The United States has a lot of vacation hotspots that you
can visit; however, most of these are often kept hidden underneath the lists of
the most popular landmarks. Well, there are many reasons as to why they are often
overlooked-some cater to only select clients, while others do not provide as
much convenience as their more famous counterparts.
But it is also worth checking out these usually overlooked
but still incredible vacations. You may not realize it, but these can actually
change the way you treat your holiday from something common to something
totally fresh and exciting.
If you are looking for these kinds of vacations, take a look
at the list below:
Yosemite National
Park
Yosemite National Park is one of the most famous natural
reserves in the United States, let alone among the biggest. But because of its
given features and characteristics, many of us already take it for granted.
But Yosemite is more than just a big natural park almost the
same size as Rhode Island. It offers a patch of land covered with grand big
sequoia trees, the Half Dome trail, and the Glacier Point, which is snow-capped
all-year round. If you’re after the all-American adventure, then this is the
place to go on vacation.
Kauai
One of the most celebrated islands of Hawaii is Kauai. It’s
rather smaller than its neighbors but it sure does give you a panoramic view of
the Pacific Ocean. But Kauai is often overshadowed because you still have to
travel by boat just to get to the island. Many vacationers also feel more
comfortable in Hawaii itself, as this is where most of the conveniences, such
as bars and restaurants, hotels and other basic necessities of city living are
found.
But Kauai offers a rather peaceful and calming take of the
Hawaiian Islands. You can actually enjoy spending the whole day just staring at
the ocean, especially if you are situated atop the island’s stone hill. You can
also do a lot of activities in Kauai, such as swimming, diving, and surfing. You
may even want to get married here!
Juneau
Trekking the great frontier is always fun and exciting, and
if you want to do it the icy way, then head to Juneau. Located at the heart of
Alaska, Juneau offers a breathtaking view of the countryside, with the
surrounding mountains topped with white snow throughout the year, and the grass
changing from green to brown alongside the turning of the season.
Juneau offers a lot of tourist attractions you will love.
You can go and visit the Glacier Bay National Park, as well as the Admiralty
Island National Monument, or head to the lesser-known Mendenhall Glacier and
Tracy Arm Fjord.
US Virgin Islands
Are you longing to go to Caribbean, but not step on Latin
American soil? If so, then the US Virgin Islands is the top pick. These islands
are located at the heart of the Caribbean Sea, and there are still a lot of
tribal groups practicing their culture here.
If you intend to visit the US Virgin Islands, you are not
only able to enjoy a beach holiday, but as well get to know the locals by
attending their cultural presentations and colorful Carnival festivities, which
are much livelier than that in Rio.
Outer Banks
The Outer Banks are a chain of small islands located just
off the coast of North Carolina. But these islands offer more than just a beach
escapade; it served as the testing ground of airplane pioneers Wilbur and
Orville Wright. It also was where the pirate Blackbeard lost his last battle.
There are a lot of things that you can do in the Outer Banks
aside from the typical swimming. It is one the best places in the United States
to go windsurfing, fishing and ATV driving on its white sand dunes.
Foxwoods and the
Mohegan Sun
If you have the lucky hand in gambling but are not into the
heat Vegas offers, then you should look at what’s in store in New England. A
lot of gambling enthusiasts usually flock Foxwoods and the Mohegan Sun, two of
the most famous casinos Connecticut is known for.
These casinos are not really ideal for family vacations, but
if you’re traveling alone or with friends, then these are good choices. Both
casino resorts showcase first class gaming halls and operations, and as well as
five-class hotel accommodations that you may want to take advantage of.
Jackson Hole
In the heart of Wyoming is the famed Jackson Hole Valley.
This quiet town offers a fresh take of the American countryside, where you go
on a hike, ride horses and simply relax. It’s also a favorite tourist
destination during the winter, as a lot of ski resorts are open during the said
season.
Jackson Hole remains to be a cheaper alternative to more
popular venues such as Aspen or Lake Tahoe, so if you want to make the most out
of the holiday season, this is the place to go.
A Few Tips When Going
On Vacation
Perhaps the most important tip that you may want to exercise
is to plan your vacation ahead of time. While the above-mentioned itineraries
are not as popular as mainstream destinations, they still have a lot to offer.
It would be better to book your reservations early so that you would be given
priority treatment (extra perks, more discounts and better deals) in the hotel
you will check into.
Another important trick to enjoying these vacations is to
look for package deals. Package deals are cheaper, and they still give the same
kind of service as that in non-package offers. If you cannot look for
satisfying package deals, you may want settle for off-peak season arrangements
instead. Regular rates usually fall after the peak months, as tourists come in
fewer batches from then on. If you booked a vacation just as the peak season
ended, you may just be qualified to get a discounted package rate for your
holiday.
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