Mississippi Travel Guide
Mississippi is known as the “Magnolia State”. The ‘Magnolia State’ has plenty of scenic beauty, and rich history, particularly associated with the Native American tribes that pre-dated European occupation and the battles of the American Civil War - the key battle of the war was fought at Vicksburg in 1863.
The two major cities along the Mississippi Gulf Coast are Biloxi and Gulfport. This area is a Mecca for beach-lovers, gambling enthusiasts and fishermen. The waters of the Gulf of Mexico lap the shore while the lights of moored casinos, such as the Boomtown Casino in Biloxi, sparkle. Jackson is the capital city of the state.
With its blend of cities and countrysides, history and contemporary appeal, porch swings and riverboat gaming, Mississippi has something for everyone. Jackson is also home to many museums, such as the Mississippi Museum of Art, which contains the state’s largest art collection, and the National Agricultural Aviation Museum. Visitors yearning for the great outdoors can enjoy more than 150 campgrounds and six national forests to choose from, offering opportunities for hunting, fishing, hiking, cycling and boating.
Natchez, the oldest permanent settlement on the Mississippi River, is the jewel of the South region, which includes 26 miles of wide sandy beaches with a fine selection of resorts and fishing villages. And everywhere there is music… blues, country and rock ‘n roll.
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Connecticut Travel Guide
Connecticut is the most urban of the New England states, yet nearly two-thirds of Connecticut land remains open. The Connecticut River divides the state in half, with beaches and state parks, forests and lakes on each side. Wildlife preserves and nature centers, arboretums and gardens open to the public when the weather warms.
Idaho Travel Guide
Idaho offers great outdoor opportunities. The Panhandle area has more than 2000 lakes, great rivers with kayaking opportunities. Sun valley has some of the best skiing possibilities in the US. Wallace is a small town in the middle of historic mining area. The mountains are all around and the scenery is great. Wallace is also the town they used in the filming of "Dantes Peak".
Iowa Travel Guide
Iowa is known as the Hawkeye State as is known famous individuals such as Herbert Hoover, John Wayne, Glenn Miller and Grant Wood, to name a few. It was part of the Lewis and Clark expedition and many other historic events.
Iowa is bordered by two great American rivers (the Mississippi and the Missouri) on its east and west sides. It has a rich agricultural tradition and ranks first in the nation with corn and soybean production as well as in hog production from its 93,000 farms. Iowa's capital city, Des Moines, home to 191,000 people, is known
Louisiana Travel Guide
In 1803, Louisiana was purchased by the Americans from the French ruled by Napoleon in for just 15 million dollars. The purchase was being negotiated by President Thomas Jefferson. The reason for all this chopping and changing was because of the region's importance for trade and security in the American mid-west; the mighty Mississippi River flows through Louisiana and access to the mouth is controlled by the city of New Orleans.
Louisiana if full of attractions for travelers of all types from party lovers to history buffs. New Orleans, especially at Mardi Gras, is not to be missed.
Alaska Travel Guide
Alaska is a grand American Vacation destination you don’t want to miss! Traveling in Alaska is like traveling no other place on earth. There are 586,000 square miles here, and almost that many possibilities. Alaska is one fifth the size of the continental United States, and boasts a rich tapestry of history and culture. Choose from wildlife viewing, sea kayaking and guided glacier hikes. Relax aboard a one-day cruise, pan for gold, bait a rod for Alaska’s world famous King salmon fishing.
With a landscape so vast it encompasses ecosystems ranging from rain forest to desert sand dunes,
