"Travel is a useful tool. I think of places like Oahu and Catalina Island, both of which we're lucky to count as part of this country, where island landscapes intermingle with a fascinating blend of cultural influences, from ancient Polynesia to 1920s Hollywood. I think of the spirit of reinvention and rebirth emerging in cities like Buffalo and San Francisco,"
"It's a momentous time to talk about the best places to go in the US: in 2026 the country will celebrate its semiquincentennial birthday. America probably looks a bit different right now from what our forefathers could have predicted when they founded the United States a whopping 250 years ago - I imagine they'd have some notes for us (for what it's worth, I have some notes for them, too)."
2026 marks the United States' semiquincentennial, offering a timely moment to visit compelling domestic destinations. Travel can reveal musical roots such as Chicago's jazz and East Tennessee's bluegrass, and island cultures on Oahu and Catalina Island that blend ancient Polynesia with Hollywood-era influences. Cities like Buffalo and San Francisco demonstrate reinvention and rebirth. Route 66 provides a poetic retro road-trip experience without a passport. Fourteen standout places are highlighted for 2026 because of new openings and events, providing timely reasons to visit beloved spots including Charleston and Park City. These destinations aim to inspire pride in the country's diverse landscapes and traditions.
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