North America Action & adventure, Aircraft, Historic buildings, Landscape + Mountain pictures

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Canada’s oldest national park is a place for adventure-filled getaways and stunning mountain scenery.

The beaches of Santa Monica, boutiques along Beverly Hills’ tree-lined boulevards, and Universal Studios’ movie sets set the scene for a perfect West Coast break.

The big skies welcome visitors for year-round outdoor activities: spring rafting, summer camping, fall hiking and winter skiing.

Enjoy the scenery beside lush green hills and visit the art galleries in the riverside towns of this sprawling rural area.

One of the National Mall’s more austere pieces of architecture, the Jefferson Memorial pays homage to one of America’s greatest presidents and visionaries.

A distinct “hump” in the landscape offers panoramic views over the Valley of the Sun.

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.

Walk a trail suspended over Johnston Creek and admire the waterfalls and dramatic cliff faces.

Pack your shorts or bikini and surf, swim, or just sit back under a palm tree and enjoy the Aloha spirit at Hawaii’s most famous beach.

Step aboard a piece of Pittsburgh heritage for dramatic views of the city’s famous Golden Triangle.

Discover a star-studded hangout and marvel at the art deco splendor of one of LA’s stellar attractions.

Discover a star-studded hangout and marvel at the art deco splendor of one of LA’s stellar attractions.

Combine beaches, theme parks, big-city excitement and outdoor recreation in one popular region with great weather and a laid-back lifestyle.

Culture and nature converge in this diverse park located in the heart of the city.