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Sacramento
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Yosemite National Park
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Miami
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Niagara Falls
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San Francisco

City by the Bay

San Francisco is a top holiday destination featuring scenic beauty and great ethnic and cultural diversity.
On the 15th (Sat), make a trip to Lombard Street.

For more things to do, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the San Francisco online itinerary planner.

Hyderabad, India to San Francisco is an approximately 23.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 13.5 hours traveling from Hyderabad to San Francisco. Traveling from Hyderabad in April, expect San Francisco to be cooler, temps between 22°C and 12°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Sacramento.
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Sacramento — 2 nights

River City

The capital city of America's most economically significant state, Sacramento is an important stop for any politico.
On the 16th (Sun), get to know the resident critters at Sacramento Zoo, explore the landscape on two wheels at American River Bicycle Trail, and then see the interesting displays at California State Railroad Museum.

To see maps, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Sacramento trip itinerary planner.

Getting from San Francisco to Sacramento by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from San Francisco in April: highs in Sacramento hover around 27°C, while lows dip to 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to drive to San Francisco.
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San Francisco — 1 night

City by the Bay

On the 17th (Mon), get to know the fascinating history of Filbert Street Stairs, steep yourself in history at SS Jeremiah O'Brien, then step off the mainland to explore Alcatraz Island, and finally take in the pleasant sights at Fisherman's Wharf. On the 18th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: browse the different shops at Ferry Building Marketplace, snap pictures at Golden Gate Bridge, and then stroll around Golden Gate Park.

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Traveling by car from Sacramento to San Francisco takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a bus. When traveling from Sacramento in April, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in San Francisco: temperatures range from 22°C by day to 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Sacramento.
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Sacramento — 1 night

River City

To find traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Sacramento trip builder.

Getting from San Francisco to Sacramento by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: fly; or take a bus. When traveling from San Francisco in April, plan for somewhat warmer days in Sacramento, with highs around 27°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 11°C. You will leave for South Lake Tahoe on the 19th (Wed).
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South Lake Tahoe — 1 night

High in the Sierra Nevada mountains on the shore of one of America’s most scenic lakes, South Lake Tahoe captures the spirit of the outdoors and serves as a hub for tourism activities surrounding the lake.
Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Tahoe, contemplate the waterfront views at Emerald Bay State Park, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at Casino at Harrah's Lake Tahoe. Here are some ideas for day two: tour the pleasant surroundings at Rock House Discount Ski & Snowboard Rentals and then get some thrills on the water with a speed boat tour.

To see other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our South Lake Tahoe visit planner.

You can drive from Sacramento to South Lake Tahoe in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. While traveling from Sacramento, expect a bit cooler days and colder nights in South Lake Tahoe, ranging from highs of 15°C to lows of -1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) early enough to travel to Yosemite National Park.
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Yosemite National Park — 2 nights

Massive granite mountains, towering waterfalls, groves of Giant Sequoia trees, and wilderness as far as the eye can see distinguish the landscape of Yosemite National Park.
Start off your visit on the 21st (Fri): get great views at Valley View, take in the dramatic scenery at Vernal Fall, and then get great views at Half Dome. Here are some ideas for day two: contemplate the waterfront views at Mirror Lake/Meadow Trail, then explore the striking landscape of Bridalveil Fall, then get great views at Yosemite, Tunnel View, and finally admire the sheer force of Yosemite Falls.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read Yosemite National Park online trip itinerary builder.

The Route module can help you plan travel from South Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park. In April, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to -2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough to travel to Los Angeles.
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Los Angeles — 3 nights

City of Angels

Surrounded by mountain ranges, forests, valleys, beaches, and deserts, the metropolitan area of Los Angeles is home to over 17 million people.
Start off your visit on the 23rd (Sun): get in on the family fun at Disneyland Park. Keep things going the next day: find something for the whole family at Disney California Adventure Park.

To see other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Los Angeles trip planning website.

Explore your travel options from Yosemite National Park to Los Angeles with the Route module. Traveling from Yosemite National Park in April, expect nights in Los Angeles to be much warmer, around 15°C, while days are somewhat warmer, around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can fly to Las Vegas.
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Las Vegas — 4 nights

Sin City

Nicknamed the "Entertainment Capital of the World," Las Vegas sits in the middle of a desert in the southern section of Nevada.
Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Las Vegas: Boulder City (Winged Figures of the Republic Statues, Hoover Dam, &more). The adventure continues: ponder the design of Fountains of Bellagio, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, take in breathtaking views at Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, and admire the natural beauty at Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens.

To find reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Las Vegas trip maker tool.

Traveling by flight from Los Angeles to Las Vegas takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In April in Las Vegas, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 16°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sat) so you can fly to Dallas.
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Dallas — 5 nights

Big D

One of the country's most popular shopping destinations, Dallas and its sprawling suburbs include more shopping centers per capita than any other urban center in America.
Explore Dallas' surroundings by going to Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District (in Fort Worth) and Bluebonnet Trail (in Ennis). There's much more to do: examine the collection at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, make a trip to Grassy Knoll, walk around Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, and take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cistercian Abbey.

For photos, traveler tips, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Dallas route site.

Traveling by flight from Las Vegas to Dallas takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Las Vegas to Dallas. April in Dallas sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Thu) early enough to fly to New Orleans.
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New Orleans — 1 night

The Big Easy

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.
Start off your visit on the 4th (Thu): appreciate the extensive heritage of Jackson Square.

Plan trip to New Orleans with our itinerary maker to find out where to go and what to do.

Traveling by flight from Dallas to New Orleans takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Dallas in May, you will find days in New Orleans are slightly colder (24°C), and nights are about the same (24°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Fri) early enough to catch the flight to Clearwater.
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Clearwater — 2 nights

Fun and Sun for All

Holding the record for most consecutive days of sunshine in a single year, Clearwater offers long sandy beaches and proximity to other major cities in the Tampa Bay area.
Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sat): get in on the family fun at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. On your second day here, stop by Wings Beachwear, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Clearwater Beach.

For photos, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Clearwater itinerary planning site.

You can fly from New Orleans to Clearwater in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from New Orleans to Clearwater is 1 hour. When traveling from New Orleans in May, plan for somewhat warmer days in Clearwater, with highs around 36°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 24°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sun) early enough to go by car to Orlando.
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Orlando — 3 nights

Theme Park Capital of the World

For most people, any mention of Orlando immediately conjures up images of sprawling theme parks filled with characters plucked right out of popular animated movies.
On the 8th (Mon), discover the magic at Walt Disney World Resort. Keep things going the next day: find something for the whole family at Universal Orlando Resort, then make an unforgettable trip to Epcot, and then browse the exhibits of Museum Of Illusions Orlando.

To find photos, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Orlando trip planning site.

Traveling by car from Clearwater to Orlando takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. In May in Orlando, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 24°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Key West.
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Key West — 1 night

Conch Republic

Located just 140 km (90 mi) from Cuba, Key West is an island only about 6.4 km (4 mi) long and 1.6 km (1 mi) wide.
Kick off your visit on the 10th (Wed): brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Papa’s Pilar Rum Distillery, Hemingway Rum Company and then glide through the air with a parasailing or paragliding tour.

To see other places to visit, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Key West trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Orlando to Key West takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Orlando in May, expect somewhat warmer with lows of 29°C in Key West. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Thu) so you can fly to Miami.
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Miami — 2 nights

Magic City

Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.
Kick off your visit on the 12th (Fri): browse the different shops at Bayside Marketplace, wander the streets of Ocean Drive, and then take a stroll through Lincoln Road.

For ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Miami trip planner.

You can fly from Key West to Miami in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Miami can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) early enough to fly to Jacksonville.
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Jacksonville — 1 night

The River City

The sprawling city of Jacksonville is not only Florida's most populous city, but also the largest city by land area in the continental United States.
On the 13th (Sat), learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and then look for gifts at Sweet Pete's Candy.

For ratings, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Jacksonville driving holiday site.

Fly from Miami to Jacksonville in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Miami in May since evenings lows in Jacksonville dip to 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Sun) so you can fly to Washington DC.
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Washington DC — 4 nights

The capital of the United States, the District of Columbia contains the lion's share of the country's most treasured monuments, memorials, and public museums.
Get out of town with these interesting Washington DC side-trips: Gettysburg (Gettysburg National Military Park & Gettysburg National Cemetery). The adventure continues: get a new perspective on nature at Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, pause for some photo ops at Washington Monument, get a sense of history and politics at White House, and take an in-depth tour of National Portrait Gallery.

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Getting from Jacksonville to Washington DC by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. While traveling from Jacksonville, expect a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Washington DC, ranging from highs of 28°C to lows of 17°C. You will have some time to spend on the 18th (Thu) before leaving for Chicago.
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Chicago — 1 night

Windy City

A huge and vibrant city, Chicago is home to top-notch theaters, shops, museums, galleries, and restaurants.
On the 19th (Fri), get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Shedd Aquarium, explore the world behind art at The Art Institute of Chicago, then stroll around Millennium Park, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Skydeck Chicago - Willis Tower.

For ratings, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Chicago travel route planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Washington DC to Chicago takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central Standard Time (CST) is minus 1 hour. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Washington DC in May: high temperatures in Chicago hover around 25°C and lows are around 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Detroit.
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Detroit — 5 nights

The Motor City

Founded in 1701 by a French explorer and adventurer, Detroit exerted a profound impact on the world for most of the 20th century.
Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Detroit: Heck Park (in Monroe) and Toledo (Toledo Museum of Art & National Museum of the Great Lakes). There's much more to do: see the interesting displays at The Henry Ford, admire the striking features of The Guardian Building, get to know the fascinating history of Greenfield Village, and make a trip to The Spirit of Detroit.

Use Inspirock's suggestions to plan your Detroit trip and find the best activities and attractions for your vacation.

Getting from Chicago to Detroit by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. The time zone difference when traveling from Chicago to Detroit is 1 hour. In May, plan for daily highs up to 25°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can fly to Niagara Falls.
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Niagara Falls — 1 night

Honeymoon Capital of the World

The city of Niagara Falls houses the U.S. half of the famous waterfall that straddles the border between Canada and the United States.
Kick off your visit on the 24th (Wed): admire nature's wide array of creatures at Aquarium of Niagara, then enjoy breathtaking views from Niagara Falls Observation Tower, then take in the dramatic scenery at Niagara Falls, and finally try to win big at Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House, then Head underground at Cave of the Winds, then take in the dramatic scenery at Bridal Veil Falls, and finally don't miss a visit to Third Street Art Alley.

To find photos, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Niagara Falls holiday builder site.

Traveling by flight from Detroit to Niagara Falls takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in May, and nighttime lows around 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Thu) early enough to fly to New York City.
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New York City — 1 day

Big Apple

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.
Kick off your visit on the 26th (Fri): steep yourself in history at 9/11 Memorial and then don't miss a visit to Central Park.

To see photos, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, go to the New York City tour planner.

You can fly from Niagara Falls to New York City in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Niagara Falls in May, plan for a bit warmer nights in New York City, with lows around 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Washington DC.
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Washington DC — 1 night

For other places to visit, photos, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Washington DC trip builder tool.

Fly from New York City to Washington DC in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. When traveling from New York City in May, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Washington DC: temperatures range from 28°C by day to 17°C at night. You'll set off for Queens on the 27th (Sat).
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Queens

Queens is the easternmost and largest in area of the five boroughs of New York City. On the 27th (Sat), don't miss a visit to Welling Court Mural Project, take in nature's colorful creations at New York Botanical Garden, and then make a trip to Pepsi Cola Sign.

For more things to do, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Queens trip maker app.

Traveling by flight from Washington DC to Queens takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. When traveling from Washington DC in May, plan for a bit cooler days in Queens, with highs around 24°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 14°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sat) to allow time to travel back home.
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United States travel guide

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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.
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Lake Tahoe (California) travel guide

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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.
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New York State travel guide

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The Empire State
Home to the country's most populous city, the state of New York is a major gateway for immigration into the United States, but also one of the nation's prime holiday destinations. Take a trip down the state's numerous wilderness trails and scenic roads to visit quaint small towns, sandy beaches, historical estates, and artist colonies. Though the majority of visitors head for the big-city restaurants, theaters, and museums, you can venture deeper into the rugged and remote mountain areas to discover a world of picturesque forests, rivers, mountains, and lakes. New York also boasts the nation's largest forest preserve, encompassing much of the northeastern lobe of the state.
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