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North East

Where major cities meet tiny towns | Spectacular skylines & iconic landmarks Historical experiences | Fabulous shopping, cuisine & entertainment Stunning natural scenery & coastlines | Great for city breaks, stopovers & road trips
Chicago skyline Gettysburg Washington, D. C.
Bold, bustling and exciting the“ Big Apple” should be on all bucket lists. First time visitors must snap a shot of the Manhattan skyline, be it from the Staten Island Ferry, atop the iconic Empire State Building or from a helicopter.
The nation’ s capital, Washington, D. C. is a monumental city of grand government buildings, characterful districts, memorials and vast museums, many of which are free to visit. Washington, D. C. along with the states of Maryland and Virginia, collectively comprise the Capital Region, which brags beaches, national parks and culture-rich cities. Discover the natural charms of Chesapeake Bay, the solitude of Shenandoah National Park, historic Williamsburg plus numerous Civil War trails.
There’ s a very European feel to compact Boston, which charms with cobbled streets, gas lamps fine public buildings, history, culture and more. Surrounding Boston is New England, made up of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont. Here you’ ll find glorious beaches, brilliant fall foliage, great lakes, scenic villages, covered bridges, soaring mountains and distinctive food.
Famous as the birthplace of American democracy, Philadelphia is rich in history, but also high-tech modern ideas. Learn more about the tradition of freedom and innovation by exploring the diverse communities, vibrant museums, exciting sports and cultural attractions.
Further Pennsylvanian hotspots are Pittsburgh and Gettysburg. The former boasts incredible museums and has evolved into an up-andcoming foodie heaven while picturesque Gettysburg has some of the country’ s most historic and scenic Civil War sites.
Chicago, also known as the“ Windy City”, brims with spectacular architecture, a theatre district that gives Broadway a run for its money, amazing museums, blues and jazz clubs and even beaches. Chicago is also the start of the renowned Route 66 and gateway to the Great Lakes, namely Lake Superior, Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, Lake Erie and Lake Ontario.
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