Visit the USA

There’s nothing quite like Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. What is it? A festival celebrating Punxsutawney Phil (a groundhog). If he doesn’t see his shadow it will be an early spring, if he does see, the winter will be longer — if you believe in the legend. There’s also fireworks, confetti, live performances! Where is it? Gobbler’s Knob, an hour-and-a-half drive from Pittsburgh. Why should I attend? There’s really nothing else like it. Thousands of people from all over the world attend this event, waiting on bated breath for Phil’s prognostication. #GroundhogDay #PunxsutawneyPennsylvania #Pennsylvania #PunxsutawneyPhil #VisitTheUSA 📸: @VISIT PA

Planning a trip to the USA can be overwhelming, but follow these simple steps and with a few clicks, you’re whole itinerary will be planned. Step 1: Head to the link in bio Step 2: Click “Explore America the Beautiful” Step 3: Click “Plan a Trip” Step 4: Type in anything — cities, dates, vibes, budets #VisitTheUSA #USATrip #USATripPlanning #USATrip2026 #USABucketList

In 2026, experience unique cultures, people and landmarks that make up the tapestry of America the Beautiful. 1. Monument Valley, Arizona: Get inspired, like old Hollywood directors, by seeing the miles of buttes and otherworldly geologic formations that call this Navajo Nation’s tribal park home. 2. Albuquerque, New Mexico: Check out the new Route 66 Remixed, an art project created by Meow Wolf, local artists while in town for the annual International Balloon Fiesta (Oct.). 3. Los Angeles, California: Lose yourself in the new David Geffen Galleries at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art — slated to open in April — and the Star-Wars-filled Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, which opens in the fall of 2026. 4. Lake Charles, Louisiana: Between now and February 17, take part in parades, catch beads, eat king cakes, taste-test gumbo cookoffs and see the opening of the Mardi Gras Museum of Imperial Calcasieu. 5. Santa Monica, California: Grab a Pier Burger at the end of Route 66 and watch the sun set over the Pacific Ocean before grabbing a seat on the Ferris wheel at Pacific Park. 6. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Plan to see A Nation of Artists at the Philadelphia Art Museum and the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. It will showcase the history and evolution of American Art — just in time for the country’s 250th celebration. 7. San Juan, Puerto Rico: Start planning your trip for January to experience Fiestas de la Calle San Sebastian, the island’s biggest festival. 8. Washington, D.C.: Celebrate America’s 250th birthday over the summer in the country’s capital city with exhibits, performances and festivals put on by the Smithsonian Institute. 9. Tumon, Guam: Experience the cultural heritage of the islands of Micronesia with traditional dance performances, local foods and handmade crafts at the Guam Micronesia Island Fair, held each June. 10. Berkshires, Massachusetts: See the centennial performance of the Martha Graham Dance Company as the mountains come alive with the Jacob’s Pillow Dance Festival, June through August. 11. San Antonio, Texas: Walk through the hallowed halls of four early 1700s missions at this UNESCO World Heritage Site and explore the soon-to-open Paseo del Alamo, which links the San Antonio Riverwalk to the Alamo. 12. Memphis, Tennessee: Explore the city that helped create blues, jazz and rock ’n’ roll at spots like Graceland, Sun Studios and Beale Street. #AmericaTheBeautiful #USAArts #USACulture #12ThingsToDoIn2026 #USABucketList 📸: @sayamitsuhashi, @gcope.nyc, @handluggageonly

When Frank Stelges, a nature photographer from Germany, first saw the Aurora Borealis on his bike in 2010, he was astounded. “It’s so different than anything else. It was moving and sometimes very slow and sometimes very fast. And you have the three dimensionality of these curtains really dancing over the night sky.” So astounded that he moved to Fairbanks, “Alaska totally blew me away and I fell completely in love. And it was clear that I had to come back.” Now a nature photographer, he says that when people see the Northern Lights it hits them deep and they begin to open up, talking about their lives, sharing from an emotional space. “I’m not creating the aurora, but I’m at that moment the one who helps see it, capturing it…creating lifelong memories.” The Aurora season runs August 21 to April 21 each year, starting planning your trip at the link in bio to see this jaw-dropping phenomena for yourself. @Travel Alaska

The USA is home to the quirkiest and largest roadside experiences. Come check them out. • World’s Largest Cowboy Boots in San Antonio, Texas • World’s Largest Pop Bottle in Arcadia, Oklahoma • World’s Largest Pheasant in Huron, South Dakota • Rainbow Rock Shop Dinosaurs in Holbrook, Arizona #VisitTheUSA #USARoadTrip #USRoadTrip #USARoadsideAttractions #RoadsideAttractions 📸: Kevin Lukens @VisitCalifornia @VisitSanAntonio @Visit Arizona

The countdown is on until the world’s biggest football tournament arrives in Kansas City, Missouri. Kick your own hat trick by scoring visits to these three stops: 1. Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art 2. Kansas City-Style Barbecue: Check out spots like Char Bar, Scott’s Kitchen and Jack Stack BBQ. 3. Worlds of Fun Amusement Park (open select dates April–September) Head to the link in bio to plan your summer 2026 trip. #AmericaTheBeautiful #VisitTheUSA #KansasCity #Futbol #Futbol2026 @Visit KC

Did you know the western USA is home to hundreds of hot springs? These geothermal heated pools offer an escape from the winter’s cold temperatures and provide the ultimate wellness experience. Mystic Hot Springs, Monroe, Utah Goldbug Hot Springs, Salmon, Idaho Soldier Meadows Hot Springs, Gerlach, Nevada Pine Flats Hot Springs, Lowman, Idaho Strawberry Park Hot Springs, Steamboat Springs, Colorado Mountain Village Resort, Stanley, Idaho Spencer Hot Springs, Austin, Nevada Lava Hot Springs, Idaho Kirkham Hot Springs, Lowman, Idaho #VisitTheUSA #USAHotSprings #HiddenGemUSA #HotSprings #USABucketList 📸: @aivanhua @Travel Nevada @Visit Colorado

Picture this: You’re behind the wheel, country music is blaring through the speakers, the sun is rising on the desert landscape, red-rock formations are jumping up in the distance and a tumbleweed rolls across the road in front of you. This is a road trip through the western USA, and it’s iconic. #VisitTheUSA #WesternUSA #WesternUnitedStates #USARoadTrip #WesternUSARoadTrip 📸: @nicolaarmento_

In 2026, escape the everyday and indulge in a bespoke getaway in America the Beautiful. 1. Snoqualmie, Washington: Enjoy a healing spa treatment while overlooking one of the state’s most visited natural landmarks at Salish Lodge & Spa. 2. Big Sur, California: At Alila Ventana, the spa uses locally inspired botanicals to help you align mind, body and spirit. 3. Big Sky, Montana: One&Only Moonlight Basin Resort recently opened, so you can ski across fresh powder in the morning and relax in the spa in the afternoons. 4. Escalante, Utah: Escalante Yurts are close to two national parks and a national monument and offer luxurious spaces in Southern Utah’s high desert. 5. Disney World, Florida: Customize your trip with a Disney Private VIP Tour Guide who helps with everything from pre-arrival planning to insider knowledge of the parks. 6. Asheville, North Carolina: Book a stay at The Inn on Biltmore Estate — think spa treatments with Blue Ridge Mountain views — and you’ll be staying on the grounds of the USA’s largest private home. 7. Seattle, Washington: Take your relaxation up a notch at Wild Haus, a wood-fired floating spa in Lake Union. 8. Jekyll Island, Georgia: Start your day with a walk on the beach, followed by a round of golf, then a bike ride through the historic district and end with a swim in one of Jekyll Island Club Resort’s pools. 9. Las Vegas, Nevada: With flagship luxury stores, live entertainment every night and chef’s-table dining experiences, this desert city is beyond luxe. 10. Denver & Salt Lake City, Colorado & Utah: Rocky Mountaineer’s new Canyon Spirit rail journey takes you through mountain towns, hot springs, the Moab desert and more, all in five-star accommodations. 11. Tucson, Arizona: To celebrate 30 years of relaxation, the Life in Balance Spa at Miraval Arizona Resort and Spa has been fully reimagined. Book a massage or facial signature service to experience it. 12. Coronado, California: After a multi-year restoration, the Hotel del Coronado has been brought back to its 1888 Victorian splendor. #AmericaTheBeautiful #VisitTheUSA #USALuxury #2026BucketList #2026Goals 📸: Adam Clark @salishlodgespa @melissa ♓︎ @mandtinmt @exploramber @Soph @State of Washington Tourism @VisitCalifornia @Visit Asheville, NC @Visit NC @Visit Seattle @Las Vegas @Travel Nevada @Visit Colorado @visitsaltlake @Visit Tucson @Visit Arizona

There’s so much happening in America the Beautiful this year! Start planning your 2026 holiday with these events in mind: March 5–17: The World Baseball Classic is showcasing the best-of-the-best in the sport with games in Houston, Texas, Miami, Florida and San Juan, Puerto Rico. April 10–19: One of the most famous music festivals in the world, Coachella in Indio, California, is featuring headliners Sabrina Carpenter, Justin Bieber and Karol G. May 24: Watch open-wheel race cars zoom by you at the Indianapolis 500 in Indianapolis, Indiana. June 11–July 19: The World's Biggest Football Tournament features the best soccer teams participating in matches across the country in 11 host cities. June 19–21: See one of NASCAR’s longest races, during NASCAR San Diego Weekend in San Diego, California. August 30–September 13: Experience the thrill of tennis greats clashing at the US Open in Queens, New York — don’t forget to try a Honey Deuce. September 25–October 18: Soar above crowds on the massive Ferris wheel, try a fried charcuterie board and watch live music at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas, Texas. October 3–11: Watch more than 500 hot air balloons launch at the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in Albuquerque, New Mexico. November: The Mother Road is 100 this year, celebrate the Route 66 Centennial with events in Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona and California. November 26: Get a spot early on 34th Street to witness the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, New York. December 4–6: Check out world-renowned artists’ creations during Art Basel in Miami, Florida. December: Toast to winter with live music, bonfires, fireworks and snow sculptures during Wintersköl in Aspen, Colorado. 📸: @AlbertLee @DiscoverPuertoRico @VisitCalifornia @Visit Indy @Visit San Diego @I LOVE NY @Enjoy Illinois @New Mexico True @Visit Dallas | Dallas Guide @NYC Tourism @Visit Miami @Visit Colorado

This Texas city is full of culture, incredible food, space history and one heck of a rodeo. Plus, 2026 is an epic year to visit H-Town. March 6–11, Daikin Park is hosting the World Baseball Classic and in June the World’s Biggest Football Tournament has matches at NRG Stadium. Save this guide for what to do, where to eat and drink, where to shop and the neighborhoods you need to explore on your next visit to Houston, Texas. #VisitTheUSA #HoustonTexas #Houston #HoustonGuide #HoustonThingsToDo @Visit Houston

2026 is the year of the road trip through the USA. Let the wind blow through your hair, turn up the radio and enjoy some of the most jaw-dropping views. Start planning your driving journey at the link in bio. #VisitTheUSA #USARoadTrip #USANationalParks #USRoadTrip #RoadTrip

The USA loves to celebrate ringing in the New Year with epic celebrations full of fireworks and ball drops, but did you know that cities across the country have some unique traditions? That’s right they drop things like animals, foods and plants when the clock strikes midnight. Check these out: Pine Cone Drop, Flagstaff, Arizona Peep Drop, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania Peach Drop, Atlanta, Georgia Acorn Drop, Raleigh, North Carolina Music Note Drop, Nashville, Tennessee Potato Drop, Boise, Idaho 📸: @br3nn3nfoto, @thingstodoraleigh, @jackiesaland #VisitTheUSA #NewYearsEve #BallDrop #2026 #NewYearsEveBallDrop @DiscoverFlagstaff @Visit Arizona @Lehigh Valley, PA @VISIT PA @DiscoverAtlanta @Visit NC @Nashville, TN

From towering redwood trees to west coast sunsets to drives along the Pacific Coast Highway and hikes through Yosemite National Park, there’s just something special about California. America the Beautiful awaits, check out the link in bio to plan your 2026 trip. #VisitTheUSA #California #CaliforniaRoadTrip #USARoadTrip #2026TravelBucketList @VisitCalifornia

Planning your trip to the world’s biggest football competition in 2026? Complete your very own hat trick by hitting these three stops in Miami, Florida: 1. Miami Beach 2. Vizcaya Museum & Gardens 3. Everglades National Park Head to the link in bio to plan your summer 2026 trip. #AmericaTheBeautiful #VisitMiami #MiamiFlorida #VisitFlorida #WorldCup @Visit Miami