US Eastern States
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Areas in US Eastern States

Atlanta, GA

Endless energy, enthusiasm, big city sophistication, Southern hospitality -- Atlanta has all this and more. Against the backdrop of a moderate climate and lovely environment, Atlanta is an ideal venue for everyone's favorite pastimes, whether it's theater and the arts, fine dining, shopping, or sports.

New Orleans, LA

Some people never leave - New Orleans won't let them go. They come for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, or a Louis and Lestat Vampire Tour, and by the time they are supposed to be boarding a plane for home, they're on a streetcar instead looking through the classifieds for jobs and apartments. You can't really blame them though, because this city is a temptress that knows exactly how to capture hearts. The French Quarter has wrought-iron balconies, home-spun jazz, Creole culture, unbelievable food, ancient oaks draped with Spanish moss, the Mississippi River, wild nightclubs, and gourmet bistros. All this and much more make this city an alluring paradox of ancient and modern, elegance and decadence, that irrevocably transforms some people into what locals call the "Never Lefts," and makes an unforgettable impression everyone, even if they go home. .

Boston, MA

One of America's oldest and most important cities, Boston embraces its role as the "Cradle of American Independence." The well-marked Freedom Trail offers a fascinating walking tour of American history from the home of Paul Revere to historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace, a landmark collection of restored buildings. Boston is a beautiful city, too, with impressive public spaces and tangled, tree-lined streets. Several well-preserved historic areas span America's architectural landscape from the intimate, federal-style townhomes of Beacon Hill to the urban Victorian neighborhoods of the Back Bay. As the economic and cultural hub of New England, Boston is also a thoroughly modern city, with a thriving arts community, world-class museums, vibrant theater, upscale shopping, and many fantastic restaurants.

Biloxi, MS

Biloxi has transformed itself into a first-class casino gaming center, launching the once-sleepy Mississippi Gulf Coast as one of America's newest year-round, exciting vacation hostpots! An eclectic history colors the region, originally home to the Biloxi Indians, then colonized by the French and Spanish in the 17th century before being overtaken by its greatest lasting influence, the Southern plantation society. Elegant antebellum and Victorian houses that pre-date the Civil War line the stretch of Highway 90 dubbed "Beach Boulevard." History buffs are enthralled by the Civil War relics scattered all over the Gulf Coast.

Atlantic City, NJ

Before there was a Las Vegas and before Orlando became a melting pot of theme and amusement parks, Atlantic City was the premier family resort in the nation. The advent of casino gambling in 1978, along with the Vegas-style shows and marquee performers that came with it, changed the city's face, but not its spirit! The same pleasures that have always made the Jersey Shore memorable remain, like promenading on the Boardwalk, building sandcastles by the sea, and taste of sweet saltwater taffy.

New York City, NY

The songs and verses of centuries have praised, pined for, and even bemoaned every nuance of "The Greatest City on Earth." So what can we say about it that you haven't already heard? Probably nothing! So we'll say it again. It's a wonderful town, and it never sleeps. There are few other cities in the world that evoke as much loyalty and equal exasperation from its residents, or elicit so much excitement and consternation from its visitors. Yes, you'll see the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. Of course, you'll take in a Broadway show, fawn over the jewelry in Tiffany's, spend hours and even days wandering the halls of endless world-class museums filled to the brim with priceless masterpieces, eat mounds of shockingly good food, and take a picture of yourself in Times Square.

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Nashville, TN

Nashville is a sacred city for country music pilgrims and a goofy playground for the curiously amused. "Tacksville," as it is affectionately nicknamed, is defined by the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame, but it also has a genuine collection of honky-tonk bars, rattlesnake boot dealers, and rousing Sunday gospel masses. Very much alive beneath the rhinestones and hairspray lies a historic city that has led Tennessee through its American journey since 1779. Civil war battlefields and plantation homes cover the countryside, and farms surround the music industry powerhouse. Despite its "Nash-Vegas" image, the city sees itself as a cultured "Athens of the South" which is why they built a replica of the Parthenon.

Williamsburg/VA Bch/Norfolk,VA

One of America's great cultural and historic sites, Williamsburg, Virginia offers fun and learning for the entire family. Known as the Historic Triangle, Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown offer more than just museums. They are living communities where merchants sell their wares, craftspeople ply their trades, and the sounds of revolution still fill the air! A model for historic restoration, more than 500 public buildings, homes, stores, taverns, and gardens comprise the Historic Area of Colonial Williamsburg. Discover the site of America's first permanent English colony in Jamestown, or relive the last major battle of the American Revolution in Yorktown where Lord Cornwallis surrendered to George Washington.

Washington DC

As the nation's capital and the home of our democratic government, Washington DC, like no other city, holds a vaunted place in the world, as it represents the ideal of a free and self-governing nation. Founded in 1791, the District of Columbia was the world's first planned national capital. When Congress is in session, the town is bustling with the inner workings of our democracy. The capital, however, remains one of the most active cities in the Union for reasons beyond day-to-day politicking. Tourism is one of the city's biggest sources of revenue, and its world-class museums and famous monuments are a perennial draw for citizens and foreigners alike.

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