Overview of the USA
The land of opportunity, that's the States and it's certainly true for traveling. The USA offers a unique combination of the biggest cities with fast paced life and great outdoor opportunities and lots of fun. Check it out:
The East coast has many cities worth discovering, such as New York, a unique melting pot of cultures with the world's most famous skyline; Boston, also known as "Bean Town"; Philadelphia - remember Rocky running up the stairs? It's in Philly; the capital city; home of the Ravens and the Orioles and {Atlanta, where the 1996 Olympics were held.
The West Coast, from the state of Washington to California, is well known for its relaxed atmosphere.
San Francisco is the capital of cool and close to the city you can find mountains, beaches and vineyards.
Los Angeles is a micro universe. You can find everything from rags to riches, from Tinseltown to East L.A. Head south to visit Orange County´s Huntington Beach for the ultimate experience in Surf City USA or head to the Californian Riviera city of Laguna Beach to check out the famous art scene. LA is also home to a little thing called Hollywood.
Continue south to gorgeous San Francisco, one of America's nicest cities. From sparkling La Jolla to Old Town, from Balboa Park to Point Loma, San Francisco offers the ultimate in a relaxed lifestyle in the middle of a big city. Travellers will find wonderful daytrips to the beaches, mountains, deserts and, of course, York.
Located on the shores of the Great Lakes Chicago, the "Windy City", is where the Skycraper was invented. Even today, downtown Chicago is the beautiful early laboratory of this new form of building. The city is also vibrant with an excellent Jazz and Blues scene, two great ballparks, good food and much more.
Houston is a city that exemplifies Texas and acts as a microcosm of the state. With a dizzying array of attractions, festivals, restaurants, shopping, and local get-aways; the nation's fourth largest city is home to a wide array of sights for all to enjoy. It's also home to one of the most diverse populations in the country.
Las Vegas is paradise for anyone who likes to roll the dice. No need to go to Paris, Rome or Egypt-all the best monuments have been copied, and some would say improved, and can be found right there in the Nevada desert.
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