The Pacific
Coast Lake Tahoe Deserts and Rocky Mountains
The
US West the Rockies and the
Pacific Coast of the United States comprise 13 states, including Alaska and
Hawaii, from the Canadian to the Mexican border, the coast and the Great
Plains. A geographically diverse region with mountains, deserts, rich
agricultural lands and spectacular coastlines, it was settled by succeeding
waves of fortune seekers between the second half of the 19th and the
early 20th centuries. Today, this part of the country is renowned
for its entrepreneurs and high-tech industries, wineries, sky slopes, vacation
resorts and a multifaceted entertainment industry.
The
Pacific Coast
Sacramento California sits at the confluence of the
Sacramento and American rivers, and is an ideal destination for a
Northern California itinerary and getaways to visit the Wine and Gold
Countries, the Redwoods, San Francisco, Lake Tahoe, Reno, Yosemite, Lassen
Volcanic National Park and the Central Valley. The city has a colorful
history filled with humor, steam trains, ghosts, heroes and villains, the
California Gold Rush and other tales of the Wild West. Read More
San Mateo California and the Silicon
Valley is
equidistant from San Francisco and San Jose and is home to 90 miles of Pacific
Coastline and Bay Front, charming old-style neighborhoods, vibrant downtowns,
bay front parks, recreational lagoons and Silicon Valley businesses. Explore
the stunning coastline and discover its hidden treasures with an eco-cycling or
hiking adventure or experience whale watching and deep sea fishing.
Sonoma County California is home to over 425 wineries,
miles of rugged Pacific coastline, towering redwood forests, and proximity to
San Francisco. Also, more than 50 nature parks that offer travelers miles of
hiking and cycling trails through towering redwoods or oak-studded hills, and
rivers for kayaking and canoeing.
Wineries Rugged
Coastlines and Redwood Forests
Los
Angeles is a metropolis with an
extraordinary history and a rich cultural heritage. An entertainment capital
that is also home to renowned museums, a flourishing downtown, 75 miles of
sunny coastline and
internationally flavored neighborhoods.
The Nine Cities
that
comprise Greater Palm Springs offer an endless supply of sunshine and a local
culture ranging from art and air museums, tours of midcentury modern homes, a
living desert - a unique zoo and botanical garden that specializes in the
deserts of the world - hiking, biking at the Indian Canyon, with its numerous
natural springs, Tahquitz Canyon, the Coachella Valley Preserve and the Joshua
Tree National Park, 794,000 acres with two diverse desert ecosystems: the
Colorado and Mojave Deserts. Read
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Oregon is an ideal winter destination where you can ski
on volcanoes in the Cascade Mountains; a nature lover’s paradise as you watch
hundreds of gray whales spout and storms over the Pacific; a connoisseur
destination where you can sip award-winning Oregon wines and micro beers; an environmentalist’s
delight with Portland’s green lifestyle, free downtown
transport and local distinctive neighborhoods. Video
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The Landscape is diverse, with a windswept Pacific coastline, a
volcano-studded Cascade Range, abundant bodies of water in and west of the
Cascades; dense evergreen, mixed, and deciduous forests at lower elevations;
and a high desert sprawling across much of its east all the way to the Great
Basin. The tall conifers, mainly Douglas fir, along Oregon's rainy west coast
contrast with the lighter-timbered and fire-prone pine and juniper forests
covering portions to the east. Abundant alders in the west fix nitrogen for the
conifers. Stretching east from central Oregon are semi-arid shrub lands, prairies,
deserts, steppes, and meadows. At 11,249 feet (3,429 m), Mount Hood is the
state's highest point, and Crater Lake National Park is Oregon's only national
park. Read More
Portland
located between the Cascade Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, Portland is at the
northern end of the Willamette Valley and river which flows through the city
and links with the Columbia River. The citizens and their local
government are notable for: land-use planning, local transport, environment
conscious policies, high walkability, a large number bicyclists and ten
thousand acres of public parks.
Neighborhoods
The Office of Neighborhood Involvement serves as a conduit between city
government and Portland's 95 neighborhoods, each represented by a volunteer
association serving as liaison between residents and the city government.
Portland and its surrounding metropolitan area also have the only directly elected metro planning organization
the United States with responsibility for land use, transport planning and
solid waste management. Read
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Nevada
Lake
Tahoe is the largest alpine freshwater lake and second deepest in North
America. Located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains between Nevada and
California, it is home to ski resorts and other year round tourism and
recreation activities. Formed
about 2 million years ago, it is known for the clarity of its water and the
panorama of surrounding mountains on all sides. Read More
Reno
named for Civil War Major General Jesse Lee Reno, continued to grow as a business and agricultural center and
became the principal settlement on the transcontinental railroad between
Sacramento and Salt Lake City. The Reno
Arch was erected on Virginia Street in 1926 to promote the Transcontinental
Highways Exposition of 1927. Read More
Las Vegas
was
founded in 1905, when 110 acres - 45 ha - of land adjacent to the Union
Pacific Railroad tracks were auctioned in what would become the downtown area.
1931 was a pivotal year as Nevada legalized casino gambling and reduced divorce
requirements. At this time, the city also benefited from an influx of
construction workers at nearby Hoover Dam. Crime figures such as Bugsy Siegel
became involved in the growing gaming center leading to the opening of resorts
such as the Flamingo, which opened in 1946, and the Desert Inn in 1960. Read
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The
Rocky Mountain States
Montana is western
history, national parks, cowboys, rodeos, railroad towns and guest
ranches.
Glacier National Park crosses the Continental Divide
at Logan Pass, offering breathtaking views and opportunity to see wildlife, the
rugged terrain along the way and the many unspoiled lakes on a wooden boat,
kayak or canoe, a guided horseback ride, or hiking some of the 700 miles of
trails.
Bozeman in
1864, John Bozeman led a wagon train over Bozeman Pass into the Gallatin
Valley, where his friends W. J. Beall and D. E. Rouse staked out the town site
for the city of Bozeman. It is considered one of the most diverse small towns in the Rocky
Mountains, with a mix of ranchers, artists, professors, ski enthusiasts and
entrepreneurs drawn here by Montana’s world-class outdoor recreation.
Ranch Vacations the state has many unique guest ranches of different
types: dude, working, or luxury resort ranches that offer a diverse array of
activities from horseback riding to fly fishing, spa treatments to gourmet
meals, hiking to rafting. Read More
Wyoming
is the ninth largest state of the Union and includes two National Parks, Yellowstone and Grand Teton, Fossil Butte
National Monument and the Jackson Hole area. Traveling along its western border
through scenic Star Valley to visit the historic town of Jackson, known
worldwide for challenging and exciting winter sports, spectacular Teton
Mountain Range, Old Faithful and the Lower Falls in Yellowstone. Wyoming is
divided into five regions:
The Northwest has two iconic National Parks, spectacular scenery and welcoming towns with vacation options ranging from rugged backcountry escapes to serene, luxurious retreats.
The Southwest outdoor enthusiasts, amateur paleontologists, wildlife lovers and history buffs prefer this region with beautiful landscape and national treasures such as Fossil Butte National Monument and the Pilot Butte Wild Horse Loop.
The Central Region the North Platte River flows through this long, wide swath of the state. Discover Wyoming’s pioneer story, from scars in the earth left by the Oregon Trail wagons to fascinating history museums.
The Northeast is home to Devils Tower, the first national monument, and acres of public land with sagebrush plains and rolling hills as background for family outings as well as solo adventures.
The Southeast is home to the Wyoming State Capitol, recreational and cultural activities. Read More
The Northwest has two iconic National Parks, spectacular scenery and welcoming towns with vacation options ranging from rugged backcountry escapes to serene, luxurious retreats.
The Southwest outdoor enthusiasts, amateur paleontologists, wildlife lovers and history buffs prefer this region with beautiful landscape and national treasures such as Fossil Butte National Monument and the Pilot Butte Wild Horse Loop.
The Central Region the North Platte River flows through this long, wide swath of the state. Discover Wyoming’s pioneer story, from scars in the earth left by the Oregon Trail wagons to fascinating history museums.
The Northeast is home to Devils Tower, the first national monument, and acres of public land with sagebrush plains and rolling hills as background for family outings as well as solo adventures.
The Southeast is home to the Wyoming State Capitol, recreational and cultural activities. Read More
Salt Lake City Utah flanked on all sides by
dramatic granite cliffs, Salt Lake is a world-class alpine destination with
outdoor recreation, a remarkable history, and an economy that has transformed a
pioneer town into a sophisticated metropolitan city.
Big Cottonwood Canyon and
the world-famous Snowbird Aerial Tram with vistas from the top of 11,000-foot
Hidden Peak of over 100 miles. Also, a breathtaking backcountry as you
horseback or bike ride in the Wasatch Mountains. Thrill seekers can ride down
the alpine slide, a new addition to the Snowbird experience. The Great Salt Lake
renowned for its high salinity which varies between 10 and 25%, second
only to the Dead Sea, offers much in the way of recreation and relaxation. Antelope
Island is ideal for a bike ride along the causeway or experience the trails as you
hike, bike and animal watch: deer, bobcats, coyotes, many varieties of birds
and waterfowl, and a small herd of elk call the island home. The Island's
American Bison were introduced in 1893 and now number some 600 animals. Read More
Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region nestled at the base of the
Rocky Mountains, visitors to Colorado Springs can enjoy commanding views of
Pikes Peak from just about any part of town. The multiple recreational
opportunities afforded by the nearby mountains include everything from hiking
to taking in the breathtaking geological wonders at Garden of the Gods Park,
Cave of the Winds and the Paint Mines Interpretive Park.
Colorado Springs has a Thriving Arts and Cultural Scene
History the area’s
first inhabitants were American Indian people. The Ute, Cheyenne, Arapaho and
other tribes gathered at the base of Pikes Peak, near its abundant springs.
During the 18th Century both French and Spanish flags flew over the
region. But with the Louisiana Purchase more Anglo-American explorers and
settlers began to venture west. In 1859, Colorado Springs history is marked
with the founding of Colorado City which became the first settlement in the
Pikes Peak region. It was the territorial capitol for a short period and served
as a supply camp for miners traveling to the mining camps west of Denver. Read
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Phoenix is the cosmopolitan heart of Arizona, the soul of
the American Southwest and
where you will find sports venues, live music, rooftop lounges, museums,
theaters and art galleries.
Downtown and its Cityscape two
block entertainment district is also home to the Phoenix Convention Center
and Arizona State University’s downtown campus; all served by one of the newest
light rail systems in the nation.
Arizona
Opera produces grand opera throughout the state of Arizona and is
one of only three companies in the US that performs in two cities. In Phoenix,
the company performs at Symphony Hall in Downtown. Read More
