36 days in United States Itinerary
Created using Inspirock United States vacation planner
Start: Sydney
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Honolulu, Oahu
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San Diego
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Palm Springs
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Los Angeles
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San Simeon
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park
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Yosemite National Park
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Tahoe City
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Las Vegas
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Grand Canyon National Park
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Fly to Page, Drive to Monument Valley
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Monument Valley
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Seattle
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Portland
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Gold Beach
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Fort Bragg
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San Francisco
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Honolulu, Oahu — 3 nights
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Big Pineapple
Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): go for a walk through Diamond Head State Monument, then get engrossed in the history at USS Arizona Memorial, and then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Keep things going the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve and then kick back and relax at Waikiki Beach.
For ratings, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, use the Honolulu road trip app.
Sydney, Australia to Honolulu is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Traveling from Sydney to Honolulu, you'll gain 20 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Sydney in October: high temperatures in Honolulu hover around 36°C and lows are around 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Fri) to allow time for the flight to San Diego.
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For ratings, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, use the Honolulu road trip app.
Sydney, Australia to Honolulu is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. Traveling from Sydney to Honolulu, you'll gain 20 hours due to the time zone difference. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Sydney in October: high temperatures in Honolulu hover around 36°C and lows are around 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Fri) to allow time for the flight to San Diego.
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San Diego — 3 nights
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America's Finest City
Take a break from San Diego with a short trip to Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens in Encinitas, about 32 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: get to know the resident critters at San Diego Zoo, let little ones run wild at Balboa Park, stroll around Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, and contemplate the long history of Cabrillo National Monument.
To see maps, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read our San Diego trip maker site.
You can fly from Honolulu to San Diego in 7 hours. The time zone difference moving from Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time is 2 hours. Traveling from Honolulu in October, expect San Diego to be little chillier, temps between 30°C and 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Palm Springs.
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To see maps, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read our San Diego trip maker site.
You can fly from Honolulu to San Diego in 7 hours. The time zone difference moving from Hawaii-Aleutian Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time is 2 hours. Traveling from Honolulu in October, expect San Diego to be little chillier, temps between 30°C and 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Palm Springs.
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Palm Springs — 1 night
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On the 8th (Tue), explore the stunning scenery at Tahquitz Canyon, examine the collection at Palm Springs Air Museum, and then see Off-Road Tours.
To see maps, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Palm Springs trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from San Diego to Palm Springs takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from San Diego in October, expect nights in Palm Springs to be about the same, around 22°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 39°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to drive to Los Angeles.
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To see maps, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Palm Springs trip itinerary planner.
Traveling by car from San Diego to Palm Springs takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from San Diego in October, expect nights in Palm Springs to be about the same, around 22°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 39°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to drive to Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles — 2 nights
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City of Angels
On the 9th (Wed), get in on the family fun at Disneyland Park. On the next day, make an unforgettable trip to Disney California Adventure Park.
To see more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Los Angeles online road trip planner.
Drive from Palm Springs to Los Angeles in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. While traveling from Palm Springs, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Los Angeles, ranging from highs of 32°C to lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) to allow time to fly to San Simeon.
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To see more things to do, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Los Angeles online road trip planner.
Drive from Palm Springs to Los Angeles in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly; or take a bus. While traveling from Palm Springs, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Los Angeles, ranging from highs of 32°C to lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) to allow time to fly to San Simeon.
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San Simeon — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 11th (Fri): take in the waterfront at San Simeon Pier, take some stellar pictures from Ragged Point Overlook, then identify plant and animal life at Elephant Seal Vista Point, then look for gifts at Friends of the Elephant Seal Visitor Center, and finally kick back and relax at Piedras Blancas.
To find other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our San Simeon route maker tool.
Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to San Simeon takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from Los Angeles in October, expect a bit cooler with lows of 9°C in San Simeon. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) so you can travel to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.
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To find other places to visit, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our San Simeon route maker tool.
Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to San Simeon takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Traveling from Los Angeles in October, expect a bit cooler with lows of 9°C in San Simeon. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) so you can travel to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park.
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Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park — 2 nights
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A Land of Giants
On the 12th (Sat), hike along Moro Rock Trail, then take a peaceful walk through Giant Forest, and then explore the stunning scenery at Kings Canyon National Park. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at General Sherman Tree, then head outdoors with Sequoia Sightseeing Tours, and then don't miss a visit to The Senate.
Planning Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park trip won't be overwhelming when you use Inspirock's itinerary maker.
The Route module can help you plan travel from San Simeon to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park. In October, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Planning Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park trip won't be overwhelming when you use Inspirock's itinerary maker.
The Route module can help you plan travel from San Simeon to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park. In October, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Sun) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 4 nights
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Yosemite National Park is known for nature, sightseeing, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the dramatic natural features at Glacier Point, explore the activities along Tenaya Lake, make a trip to Half Dome, and take some stellar pictures from Yosemite, Tunnel View.
Discover how to plan a Yosemite National Park trip in just a few steps with Inspirock's itinerary builder.
Explore your travel options from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in October, expect nights in Yosemite National Park to be colder, around -2°C, while days are little chillier, around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) so you can travel to Tahoe City.
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Discover how to plan a Yosemite National Park trip in just a few steps with Inspirock's itinerary builder.
Explore your travel options from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park to Yosemite National Park with the Route module. Traveling from Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Park in October, expect nights in Yosemite National Park to be colder, around -2°C, while days are little chillier, around 22°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) so you can travel to Tahoe City.
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Tahoe City — 2 nights
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Start off your visit on the 18th (Fri): tour the pleasant surroundings at Eagle Falls Trail, contemplate the waterfront views at Emerald Bay State Park, and then take a memorable drive along Inspiration Point Vista. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the activities along Lake Tahoe, then hike along Stateline Lookout, and then immerse yourself in nature at Donner Memorial State Park and Emigrant Trail Museum.
To see reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Tahoe City journey planner.
Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to Tahoe City with the Route module. In October, daily temperatures in Tahoe City can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Las Vegas.
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To see reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Tahoe City journey planner.
Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to Tahoe City with the Route module. In October, daily temperatures in Tahoe City can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to -3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 3 nights
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Sin City
When in Las Vegas, make a side trip to see Hoover Dam in Boulder City, approximately Boulder City away. There's much more to do: immerse yourself in nature at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, see Off-Road Tours, enjoy breathtaking views from Eiffel Tower Viewing Deck, and see the interesting displays at The Mob Museum.
To see other places to visit, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Las Vegas trip itinerary planner.
You can fly from Tahoe City to Las Vegas in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Tahoe City in October, expect nights in Las Vegas to be warmer, around 18°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 32°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can travel to Grand Canyon National Park.
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To see other places to visit, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Las Vegas trip itinerary planner.
You can fly from Tahoe City to Las Vegas in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Tahoe City in October, expect nights in Las Vegas to be warmer, around 18°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 32°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can travel to Grand Canyon National Park.
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Grand Canyon National Park — 3 nights
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On the 23rd (Wed), hike the day away at Bright Angel Trail. There's still lots to do: explore the stunning scenery at Grand Canyon South Rim, admire the striking features of Grand Canyon Railway Depot, and hike along South Kaibab Trail.
To find ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Grand Canyon National Park trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Las Vegas in October, expect nights in Grand Canyon National Park to be cooler, around 0°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to travel to Monument Valley.
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To find ratings, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Grand Canyon National Park trip planner.
The Route module can help you plan travel from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Las Vegas to Grand Canyon National Park due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Las Vegas in October, expect nights in Grand Canyon National Park to be cooler, around 0°C, while days are a bit cooler, around 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to travel to Monument Valley.
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Monument Valley — 2 nights
Start off your visit on the 26th (Sat): see Off-Road Tours and then catch all the local highlights with Sightseeing Tours. Here are some ideas for day two: stroll through Wildcat Trail and then take a pleasant ride with a tour on horseback.
For ratings, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Monument Valley road trip planning tool.
You can do a combination of flight and car from Grand Canyon National Park to Monument Valley in 5.5 hours. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in October, plan for a bit warmer nights in Monument Valley, with lows around 6°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) so you can travel to Seattle.
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For ratings, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Monument Valley road trip planning tool.
You can do a combination of flight and car from Grand Canyon National Park to Monument Valley in 5.5 hours. Traveling from Grand Canyon National Park in October, plan for a bit warmer nights in Monument Valley, with lows around 6°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) so you can travel to Seattle.
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Seattle — 2 nights
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Emerald City
Kick off your visit on the 28th (Mon): take a stroll through Pike Place Market, take in panoramic vistas at Space Needle, then admire the masterpieces at Chihuly Garden and Glass, and finally observe the fascinating underwater world at Seattle Aquarium. On the next day, look for gifts at Elliott Bay Book Company, then get in on the family fun at Seattle Great Wheel, then see the interesting displays at The Museum of Flight, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Friends of Issaquah Salmon Hatchery.
To see more things to do, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Seattle trip site.
Traveling by combination of car and flight from Monument Valley to Seattle takes 9 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Monument Valley to Seattle, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Monument Valley in October, plan for a bit cooler days and somewhat warmer nights in Seattle: temperatures range from 20°C by day to 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Portland.
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To see more things to do, where to stay, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Seattle trip site.
Traveling by combination of car and flight from Monument Valley to Seattle takes 9 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Traveling from Monument Valley to Seattle, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Monument Valley in October, plan for a bit cooler days and somewhat warmer nights in Seattle: temperatures range from 20°C by day to 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Portland.
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Portland — 2 nights
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City of Roses
Kick off your visit on the 30th (Wed): explore the engaging exhibits at Portland Children's Museum, admire the landmark architecture of Pittock Mansion, then admire the natural beauty at Portland Japanese Garden, then admire the natural beauty at International Rose Test Garden, and finally look for gifts at Powell's City of Books. On the 31st (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, admire the sheer force of Multnomah Falls, and then surround yourself with nature on Volcano Lands - Private Tours.
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You can fly from Seattle to Portland in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in October, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) early enough to go by car to Gold Beach.
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You can fly from Seattle to Portland in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 22°C in October, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 31st (Thu) early enough to go by car to Gold Beach.
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Gold Beach — 1 night
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Kick off your visit on the 1st (Fri): see the interesting displays at Curry Historical Museum, take a memorable drive along Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor, and then kick back and relax at Secret Beach.
To find where to stay, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Gold Beach vacation planner.
You can drive from Portland to Gold Beach in 5.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Gold Beach can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) to allow time to drive to Fort Bragg.
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To find where to stay, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Gold Beach vacation planner.
You can drive from Portland to Gold Beach in 5.5 hours. In October, daily temperatures in Gold Beach can reach 20°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) to allow time to drive to Fort Bragg.
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Fort Bragg — 1 night
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Start off your visit on the 2nd (Sat): stroll around MacKerricher State Park, examine the collection at Sea Glass Museum, then take a memorable drive along Mendocino Coast, and finally explore the striking landscape at Mendocino Headlands State Park.
To see more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Fort Bragg road trip app.
Traveling by car from Gold Beach to Fort Bragg takes 5.5 hours. While traveling from Gold Beach, expect a bit warmer days and a bit cooler nights in Fort Bragg, ranging from highs of 21°C to lows of 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat) early enough to drive to San Francisco.
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To see more things to do, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Fort Bragg road trip app.
Traveling by car from Gold Beach to Fort Bragg takes 5.5 hours. While traveling from Gold Beach, expect a bit warmer days and a bit cooler nights in Fort Bragg, ranging from highs of 21°C to lows of 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sat) early enough to drive to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 2 nights
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City by the Bay
Start off your visit on the 3rd (Sun): head off the coast to Alcatraz Island, then take in the waterfront at Fisherman's Wharf, and then snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge.
To find maps, reviews, and other tourist information, read our San Francisco trip planner.
You can drive from Fort Bragg to San Francisco in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Fort Bragg in November, plan for a bit warmer nights in San Francisco, with lows around 12°C. On the 4th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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To find maps, reviews, and other tourist information, read our San Francisco trip planner.
You can drive from Fort Bragg to San Francisco in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a bus. Traveling from Fort Bragg in November, plan for a bit warmer nights in San Francisco, with lows around 12°C. On the 4th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.
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United States travel guide
More than the country of car-packed streets seen in TV shows and movies, the United States of America is a complex and diverse home to over 300 million people living in a wide range of landscapes and climates. From its big-city skyscrapers to its sprawling natural parks, the country's ''melting pot'' combines many ethnic groups that share a strong sense of national identity despite their cultural differences. A country of road trips and big blue skies, the United States harbors orderly cities filled with restaurants, parks, museums, and innumerable sightseeing opportunities, as well as pristine natural areas perfect for a holiday in the great outdoors. To see as much as you can of this diverse land quickly, drive over some of the more than 6 million km (4 million mi) of highways leading through deserts, mountain peaks, fertile fields, and giant urban centers.
Lake Tahoe (California) travel guide
Lake of the Sky
Straddling the border between California and Nevada, Lake Tahoe draws visitors from both states and beyond to its shores. With an average of 300 sunny days annually, it's no surprise that the lake is a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts. The blue-green waters beckon travelers for swimming, boating, windsurfing, or kayaking. The lake also has a number of walking trails for those who don't want to get wet. In the colder months, skiers take to the surrounding mountains. The south shore is the most developed side of the lake, with more things to do, while the west and north shores are generally more tranquil.
