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Gadling Giveaway: Road Trip USA
Gadling is teaming up with Avalon Travel to bring you a great giveaway! A few days ago, I reviewed Road Trip USA, Avalon's latest guidebook written by road trip extraordinaire Jamie Jensen, who also was gracious enough to answer a few questions and Talk Travel with me. Believe me when I tell you: this is the Road Trip bible – 900 pages of travel tips and fun facts that cover the 48 contiguous states and even a little bit of Canada.
Now, you can win a free copy of Jamie Jensen's brand new Road Trip USA guidebook by leaving a comment in the bottom of this post by Friday, April 24, 2009 @ 5 p.m. EST. Your comment must provide a description of a place in the continental U.S. that you believe people need to see before they die. Please specify the city (if possible) and state where we can find this place. This comment shouldn't be longer than five sentences, please.
Three winners will be picked randomly. The first winner will receive his/her very own copy of Road Trip USA, and two others will receive one of Jamie's regional guides to either the Pacific Coast Highway or Route 66.
It's that simple!
Just so you get the idea, here's my destination of choice. But don't worry: I already have my copy. Now go and win yours.
Brenda's "entry": Growing up in Hawaii, I didn't understand the nation's fascination with baseball. Why are grown men wearing tight pants and running around three bases? I didn't get it because I'd never been to a baseball game and the most quintessential ballpark I have to say is Fenway in Boston, Massachusetts. From the Pesky Pole and the Green Monster to Yawkey Way and Landsdown Street, Fenway's got it all. Plus going to a game at Fenway is absolutely electric.
Look for a follow-up post and announcement on Gadling late next week!
Filed under: History, Learning, North America, United States, Books
Reader Comments (Page 2 of 3)
globalgal Apr 20th 2009 9:09PM
You've heard of the Alamo, but have you heard of Goliad? If you're a history buff, you need to visit Goliad, Texas, a little town in South Texas where the saga of Texas Independence from Mexico continued following the Alamo. Mexican forces faced off against Colonel James Fannin and his troops here (unfortunately, it did not end too well for Fannin, resulting in the "Goliad Massacre."). There is a Spanish fort, Presidio La Bahia, dating to the mid 1700s and a Mission Church, Mission Espiritu Santo, along with a historic courthouse district. (The presidio & mission complex is the last surviving example in Texas and one of the few in North America.)
Albert Apr 20th 2009 9:33PM
Detroit. Every American should see how this city has changed over the past century. Seeing abandoned skyscrapers within the eerie silence of a typical weekend is something one doesn't see everyday.
wendy wallach Apr 20th 2009 10:00PM
The Badlands outside of Rapid City, South Dakota.
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Emilie S Apr 22nd 2009 11:16PM
If you've never been to see Niagara Falls (Niagara Falls, NY), you MUST go before you die!!!!! Gorgeous!
Sarah V Apr 20th 2009 11:05PM
I visited Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, CO for the first time in June of 2008. It's the kind of place that makes people lower their voices; there's just that hushed, wondrous feel to it. At the foot of Pikes Peak and the Rockies, it's a pocket of desert perfection. I watched the sun come up over the hogbacks and felt tears pricking my eyes. It's truly one of the most beautiful places I've ever visited.
Julie K Apr 20th 2009 11:20PM
Even though the Old Man fell off the mountain, I still think people should visit the White Mountains of NH. There are so many classic roadside attractions like the flume gorge, the Indian head profile, Clark's Trading Post, and of course the beautiful Mt. Washington!
Rob Apr 20th 2009 11:19PM
Sedona, AZ! Red rock country is incredible. Hiking, mountain biking, climbing, off-road driving, golf and much more! If you enjoy being outside and surrounded by breathtaking views, you HAVE to visit Sedona!
Karin V Apr 21st 2009 2:24AM
Yes, the North Rim of the Grand Canyon is a must see! It seems that most people opt to head to the South Rim. The North Rim is a little out of the way and a bit more isolated, but that is what makes it so wonderful. There is a wonderful lodge just outside the park in the Kaibab forest that is a fantastic place to stop and spend a little time too.
joe Apr 22nd 2009 11:57AM
I agree with everything you said -- the lodge is where we stayed.
joep Apr 21st 2009 2:36AM
I say start the road trip in NY by walking.
A solid one day hike starting in Brooklyn. Cross the Brooklyn Bridge, head straight for the woolworth building. Then straight up Broadway (10 miles) to the GW Bridge. Walk over that too. Pick up the rented (or parked car) in New Jersey and head west for your road trip.
If that does not qualify for a free copy of the book (nice promo!) then don't miss FallingWater about 1 hour southeast of Pittsburgh, PA.
Can't wait for the book.
Diane S Apr 21st 2009 5:50AM
Not to copy Rob, who already mentioned Sedona, AZ. I simply have to agree with him because Sedona is certainly one of the most beautiful places in America.
I would highly recommend experiencing the Oak Creek Canyon - a steep-walled, breathtaking, forested corridor between Sedona and Flagstaff in Coconino County, Arizona.
Frank M Apr 21st 2009 3:24PM
Canadian Falls at Niagara.
Brenda Apr 21st 2009 2:10PM
Frank, in order to be eligible, can you please provide a brief description of your place? Thanks! Just reply to this comment, and I'll be sure not to count you twice.
Matt Apr 21st 2009 11:01AM
Victor, Idaho is quintessential small town America. The Victor Emporium was my first soda fountain experience, and its huckleberry shakes are definitely worth the trip through the mountain pass from Jackson, Wyoming. While not necessarily on the to-visit list of every tourist in Jackson Hole, Victor is a joy to walk around and explore by foot; I wish I could have seen more if it!
jkiel Apr 21st 2009 11:52AM
Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone NP, before they totally dry up.
Brenda Apr 21st 2009 2:10PM
jkiel, in order to be eligible, can you please provide a brief description of your place? Thanks! Just reply to this comment, and I'll be sure not to count you twice.
Jason Apr 21st 2009 12:10PM
The Boundary waters in Northern MN
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Brenda Apr 21st 2009 2:11PM
Jason, in order to be eligible, can you please provide a brief description of your place? Thanks! Just reply to this comment, and I'll be sure not to count you twice.
MS Apr 21st 2009 12:34PM
the sleeping bear dunes national lakeshore needs to be seen before they get eroded away forever. the beautiful on the northwest coast of the lower peninsula is great for families with its coastline and sand dunes. Camp or stay close in the cute town of glen arbor, or a little further in traverse city.
noinamg Apr 21st 2009 12:44PM
i have always wanted to go to San Francisco