USA

We’re big fans of exploring our greater backyard, whether that means your hometown, state, or country. There are so many different landscapes and cultures within the different regions of the US. You could spend a lifetime or two exploring and never see it all.

Trust us, we’ve lived in every corner of the US – NYC, Atlanta, San Diego, LA, and Portland with cities in between. No matter how boring you think your hometown is, you can find hidden gems if you’re willing to look for them. Many gems are just a short drive away.

badlands loop road + 9 best things to do in badlands national park

If you’re ready to go on a local adventure, we’ve put together some great resources for you. On this page, you will find classic American road trips you must take, the most scenic National Parks in the US, plus our popular state and city bucket lists, and much more.


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Best Places to Visit in the USA by Month: JAN | FEB | MAR | APR | MAY | JUN | JUL | AUG | SEP | OCT | NOV | DEC

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Hi. We’re Esther & Jacob. We are ATLiens who explore a new city every year. We’re currently based in Las Vegas but have also lived in NYC, Portland, San Diego, and LA.

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