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Top 5 Wonders

lemc — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 01:10:25 +0000

Not the Seven Wonders of the World, but the top 5 wonders of the U.S.

1. Grand Canyon

2. Niagra Falls

3. The Everglades

4. Mt. Kilauea

5. Death Valley

Coming in close seconds were: Redwood Forests, Great Salt Lake, Mt. McKinley, and Old Faithful.

(List and all pictures were taken from forbestraveler.com)

Napa Valley

lemc — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:47:18 +0000

Although not a city, Napa Valley is popular enough. Napa Valley is located just north of San Fransisco, and although it’s only a mere thirty miles long it is filled with numerous wineries and vineyards. Napa is the perfect spot for the traveler looking for a relaxing and calming break from reality.

Check out a list of some of the most popular wineries in Napa Valley

picture from treehugger.com

To further plan your trip to the beautiful wine country click here.

Anchorage, Alaska

lemc — Fri, 04 Dec 2009 00:28:37 +0000

Anchorage, Alaska, although not the capital, it is where almost half the population resides. Alaska is the perfect state for the adventure enthusiast, whether it be Winter or Summer activities. Although Alaska lacks the long rays of sunlight most of the year, it’s one of the prettiest states. During the Summer you can do such activities such as: kayaking, hiking the mountains, fishing, horseback riding, rafting, and the list goes on. Most of these activities can be done in Chugagh State Park, a mere half a million acres of rivers, land and mountains.

photo from planetware.com

Now during the Winter months, the northern state is perfect for the snow lover. With all of the large mountain ranges, it offers you the options to ski, snowmobile, snowboard, snow shoe and of course ice fish! A list of more winter activities and things to do in Anchorage can be found here

worldwebtour.com

Lastly, the most popular way to visit Alaska, is to travel by ship! Because Alaska has more coastline than any other state in the country combined, cruise ships are constantly going to and from the beautiful state. Plan a trip and find your perfect cruise ship!