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Home to an impressive amount of world-class universities, serene small town life, up-and-coming cities and splendid nature, North Carolina has something for recent graduates, families and retirees.

From barrier islands that are only reachable by ferry to beach havens not far from New York City.

Surrounded by endless stretches of fertile farmland, this vibrant twin-city area blends small-town warmth with big-university energy.

Known as the ‘Bluegrass State,’ the Commonwealth of Kentucky (as it is officially known) is set in the Southern region of the United States.

Often called an ‘architectural museum’ thanks to all its beautiful old buildings, this is certainly a very charming city to amble around.

Surrounded by the sparkling waters of a Great Lake, this charming island feels like stepping back in time.

Beneath rolling hills lies a vast underground world filled with winding passageways, towering chambers, and hidden geological wonders.

America’s cities generally trend toward concrete and corporate gray, which makes these streets stand out like a neon sign in a library.

Nestled among the soaring Rocky Mountains, this lively college town is surrounded by some of the most spectacular scenery in the American West.

People often say that those living in California live in an entirely different reality. Well, San Francisco is a true testament to this.

Known for its caves and Corvettes, this vibrant university city offers far more than many visitors expect.

From Miami to Las Vegas, the city’s in the United States are the first destinations to pop into travellers’ heads.

Set along the rugged shores of Lake Superior, this charming lakeside city has long been a haven for nature lovers.

Widely considered to be one of the best places to live in the States, this beautiful city lies just to the east of Seattle, tucked away in between Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish.

Bordered by the Great Lakes and Canada to the north, the Appalachian Mountains to the east, and the Rocky Mountains and Great Plains to the west, much of the Midwest is characterized by endless plains.