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When people think of the California paradise depicted by the Beach Boys, they are actually thinking of Orange County – undisputedly the home of Southern California’s fun in the sun lifestyle. An affluent network of smaller cities that made America fall in love with the thrills and spills of theme and water parks, Orange County is the ideal destination for anyone seeking good, Californian fun.

Visit charming oceanfront towns full of art, history and majestic panoramas. Zigzag through trails and mountains on the South Oregon coast.

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.

Cruise along this northern coastline to enjoy scenic views and learn about Alaska’s interesting history.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

Explore the art galleries, trendy boutiques and museums in this refined town on a headland with scenic views of the ocean.

A zoo visit promotes respect for animals and their well-being. Share a day with family at this city zoo with its abundance of species and activity areas.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

The largest city in Maine is a gateway for island hopping in summer, skiing in winter and a thriving cultural center year-round.

Visit charming oceanfront towns full of art, history and majestic panoramas. Zigzag through trails and mountains on the South Oregon coast.

With its craggy rocks and towering trees that are centuries old, the rugged California coastline between Marin County and the Oregon border truly must be seen to be believed.

Look out across the Atlantic Ocean from Portland’s iconic white lighthouse, which has presided over the southern Maine coastline since the 18th century.

This bustling borough has everything — from pizza slices and pretzel vendors, to trendy galleries, and vintage stores -- all with killer views of the Manhattan skyline.

Discover one of the world’s largest private collections of vintage military airplanes at this unique museum housed in the hangars of a former airport.

Discover one of the world’s largest private collections of vintage military airplanes at this unique museum housed in the hangars of a former airport.

Discover one of the world’s largest private collections of vintage military airplanes at this unique museum housed in the hangars of a former airport.