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With an exciting calendar of year-round festivals, stunning European architecture, exquisite eateries, high-end shopping and more, this city is pretty irresistible.

Blue ridges fill your view as you gaze over the many acres of tree-covered wilderness in this peaceful Virginia park. 

Rare and ancient plant species can be admired in their thousands at this spectacular outdoor attraction.

Founded in 1896 by steel baron Andrew Carnegie, this contemporary art institution boasts an impressive fusion of painting, sculpture, architecture and furniture.

With the scenic beauty of the White Mountains and the retail allure of outlet malls, this New Hampshire town is popular among skiers and shoppers.

Venture to the northern stretches of New Jersey to find abundant nature, close-up views of Manhattan and some impressive museums. 

Sitting on top of Capitol Hill is a Washington landmark that’s been the home of American democracy for more than 200 years.

This tiny New Hampshire town in the shadow of Mount Monadnock shines with publishing houses, ponds and prep schools.

With the scenic beauty of the White Mountains and the retail allure of outlet malls, this New Hampshire town is popular among skiers and shoppers.

 With its pristine water, wooded shoreline and more than 300 islands, this New York destination earns its nickname, the “Queen of American Lakes.”

Food markets, art galleries and heaps of national pride characterise this city that’s steeped in history.

This tiny New Hampshire town in the shadow of Mount Monadnock shines with publishing houses, ponds and prep schools.

Explore the wonders held deep underground in this fantastic system of caves in the Wasatch mountains.

Pay tribute to fallen heroes at a thought-provoking monument to those who lost their lives during the three- year Korean War.

Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.

Be amazed by the beauty of handicrafts at New York City’s premier space dedicated to art created in glass, clay, cloth, metal and wood.

Be amazed by the beauty of handicrafts at New York City’s premier space dedicated to art created in glass, clay, cloth, metal and wood.

This captivating neoclassical and art deco museum houses a stunning collection of American, European and Chinese art and photography from ancient to modern times.

See a world-class collection of orchids and tropical bromeliads and walk through peaceful mangrove and palm gardens in this botanical park.

Admire the incredible array of blooms on display, from insect-eating plants to elaborately shaped orchids, at this well-preserved Victorian-era conservatory.

Miami\'s not all neon lights and modern bling: this National Historic Landmark is a peaceful oasis from a different age.