Off the Beaten Path

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This travel guide highlights over 1,000 of the United States' most overlooked destinations, making it an essential resource for planning unforgettable vacations. With 40% new content, it includes over 200 new sites, full-color photographs, and updated maps. Organized in a state-by-state A-to-Z format, it reveals budget-friendly hidden gems, ensuring that you can find an exciting local getaway within an hour or two of home. Each featured site is verified by state tourist bureaus as "off the beaten path," inviting you to explore nature, science, art, and culture while discovering unexpected treasures. This edition boasts more than 1,000 sites, including over 200 new additions, and features detailed state road maps and revised tourist information, along with links to attraction websites. New "Did You Know" fact boxes and icons for pet-friendly, handicap-accessible, and Wi-Fi compatible sites enhance the experience. Sidebars highlight seasonal events for each state, offering innovative ideas for memorable day trips and vacations for all types of travelers. Whether you're interested in New Hampshire's castle in the clouds, pontoon boating in the Florida Everglades, or strolling down America's oldest street in New York City, this guide provides everything you need to embark on your next adventure.