Surrounded by stunning mountains, incredible desert areas, and forests full of pine trees, Flagstaff is a fairly large city in north-central Arizona considered to be the gateway to the San Francisco Peaks. Not far from the Grand Canyon, this popular city boasts almost 77,000 residents with hundreds of thousands more visitors every year. Other nearby … Read more

There are several things that Richmond, Virginia, is known for. The first is that it was the home of Edgar Allen Poe. It was also where the first can of beer was made in 1935. Also, it has a river (the James River) that is one of the longest rivers that begin and end in … Read more

Located in the middle of North Carolina, Greensboro is a popular southern city with close to 300,000 residents. It was settled in 1749 and was the site of the Revolutionary War Battle of Guilford, and it was also where the first civil rights movement happened in 1960. Today, it is known as Tournament Town because … Read more

Philadelphia is located in southeastern Pennsylvania and was named by William Penn, who founded the city. It is a blend of two Greek words, Phileo (Love) and Adelphos (Brother), meaning the city of brotherly love. Penn intended for Philadelphia to be a place of peace and tolerance where nobody would be persecuted. Also known as … Read more

New York City is one of the most well-known cities in the world. Known for its Times Square New Year’s Eve Ball Drop, the Empire State Building, and the Statue of Liberty, there is no other city like it. It is also the most populated city in the country, with a population of more than … Read more

Known for its love of peaches, Atlanta has more than 70 streets with the name Peachtree in them. But the city barely has any peach trees in it. The capital city of the southern state of Georgia is also known for being the birthplace of Coca-Cola and having the world’s largest drive-in eatery, which sells … Read more

Columbia is the capital of the state of South Carolina and has a population of 137,000. Its nickname is Soda City. Not because it produces the beverage but because its name is often abbreviated to Cola. The city is known for its famous school, the University of South Carolina, the hot summer temperatures, being named … Read more

When you think of St. Louis, you may think of the Gateway Arch, Six Flags St. Louis, the St. Louis Cardinals baseball team, or the Missouri River. But it is much more than that. There is the Missouri Botanical Garden, St. Louis Art Museum, and the St. Louis Zoo. Unfortunately, none of those places allow … Read more

In northeastern Florida, on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, Jacksonville is a popular tourist town and the most populated city in the state, with over 950,000 residents. It has some of the most notable beaches, such as Atlantic, Neptune, and Jacksonville Beach. The city was founded in 1822 and incorporated a decade later, named … Read more

According to archeologists, Gainesville has been populated for over 12,000 years. As a matter of fact, evidence of a Deptford campsite from 500 BC was found in the area. However, it did not get the name Gainesville until 1907. Today, there are just over 141,000 residents, and close to half of the households have fur … Read more

When most people hear Los Angeles, they think of Hollywood and the city of the stars. And it is true that the city is most known for its proximity to so many famous people and places. However, it is also known for its diversity, beauty, and amazing climate. The average temperature in August is 84 … Read more

Right in the middle of North Carolina, Charlotte is a major hub for business as well as pleasure in the southeastern section of the United States. Famous for its NASCAR Hall of Fame, Carowinds Theme Park, barbecue ribs, and friendly people, the city boasts a wealth of opportunities for everyone who visits or lives there. … Read more

Located in the San Joaquin Valley, almost exactly in the center of California, Fresno was named after the white ash trees abundant in the area. The name Fresno actually means ash tree in Spanish. The city is one of the most important agricultural regions in the country and is a top producer of grapes, wine, … Read more

Home of Temple Square, the Hogle Zoo, Liberty Park, and Red Butte Garden, Salt Lake City is the capital of the US state of Utah as well as the most populated, with 200,133 residents in 2020. It was settled in 1847 by pioneers who were led by Brigham Young, one of the most famous early … Read more

In eastern Michigan, just minutes from Lake Michigan, Grand Rapids is the second most populated city in the state, with almost 200,000 residents. The name comes from the Grand River, which is the largest inland river in Michigan. The climate in Grand Rapids is mild for this area, with summer temps in the low 80s … Read more

Brooklyn is one of the five boroughs in New York City in the state of New York. Being on the northeastern coast, the city gets hot in the summer and cold in the winter, sometimes snowing several feet. And if you have a dog, you know how much he hates being cooped up in the … Read more

Located in south-central Texas, Austin is the capital of the state and one of the most populated cities in the United States. It is known as the live music capital of the world, leading other cities with its many concerts and music festivals. The city is one of the oldest in the world, having evidence … Read more

Portland, Oregon, is known for its beautiful nature, delicious craft beer, and being the most bike-friendly city in the United States. It is also home to the smallest park in the world. Mill Ends Park is a 24-inch circular grassy space around a tree in downtown Portland that was recognized as a “park” in 1976. … Read more