are sick of crowds and too expensive attractions, bypass biggies and head for less known corners of your state. Coastal cities of Connecticut to stopover villages in New Mexico, it is the most sub-estrisized destinations in the United States.

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Monroeville, Alabama

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Once at home toTruman andHarper Lee,Monroeville-What is about halfway between Montgomery and Mobile-honor distinct from being the "literary capital of Alabama". Since his designation in 1997, the picturesque city attracts a small but well-read crowd who comes to see the inspiration of real life behindKill a mocking bird 's Fictional Maycome.

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Talkeetna, Alaska

Pier and two red canoes on the Talkeetna lakes, open lake, autumn trees and reflection of clouds.
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Very smallTalketna (The population 900) is at the base of the highest peak of the Mountain of Denali-North America. The historic hippie city, about two hours north of the anchoring, is more than a gateway toDenali National Park, although; You do not have to leave the city of peach, hiking, kayaking or even hitting a tap bar.

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Bisbee, Arizona

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Art galleries, craft brewing and haunted hotels makeBisbee-A ex-mining city in the mulle mountains - an intriguing Arizona destination. Although the Colony of City-Town-Ville-Art-Colony has been urbanized over the centuries since its founding of 1880, it is also successful in maintaining its original architecture and some 350 historic stairs.

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Eureka Springs, Arkansas

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Back in the 1880s,Eureka Springs was the second largest city of Arkansas. The first European settlers had spread the word that the isolated sources of the region had healing powers, and soon, thecity was a first spa destination. While Eureka Springs has only 2,000 inhabitants today, the city of Ozark still attracts visitors with its preserved Victorian mansions, a variety of outdoor activities and aUFO Annual Conference.

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San Luis Obispo, California

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Dream destinations are a dozen dime in California, but if you have already seen the tastes of Los Angeles, San Francisco and Palm Springs, trySan Luis Obispo, a Spanish mission city on the central coast of the state. In 2010,OPRAH WINFREY Renowned SLO The happiest city of the US.S. and with attractions originating like the KitschyMadonna Inn and the 65 feet longBubblegum alley, we can see why.

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Essex, Connecticut

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AlthoughGilmore girlsThe fictitious hollow stars were built on a sound stage in Burbank, California, the show could very well have been filmed inEssex-A colonial city-Era on the Connecticut river. A quick look around what will reveal the circulation-1776GRISWOLD INN, a main street overflowing with federal style houses and shops, and a public park on the seafront filled with a belvedere.

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Butte in ridge, Colorado

Mount Crested Butte, Colorado village in summer with colorful sunrise by wooden lodging houses on hills with green trees
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Breckenridge, Vail and Aspen can be Colorado crown jewelry, butButte Crested can hold his against great children. A number of Crisscross World Trails Crisscross The Rocky Mountain Town offer many opportunities forAlpine skiing, boarding and mountain bike. Come spring and summer, the city also turns on as vibrant wildflower flowers cover the hills.

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Lewes, Delaware

The aerial view of the beach town, fishing port and waterfront residential homes along the canal Lewes Delaware
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When it comes to DelawareBeach destinationsThe Rehoboth beach gets the most buzz. Driving 20 minutes to the north, however, and stumbling youLewesA sleepy coastal town just minutes from Cape Henlopen National Park. Although there is a handful of serene beaches in the "first city of the first state", you can also go to the 2nd Street to consult shops and restaurants.

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Fort Walton Beach, Florida

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Few cities of Florida Beach fly away under the radar, butFort Walton Beach-A family resorts nestled between Pensacola and Panama City of the popular coast of the Gulf of the State, does a better job than most people. Fish The Santa Rosa Sound of Fort Walton Landing Beach, showcase Antiquaires from downtown or waste of the day on powdery white sand.

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Augusta, Georgia

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WhileAugustaThe second largest subway area of ​​the state, non-Georgia fisheries usually know for two things that:James Brown and the master's tournament. But the city has some other tips in its handle, including a recently revitalized culinary scene, a handful of artisanal breweries and a longredness This hosts a weekly artisanal market on Saturday.

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Hawi, Hawaii

Cows grazing next to windmill farm on a bright sunny day. Hawi wind power plant
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Directly opposite Maui-on the extreme northern coast of Big Island, one of the best kept secrets of Hawaii:Hawl. The beautiful city is ideal forOutdoor passionateAs he embraces the slopes of the Kohala mountain, but it's great for history lovers. Hawi is the birthplace ofKamehameha I-The founder and leader of Hawaii.

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Hailey, Idaho

Partly cloudy blue sky over mountain landscape, lake, and countryside properties Deer Creek in Hailey Idaho
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Hailey Is not called "native city of Idaho in the mountains" for nothing. The city of 8,000 people just 10 km south of Bigger Resort Towns Ketchum and Sun Valley, with the National Forest of Stadtooth in the Idaho Central Rockies. While you can go hiking, skiing and BMX in town, you can also add another stop to your external route.Cratères of the National Monument of the Moon and Canned-As it's less than two hours east.

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Lasalle, Illinois

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The room Has never been a big city, but since the 1930s, the riparian community had a life of the nightlife. Known as "Small Reno" for its abundance of drinking and bone game, Little Ol 'Lasalle attracted visitors to Chicago and the like. You can always catch a pint today in addition toExplore the parks nearby and nature preserves asRock Park of Rock Smartved.

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Chesterton, Indiana

The amphitheatre and Phlips Pond at Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve in Chesterton Indiana
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Chesterton Is an easy hour at the south-east time of Chicago - just follow the Scristening Michigan lake, and you will be there in a blinking. Once you have in town, enjoy the rhythm and slower activities such as swimming, horse riding and the bird looking inIndiana Dunes State Park andIndiana Dunes National Park.

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Decorah, Iowa

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Since the 1850s,Decorah had a large Norwegian population. Today, the community puts an annual annualNordic celebration, which attracts about 10,000 visitors with its traditional food, its costume, its craftsmen and its dance. Of course, with insulorized parks, ice caves, wineries and historic hostels, the city is just as worthy of a last 362 days of the year.

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Emporia, Kansas

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If you like craft beer, Lot Moonshine, orWines made by hand And Ciders, this small city of college - nestled between Topeka and Wichita, will treat you correctly. Between drinks, make sure to checkEmporia's Environment too. The city Bute Flint Hills, one of the only ecosystems of the Prairie de Tall-Grasse left around the world.

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Bardstown, Kentucky

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If you visitBardstown's official website, The first thing to see in navigation is "bourbon". The second oldest city in Kentucky is marked as the "Bourbon capital of the world" with nine different distilleries, including the manufacturer's brand, Jim Beam and Heaven Hill. Between SLOW SIPS, visitors would also explore the city center, because the entire region has been listed on the National Register of Historic Sites.

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Abita Springs, Louisiana

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Original festivals, bizardies along the roadside and beloved craft beers pulled visitors toAbita Springs-About an hour south of New Orleans. If you stop for theComplete city sale sale, theCrash cooker, a zydeco show at thechecked, or a cold glass at theBrewery, the small town is certain to leave a lasting impression.

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Cutler, Maine

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It is not difficult to find charming coastal cities in Maine, but if you are looking for a local at the same time picturesqueand Without tourism, things earn a little stronger.Cutler is one of the rare exceptions; The fishing village downstairs is home to some of the most stopped cliffs by the state and spectacular hiking trails, so arrive before everyone else discovers.

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Frederick, Maryland

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Frederick manages to pack aPublic trailMore than 50 restaurants and pubs and nearly 100 stores specialized in its only city center. Beyond that, the city - which is part of the Metropolitan area of ​​Baltimore-Washington - also has a wine track, a civil war museum, a brasserie and 1920 cinema, among other attractions.

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North Adams, Massachusetts

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North Adams becomes less and less secretive every day, but we always say that it is underestimated. The post-industrial city is nothing otherwise Artsy; It's at homeMoca moca and a few blocks on, theExtreme railway store and contemporary architecture, which was designed byFrank Gehry. Of course, outdoor activities are also Berkshire's bread and butter, so you will find a lot to do on and around theMohawk Trail, theAppalachian Trail, andMount Greylock-Massachusetts' the highest peak.

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Manistee, Michigan

Manistee River in downtown Manistee Michigan
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It's a real miracle thatMneetee has been able to maintain a profile as low. The city of 6,000 cuddling Lake Michigan, after all. A local waterfront is not the only thing there is. In addition to two golden beaches, the city also has more than 180 acres of parks and a 1.5 mile river that offers easy access to all river shop shops.

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Winona, Minnesota

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WinonaBills himself as "Miami of Minnesota" and, while it might look like a scope, we can see where the city comes from. As it is surrounded by almost all sides by water - it is sandwiched between Lake Winona and Mississippi canoeing, kayaking, fishing and river cruise are all sources. Whatever you do, also discover the sugar bread. The bluff (which is famous not only from the city, but also at the state level) about 500 feet on the lake.

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NATCHEZ, Mississippi

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South hospitality and antebellum architecture reigns inNathe, a city of Circa-1716 which rests at 200 feet above the Mississippi River. As it has been left anything but only during the civil war, Natchez has even more than 600 historic houses, churches and heritage sites. Catch a little food and startLongwood, an ornate mansion and octagonal.

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Sainte-Geneviève, Missouri

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SleepySainte-Geneviève Has the first Missouri European regulation been fair, and although it is fair to say that things have changed since 1735, a total lot has also been preserved. The story buffaloes come for French colonial log cabins of the city, federal-style houses and Gothic stimulus churches - but that's not all there is to do.Hop on the trolley For a visit to the city and a walk to one of the many wineries of the county.

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Fort Benton, Montana

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Fort Benton May seem quiet and slow-move today, but it was once a buzzing economic center attracting merchants, miners and settlers with the promise of gold and fur. While both trades died over the centuries, the historic city always charm visitors with theNational Historic Trail of Lewis & Clark And the Bridge of Fort Benton, which was the first state structure to cover the Missouri River.

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Alliance, Nebraska

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If you are a fan of road attractions,Alliance Well you well. The city, located on the edge of the west of Nebraska sand hills, is home toCarager: A Stonehenge replica built from vintage automobiles. This is not there that the oddities stop, either; There is alsoThe Border City of Dobby, a round colony of the century recreated with a room of a room, a general shop and a post office adapted to the 1900s rural of Nebaska.

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Eureka, Nevada

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Eureka Bills himself as the "most friendly city of the most friendly road", and when we consider that the next nearest town is 46 km south, it is not an exaggeration. The mining community can besmall and isolatedBut visitors will always be feasted by historic hotels, original opera, print museums and honorable delis.

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Sugar Hill, New Hampshire

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With regard to the quintessential cities of New England,SugarWhich maybe better known forPOLLY pancake and its annuallupine festival-It the poster child. The best thing to do in the rural Victorian village? Go to a reader, of course. You will spend a post office post office, some tental farms, etc., you leave a breathtaking view of the presidential election, Franconia, Kinsman and Dalton mountain ranges.

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Keyport, New Jersey

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Christe Can be called "Bayshore Pearl", but it's always a well kept secret. While the heights of the sea, Asbury Park and Atlantic City are seriouslyJersey Shore-Style Shenanigans, the picturesque town and Raritan Bay offers a quieter beach experience, a cute city center (with dinners, farmers markets, etc.) and a direct view of theSkyline of the city of New York.

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Ruidoso, New Mexico

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Like the fourth fastest city in New Mexico,Ruidoso-A village of the station in the mountain range Sierra Blanca - will not fly under the radar for much longer. Get there before the crowds throw themselves to enjoy access toLincoln National Forest, closeSki Apache, andLock of Grindstone Lake, a hiking drag of 6.7 miles which offers the most picturesque view of Ruidoso.

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Phenicia, New York

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Work your way out of Manhattan and in the heart of catskills to findPhoenicia-A tranquil mountain town that is a magnet for ex-Brooklynites and artists of all scratches. Between the greasy spoons, the 1940s reorganized motels, the antique shops found and all outdoor adventures, the city leads majorKingdom moonrisevibrations.

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New Bern, North Carolina

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Bet that you would not have guessed thatBrane Was the birthplace of Pepsi Cola, but again, we did not put a lot of people know at all about the city. So, here is a primer: the second oldest city in North Carolina is flooded in historical sites ofTyron's Palace to theCedar Grove Cimetery. If you scratch your head for a visual image, photoNicholas Sparks' Notebook. It is in New Bern that Noah Calhoun (a.k.a.Ryan Gosling) Sets his dream home Antebellum.

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MEDORA, North Dakota

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Médora Maybe at home only 130 people, but there is no shortage of things to do here. The city is located in the North Dakota badlands - at the entrance of theSouth Unity of Theodore Roosevelt National Park-So riding, hiking and wildlife monitoring are just the tip of the iceberg. There is also the patrioticMusical(Rootin'-Totinst, Shoot-Scootiest Show throughout the Midwest ") and theNorth Dakota Cowboy Hall Of Fame.

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Yellow Springs, Ohio

A Stone Stairway And Path Through A Forest Glen Helen Nature Preserve Yellow Springs Ohio
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WhenYellow springs was founded in 1825, settlers sought to create a utopia. Although this is not completely panicked, the forged community to become one of the happiest (and most hospitals) of Ohio. Today, the village of only 3,500 places its gradual stamp on a state differently conservative of the visitor visitors - something can see during a trip to the city center ascolored signsThe mosaic benches and LGBTQ flags lighten the brick shops.

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Guthrie, Oklahoma

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If you have a penchant for Victorian architecture and wild shootings (state), there are few destinations of better destinations thanGuthrie. Oklahoma's original capital has more than 2,000 buildings - Italian style, novel and fine art, which are designated national historical monuments, and the city loves every 1880s entertainment, whether wagon rides or bats.

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Sisters, Oregon

Three horses grazing in a central Oregon meadow near Sisters Oregon with the three sisters mountains in the background
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Sisters is a mountain artsy city with an old Western call (see: original architecture of the 1880s). Named for a trio of waterfall peaks nearby, the small community welcomes annual celebrations like theSisters Rodeo,Outdoor duvet show sisters, andSisters Folk Festival. Of course, the city of Oregon is also a dream from the outside near Suttle Lake and theDomaine Skioooooooo.

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Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania

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Victorian architecture, skiing and a privileged location in Pennsylvania Poconos Mountains have wonJim Thorpe A new fun moniker: America's Switzerland. JumpLehigh Throat Scenic Railway For a view A + of the city. You will not regret it.

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Little Compton, Rhode Island

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Newport can be the most famous destination of Rhode Island, butSmall compartment-Who is just through the Sakonnet River - makes a convincing argument for itself. Arranged in 1682 by settlers of the Plymouth colony, the tiny city is always packed with seventeenth and eighteenth century buildings, Quaker dating houses at a one-bedroom Schoolhouses. If that's not enough, there are also walking trails, vineyards and calendar war hotels.

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Aiken, South Carolina

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Just through the border of Augusta, Georgia,Aiken is the most obsessed city by the equestrian of South Carolina. The thoroughbred training tracks and polo fields are just the beginning, like Aiken hosts two annual and seasonal steepeplaisalsfox hunt In the Hitchcock woods. The southern city of choice for the families Astor and Vanderbilt, there is of course more than horses. Awnings of romantic living oak, sinuous public gardens and picturesque guest rooms make it aIdeal couples getaway.

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Deadwood, South Dakota

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It is honestly a miracle thatDeadwood has made 2020. The old gold mining city - which was once at home to identify themselves, players and guns likeCalamity Jane andWild Bill Hickok-The summer by three large fires, after all. Today, the entire Black Hills community is listed on the national historical registry and theater troops collect the eccentric past of the city.

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Coookeville, Tennessee

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Whether you liked to hike, cycling, spelunk, antique shop or cppuccinos of Sirotes in a casual cafe,Coookeville is ready and wait. Located almost equiditif between Nashville and Knoxville, the city was nicknamed a high level square near its proximity.Leisure areas AsCummins Falls State Park andBURGESS FALLS STATE PARK.

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Port Aransas, Texas

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The island of South Padre could be the destination of Texas Beach, butPort-Just 40 minutes to the north, on the island of Mustang - makes it an 18 km affair of the beach of the Gulf of Sable, comfortable bungalows on the sea, bungalows and a number of annual festivals for all , black cranes with sandcastles. The city is less than four hours from Austin, San Antonio and Houston, so you can make aMulti-stop trip From that too.

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Morgan, Utah

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Morgan Is 40 miles north of Salt Lake City in the picturesque Valley of the Ogden. With world-class skiing and snowboarding (there are five ski resorts in a few hours, includingSnowbasin), Demolition Derbies, Rodeos, County Fairs, ATV trails and rafting on white water, the destination of the fourth season has something to offer everyone.

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Shelburne, Vermont

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With the green mountains in the east, the Adirondacks west and a privileged location on the shores of Lake Champlain,Shelburne does not hurt panoramic views. Although it is often overshadowed by Burlington, its northern neighbor, the small town is flooded in its own attractions of Victorian B & B, breweries and vineyards at the iconicVermont Teddy Bear Company.

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Culpeper, Virginia

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If you spontaneously surface inCulpheredYou probably have no idea that you are within 90 minutes from Washington D.C., Charlottesville and Fredericksburg. The historic town of seven square kilometers - nestled in the picturesque blue ridge mountains between Rappahannock and Rapidan Riversand - is dotted with mom and pop-to-floor shops, antique shops and farm farm restaurants.

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Port Townsend, Washington

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Located two hours northwest of Seattle on the Washington Olympic Peninsula, historicPort Townsend is a real charmer. Once a lively maritime city - it aspired to be the "New York of the West" - An overview of Port Townsend's Heyday can still be seen in its architecture of the First World War and SolitaireCAPE DEPLAY LIGHT. For the prosecution of nature, it is toFort Worden State Park Where the beaches, the walking trails and the epic view on the ranges of Olympic mountains and waterfall come up.

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Fayetteville, West Virginia

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If you have written out of Western Virginia, given all its stereotypes (fake), think again. Cities likeFayettevilleReveal why state registration plates are scribbled with "Almost Heaven". The calm city of Appalaches, located on the west edge of the Allegheny plateau, houses the new river Ruggering, the new Whitewater River and the New River Gorge Bridge-What was once the longest unique arch bridge in the world. .

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Baraboo, Wisconsin

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With regard to weekend trips in Wisconsin, a destination typically bordered the rest. Of course, the dell Wisconsin is cool and everything butBaraboo-The jumes of the brothers and brother given at the same time, is just as worthy of your consideration. The former headquarters of the Cirque des Brothers Ringling (and the current house of theCIRCUS WORLD MUSEUM) Is a dream of leisure with the icy formedState Park of Lake Devil andPewit nest throat.

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Guernsey, Wyoming

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Nestled between the Curving North Platte River and the Haystack Mountains at a distance,Guernsey is one of Wyoming's most historical pioneering cities. In fact, it is known for itsOregon Trail Ornières: The six feet footprints that have been sculpted over the course of almost 30 years - in the sandstone ridge of the region by wheels of wagons, people and animals.

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