RT Regions

Explore each region by clicking on the map. Each region offers its own distinctive landscapes, cultures, cuisines, and attractions, from the historic towns of New England and the vibrant cities of the Mid-Atlantic to the mountains of the Northwest and the deserts of the Southwest. Whether you're seeking outdoor adventures, cultural experiences, scenic road trips, or iconic landmarks, America's diverse regions provide endless opportunities for discovery. Start planning your next journey and uncover the unique character of every corner of the country!

Mission Santa Barbara
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Northeast

Explore New England's fall foliage, historic Boston, and Maine's rugged coast, plus charming small towns across Vermont and Connecticut.

Major Cities: Boston, Providence, Hartford, Portland, Portsmouth
Top Sites: Freedom Trail, Acadia National Park, White Mountains, Newport Mansions, Mystic Seaport

Mission Santa Barbara
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Mid-Atlantic

Tour iconic landmarks from the Statue of Liberty to the National Mall, explore Philadelphia's history, and relax on Delaware's beaches.

Major Cities: New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Baltimore
Top Sites: Statue of Liberty, Liberty Bell, National Mall, Chesapeake Bay

Pismo Beach, CA
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Southeast

Relax on Florida's beaches, stroll historic Charleston and Savannah, and hike the Blue Ridge Mountains across the vibrant Southeast.

Major Cities: Miami, Atlanta, Charlotte, Orlando
Top Sites: Everglades National Park, Kennedy Space Center, Charleston Historic District, Walt Disney World

South

Feast on Southern cuisine, hear country music in Nashville and jazz in New Orleans, and explore Texas' plains and Kentucky's bluegrass hills.

Major Cities: New Orleans, Nashville, Austin, Louisville
Top Sites: Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Bourbon Street, Graceland, Savannah Historic District

Great Lakes

Explore the five Great Lakes' shorelines, vibrant Chicago and Detroit, and charming island getaways like Mackinac Island.

Major Cities: Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, Minneapolis
Top Sites: Millennium Park, Mackinac Island, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore

Downtown Los Angeles sunset with Mount Baldy in the background
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Midwest

Roam vast prairies and Great Plains scenery, explore Kansas City's barbecue and St. Louis' Gateway Arch, and enjoy Midwest small-town charm.

Major Cities: Kansas City, Omaha, Des Moines, Sioux Falls
Top Sites: Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore, Gateway Arch, Ozark National Scenic Riverways

Dantes View in Death Valley National Park

Southwest

Marvel at the Grand Canyon and red rock deserts, explore vibrant Las Vegas and Phoenix, and road-trip through stunning desert scenery.

Major Cities: Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Phoenix
Top Sites: Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Death Valley National Park, Santa Fe

Fisherman's Wharf at Monterey, CA
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Northwest

Hike volcanic peaks and rainforests, explore Seattle and Portland's vibrant food scenes, and discover the Northwest's dramatic coastlines.

Major Cities: Seattle, Portland, Boise, Billings
Top Sites: Glacier National Park, Mount Rainier, Crater Lake, Columbia River Gorge