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Seattle, Washington

Overview: Despite its reputation as a city perpetually shrouded in rainclouds, Seattle may surprise you with its colorful, highly-progressive culture. The city has seen a population explosion in the last decade thanks to a burgeoning technology sector driven by companies such as Microsoft and Amazon. Seattleites love their city’s proximity to the great outdoors, and hikes through the Cascade Mountains or Kayak trips in Puget Sound are easy day trips.  Neighborhoods: Ballard North of downtown and facing the Puget Sound, Ballard is a waterfront community filled with small shops, craft breweries and restaurants. Particularly during the summer, visitors flock to…

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San Francisco, California

Overview of City: Fueled by the emergence of Silicon Valley and the tech industry in Northern California, San Francisco has grown into one of the most notable cities in the United States. Boasting beautiful nature, charming architecture, and a rich history, this hilly city is a wonderful place to visit. Here in this guide, you’ll learn about all the amazing parts of San Francisco that make it such an incredible place to be. Best Areas/Neighborhoods: Mission District Located in the heart of San Francisco, the Mission District is defined by its youthful and hipster flair. It’s mainly know for the…

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North Carolina, United States

State Overview North Carolina is a great place to visit or live, and the state offers so many great places to go. You need to get down there to experience the southern hospitality that makes it famous. North Carolina is a state that definitely lives up to the original thirteen colonies it formed one part of, and its rich history is the story of the United States in itself. The very first English colony in the New World was actually founded at Roanoke in 1585. This is more than twenty years before the famous and permanent Jamestown Colony in neighboring…

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The New York Travel Guide: Living and Learning

Overview New York. The Big Apple. The first thing you need to know is that when you talk about “New York,” a large majority of people will assume you mean New York City. It’s just the way it is, even though the city takes up only 304 square miles of the state’s 54,000. Unlike New York City’s concrete and steel, New York State is a natural wonderland with the Appalachian and Adirondack mountain ranges, the Hudson and Mohawk river valleys, the expanses of forest and farmland. New York claims two of the Great Lakes, the Thousand Island archipelago in the…

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New York City

Brief Overview of City: New York City is one of the most iconic cities in the world, boasting an unparalleled skyline, extremely rich history, and a one of kind vibrance. Moreover, it’s home to some of the world’s most well-known attractions such as: Times Square, The Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. Yet, while this is all great, The Big Apple has much more to offer beyond its alluring surface. Underneath lies an endless array of incredible food, experiences, and sights that are just as worth of your time. In this comprehensive guide, you will learn…

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Pennsylvania, United States

Overview Pennsylvania, officially the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, is considered a Mid-Atlantic state even with its northern border touching on Lake Erie. It is also bordered by Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Ohio and West Virginia. Additionally, it is interesting to note that the Appalachian Mountains slice through the state, while the Pocono Mountains lie in the northeast and the Allegheny Mountains in the northwest. The one flat area is the Atlantic Coastal Plain in the southeast. Pennsylvania was settled in 1681 by William Penn as a colony for the religious freedom of his fellow Quakers. “The Quaker State” is…

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Boston Massachusetts

Brief Overview of City: Boston is one of the most storied cities in the United States. Originally founded in 1630 by English Puritans, the city is known as the “Birthplace of the American Revolution” for its early role in the war for independence, which includes the Boston Massacre, the Boston Tea Party and the Battle of Bunker Hill. The subsequent decades saw Boston grow through waves of industrialization and immigration. Starting in the 1820s, Irish immigrants began arriving in large numbers and have since left Boston with a distinct cultural heritage. The city earned a reputation as a maritime powerhouse,…

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California, United States

Brief Overview of the State: Many people will tell you that the West Coast is the best coast, and once you start to explore all of the options and see what California has to offer, you might just agree. It truly is a state that has a place for everyone whether you are coming for a visit or you are going to make it your home. The Golden State has something for everyone whether you want to spend your days lounging on the beaches and enjoying the surf, hiking through the deserts or the forests, or even skiing in the…

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Austin Texas

Brief Overview of City: Austin, the capital of Texas, and the fasting growing city in the U.S has developed into a beautiful and lively city. It’s has an incredibly diverse makeup of college students, musicians, high tech engineers, and blue collar workers, and is home to some incredible barbecue and amazing live music. In this guide, you’ll learn about all the best spots that give the city of Austin its unbeatable ambience.  Best Areas/Neighborhoods: Downtown Full of high rises, restaurants, and bars, Downtown Austin is the most lively area of entire city. Here you can grab a fantastic brunch in…

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Ohio, United States

Brief Overview of the State: Ohio is located in the Midwest, and it is a part of the Great Lakes Region. The state took its name from the Ohio River. In fact, in the language of the Seneca people, it means “great river”. Ohio is often called the Buckeye State, which stems from the buckeye trees that are prominent in the state. There are quite a few wilderness areas in Ohio, and many of the residents of the state therefore enjoy getting out into the woods and the trails to hike and hunt, and to enjoy the waters of Lake…

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