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Listen to parliamentary debates, see a robotic arm used on the space shuttle and spend the night on the shoreline of a wooded lake in Canada’s diverse capital. 

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

The big skies welcome visitors for year-round outdoor activities: spring rafting, summer camping, fall hiking and winter skiing.

A place to muse on the words of one of the authors of the US Declaration of Independence, and perhaps its most thoughtful of Presidents.

The National Mall is where America comes to play, protest and promenade, with some of its best-known icons lined up along this long green strip.

Enjoy the scenery beside lush green hills and visit the art galleries in the riverside towns of this sprawling rural area.

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

Maui is a little piece of paradise enveloped by vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, with some of the best surfing and snorkelling in the world.

The National Mall is where America comes to play, protest and promenade, with some of its best-known icons lined up along this long green strip.

A place to muse on the words of one of the authors of the US Declaration of Independence, and perhaps its most thoughtful of Presidents.

A place to muse on the words of one of the authors of the US Declaration of Independence, and perhaps its most thoughtful of Presidents.

The Texan city known for the Alamo, Tex-Mex cuisine – and being the fastest-growing city in the US – has a few surprises up its sleeve.

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

Discover endless entertainment possibilities in San Diego’s world-famous urban park.

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.

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

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

Flavor and fragrance is everywhere in this part of Florida, from the Latin spice of Miami, to the Margaritaville vibes of Key West, to the eucalyptus-scented Everglades.

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

With charm and a beautiful shoreline, this Maui town is filled with fun and unusual attractions worth a daytrip or a lengthy stay.

Check out Nebraska’s capital city, its oldest town and its largest city, as well as a landscape entwined with the Lewis and Clarke story in the state’s eastern region.

Walk amid some of the finest redwood scenery on the planet and then visit a waterfall via this natural path.