Galveston Island and city are one hour from Houston. With 32 miles of shoreline, Galveston is a renowned beach destination.
The Golden Gate Bridge might be San Francisco's most obvious landmark but the city is also known for its many piers along the waterfront.
Stretching more than 3,000 feet into Lake Michigan, the fun Navy Pier has become one of Chicago's most popular attractions.
Palm trees and pastel-hued Art-Deco hotels flank Ocean Drive on Miami Beach's South Beach from South Pointe Beach to 15th Street.
The cypress and oak-lined Paseo del Rio (River Walk) winds peacefully through the city center along the San Antonio River.
It's rich in historic sites, boutique shops and quaint hotels, plus restaurants and bars that serve food and drink with a side of Southern hospitality.
Stay dry with a sunset walk or make a splash on the beach with activities such as kayaking and surfing.
Dubbed DC's newest day trip destination, The Wharf is a recently re-developed mile-long stretch along the Potomac River.