The travel bug lives within me. (Read this article about the Wanderlust Gene). Each year, I like planning one big trip (usually an international destination), a couple short trips to different US states/cities, and then we inevitably make a few road trips to different beaches/cities throughout Florida. With all of that, I usually get to cover a good amount of ground in the space of a year considering I have a full-time job to keep up with.
I have a few US cities on my radar to hopefully experience in the next few years. Some I've actually visited before in the past but didn't get to accomplish the things that I would like to see and do today.
I have a few US cities on my radar to hopefully experience in the next few years. Some I've actually visited before in the past but didn't get to accomplish the things that I would like to see and do today.
Wine Country, California
Hot air balloon or not, I'd just love to spend a day or two out there wine tasting and having a picnic with some beautiful views of the vineyards.
There's no specific reason for wanting to visit Austin other than that I've heard it's one of the cooler cities in Texas. I've never been to Texas so I think this is a good starting point to do some site-seeing and get some good BBQ.
Charleston, South Carolina
I've heard so many great things about Charleston and how charming the city is. Considering it's about a 6 hour drive from home, I would love to escape for a long weekend to go experience the southern food and history of this city.
Key West, Florida
I visited Key West over 10 years ago for Spring Break in College. As you can imagine, it was far from relaxing and consisted of staying in a crappy hotel and going to the cheapest bars in town. I want a true Key West vacation to enjoy the beaches, walk around the town, and enjoy some good seafood.
Nashville, Tennesse
I'd like to absorb myself in the music scene and culture of Nashville and explore the liveliness of Music Row. I'm no country music buff but when in Nashville, that will be a must stop. I'm sure there's lots more to do but I haven't gotten that far in researching the main attractions.
I'd like to absorb myself in the music scene and culture of Nashville and explore the liveliness of Music Row. I'm no country music buff but when in Nashville, that will be a must stop. I'm sure there's lots more to do but I haven't gotten that far in researching the main attractions.
Boston, Massachusetts
Having already crossed New York, Chicago and San Francisco off my list, Boston is the next big city I would love to explore. I haven't done much research of must-see places but I know K would definitely request that we plan the trip around a ball game at Fenway Park.
New Orleans, Louisiana
I went to NOLA last year for a bachelorette party. Having said that, nothing was accomplished other than Bourbon Street and lots of bar hopping. I now feel the need to go back to learn more about the history, culture and actually try some good Cajun food, beignets, and all that jazz.
St Augustine, Florida
I visited St. Augustine several years ago for a friend's wedding but only had a few hours to spare to have lunch at the famous Columbia Restaurant and a quick walk through of the town. I'd love to return to explore more of the historic district, learn about some of the monuments, and spend some time at the beach. The drive is less than two hours for us so I'd like to knock this one off my list in the upcoming months.
I'm 100% on board with a trip to Boston!!! You know you'd have a built in tour guide!!! I have a lot of these places on my list too...so many great cities in the US!! xo, Biana - BlovedBoston
ReplyDeleteWine country, NOLA and Boston are definitely on my bucket list as well! Ive been to Austin, Key West and St. Augustine and Ill cross Charleston off in August! There are so many great cities to visit in the US, I just feel like most of the vacations I take are outside the US which is probably why I dont take many trips! I think I need to change that!
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So many of these places are on my list as well. I went to St. Augustine as a little boy and it was so memorable. And I definitely want to visit wine country in Cali :)
ReplyDeleteSo many of these cities are on my must visit list too! There are so many amazing places to see in the U.S. - Id love to do a road trip and hitup a bunch but for now I'll live vicariously through these pics (and bug my hubby that we need to get a trip on the books soon!).
ReplyDeleteYou have some great picks, lady! I highly recommend Austin, NOLA, Boston and Nashville. Those our four of my favorite cities, so much fun! NOLA has some amazing food along with the nightlife. I totally want to get out to wine country, too! BLOG TRIP ;)!
ReplyDeleteI have a ton of these on my list, too..and some of them I've been to and just want to go back (Charleston falls into that category for sure!) Which would be your top two places? You should pick that and then make plans to go!
ReplyDeletesuch a good list! i think we need to road trip it to both st. aug and charleston! just to name a few! xo
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You have so many great places on your list-- many of them are on mine too. I would love to go to Boston in the next couple of years and possibly Austin too. My husband went a few years ago and still talks about how much he loved it!
ReplyDeletei've been to nashville.. it looks just like that picture. and it's awesome! charleston is amazing too. & key west. you have so many great picks! just getting back from nola from a bach party myself, but we explored a lot!
ReplyDeleteI want to go to Nashville too! We have a trip planned to Charleston in April and I'm so excited! I've been to St. Augustine many times (about a 45 minute drive for us) and I still love it! One of my favorite places! :)
ReplyDeleteLove your list! Charleston & Nashville are high on my list too! I have been to Austin and Boston and love both. :) Austin does have some amazing barbecue (Hello, Salt Lick!) I went to Napa when I was a kid, but we are headed there at the end of this month for the first time as adults and are so excited! :)
ReplyDeleteWhile you're in St. Augustine, make sure you drive over a couple hours to visit Pensacola Beach. You won't regret it!
ReplyDeleteSome of my favorites are on this list (New Orleans, Key West, Boston) and we are totally in sync on some of the others - I would really love to see Charleston, it looks so amazing when I see posts from the bloggers who live there!
ReplyDeleteSo many great places. Austin and NOLA are on my list! Make sure you let me know when you make it up to Boston so we can meetup!
ReplyDeleteahh there are so many places I want to go! I want to go back to NOLA, I went once several years ago and don't remember much, except all the alcohol I drank. I really want to go to Charleston!
ReplyDeleteThese are all great places! Some are on my list as well! I have two friends that live in Charleston! They love it! I loved it when I visited! Have you ever been to Savannah, GA? If not, you should add that to your list as well! That is where we are going for my bachelorette party!
ReplyDeleteI love Charleston. And I agree with Ashley. If you're making the trip up to Charleston, Savannah is a quick trip away!
ReplyDeleteCharleston, Nashville, and St. Augstine are on my list too!
ReplyDeleteSavannah, San Diego, and Seattle are all on my list too.
I love your list of cities to visit!!! I have been to Nashville and New Orleans and I enjoyed both. Nashville more so than New Orleans. Burbon Street is not my scene but they did have delicious food! I have recently been to Houston, TX but I would love to see Austin!
ReplyDeleteI would like to visit New York City, Boston, Chicago and I would love to see CA!
What a super list! I'm Texan, and Austin is an amazing city! I've never even imagined going to St. Augustine before, and you've convinced me that I should.
ReplyDeleteBoston is gorgeous. Since most of my fam is there Im there every year almost. I love it! (and of course NYC). Id love to see Key West, Chicago, Las Vegas and San Diego. Ive been to LA but San Diego sounds like fun too!
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