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About the destination: Chicago, once a small trading post on Lake Michigan, has grown into one of the country’s most famous cities. Visit “The Windy City” and chow down on deep dish pizza for a truly unique vacation experience. Follow “The Loop,” the city’s primary business district, and marvel at its array of high-rise buildings, consulates, and universities. Shopping and fine dining abound in this area. If you’ve worn yourself out in the city proper, set a more sedate pace at the Riverwalk, a pedestrian path along the Chicago River, or visit the many museums and parks the city has to offer. You’ll never believe you’re actually downtown when you walk through the Garfield Park Conservatory, and the Art Institute of Chicago will allow you to appreciate creative works from around the world. The most important places to visit in Chicago are: the Willis Tower, an iconic symbol of the city, the Millennium Park, a great urban park, among the most famous landmarks of Chicago and a site for many major city events, the Shedd Aquarium, one of the world's largest aquariums. Called the front lawn of Chicago, the Grant Park is a wonderfully landscaped park and offers many sites for an urban escape, the Navy Pier, situated right on Lake Michigan, has a festive atmosphere with entertainment, shops and restaurants. No Chicago tour is complete without a mention of the nightlife, so close out your day at a jazz lounge and let the sweet sound of music carry you away.

About the destination: Saint Louis is a major midwestern metropolis and Missouri’s largest city. Located on the western bank of the Mississippi River, Saint Louis is a great American city to visit. The city has many interesting sites, both historic and modern, really great food, all types of music, architecture, museums and other attractions. The Gateway Arch is the most famous landmark in Saint Louis and it does dominate the skyline. It is set in the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial right along the Mississippi riverfront on the edge of downtown. There is an underground museum and at the top, the view is spectacular. The Old Courthouse is part of the National Park Service's Jefferson National Expansion Memorial, and in contrast with the straight skyscrapers that surround it, this classical building composes, with the arch in the background the best sight of town. Most of the museums in the city are world-class and free. Soulard is the pub district in Saint Louis, but there is free entertainment many nights of the week and all over the city, plus unique restaurants and bars with live music far into the night and live theatre and concert venues to entertain you, too. Saint Louis, Gateway to the West, offers visitors an all-American experience.

About the destination: Nashville is a city that belongs to the US state of Tennessee and is the administrative seat of Davidson County. This city is known worldwide as the "City of Music" because there is a big music industry, particularly in country music. If you love music you cannot forget to visit the great Grand Ole Opry is a perfectly designed theater where there are concerts every day. Here they have past stars like Dolly Parton. Furthermore it is known as "The Athens of the South", with its neoclassical architecture and its educational facilities. It is a city with a lively music scene. If you like culture, visit museums such as the Tennessee State Museum where you learn can learn all the story about this town or the Adventure Science Center, where you'll find everything about science. If you like natural parks and nature do not forget to visit the Opryland Hotel Gardens, a huge garden with all kinds of vegetation and which a river passes through, all within a glass dome. As for nightlife, Nashville is a lively city where there are many places to have fun and have a good time at night such as The Big Bang Dueling Pianos bar with a great music atmosphere or the Robert's Western World, a pub with western atmosphere. Undoubtedly, Nashville is the ideal city to come visit family and to have a great experience.

About the destination: Memphis is a city that belongs to the US state of Tennessee, is also the county seat of Shelby. The city lies between the Wolf and Mississippi rivers. Memphis is definitely one of the most known and most popular cities in the United States. For those who love music, Memphis is a mandatory city because it is the birthplace of some styles of music like blues, soul and rock and roll. In the legendary Sun Records some privileged voices such as Elvis Presley, Roy Orbinson, Jerry Lee himself Lewys or Johnny Cash recorded some of their albums. A popular tourist attraction is visiting the home of Graceland, which belonged to the King of Rock Elvis Presley. It is the second most visited home across the United States and there are several guided tours. For those who love basketball, Memphis is also a suitable city as it has basketball team in the NBA, the Memphis Grizzlies, and you can watch their games or make a tour in their stadium FedExForum with has a capacity for 18,119 people. But besides all this, in Memphis there are plenty of activities to do. Lovers of culture and art can visit museums such as the National Civil Rights Museum, where you can learn the history of this city and the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art where there are greatexhibitions every day. Memphis is also known for its good climate and its gastronomy, do not forget to try the barbecue ribs. Finally, it has a very raucous nightlife and is full of bars and pubs as the BB King's Blues Club.

About the destination: Clarksdale is a city in Coahoma County, Mississippi, United States, and seat of the county. The western boundary of the county is formed by the Mississippi River. Located in the Mississippi Delta region, Clarksdale is an agricultural and trading center. It has been home to many blues musicians. Clarksdale is named after John Clark, who founded the city in the mid-19th century.

About the destination: Jackson is the capital of the state of Mississippi. A place where the live music always finds home. There are big rodeos in the Dixie national competition. Visit the Myllene gardens, the Planetarium, the War memorial museum, the telecom center, the Mississippi museum of natural science, the Museum of Art and the Old and new State capitol. On the weekends you can always find live shows to attend. Jackson has a blossoming music scene, and various bars such as Martins, WC Dons, and Hal & Mal's often feature music.

About the destination: Natchez is the county seat and only city of Adams County, Mississippi, United States. Natchez has a total population of 15,792 (as of the 2010 census). Located on the Mississippi River across from Vidalia in Concordia Parish, Louisiana, Natchez is some 90 miles (140 km) southwest of Jackson, the capital of Mississippi, which is more in the center of the state. Because of the way the states are aligned, it is about 85 miles (137 km) north of Baton Rouge,[clarification needed] the capital of Louisiana, which is also located on the lower Mississippi River. Natchez is the 25th-largest city in the state. It is named for the Natchez tribe of Native Americans, who with their ancestors, inhabited much of the area since the 8th century CE and through the French colonial period

About the destination: New Orleans is a major United States port and the largest city and metropolitan area in the state of Louisiana. New Orleans is located in the Mississippi River Delta on the east and west banks of the Mississippi River and south of Lake Pontchartrain. The area along the river is characterized by ridges and hollows. Saint Louis Cemeteries, historic cemeteries constructed in the 18th century, are one of the most important sight of the city. Located in iconic Jackson Square we find St. Louis Cathedral. This national historic monument is the oldest continually operating cathedral in the country. One of the most famous neighbourhoods of America is New Orleans’s French Quarter. Enjoy the historical architecture, jazz clubs and restaurants that are affluent in the area. The French Quarter is also the hotspot of Mardi Gras celebrations. Mardi Gras is the city’s impressive carnival. Millions take part in the carnival and enjoy its parades and balls. New Orleans is one of the most unique cities in the United States. Louisiana’s Cajun, creole and African-American cultures have had a significant impact on the architecture, art, and music of New Orleans.