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After visiting all 50 US states, I'm often asked which ones I'd recommend to travelers.
Emily Hart
Over the past decade, I've traveled solo to all 50 US states and most major US national parks.
Although I've found beauty in every state, there are some that I want to visit over and over again.
I love traveling to places like New Mexico, Montana, New Hampshire, and Arizona.
Over the past decade, I've successfully visited all 50 US states solo, and have even made it to most of the major US national parks along the way. Because of this journey, I'm often asked which states I'd recommend to travelers.
Although most international travelers gravitate toward states like Florida and New York, I've found fantastic beauty and history in every state.
However, these are the 10 I always return to.
New Mexico boasts a surprising variety of stunning landscapes.
Emily Hart
New Mexico is always at the top of my list of recommendations. Nicknamed "the land of enchantment," it lives up to its moniker — and then some.
Those who haven't visited New Mexico may think of the state as a mostly barren desert, but it's actually the diverse landscapes that keep me coming back.
From the otherworldly dunes of White Sands National Park to the snow-capped Sangre de Cristo Mountains, there's beauty to be found around every corner.
Outside the natural beauty, the state is chock full of history, art, food, wine, and culture.
California is full of diverse landscapes and experiences.
Emily Hart
Every time I visit California, I feel like I'm entering a completely different reality.
The sheer size and diversity of the state are impressive, and it has gorgeous beaches, cities, forests, deserts, mountains, and even volcanoes.
I love road-tripping up the coast, visiting Yosemite National Park, taking a boat to the Channel Islands, and wine tasting in places like Napa and Sonoma.
Montana is a must-visit state for any outdoor enthusiast.
Emily Hart
With its vast open spaces, majestic mountains, and endless opportunities for outdoor adventure, Montana is a must-visit state for any outdoor enthusiast.
The state is home to the breathtaking Glacier National Park and parts of Yellowstone National Park. The sky is vast and open, the mountains are towering, and the lack of development makes me feel like I'm entering another world entirely.
I've returned to West Virginia multiple times.
Emily Hart
Although it may not get as much attention as some of the other states on this list, I've returned to West Virginia multiple times since my first visit.
The state's natural beauty is stunning, from New River Gorge National Park to ample lush forests, underground caverns, historic small towns, and over 200 waterfalls.
Wisconsin is home to beautiful scenery and great dining options.
Emily Hart
Wisconsin has so much more than first meets the eye, from the natural beauty of the Apostle Islands and the 15,000 lakes in the state to the classic cheese curds, breweries, and wineries that dot the landscape.
I love spending time along the shores of Lake Michigan and Lake Superior, dining at one of the state's famous supper clubs, and exploring the many Wisconsin state parks.
There's no place quite like the Maine coast.
Emily Hart
There's so much to love about Maine, but my favorite part of the state is the coast. With jagged and dramatic cliffs, lighthouses, and lobster shacks, visiting the Maine coast is an unforgettable experience.
It's easy to find peace in the state that sees the first sunrise of the year and is home to Acadia National Park, which is one of the country's most-popular national parks.
I love to road trip up the coast, stopping in beautiful towns like Kennebunkport, Bar Harbour, and Lubec.
As my home state, Colorado will always hold a special place in my heart.
Emily Hart
I couldn't write a list like this without including my home state of Colorado. The state has so much to offer, from beautiful views to fun activities.
On the Front Range, I enjoy hiking in Boulder and exploring Cheyenne Cañon. I like to spend the night at the The Broadmoor hotel in Colorado Springs before heading over to Great Sand Dunes National Park.
In the Rockies, I love driving Independence Pass to Aspen, as well as exploring the underrated Grand Mesa, which is the biggest flat-top mountain in the world. I also enjoy taking road trips to the charming mountain towns of Telluride, Buena Vista, and Steamboat Springs.
No matter where you find yourself in Colorado, there's no shortage of incredible natural beauty and outdoor adventure.
New Hampshire boasts some of the best skiing and hiking in the Northeast.
Emily Hart
The Northeast is famous for its fall foliage, but I can't help but think that New Hampshire is sometimes overshadowed by its neighbors, Maine and Vermont.
I was stunned by its natural beauty during my first trip to the state. From the White Mountains to Franconia Notch State Park, the state boasts some of the best skiing and hiking in the Northeast.
Utah is home to five major national parks.
Emily Hart
Utah is a state that you have to see to believe. With five major national parks, 46 state parks, 15 ski resorts, and hidden gems at every turn — you'll never get bored here.
I love visiting Moab to hike in Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and Dead Horse Point State Park before heading south to Bryce Canyon National Park, Kodachrome Basin State Park, and Zion National Park.
I also like making stops in Park City and Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument.
Arizona is the perfect escape for adventure and relaxation.
Emily Hart
Arizona is well known for the Grand Canyon, but the state has much more to offer. From Flagstaff's high-altitude forests to Sedona's iconic red rocks, Arizona's diversity is surprising and worth a trip.
I love hiking among the cacti in Sedona or Scottsdale before heading to one of the many resorts to jump in a pool or hit the spa — the perfect escape for adventure and relaxation.
This story was originally published on April 5, 2024, and most recently updated on October 23, 2026.
Fincantieri, il Segretario ad interim della Marina statunitense in visita ai cantieri agli stabilimenti di Marinette e Sturgeon Bay
Fincantieri ha accolto nei giorni scorsi Hung Cao, Segretario ad interim della Marina statunitense, nei cantieri di Marinette e Sturgeon Bay, in Wisconsin. La visita è stata l’occasione per illustrare le capacità industriali del Gruppo negli Stati Uniti, le tecnologie avanzate integrate nei processi produttivi e il potenziale delle infrastrutture cantieristiche.
Nel corso della visita, Cao ha incontrato i vertici aziendali e i dipendenti del Gruppo. Alla delegazione hanno preso parte anche Russell Vought, Direttore dell’Office of Management and Budget (OMB), Stephen Carmel, Maritime Administration Administrator (MARAD), Jerry Hendrix, Associate Director for Shipbuilding dell’OMB, ed Eugenio Santagata, Direttore Generale della Divisione Navi Militari di Fincantieri.
“È stato un onore accogliere il Segretario Cao, presentargli le competenze delle nostre maestranze, illustrargli le tecnologie avanzate e i risultati degli investimenti che ci hanno consentito di accelerare i ritmi produttivi per rispondere alle esigenze della Marina statunitense”, ha dichiarato George Moutafis, CEO di Fincantieri Marine Group.“La presenza dei vertici dell’OMB e della MARAD ha rappresentato inoltre un’importante opportunità per valorizzare il potenziale di crescita del nostro sistema cantieristico in Wisconsin e il suo ruolo strategico nel rafforzamento della capacità industriale e navale degli Stati Uniti”, ha aggiunto Moutafis.
George Moutafis e Jan Allman, CEO di Fincantieri Marinette Marine, hanno illustrato alla delegazione i programmi di costruzione navale, gli investimenti realizzati e l’impegno di lungo periodo del Gruppo a sostegno della base industriale marittima statunitense. La visita ha rappresentato inoltre un’occasione per valorizzare le competenze e le capacità tecnologiche di Fincantieri, con particolare riferimento alla cantieristica digitale, alla robotica e alle tecnologie produttive avanzate.
La delegazione ha visitato entrambi gli stabilimenti, dove i dipendenti hanno mostrato le tecnologie, i processi produttivi e le soluzioni di automazione introdotte negli Stati Uniti da Fincantieri.“È sempre un piacere visitare i nostri cantieri e vedere le maestranze al lavoro”, ha dichiarato Hung Cao. “Sono loro la spina dorsale della cantieristica navale americana. La nostra Marina ha bisogno di un numero maggiore di professionisti qualificati come quelli che ho avuto l’opportunità di incontrare oggi, per continuare a essere la Marina più forte del mondo”.
A Marinette, la delegazione ha visitato la panel line automatizzata e assistito alle dimostrazioni delle maestranze sull’impiego dei respiratori elettroventilati a purificazione dell’aria (PAPR), dei robot collaborativi, i cosiddetti cobot, e degli strumenti di realtà aumentata e virtuale. Queste tecnologie vengono integrate nei processi produttivi con l’obiettivo di consentire al personale specializzato di operare in condizioni di maggiore sicurezza ed efficienza.
A Sturgeon Bay, la delegazione ha invece approfondito le capacità produttive del sistema cantieristico di Fincantieri in Wisconsin, che permette al Gruppo di incrementare i volumi produttivi e lavorare contemporaneamente alla costruzione di diverse classi di navi. Fincantieri Marinette Marine prevede inoltre di avviare a breve la costruzione delle nuove Landing Ship Medium (LSM), destinate alla Marina e al Corpo dei Marines degli Stati Uniti, a seguito delle negoziazioni con TOTE Services, responsabile della gestione del programma.
Ad aprile, la Marina statunitense aveva assegnato a Fincantieri un primo ordine da 30 milioni di dollari per l’approvvigionamento dei materiali critici del programma Landing Ship Medium. La Marina ha individuato nei cantieri del Gruppo in Wisconsin il polo industriale per le attività del programma, che riguardano quattro unità della nuova classe.
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