State Profiles ARKANSAS The Natural State
State Information: Arkansas Tourism • 001 501 682 7777 •
www.Arkansas.com • Population: 2,889,450 • State Capital/Largest City: Little Rock • Local time: CST – 6 hrs behind the UK • Weather: Arkansas’s climate is temperate most of the year, especially in spring and fall. Winter days are often sunny and mild • National/State Parks: 59 • International Gateways: Atlanta and Dallas/Fort Worth
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ecognised for its extraordinary natural beauty, Arkansas is known
as 'The Natural State'. Arkansas’s 52 State Parks are a great
place to start. At most parks you can hike the trails, picnic, and go exploring all for free. Campsites, lodge rooms and cabins are also available in most of the parks for moderate sums. In Little Rock, a must-see is the Clinton Presidential Library, in the downtown River Market District. The Ozarks feature quaint, cosy towns, including Eureka Springs. A vibrant arts colony, the downtown historic shopping district, and an eclectic array of attractions make it a popular destination. In Hot Springs, visit the USA’s oldest national park, sample the famous thermal waters, and visit museums and shops. The Arkansas Delta features some of the most historic areas. Travel the Rock ‘N’ Roll Highway 67 and The Great River Road.
Whitaker Point in Arkansas CALIFORNIA The Golden State
State Information: Visit California • 020 7257 6180 •
www.visitcalifornia.co.uk • Population: 37,691,912 • State Capital: Sacramento • Largest City: Los Angeles • Local Time: 8 hrs behind UK • Warm dry summers, hotter inland. Mountain snow in winter, warm/sunny in the south • National/State Parks: 25 national / 279 state • International Gateways: Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego
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hile California might be better known for the dazzling lights,
STATE SECRET: The Crater of Diamonds State Park is the only place in North America where you can dig for diamonds and keep what you find.
www.craterofdiamondsstatepark.com
DON'T MISS: Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville opened Nov. 2011. The collection tells the unfolding story of the U.S. through great works of visual art.
cultural delights and iconic sights of its three gateway cities, a whole world lies beyond waiting to be discovered. Who knew that there was an active volcano in California in the Shasta Cascade region, a ski season that can run into July in Lake Tahoe and Mammoth and a desert where the rocks appear to move by themselves in Death Valley? While these geological extremes might require a taste for adventure, those looking for a true taste of California can visit the winelands scattered across the state from Temecula in the South along the coast and inland to Lodi and Amador around Sacramento; or explore the Central Valley with its miles of farms and orchards, vibrant with blossom in the Spring, and home to some low key towns in which visitors can discover a piece of California just for themselves.
Joshua Tree National Park
STATE SECRET: The Channel Islands, located off the coast of Santa Barbara, are know as the ‘Californian Galapagos’ thanks to the many unique species of plants and animals that can be found there.
DON'T MISS: The Coachella Valley Music Festival in Indio has cemented its place on a world stage and now takes place over two weekends in April – in 2013, 12-14th and 19-21st.
COLORADO The Centennial State
State Information: Colorado Tourism Office • 08456 020 574 •
www.colorado.com • Population: 5,029,196 • State Capital/ Largest City: Denver • Local Time: MST – 7 hrs behind UK • Weather: Average of 300 sunny days with warm dry summers (av high 77 °F (25˚C), crisp sunny springs, colourful Fall foliage, mountain snow • National/State Parks: 52 • Int'l Gateway: Denver
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olorado invites you to come and be captivated by the natural
splendour found throughout its 4 National Parks, 6 National Monuments, 40 State Parks and 15 National Forests. In winter head to one of the state’s 26 world class ski resorts. With soaring peaks, thrashing rivers,
peaceful lakes and fantastic cities, Colorado has something for everyone, all set against the stunning backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the range of activities such as hiking, biking and rafting or for life at a slower pace, Colorado is world renowned for its cuisine and breweries. Cosmopolitan areas such as Denver and Colorado Springs offer a vibrant side to the Centennial state with cities deep in culture, history, shopping and style. Fancy being a real cowboy? Colorado’s Wild West heritage makes it a perfect place for ranching holidays.
Colorado's National Monument
CONNECTICUT The Constitution State
State Information: Connecticut Office of Tourism • 001 860 256 2800 •
www.CTvisit.com • Population: 3,518,288 • State Capital: Hartford • Largest City: Bridgeport • Local Time: EST – 5 hrs behind the UK • Weather: Mild – coldest 35/18°F • (2/-8°C), warmest 84/63°F (29/17°C) • National/State Parks: 139 • International Gateways: New York and Boston
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ithin its compact borders, Connecticut has forested hills,
new urban skylines, shoreline beaches, white steeple Colonial churches, and historic village greens. There are classic Ivy League schools, modern expressways, great corporate offices, and small farms. Connecticut is a thriving centre of business, as well as a holiday destination. Among the most popular attractions
STATE SECRET: No other canyon in North America combines the narrow opening, sheer walls and depths of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison. Up to 2,700ft deep and less than 1,100ft across it offers awe-inspiring views.
DON'T MISS: Transporting you back to the romantic era of steam, the Durango to Silverton Railroad takes passengers through pristine, untouched scenery.
are Mystic Seaport and Mystic Aquarium, two of the world’s largest casinos and the homes of Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe in Hartford. With its wealth of open land,
Connecticut’s scenery is some of New England’s most beautiful. Its scores of pretty Colonial villages are filled with historic homes and landmarks. There are public golf courses, boating, fishing and swimming everywhere. Connecticut also offers plenty of cultural attractions.
The Connecticut Science Center
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STATE SECRET: Connecticut's Thimble Islands is an archipelago consisting of several small islands in Long Island Sound, located in and around the harbour of Stony Creek.
DON'T MISS: Located in Hartford, the Connecticut Science Center is designed for people of all ages. Take a sightseeing journey on the Essex Steam Train and Riverboat in Essex.
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