Oregonian here. The reason Oregon's beaches are so spectacular (beside the obvious geologic benefits from Nature) is that all the beaches are unspoiled by private resorts and dwellings, overcrowding down to the shoreline. Years ago, the people of Oregon passed a referendum deeming the beaches public property, unavailable to private buyers and exploitation.
Yeah, they made sure only rich people could be there. There are private houses there. They like to imply it’s egalitarian when, in actuality, it’s class distinction
That is a good idea! I have a question about Oregon. Why do they prohibit premium offers and such? For instance, when I was young we would send in box tops to Post or Kellogg and get a toy. There would be a notice saying "Prohibited in Oregon". It is still like that today on both tv and radio spots. I was just wondering what the thinking is on that.
Water is cold year-round, too...like Washington State, which is where I'm from. West Coast politics made me leave and now in the Carolinas' & the beaches are awesome
The US is literally the most diverse country in the world. This means cultures, foods, people, accents/languages, towns, cities, landscapes, flora, fauna and climates
That's why I hate when non Americans say that Americans are not well traveled. We have such a diverse country - there isn't a reason to travel outside her.
- American cities and towns all looks practically the same. In terms of architecture and infrastructure and ofc those suburbs (all houses look the same in the same neighborhoods) - majority of countries in the world have different accents from province/state to another and some even have couple languages (not that they study them in school but they're small languages from those areas) - almost all tropical and subtropical countries have diverse fauna and flora including the USA and some other 60 countries (entire of Africa, southern Europe, southern north America, all of South America, oceania and southern Asia) - different climate depends on many factors such as size and location of the country and its region but there is many countries with diverse climates even though some can be considered small - medium size - different foods, cultures, peoples, yes that's the only thing you get right but it's also sad because that's the reason America is lowkey falling
@@Bedroomeyzethere's many reasons to travel outside the USA, many countries have different cultures (even in the same country) , good food, beautiful landscapes and ofc ancient/medieval sites etc And Nicer people and safer places cuz many usa cities are dangerous...
@@grandetristesse3370 We have good food, beautiful landscapes, and historical sites - not as old but still of great significance. And some of THE nicest welcoming people there is. Safer? You mean Paris, Rome, London, etc. have no crime?
You do not get the same thing as going to a different country. The people who have brought the Mexican culture here still live it in America. The culture and food in Mexico is different from the Mexican-American culture and food. If you only stay in America, you are not challenged by a different place, language and laws. You can talk with people and discover how they see things differently. That is part of the experience of foreign travel.
There is something for everyone. Mountains- beaches- deserts - wide open plains-hot -cold -cities-farms etc. I have been to every state over 40 years. They change so much from season to season.
Wyoming native here and I'll share a secret with you. If you're not opposed to wearing a jacket mid April is one of my favorite times to go to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. The mountains are usually still blanketed in snow and look absolutely majestic but the lower areas have started their melt and spring green is usually getting developed. It can still have a bit of nip to the air but the added bonus is that the bears are generally all out of hibernation and are much more visible as they are actively hunting/foraging. Just don't give them any reason to come after you and you'll be fine, but watching them fish with snow around is quite remarkable. Plus, the crowds won't be arriving yet and you'll be able to have a more intimate visit to my parks!
You're right about not needing a passport. Back before 9/11, not only did you have all those places and more, all it took to get into and out of Canada, Mexico, and most of the Caribbean was a driver's license. We went all over the continent and never needed a passport.
There are 2 different species of giant redwoods in California. The coastal redwoods, which were shown, and the giant sequoias which are more inland near Yosmite. The coastal redwoods are taller but the sequoias are bigger. I personally think the sequoias are better. If I could only see one it wold be the sequoias.
A friend and I drove up the coast from Los Angeles to San Francisco. My favorite places were Malibu, Santa Barbara, Big Sur, and Sonoma. I think San Francisco is the best sited city in the US even more than NYC.
I'm from TX and I lived in Los Angeles for 5 years. I got to check out Big Sur in my travels. Eagle Mountain and Weed are two of my favorite norcal towns.
Awesome vid but it leaves out the American Midwest. You should do a react to all the great camping, fishing and water sports around the Great Lakes region. They are America's "Interior Oceans" and one of its best kept secrets with dozens of national forests. The Upper Peninsula of Michigan in particular is stunning. A great road trip full of fun and mystery (and Bigfoot and the Michigan Dogmen)! 😄
@@hollycook5046 Agreed. The summers and autumns in the UP are amazing...it feels like Martha's Vineyard or the wilderness of the northeast like Maine...only cheaper 👍🏼
@@rashadwalker8218 Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico (featured in this video) are the Interior West, and are not on the west coast LOL. That'd be like saying that Illinois, Missouri, or Indiana are on the east coast. Besides that, Alaska and Hawai'i are their own unique places, geographically and culturally, and are far away from the contiguous states. Most of these videos don't cover only the east and west coasts. The Midwest, Plains states, Texas etc. are beautiful in their own ways and are nice... but you're going to be hard pressed in those states to find places that can match up to the plethora of things to see and do, or the stunning scenery and landscapes of some of the other regions. On a list of only 10-20 places out of the entire country, the pretty or fun places in those "middle" areas just aren't going to make the cut very often.
@lionelhutz3142 I love the Upper Peninsula as a WI native we go up there twice in the summer through Iron County Off Roading with the kids and the dogs with our side by side. So much fun!
I feel that, but I've also been to places like Jamaica and Mexico and the cultures add something you don't quite get at home in the US. There are communities that mirror some of it. However, there is something interesting about bumping shoulders in another country. The USA is so big though and people from other countries just don't really understand how easy it is to not even visit all the states in your lifetime. I've been blessed enough to be 29 and have already been to like 30ish states.
While true, I have limited funds. There are more important things to spend my money on other than bumping shoulders with other people in other countries.
@@backyardrailroader Honestly, it wasn't very expensive. I did that as a college student who had very little spare money. Ramen noodle every budget LOL. But yeah, its hard to make time and money.
I remember on your other channel you had mentioned several times that you didn't think you'd ever get Kat in a video. I don't know why she was so hesitant. She's extremely well spoken and has very insightful comments throughout every video she's in 😊❤
I'm with you Jono. I have been to New York City when I was in the Coast Guard and I would never want to go there. I have even driven a semi truck through there several times and that just reinforced my negative opinion. There is so much natural beauty, why would anyone waste t time in a city?
@@tupelohoney622 nyc is incredible. you all are crazy. if you go to one city you have to go there. the vie from the empire state building is worth it alone!
The Grand Canyon in Arizona is mind boggling. You see it in movies and to tell the truth when you’re actually there it is so spectacular and enormous that it still feels like you’re looking at a photograph. Magnificent.
I feel you! As I have stated before, you should consider Isle Royale, Mackinac Island and, Tahquamenon Falls. The M-22 Lake Michigan Coastal Tour, Grand Haven, Holland, South Haven, St. Joseph, Muskegon, Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Saugatuck. Nature is the greatest creation. These are all located within Michigan ✋️
I grew up in Utah and I've been to all the National Parks here. I really recommend going to the National Parks and have a week in each place to enjoy the views and trails.
Utah has such beautiful national parks Bryce is so amazing and getting up before sunrise and hiking to Delicate Arch in Arches national park is a natural wonder but you do need to have a reservation for the hike so register before hand. Capital Reef, Zion,Deadhorse Point and many more Utah is home to 5 National Parks and several State Parks Well worth spending time there
Something he did not mention in southern Utah is the meant national parks. Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion. They all have something to offer and are well worth your time. Check them out. You won't be disappointed. Arizona has a couple good options as well. The Grand Canyon of course, and The Wave rock formation located in Coyote Buttes. And Antelope Canyon is absolutely stunning.
Definitely visit Cannon Beach. I grew up in Washington State and my whole childhood we went to Cannon Beach every year once a year for a week. I’ve lived in Washington, Oregon, and California and the whole west coast is stunning. I’ve traveled to most areas of the US, several latin countries and the Caribbean. Also visited The Netherlands, Germany, Austria, France, and The UK. The only vistas that I have seen that match the West coast USA is Alaska, the northern cascades in Canada (which are both extensions of the west coast) and the Alps in Austria.
So many overwhelmingly beautiful places are in America, you could literally skip all the popular spots and find just as beautiful scenery without added costs or crowds.
I live in New York State, and I have no desire to go to New York City. There's too many beautiful places to visit here, Adirondack National Park, Catskills, Letchworth State Park (3 waterfalls in the same river), Niagara Falls of course, ect. The fishing in New York State is some of the best in the world. Between the many rivers and creeks, hundreds of lakes, Lake Erie has more varieties of game fish than the other Great lakes. You can charter a boat guide to take your family out! 🎣 And don't forget to try the Beef on Weck and Buffalo wings 😄🍻
I live about 20 minutes from the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Horrible! Those poor men who were on the bridge working. They still haven't' recovered all of them.
I cannot express the true beauty of the Redwood Forests of Northern California. I've been to a lot of places in my life, and Jedediah Smith park is my favorite. I went in September 2023, and I cannot stop thinking about it.
5:44 Fun Fact - If you’ve seen Star Wars Return of the Jedi, this might look a little familiar. The forest scenes when they were on Endor were shot here.
The lighthouse they showed in the Oregon section is Heceta Head Lighthouse in Florence, Oregon. I live about fifteen minutes east from that in Mapleton. The Heceta Beach is an easy-access beach too; the parking lot is a stone's toss from the beach itself.
@@lyriasfaves I love Yachats. It's one of my favorite places in the world. My favorite spot is just south of Yachats at Bob Creek. It's one of my agate hunting spots. Just pure paradise. Your sister is going to love it there.
You can see Half Dome flying N-S in California. Also if you drive from Lake Tahoe going to Yosemite don’t take Highway 50 or Interstate 80 but rather take one of the minor routes like 108 or 120. Hwy 120 goes to Yosemite but 108 (one of my favorite drives ever) is additional beauty you get see because 120 comes up the backside of Yosemite. 2 things that change your route is snow and fire. Be careful with fire it can all of a sudden be there without much warning
Went to Yosemite less than 2 yrs ago. You can't really perceive the size until you're there. From the gatehouses to the valley is about 1.5 hour drive. Parking, lodging and amenities in the valley are limited & pricey. Visitor demand means you need to reserve admittance "reservation" via an online account during peak season. Best time is May or even early June. Then Fall is also very popular. I recommend research!
My sons had friends working concessions at Yellowstone. Some of them got drunk and mistakenly jumped into a thermal pool. One died and 2 were critically injured. I live in Utah and it's easy to stay in Utah and visit our national and state parks. Of all the places he showed in Utah...the Salt Flats! That would be close to my last because we have so much more. The houseboats at Lake Powell are a lot of fun. It's nice to have a smaller boat too so you can explore some of the smaller routes. You can find some Native American homes in the caves. Very cool to see!
Greetings! I live in the Yosemite National Park area of California. I love it, and was born here 70 years ago. It’s very interesting because you never know what kind of critters you run into. You have to drive slow here, because they have the right of way. I’ve had to stop for mountain lions, wolves, deer.. and one time a brown bear. If you ever come here, I know you’ll never want to leave! Love Grandma Debbie
That quick shot of the Little Sur river lagoon between the McWay Falls and the elephant seals is where I caught my first steelhead trout back about 1971. We used to fish in the Big Sur area all the time and back. Then you could still go down there and fish when the river was open to the sea. Back then I think the waterfall was called Pfeiffer Falls. The beach sand underneath it sometimes turns purple from Eroded garnets.
You need to do that drive down the 101. Do not fear traffic. I have done the drive all the way to San Diego multiple times. I recommend you do the drive that he shows - Lake Tahoe and down to Big Sur.
I realize you can't cover everything worth seeing, but in Oregon and Washington it would be a crime to miss the Columbia River Gorge east of Portland, the volcanic peaks in the Oregon and Washington Cascade Mountains (Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Hood, Mt. St. Helens, Mt Adams, Mt. Rainier and Mt. Baker), the Olympic Mountains and Rain Forest in NW Washington on the Olympic Peninsula, and then finally the North Cascades in Washington, often called the North American Alps.
Houseboat vacation at Lake Powell is amazing and I would definitely recommend! I spent a few weeks there as a kid, swimming, fishing, hiking, old Native American ruins, canyons....unforgettable.
I've camped with my family in the Redwoods - it is breathtaking! We do not chop down Redwoods ... we protect them! Oregon is beautiful...(probably remind you weather wise of London, it's a bit rainy) - my parent's were married in Oregon! Absolutely beautiful State! The coastline from Washington State, down through Oregon and Northern California has the most beautiful coastlines! My sister and I are heading to Vermont in October 1) to see the beautiful leaves 2) we are going to historical places and EAT LOTS OF SEAFOOD! Can't wait!
I'm glad you have an open mind. Everyone on here is always going to Texas. I was born in New York, went to school in California, & now in Chicago. Northern states have a lot of beauty and activities. Don't get stuck with limiting yourself to southern states.
I live in New Jersey and we get black bears wandering into local towns. They don’t declare an emergency, they just get the police and the Fish and Wildlife people to tranquilize it and take it back out into the woods.
I believe those hot springs killed several people working in the park to assist others. If I remember correctly a small group of guides decided to take a short cut later at night and came across a small spring they thought they could jump across but some fell in and the heat boiled off their skin.
I heard a story from a teacher I had when I was in school. He and his family went to Yellowstone when he was a child. At one point, his sister fell off the path and landed in the mud made from the dirt and hot spring water. She made it out but with burn marks on her arms from where she fell. He said that his sister makes sure to cover her arms since she has scars from that incident. As a pre-teen: it left a heavy impression on me.
I live in Utah and we are the epicenter of the west. From Utah as a base camp, every other state is a 1 day drive. New Zealand is the extreme sports capital of the world, Utah is the extreme sports capital of America and is amazingly family friendly. We have a saying here. "If it happens in Utah, you can tell everybody!"
I am shocked he didn't mention the Great Smokey Mountains in Tennessee and North Carolina - some of the most beautiful mountains in America! And the people are friendly, and you will find the best of southern hospitality and cooking!
The US has so much to offer. I'm from NYC, but now I live 15 minutes from Boston. The US has so many amazing places to see and enjoy. I have been fortunate to visit Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, Grand Cayon, Arcadia National Park in Maine. In 2021, we did the house boat on Lake Powell on the Utah side. All have been beautiful and amazing experiences. Still have a few more I would like to explore. Hope some day you and your family can come and visit us!!!
If you’re into the outdoors the west is where to go anywhere from Colorado west really. You could do a road trip and hit a few of these on the Pacific Coast Highway. You can start in Seattle, then hit Olympic national park, cannon beach, the redwood forest, big sur, LA and San Diego all on that highway and also cut inland to Yosemite, Death Valley etc.
Even with all of these there are so many more national parks that aren’t included on this list not to mention that each state has special designations that usually only locals know about and one can’t forget about things such as jazz in New Orleans or country music in Nashville or hit Beale street in Memphis for some blues music and for a bit of soul music you could hit Detroit, Chicago, Philadelphia or St. Louis and for rock and roll ya might want to hit Portland, Oregon- Los Angeles- Austin, Texas - Seattle,Washington- SanDiego, California and southern rock came from states in the south like Tennessee Georgia Florida Texas etc. Now all of these are up for debate but I think I’ve gotten close
Yellowstone Park is EXTREMELY strict about leaving the marked trails and boardwalks. Most of the springs are extremely hot and highly acidic - therefore VERY dangerous. There have been quite a few fatal incidents over the years. There are safe commercial hot springs OUTSIDE the park.
Moab, UT arches national park is another spot I feel should have been added. Delicate arch is a 1.5 mile hike and a really easy one to do. Sitting up there and watching the sun set and the colors change on the arch was amazing. Great park to drive around and see all of the rock formations.
The only way we could afford to travel to all the National Parks and experience nature at it's finest with 4 kids and 2 adults was; we had mini van, took along tents, a camp stove, folding table, ice chest to hold food, skillet, pots, paper plates, food, sleeping bags, and pillows. Of course we had our clothes and lots of cameras. Because of unforeseen problems with 2 of the kids, my hub opted to rent a second mini van. Because of camping, we saved a fortune on motel, and we had the food we wanted and cooked it, we saved another fortune on restaurants. We did eat out at restaurants on several occasions to give me a break from cooking & cleaning. But we really saved a lot with being able to set up tents, air mattresses to sleep on, sleeping bags, and usually camping was free or a charge of $5 for one night. There were restrooms nearby for the kids, and water was located throughout the camping areas. As a result in the savings, we were able to go see the following in 2 weeks; Las Vegas, Zion National Park, Yosemite National Park, Red Rock Canyon, Bryce Canyon, The Arches, The Coral Sand Dunes, North Rim Grand Canyon, Lake Mead, South Rim Grand Canyon, Walnut Canyon (Indian Cliff Dwellings outside Flagstaff), Jerome (historical mining town in Arizona), and then home. We had an AWESOME TIME!! And we weren't broke when we got home. We prefer camping so we could have more family one-on-one time together. We both worked, so it was very important for us to be with our kids and make special memories with them.
As soon as I retire, I'm getting me a van camper to go to all the national parks I have not been to. I think I've only been to like 7.... People also sleep on a lot of state parks, such as Goblin Valley, and Jededia Smith Redwood Forest
If you are planning to go to Yosemite check to see if you need a reservation to go in. This park is massively popular and very close to Los Angelous. They are trying to keep it from being Loved to Death from car exhaust and tie ups to waste disposal and incredible crowding.
Well I enjoyed finding you guys. You do the right amount of watching and commenting. Not intrusive but I definitely appreciate your perspective. Good job
I love to ride my Harley Davidson to scenic roads in Oklahoma, and Arkansas... I've also visited friends in southern Texas and rode to the Gulf of Mexico... I usually just go on 3 day rides, but may plan some longer rides in the future... So many small towns on the old highways, forests, mountains, deserts... So much to see in this Great Country...
We have driven from Michigan to California, Florida and to New York state. There is so much to see in each state on the way, like the Finger Lake Region in New York or the ghost town in Wyoming. My husband and his brother climbed up the Grand Tetons when they were younger and he and I have been rock climbing in West Virginia and the scenery in West Virginia, Virginia and North Carolina is fantastic. We have also driven to Ontario, Canada to hike the Bruce Trail which runs from Niagara Falls north two hundred miles through all sorts of terrain, to the Bruce Peninsula. We didn't do the whole trip, but they have sectioned it out in more easily manageable treks.
Glad to see your Rancho Cucamonga shirt. I live the next city over. One place I don't think was mentioned on the video is the Grand Canyon. It is one of the most beautiful and incredible places to see. You would absolutely love it there.
I have lived in Anchorage Alaska for over 29 years n living close to the beautiful mountain range. From Anchorage to Mount McKinley ( which they recently renamed it back to the original name Denali) is 280 miles n on a clear day can be seen. The wildlife moose, many bears, eagles. whales. many species of fish n so much more. Earthquakes are common. The mainland is 50 miles from Russia n only afew miles from a small US island between. Thank God we have many Military Bases that keep watch. Keep the videos coming. Jono prayers for you❤❤❤❤❤
My family and I vacation as often as possible in the Del Norte Coast Redwoods at Jedediah Smith State Park. Stout Grove is where the oldest growth trees are 3000 to 5000 years old. It is so serene it almost doesn't feel real. It is where parts of the Star Wars movie was filmed. We enjoy doing float trips down the Smith River in rafts and small individual rubber boats, and fishing for steelhead trout.
So much was missed in this video. Lots of waterfalls, caverns. A lot more parks both National & State Parks. I saw little in the central part of the US & very little of the south. Completely ignored the Great Smoky Mountains, New Orleans & other southern cities.
In 1987 my wife and I drove highway 101 from San Diego all of the way up to Vancouver We have lots of great pictures and memories from that trip . It was a bad year for forest fires on the West coast . We saw fires all through northern California and Oregon .
If you travel the US for 10 years you will see a good amount but if you take any time to enjoy your favorite spots 10 years is not nearly long enough. (I don't like to be rushed) 😁
Lake Tahoe is definitely a unique experience. It over 6,000 ft of elevation, even on 100° day the water is still cold.. quite refreshing or a big shock..lol
So make the trip to America and see the sights for yourself! I have been in every state at least once and I can honestly say there is A LOT to see! It is most definitely worth the trip!
I am from Hawaii; I have been to Kauai twice. The last time I booked a tour and went to the Fern grotto, then a driven tour around the Island, I am glad I did, it was well worth it and not too pricy.
Your Rancho Cucamonga t shirt got my attention, live right in the next city :) Good video and reactions. I have to stop visiting Europe and explore my own country!
I don't know as a Floridian the Keys are great and all but I think my favorite place in the state is Crystal River, I mean the water there is just this like almost neon blue color and it almost looks like your looking through a piece of stained glass, plus there's a lot of manatees there and I just adore all those water potatoes they are so chill to hang out with. I think a close second and much nearer to the Keys is Fort Jefferson, I mean its just a huge 19th century fort built on a tiny island in the middle of the ocean which is impressive in its own right, but ya add the historical significance to it which makes it all the better.
Thank you for inviting us into your home. ☺️ We retired in California’s gold country, the Sierra foothills. If you want a small town, historic, low density experience that offers outdoor activities mixed with live music & much more, consider Nevada City, California, two hours east of San Francisco.
If you get up around New York and New England, you must take a day and go to Philadelphia PA. Reading Terminal Market is an awesome visit. They have a nice website you can check out to see the stores and where they're located in the terminal. There are also a ton of monuments and museums to visit. Lots of history in Philly.
Coming from Indiana, there's one that you could try en route to Chicago, called Indiana Dunes. It's basically a park made from sand dunes, and it's considered a state park inside a national park. It's more wide than tall, but you can still get a lot out of it. It gives you a great view of Chicago from certain vantage point, and you're basically right on Lake Michigan at certain parts.
I love that Mr. Graham was wearing a Buc-ee's T-shirt. I'm living at my 35th address, but for almost 25 years of my life I lived in the Great State of Texas, the home of Buc-ee's. Seriously, this video should have included a visit to the Buc-ee's in New Braunfels, Texas--BIG FUN!!
This video is better than most of these type of videos, imho. So many spots that never make it into other videos that should. One of my favorites is the Bonneville Salt Flats. Otherworldly. And, New England often gets left out. Stunningly beautiful & historic. The others are all deserving also. Traveling abroad is wonderful if you can afford it or have the vacation time. Many Americans can't & don't. Hence the reason that more don't have passports. In lieu of traveling internationally we travel within our own borders. Our money goes further if international flights aren't necessary. There is so much to see that it can't be seen in one lifetime. As you can see, in many states you would need numerous trips to see the entirety of one state. California is one example. The few spots in the video are just a small fraction of the magnificent beauty of the state. There are also sand dunes in different areas of the state, along with the Mohave Desert, ie: Death Valley & The Giant Rock (the biggest freestanding rock in the world. There's Mt Whitney, the highest mountain peak in the contiguous U.S., Sequoia National Park, Joshua Tree, Bumpass Hell Lassen Volcanic National Park/Geysers, etc. Sturtevant Falls in Angeles National Forest, Lava Beds National Monument, Rainbow Falls, Big Bear, Arrowhead, Squaw Valley & Mammoth Ski Resorts, Mt Shasta, Bowling Ball Beach, Glory Hole, Burney Falls, Napa Valley (wine country), Catalina Island. So many more mountain ranges, forest, rivers, etc. And, these are just another fraction of sights to see. People come to California & hit L.A. & San Francisco and actually think they have seen CA. When in fact they have seen a "tiny" fraction of the state.
Oregonian here. The reason Oregon's beaches are so spectacular (beside the obvious geologic benefits from Nature) is that all the beaches are unspoiled by private resorts and dwellings, overcrowding down to the shoreline. Years ago, the people of Oregon passed a referendum deeming the beaches public property, unavailable to private buyers and exploitation.
Yup. Smart move, unlike the ones they make now.
Yeah, they made sure only rich people could be there. There are private houses there. They like to imply it’s egalitarian when, in actuality, it’s class distinction
That is a good idea! I have a question about Oregon. Why do they prohibit premium offers and such? For instance, when I was young we would send in box tops to Post or Kellogg and get a toy. There would be a notice saying "Prohibited in Oregon". It is still like that today on both tv and radio spots. I was just wondering what the thinking is on that.
It isn’t actually a Warm / Sun kind of weather on the Coast in Oregon and not many people would choose to build there. Goonies!
Water is cold year-round, too...like Washington State, which is where I'm from. West Coast politics made me leave and now in the Carolinas' & the beaches are awesome
The US is literally the most diverse country in the world. This means cultures, foods, people, accents/languages, towns, cities, landscapes, flora, fauna and climates
That's why I hate when non Americans say that Americans are not well traveled. We have such a diverse country - there isn't a reason to travel outside her.
- American cities and towns all looks practically the same. In terms of architecture and infrastructure and ofc those suburbs (all houses look the same in the same neighborhoods)
- majority of countries in the world have different accents from province/state to another and some even have couple
languages (not that they study them in school but they're small languages from those areas)
- almost all tropical and subtropical countries have diverse fauna and flora including the USA and some other 60 countries (entire of Africa, southern Europe, southern north America, all of South America, oceania and southern Asia)
- different climate depends on many factors such as size and location of the country and its region but there is many countries with diverse climates even though some can be considered small - medium size
- different foods, cultures, peoples, yes that's the only thing you get right but it's also sad because that's the reason America is lowkey falling
@@Bedroomeyzethere's many reasons to travel outside the USA, many countries have different cultures (even in the same country) , good food, beautiful landscapes and ofc ancient/medieval sites etc
And Nicer people and safer places cuz many usa cities are dangerous...
@@grandetristesse3370 We have good food, beautiful landscapes, and historical sites - not as old but still of great significance. And some of THE nicest welcoming people there is. Safer? You mean Paris, Rome, London, etc. have no crime?
You do not get the same thing as going to a different country. The people who have brought the Mexican culture here still live it in America. The culture and food in Mexico is different from the Mexican-American culture and food. If you only stay in America, you are not challenged by a different place, language and laws. You can talk with people and discover how they see things differently. That is part of the experience of foreign travel.
At 19:30, in many parts of the U.S., having a bear appear on the street roaming around would be. . .Tuesday.
There is something for everyone. Mountains- beaches- deserts - wide open plains-hot -cold -cities-farms etc. I have been to every state over 40 years. They change so much from season to season.
you just described my home state of Washington. we have everything you described all within our state lines
Yeah, pretty much like any country.🙄
@@stevenphilpott1493 No the United States is the only country with all 13 biomes. From tropical rainforest to frozen artic tundra.
Wyoming native here and I'll share a secret with you. If you're not opposed to wearing a jacket mid April is one of my favorite times to go to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. The mountains are usually still blanketed in snow and look absolutely majestic but the lower areas have started their melt and spring green is usually getting developed. It can still have a bit of nip to the air but the added bonus is that the bears are generally all out of hibernation and are much more visible as they are actively hunting/foraging. Just don't give them any reason to come after you and you'll be fine, but watching them fish with snow around is quite remarkable. Plus, the crowds won't be arriving yet and you'll be able to have a more intimate visit to my parks!
1000000%. I try to go out there as often as I can. I love it. I stay in Jackson and just travel around. Stunning area. ❤
Awesome tip! I'll keep this in mind
You're right about not needing a passport. Back before 9/11, not only did you have all those places and more, all it took to get into and out of Canada, Mexico, and most of the Caribbean was a driver's license. We went all over the continent and never needed a passport.
There are 2 different species of giant redwoods in California. The coastal redwoods, which were shown, and the giant sequoias which are more inland near Yosmite. The coastal redwoods are taller but the sequoias are bigger. I personally think the sequoias are better. If I could only see one it wold be the sequoias.
I will tell you after living in California my whole life. Everyone has to visit the ancient forest in Big Sur. It is truly a life changer.
I agree. I grew up in Monterey and Carmel and loved going to Big Sur often.
Yes, Sur! 😁
A friend and I drove up the coast from Los Angeles to San Francisco. My favorite places were Malibu, Santa Barbara, Big Sur, and Sonoma. I think San Francisco is the best sited city in the US even more than NYC.
@@tejida815It was. I lived there when I was young. It looks horrendous now.
I'm from TX and I lived in Los Angeles for 5 years. I got to check out Big Sur in my travels. Eagle Mountain and Weed are two of my favorite norcal towns.
He didn't mention the Smoky Mountain Park in TN and NC. It's our favorite place to go!
Or the Blue Ridge Parkway, the most visited unit of the National Park System almost every year since 1946.
Awesome vid but it leaves out the American Midwest. You should do a react to all the great camping, fishing and water sports around the Great Lakes region. They are America's "Interior Oceans" and one of its best kept secrets with dozens of national forests. The Upper Peninsula of Michigan in particular is stunning. A great road trip full of fun and mystery (and Bigfoot and the Michigan Dogmen)! 😄
This list left out alot. The upper peninsula is amazing, most of Michigan is
@@hollycook5046 Agreed. The summers and autumns in the UP are amazing...it feels like Martha's Vineyard or the wilderness of the northeast like Maine...only cheaper 👍🏼
These vids always seem to leave out the Midwest or middle of the country, it's always both coasts
@@rashadwalker8218 Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico (featured in this video) are the Interior West, and are not on the west coast LOL. That'd be like saying that Illinois, Missouri, or Indiana are on the east coast. Besides that, Alaska and Hawai'i are their own unique places, geographically and culturally, and are far away from the contiguous states. Most of these videos don't cover only the east and west coasts.
The Midwest, Plains states, Texas etc. are beautiful in their own ways and are nice... but you're going to be hard pressed in those states to find places that can match up to the plethora of things to see and do, or the stunning scenery and landscapes of some of the other regions. On a list of only 10-20 places out of the entire country, the pretty or fun places in those "middle" areas just aren't going to make the cut very often.
@lionelhutz3142 I love the Upper Peninsula as a WI native we go up there twice in the summer through Iron County Off Roading with the kids and the dogs with our side by side. So much fun!
There are people I know that are astonished when I say I have no desire to travel the world. There is so much to see in the USA.
I feel that, but I've also been to places like Jamaica and Mexico and the cultures add something you don't quite get at home in the US. There are communities that mirror some of it. However, there is something interesting about bumping shoulders in another country. The USA is so big though and people from other countries just don't really understand how easy it is to not even visit all the states in your lifetime. I've been blessed enough to be 29 and have already been to like 30ish states.
While true, I have limited funds. There are more important things to spend my money on other than bumping shoulders with other people in other countries.
@@backyardrailroader Honestly, it wasn't very expensive. I did that as a college student who had very little spare money. Ramen noodle every budget LOL. But yeah, its hard to make time and money.
I remember on your other channel you had mentioned several times that you didn't think you'd ever get Kat in a video. I don't know why she was so hesitant. She's extremely well spoken and has very insightful comments throughout every video she's in 😊❤
Verykind comment ❤😊
I'm with you Jono. I have been to New York City when I was in the Coast Guard and I would never want to go there. I have even driven a semi truck through there several times and that just reinforced my negative opinion. There is so much natural beauty, why would anyone waste t time in a city?
I agree, if you have experienced NYC once, there is no reason to return.
@@tupelohoney622 nyc is incredible. you all are crazy. if you go to one city you have to go there. the vie from the empire state building is worth it alone!
@MyKeeP81 Been there, done that numerous times. I have no desire to travel there again. NYC has become an expensive sewer.
I am convinced you guys would definitely enjoy the Pacific Northwest 😊
Hello from Oregon! They represented us fairly well in this video... but didn't include Crater Lake National Park.
True. Thank god they didn't mention my home state of Colorado. We have enough Texans already...
They also didn't include the Columbia River gorge. I consider the entire area my favorite places. At least they did have a photo of Multnomah Falls😊😊
The Grand Canyon in Arizona is mind boggling. You see it in movies and to tell the truth when you’re actually there it is so spectacular and enormous that it still feels like you’re looking at a photograph. Magnificent.
Those elephant seals .. They Stink !!! .. Off shore wind is what you need when observing them !!! 😆😂
Like fish or body odor?
I feel you! As I have stated before, you should consider Isle Royale, Mackinac Island and, Tahquamenon Falls. The M-22 Lake Michigan Coastal Tour, Grand Haven, Holland, South Haven, St. Joseph, Muskegon, Silver Lake Sand Dunes and Saugatuck. Nature is the greatest creation. These are all located within Michigan ✋️
Minnesotan here. Boundary Waters and North Shore of Superior are very cool as well.
I grew up in Utah and I've been to all the National Parks here. I really recommend going to the National Parks and have a week in each place to enjoy the views and trails.
I can't think of any better tourist destination in the US than Utah. Stunningly beautiful canyons
Utah has such beautiful national parks Bryce is so amazing and getting up before sunrise and hiking to Delicate Arch in Arches national park is a natural wonder but you do need to have a reservation for the hike so register before hand. Capital Reef, Zion,Deadhorse Point and many more Utah is home to 5 National Parks and several State Parks Well worth spending time there
Something he did not mention in southern Utah is the meant national parks. Arches, Bryce Canyon, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, and Zion. They all have something to offer and are well worth your time. Check them out. You won't be disappointed.
Arizona has a couple good options as well. The Grand Canyon of course, and The Wave rock formation located in Coyote Buttes. And Antelope Canyon is absolutely stunning.
The upper Mississippi River is beautiful from Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa. Lake Superior is a ghost of a sea that is like another world.
My family was assigned to an air base in the UP of Michigan and we visited the Keweenaw, Marquette and Sault Saint Marie. I love Superior.
I've traveled to most every part of the U.S. There is beauty to behold in every area. Enjoy you visit here, wherever you go.
Definitely visit Cannon Beach. I grew up in Washington State and my whole childhood we went to Cannon Beach every year once a year for a week. I’ve lived in Washington, Oregon, and California and the whole west coast is stunning. I’ve traveled to most areas of the US, several latin countries and the Caribbean. Also visited The Netherlands, Germany, Austria, France, and The UK. The only vistas that I have seen that match the West coast USA is Alaska, the northern cascades in Canada (which are both extensions of the west coast) and the Alps in Austria.
He missed Glacier National Park, in Montana. Where you can see glaciers close up. It’s absolutely gorgeous! Plus, it’s just a state above Yellowstone.
But you will have to cross Montana (South to North) to get to Glacier NP from Yellowstone.
@@charlesmcconnell9121 Yep, takes 5.5 hours, and it’s a beautiful drive. From there, you can cross into Canada too
So many overwhelmingly beautiful places are in America, you could literally skip all the popular spots and find just as beautiful scenery without added costs or crowds.
You guys should TOTTALLYYYY watch "Goonies" with your kids, all will enjoy! Just watch out for the "Bobbie Traps"
I live in New York State, and I have no desire to go to New York City. There's too many beautiful places to visit here, Adirondack National Park, Catskills, Letchworth State Park (3 waterfalls in the same river), Niagara Falls of course, ect. The fishing in New York State is some of the best in the world. Between the many rivers and creeks, hundreds of lakes, Lake Erie has more varieties of game fish than the other Great lakes. You can charter a boat guide to take your family out! 🎣 And don't forget to try the Beef on Weck and Buffalo wings 😄🍻
Yes, in fact I would avoid most of the iconic big cities of the U.S. right now due to crime. But yes upstate NY is beautiful
Adirondack isn't a National Park, it's a National Forest and State Park.
I live about 20 minutes from the Francis Scott Key Bridge. Horrible! Those poor men who were on the bridge working. They still haven't' recovered all of them.
I cannot express the true beauty of the Redwood Forests of Northern California. I've been to a lot of places in my life, and Jedediah Smith park is my favorite. I went in September 2023, and I cannot stop thinking about it.
For real! My husband and I went ten years ago. And I'm eagerly waiting to take my children. It's so wonderful!
5:44 Fun Fact - If you’ve seen Star Wars Return of the Jedi, this might look a little familiar. The forest scenes when they were on Endor were shot here.
Appreciate the love from Maryland friends
Getting tears in my eyes watching this. I love this place. USA. Thank you!
The lighthouse they showed in the Oregon section is Heceta Head Lighthouse in Florence, Oregon. I live about fifteen minutes east from that in Mapleton. The Heceta Beach is an easy-access beach too; the parking lot is a stone's toss from the beach itself.
My sister is building on the beach in Yachats.
@@lyriasfaves I love Yachats. It's one of my favorite places in the world. My favorite spot is just south of Yachats at Bob Creek.
It's one of my agate hunting spots. Just pure paradise. Your sister is going to love it there.
You can see Half Dome flying N-S in California. Also if you drive from Lake Tahoe going to Yosemite don’t take Highway 50 or Interstate 80 but rather take one of the minor routes like 108 or 120. Hwy 120 goes to Yosemite but 108 (one of my favorite drives ever) is additional beauty you get see because 120 comes up the backside of Yosemite. 2 things that change your route is snow and fire. Be careful with fire it can all of a sudden be there without much warning
Thank you for the kind words. This is why we watch your channel. Stay blessed and continue to be great.
The pacific coast highway is a amazing drive
My family explored Yellowstone for 3 days, driving for about 12 hours each day. We saw almost half of Yellowstone Park. It’s massive!
Went to Yosemite less than 2 yrs ago. You can't really perceive the size until you're there. From the gatehouses to the valley is about 1.5 hour drive. Parking, lodging and amenities in the valley are limited & pricey. Visitor demand means you need to reserve admittance "reservation" via an online account during peak season. Best time is May or even early June. Then Fall is also very popular. I recommend research!
Visiting the top of Glacier Point to see the sunrise vista is amazing!
Hiked half dome last summer, the views of the valley are amazing up there.
My sons had friends working concessions at Yellowstone. Some of them got drunk and mistakenly jumped into a thermal pool. One died and 2 were critically injured. I live in Utah and it's easy to stay in Utah and visit our national and state parks. Of all the places he showed in Utah...the Salt Flats! That would be close to my last because we have so much more. The houseboats at Lake Powell are a lot of fun. It's nice to have a smaller boat too so you can explore some of the smaller routes. You can find some Native American homes in the caves. Very cool to see!
Greetings! I live in the Yosemite National Park area of California. I love it, and was born here 70 years ago. It’s very interesting because you never know what kind of critters you run into. You have to drive slow here, because they have the right of way. I’ve had to stop for mountain lions, wolves, deer.. and one time a brown bear. If you ever come here, I know you’ll never want to leave!
Love Grandma Debbie
That quick shot of the Little Sur river lagoon between the McWay Falls and the elephant seals is where I caught my first steelhead trout back about 1971. We used to fish in the Big Sur area all the time and back. Then you could still go down there and fish when the river was open to the sea. Back then I think the waterfall was called Pfeiffer Falls.
The beach sand underneath it sometimes turns purple from
Eroded garnets.
You need to do that drive down the 101. Do not fear traffic. I have done the drive all the way to San Diego multiple times. I recommend you do the drive that he shows - Lake Tahoe and down to Big Sur.
I realize you can't cover everything worth seeing, but in Oregon and Washington it would be a crime to miss the Columbia River Gorge east of Portland, the volcanic peaks in the Oregon and Washington Cascade Mountains (Mt. Jefferson, Mt. Hood, Mt. St. Helens, Mt Adams, Mt. Rainier and Mt. Baker), the Olympic Mountains and Rain Forest in NW Washington on the Olympic Peninsula, and then finally the North Cascades in Washington, often called the North American Alps.
Houseboat vacation at Lake Powell is amazing and I would definitely recommend! I spent a few weeks there as a kid, swimming, fishing, hiking, old Native American ruins, canyons....unforgettable.
Near Zion National Park is Bryce Canyon National Park. It is less crowded than Zion, and visually stunning. Great hiking as well.
I've camped with my family in the Redwoods - it is breathtaking! We do not chop down Redwoods ... we protect them!
Oregon is beautiful...(probably remind you weather wise of London, it's a bit rainy) - my parent's were married in Oregon! Absolutely beautiful State! The coastline from Washington State, down through Oregon and Northern California has the most beautiful coastlines!
My sister and I are heading to Vermont in October 1) to see the beautiful leaves 2) we are going to historical places and EAT LOTS OF SEAFOOD! Can't wait!
I'm glad you have an open mind. Everyone on here is always going to Texas. I was born in New York, went to school in California, & now in Chicago. Northern states have a lot of beauty and activities. Don't get stuck with limiting yourself to southern states.
I live in New Jersey and we get black bears wandering into local towns. They don’t declare an emergency, they just get the police and the Fish and Wildlife people to tranquilize it and take it back out into the woods.
The redwood trees served as the setting for Endor in Star Wars ep 6.
You'll love the California coastal Redwoods, stayed up there with an uncle who lived in Crescent City, California ❤❤
I believe those hot springs killed several people working in the park to assist others. If I remember correctly a small group of guides decided to take a short cut later at night and came across a small spring they thought they could jump across but some fell in and the heat boiled off their skin.
I heard a story from a teacher I had when I was in school. He and his family went to Yellowstone when he was a child. At one point, his sister fell off the path and landed in the mud made from the dirt and hot spring water. She made it out but with burn marks on her arms from where she fell. He said that his sister makes sure to cover her arms since she has scars from that incident.
As a pre-teen: it left a heavy impression on me.
Keep in mind that there is a dormant volcano in Yellowstone
Check out Carlsbad Caverns in south-eastern New Mexico. One room the Big Room has over 14 acres of floor space with ceilings over 300 feet above.
5:37 this is where planet Endor was filmed for The Return of the Jedi. All the Ewoks, all the speeder bike chases, Those were shot here.
My most awe inspiring visit was to Yosemite Valley....it's so beautiful it doesn't seem real!
I live in Utah and we are the epicenter of the west.
From Utah as a base camp, every other state is a 1 day drive.
New Zealand is the extreme sports capital of the world, Utah is the extreme sports capital of America and is amazingly family friendly.
We have a saying here.
"If it happens in Utah, you can tell everybody!"
I am shocked he didn't mention the Great Smokey Mountains in Tennessee and North Carolina - some of the most beautiful mountains in America! And the people are friendly, and you will find the best of southern hospitality and cooking!
North Ave Beach and Oak St Beach in Chicago in the summer are world-class destinations.
The US has so much to offer. I'm from NYC, but now I live 15 minutes from Boston. The US has so many amazing places to see and enjoy. I have been fortunate to visit Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, Grand Cayon, Arcadia National Park in Maine. In 2021, we did the house boat on Lake Powell on the Utah side. All have been beautiful and amazing experiences. Still have a few more I would like to explore. Hope some day you and your family can come and visit us!!!
If you’re into the outdoors the west is where to go anywhere from Colorado west really. You could do a road trip and hit a few of these on the Pacific Coast Highway. You can start in Seattle, then hit Olympic national park, cannon beach, the redwood forest, big sur, LA and San Diego all on that highway and also cut inland to Yosemite, Death Valley etc.
Even with all of these there are so many more national parks that aren’t included on this list not to mention that each state has special designations that usually only locals know about and one can’t forget about things such as jazz in New Orleans or country music in Nashville or hit Beale street in Memphis for some blues music and for a bit of soul music you could hit Detroit, Chicago, Philadelphia or St. Louis and for rock and roll ya might want to hit Portland, Oregon- Los Angeles- Austin, Texas - Seattle,Washington- SanDiego, California and southern rock came from states in the south like Tennessee Georgia Florida Texas etc.
Now all of these are up for debate but I think I’ve gotten close
Yellowstone Park is EXTREMELY strict about leaving the marked trails and boardwalks. Most of the springs are extremely hot and highly acidic - therefore VERY dangerous. There have been quite a few fatal incidents over the years. There are safe commercial hot springs OUTSIDE the park.
so glad you got to see Seattle!! i hope the family can visit someday!❤
Thank you for your comment about our bridge here in Baltimore because I am a Marylander and I live in Baltimore.
Moab, UT arches national park is another spot I feel should have been added. Delicate arch is a 1.5 mile hike and a really easy one to do. Sitting up there and watching the sun set and the colors change on the arch was amazing. Great park to drive around and see all of the rock formations.
The only way we could afford to travel to all the National Parks and experience nature at it's finest with 4 kids and 2 adults was; we had mini van, took along tents, a camp stove, folding table, ice chest to hold food, skillet, pots, paper plates, food, sleeping bags, and pillows. Of course we had our clothes and lots of cameras. Because of unforeseen problems with 2 of the kids, my hub opted to rent a second mini van. Because of camping, we saved a fortune on motel, and we had the food we wanted and cooked it, we saved another fortune on restaurants. We did eat out at restaurants on several occasions to give me a break from cooking & cleaning. But we really saved a lot with being able to set up tents, air mattresses to sleep on, sleeping bags, and usually camping was free or a charge of $5 for one night. There were restrooms nearby for the kids, and water was located throughout the camping areas. As a result in the savings, we were able to go see the following in 2 weeks; Las Vegas, Zion National Park, Yosemite National Park, Red Rock Canyon, Bryce Canyon, The Arches, The Coral Sand Dunes, North Rim Grand Canyon, Lake Mead, South Rim Grand Canyon, Walnut Canyon (Indian Cliff Dwellings outside Flagstaff), Jerome (historical mining town in Arizona), and then home. We had an AWESOME TIME!! And we weren't broke when we got home. We prefer camping so we could have more family one-on-one time together. We both worked, so it was very important for us to be with our kids and make special memories with them.
As soon as I retire, I'm getting me a van camper to go to all the national parks I have not been to. I think I've only been to like 7.... People also sleep on a lot of state parks, such as Goblin Valley, and Jededia Smith Redwood Forest
I've spent years in helos, they're OK, you will be just fine.
If you are planning to go to Yosemite check to see if you need a reservation to go in. This park is massively popular and very close to Los Angelous. They are trying to keep it from being Loved to Death from car exhaust and tie ups to waste disposal and incredible crowding.
Well I enjoyed finding you guys. You do the right amount of watching and commenting. Not intrusive but I definitely appreciate your perspective. Good job
We're still awaiting your arrival.
My family and I did the Kauai helicopter tour and it was fascinating.
I love to ride my Harley Davidson to scenic roads in Oklahoma, and Arkansas...
I've also visited friends in southern Texas and rode to the Gulf of Mexico...
I usually just go on 3 day rides, but may plan some longer rides in the future...
So many small towns on the old highways, forests, mountains, deserts...
So much to see in this Great Country...
We have driven from Michigan to California, Florida and to New York state. There is so much to see in each state on the way, like the Finger Lake Region in New York or the ghost town in Wyoming. My husband and his brother climbed up the Grand Tetons when they were younger and he and I have been rock climbing in West Virginia and the scenery in West Virginia, Virginia and North Carolina is fantastic. We have also driven to Ontario, Canada to hike the Bruce Trail which runs from Niagara Falls north two hundred miles through all sorts of terrain, to the Bruce Peninsula. We didn't do the whole trip, but they have sectioned it out in more easily manageable treks.
I’ve been to Lake Tahoe it is something else absolutely beautiful. Plus the casinos lol we drove through Yosemite it was also beautiful.
Glad to see your Rancho Cucamonga shirt. I live the next city over. One place I don't think was mentioned on the video is the Grand Canyon. It is one of the most beautiful and incredible places to see. You would absolutely love it there.
I have lived in Anchorage Alaska for over 29 years n living close to the beautiful mountain range. From Anchorage to Mount McKinley ( which they recently renamed it back to the original name Denali) is 280 miles n on a clear day can be seen. The wildlife moose, many bears, eagles. whales. many species of fish n so much more. Earthquakes are common. The mainland is 50 miles from Russia n only afew miles from a small US island between. Thank God we have many Military Bases that keep watch. Keep the videos coming. Jono prayers for you❤❤❤❤❤
Havasu Falls, near Supai, AZ: Big miss. Supai: Most remote village in U.S. lower 48. Great list.
My family and I vacation as often as possible in the Del Norte Coast Redwoods at Jedediah Smith State Park. Stout Grove is where the oldest growth trees are 3000 to 5000 years old. It is so serene it almost doesn't feel real. It is where parts of the Star Wars movie was filmed. We enjoy doing float trips down the Smith River in rafts and small individual rubber boats, and fishing for steelhead trout.
So much was missed in this video. Lots of waterfalls, caverns. A lot more parks both National & State Parks. I saw little in the central part of the US & very little of the south. Completely ignored the Great Smoky Mountains, New Orleans & other southern cities.
Vermont is my home. Autumn is my favorite time of year. It is beautiful here for about 4 weeks a year.
He made a great video.. no bs just showing you and telling you in the nicest way.. direct to the point as well
Thanks!
In 1987 my wife and I drove highway 101 from San Diego all of the way up to Vancouver We have lots of great pictures and memories from that trip . It was a bad year for forest fires on the West coast . We saw fires all through northern California and Oregon .
If you travel the US for 10 years you will see a good amount but if you take any time to enjoy your favorite spots 10 years is not nearly long enough. (I don't like to be rushed) 😁
Recently discovered you guys! Keep up the awesome content!
Lake Tahoe is definitely a unique experience. It over 6,000 ft of elevation, even on 100° day the water is still cold.. quite refreshing or a big shock..lol
Ture story I went to culinary school in Rhode Island. Best time of my life
So make the trip to America and see the sights for yourself! I have been in every state at least once and I can honestly say there is A LOT to see! It is most definitely worth the trip!
I am from Hawaii; I have been to Kauai twice. The last time I booked a tour and went to the Fern grotto, then a driven tour around the Island, I am glad I did, it was well worth it and not too pricy.
Grew up in Dundalk, (where the bridge was destroyed), was around when that bridge was built, thank you for the kind words.
Your Rancho Cucamonga t shirt got my attention, live right in the next city :) Good video and reactions. I have to stop visiting Europe and explore my own country!
I don't know as a Floridian the Keys are great and all but I think my favorite place in the state is Crystal River, I mean the water there is just this like almost neon blue color and it almost looks like your looking through a piece of stained glass, plus there's a lot of manatees there and I just adore all those water potatoes they are so chill to hang out with. I think a close second and much nearer to the Keys is Fort Jefferson, I mean its just a huge 19th century fort built on a tiny island in the middle of the ocean which is impressive in its own right, but ya add the historical significance to it which makes it all the better.
Traveling outside the US is totally different, the history, museums, Architectures. Cannot compare. I love visiting Europe.
Thank you for inviting us into your home. ☺️ We retired in California’s gold country, the Sierra foothills. If you want a small town, historic, low density experience that offers outdoor activities mixed with live music & much more, consider Nevada City, California, two hours east of San Francisco.
My parents lived in Grass Valley and he worked at a Nevada City mine there before I existed.
If you get up around New York and New England, you must take a day and go to Philadelphia PA. Reading Terminal Market is an awesome visit. They have a nice website you can check out to see the stores and where they're located in the terminal. There are also a ton of monuments and museums to visit. Lots of history in Philly.
Coming from Indiana, there's one that you could try en route to Chicago, called Indiana Dunes. It's basically a park made from sand dunes, and it's considered a state park inside a national park. It's more wide than tall, but you can still get a lot out of it. It gives you a great view of Chicago from certain vantage point, and you're basically right on Lake Michigan at certain parts.
I love that Mr. Graham was wearing a Buc-ee's T-shirt. I'm living at my 35th address, but for almost 25 years of my life I lived in the Great State of Texas, the home of Buc-ee's. Seriously, this video should have included a visit to the Buc-ee's in New Braunfels, Texas--BIG FUN!!
I've been to the Florida Keys and I actually cried when I saw it! You can't go wrong visiting there!
Just got done hiking cloud canyon in Georgia. Didn't know Georgia had a canyon. It was big with trees and waterfalls.
The redwood trees’ bark is so thick that they are fireproof. That’s why they live so long.
This video is better than most of these type of videos, imho. So many spots that never make it into other videos that should. One of my favorites is the Bonneville Salt Flats. Otherworldly. And, New England often gets left out. Stunningly beautiful & historic. The others are all deserving also.
Traveling abroad is wonderful if you can afford it or have the vacation time. Many Americans can't & don't. Hence the reason that more don't have passports. In lieu of traveling internationally we travel within our own borders. Our money goes further if international flights aren't necessary. There is so much to see that it can't be seen in one lifetime.
As you can see, in many states you would need numerous trips to see the entirety of one state. California is one example. The few spots in the video are just a small fraction of the magnificent beauty of the state. There are also sand dunes in different areas of the state, along with the Mohave Desert, ie: Death Valley & The Giant Rock (the biggest freestanding rock in the world. There's Mt Whitney, the highest mountain peak in the contiguous U.S., Sequoia National Park, Joshua Tree, Bumpass Hell Lassen Volcanic National Park/Geysers, etc. Sturtevant Falls in Angeles National Forest, Lava Beds National Monument, Rainbow Falls, Big Bear, Arrowhead, Squaw Valley & Mammoth Ski Resorts, Mt Shasta, Bowling Ball Beach, Glory Hole, Burney Falls, Napa Valley (wine country), Catalina Island. So many more mountain ranges, forest, rivers, etc. And, these are just another fraction of sights to see.
People come to California & hit L.A. & San Francisco and actually think they have seen CA. When in fact they have seen a "tiny" fraction of the state.