Top 20 Places to See in U.S.?

"Brett Bayne" <brettster@mieplot> wrote in message
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> I am planning a trip from Las Vegas, Nevada, to Philadelphia,
> Pennsylvania. I will be driving, in a camper, and I do not have
> a fixed route on which to travel at this point.
>
> What are the Top 20 can't-miss things to see on such a trip?
> I am willing to go somewhat, but not too far out of my way to see
> something spectacular. (Ohio and D.C., yes; Washington State and
> Florida, no.) Please feel free to suggest landmarks of Americana,
> like the Liberty Bell, as well as natural wonders like Niagara Falls.
> I'd be willing to go that far.
>
> Thank you very much for your insight. Remember, your suggestions
> may very well affect my journey.
>

Lets start with the obvious

Grand Canyon
Bryce Canyon
Zion NP
Monument Valley
Canyonlands NP
Arches NP

Keith

Brian:

> No ill feelings but I'd like to clear one thing. Americana
> is like a Raggedy Ann doll dressed in Stars and Stripes,
> a mail box or weather vane with a bronze eagle on it.
> The Liberty Bell, is an object of US history as is
> Independence Hall. They are symbols of the USA.

I'm glad you could get that off your chest, Bri.

Miriam-Webster:

Americana 1 : materials concerning or characteristic of America,
its civilization, or its culture; broadly : things typical of America
2 : American culture

I am comfortable with my usage.

On 23 Jul 2003 18:45:55 GMT, brettster@mieplot (Brett Bayne)
wrote:

>Brian:
>
>> No ill feelings but I'd like to clear one thing. Americana
>> is like a Raggedy Ann doll dressed in Stars and Stripes,
>> a mail box or weather vane with a bronze eagle on it.
>> The Liberty Bell, is an object of US history as is
>> Independence Hall. They are symbols of the USA.
>
>I'm glad you could get that off your chest, Bri.
>
>Miriam-Webster:
>
>Americana 1 : materials concerning or characteristic of America,
>its civilization, or its culture; broadly : things typical of America
>2 : American culture
>
>I am comfortable with my usage.

You shouldn't be. "Americana" applies to classes or types of objects,
not to specific items of historical import. You might want to consult
a nearby English teacher for confirmation.

Regards,
-- Larry

- Bobb - wrote:

> Just throwing out things that I've done. I used to drive R/T Boston to
> Vegas each summer (longgggg ago)
>
> Denver - lots to do, but do NOT plan on physical activity much unless
> you're in good shape - the air is thin . I saw locals (high school ,
> colleges) with oxygen on the sidelines for the athletes (who were USED to
> it. They grew up there). If you haven't been to a US Mint, they have one
> (along with old $100,000 bills on display in the little museum they have
> there)

The Denver US Mint was closed to tours, except by advance reservation for
groups, last year when I was there.

Clay

--
Clay Blankenship Change 'Z' to 's' to reply
Monterey, CA

"KGB" <kokopelli@u.genie.co.uk> wrote in message
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> On Thu, 24 Jul 2003 14:16:11 -0700, "Peter L" <peterl68@m>
> wrote:
>
>
> Hi
> >Well, you don't need to herald them. Just need to see them once, then
> >you'll want to go back again and again. Do a web search on National
Parks
> >in the Southwest.
>
> The biggest mistake my wife and I ever made was to visit Canyonlands
> 20 years ago with our tent from here in England.
>
> I have lost count of the number of times we have since visited the
> area; we now need a regular "fix" of high desert, our last visit was
> September last year and we are already suffering withdrawal symptoms.
> Only yesterday I got out our Canyonlands map and a hiking guide to
> start planning our next visit (probably camping at Island in the Sky).
>
> Regards
>
> KGB

Ah but have you rented a 4WD and driven the white rim trail yet ?

Keith