New Zealand Family React to The TOP 25 Places To Visit In The USA (NUMBER 1 IS UNBELIEVABLE)

[@kelleybrown840]

Nadine, he definitely spelled Yellowstone wrong 🤣

[@wishwise0]

Indeed, and it's Pike Place, not Pikes Place.

[@johnhipp604]

What is her name with the pink shirt and black shorts

[@kelleybrown840]

@@johnhipp604 the daughters name is Atlanta

[@HurleyChance]

@@wishwise0Thank you! I wanted to say the same thing.

[@bretkaiser7355]

Also, Yellowstone was so beautiful it inspired Teddy Roosevelt to create the National Park Service to preserve such wonders. He *influenced* a railroad to build a line there and put up a hotel for tourists to promote the park and the program. The National Park Service survives to this day. Thanks, Teddo.

[@angermisery]

That would be Yosemite, I believe.

[@tylerwiest7274]

That's Yosemite

[@Armyaunt73]

I live in Massachusetts & my brother moved to Arizona, I decided to road trip to see him. I stopped in North Carolina to see/pick up my nephew who's in the Army. We took 5 days to get to AZ & just stopped at all the wonderful sights. It was a magical trip that was filled with so many memories

[@jackwalker9492]

I did the same between enlistments (and yep, Fort Bragg was one place I was stationed). Vermont to Fort Carson, to Northern CA, down the coast to AZ and back before my re-enlistment. Mostly slept outside and linked up with my Army buddies and family in a couple spots! Glad you and he got that trip in!

[@David_F97]

Hello hello mass resident.

[@aidanwhittier5187]

Massachusetts has urban and rural. Out west, it’s similar to Vermont: tons of colors in the fall, tall mountains, and amazing views. Boston is such an underrated city. I truly hope they don’t skip Massachusetts!

[@jackwalker9492]

@@aidanwhittier5187 I am from Vermont and I approve this message LOL

[@seanhunter4297]

Julie Sclock Thank you for doing that for your nephew 🤩

[@kingcarlos7048]

13:34 I used to go camping in those sand dunes almost every weekend in the summers when I was in university nearby

[@tammyparsons5656]

Kentucky and Ohio have some really cool cave tours also. 😊

[@occheermommy]

Also Carlsbad caverns are supposed to be amazing

[@dayxah]

​@@occheermommy I went there when I was about 9. It was so amazing I was stunned. I couldn't believe how beautiful it was there.

[@agatehuntress499]

That lighthouse during the Oregon portion is Heceta Head Lighthouse in Florence, Oregon. I live about fifteen minutes away in Mapelton in the rainforest.

[@Kno_Buddy]

We have the oldest tree on record as well. It’s called Methuselah and it’s over 4,000 years old.

[@lukepacheco-d9l]

If you go to Lake Tahoe in the winter there is world-class skiing in the resorts surrounding the lake with great skiing and views but in the winter the drive to Lake Tahoe can get long and hard because of snow the drive to lake Tahoe from San Fransisco can take up to 8 hours in the winter but when your there is great skiing and views of the lake it worth it but it can get really cold

[@wavetranquility4243]

So many places did not make his list, and so many places to see America’s diverse beauty! It would be so cool to see other America top 10s or top 25s reviewed by your family! ❤🇺🇸🇳🇿

[@lefty3141591]

I was thinking that some of my favorite places were not mentioned, but these are without a doubt amazing spots.

[@sophiadoane5253]

I'm kinda sad the video didn't mention Michigan. I feel like sometimes it gets overlooked despite it looking like a literal mitten or hand✋. In Michigan, there is Sleepy Bear Dunes. My family has gone to Frankfort to visit Lake Michigan and Sleepy Bear Dunes. It's incredible. There is also of course the Great Lakes to visit. You can remember them with HOMES; Huron, Ontario, Michigan, Erie, Superior. There is also the Mackinac Bridge and the Henry Ford museum, along with the Detroit Zoo. They are all great places to visit. Okay, just had to throw it out there.

[@kylemichael9647]

Would be nice to see a video of all the beautiful places in New Zealand! Just a suggestion :)

[@LindaC616]

Seconding this!

[@amberpeterson7016]

I agree!

[@JoeMama410]

I’ve seen the Lord of the Rings😉

[@kylemichael9647]

@@JoeMama410 I haven't. For obvious reasons 😂 jk

[@bassistmeg80]

I agree

[@skultat]

So many states were skipped that have such beautiful places... Tennessee, Kentucky, Texas, Carolinas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Virginia to name just a few. Almost every state has their own beautiful, unique spots.

[@Bradleehage]

Minnesota too with the great lakes also wisconsion amd michigan

[@marcotoni231]

He’s probably a liberal lol. Cuz let’s be serious ny smells like piss. 😂 that’s where he lost me

[@bob20011]

yeah pretty easy to tell this list was made by someone who lived on the west coast their whole lives lol.

[@justinhammond5730]

Been all over this country. Tennessee has some of the most beautiful landscape I've ever seen

[@SweetThing]

Texas... not really.

[@johnroberts2444]

Happy Easter New Zealand Family! 😊🐣🐇🌺🌷💐🙏🏻🕊

[@lawrenceshdow]

One of the most sneakily amazing things I experienced in the USA was the BWCA in northern Minnesota. Went days without seeing another human; and it was the most incredibly beautiful scenery. We saw moose and bears, heard wolves and loons, saw a million animals and caught all sorts of fresh water fish. So much fun; unspoiled; unmarked nature but was still much more hospitable than other very remote places. Lots of folks still had guides from my understanding because getting lost is very possible.

[@ktwhimsy6946]

Ooooooh that sounds amazing! Especially the bit about going days without seeing another human 😅 as a native Oregonian from Portland… I can only dream 💓

[@joanna400]

I am shocked the badlands of North and South Dakota didn't make the cut. But I know there's so many cool places that don't - I lived in Wisconsin and the coasts along the great lakes there and in Michigan should be seen too. There's just so much beauty here, it's hard to make a concise list.

[@PatriotFlames]

I would start by eliminating the big cities but I'm not a city person

[@HawkGirl69]

I would have thrown out NYC from this list lol full of crime and filth

[@jimsteele9261]

I remember standing on the shore of Lake Superior in the UP, looking out over the lake and thinking there was nothing between me and the north pole. :-) Not true, of course, but it looks that way.

[@billscnb]

The badlands go a lot further south than the Dakotas. They go through Nebraska, Wyoming, and Kansas

[@aaronthesaxman660]

I visited Badlands for the first time ever 6 months ago and it was incredible!! Loved it.

[@Jester365]

Hello you wonderful people! I grew up on the Monterey Peninsula near Big Sur and now I am in Bend, Oregon. Both are beautiful places.

[@robnsusan2000]

The landscapes he didn’t mention is the national grasslands of north Texas, the badlands which is a moon like surface ( very strange) the swamps of Louisiana or Everglades in Florida, and the mountains of Appalachia, and that doesn’t complete the list either. There are so many diverse landscapes in the US. My wife and I are driving from North Carolina out to the 4 corner states and will spend a couple weeks on holiday in the south western part of the US. Welcome, I really hope your trip is amazing and you both enjoy as well as make some great content to share with your NZ family.

[@LordFiercelove1]

The coasts are the best and there a few things in the middle worth seeing.

[@gardenalways]

There are a bazillion scenic places in the US. That's only the beginning! Every state has its own special type of landscape and unique features. Some well-known, some not so well known but just as beautiful and intriguing. Sometimes you find the coolest places and the nicest people on the roads less traveled and away from the cities. I can't wait to see your reactions when you come here and experience our country in person.

[@PatriotFlames]

I say visit NYC via Google maps then visit the good places in person.

[@martyklestadt6766]

Yes! This video they watched only covered the West Coast, the Southwest, and New York City and New England, but there are plenty more awesome things to see in other parts of the U.S.

[@katw3070]

@@martyklestadt6766 Exactly. Where were our beautiful southern states? (Florida is another topic).

[@CraigBozart]

Hello, just found you guy a few days ago,love your channel. I live in NW Oregon which I have been told is alot like New Zealand. My Wife and I have talked to alot of your fellow Country men very nice people indeed. Look forword to more from you all. Craig & Marie

[@arlenefisher1164]

The season you visit is also, in my opinion, important. Late spring or early fall eliminates the hot summers and really cold winters.

[@forevermusicash]

So you're basically saying they shouldn't come to Florida. lol

[@heatheranderson2869]

Sorry If I were them I would not visit Florida in the Summer, same with the southwest. Save those places for Winter fall or spring.

[@Mane_37]

The Grand Canyon is by FAR the coolest thing in America. I want to visit so bad. There are many awesome national parks as well.

[@CowboynLilbits]

You guys could always come to America, buy an RV and travel the country. Home school and make YT videos to pay for it all. Happy Easter!!! 🐰🐇

[@ibuguru]

You only have a max of 90 days on visa waiver for tourism. Work of any kind is absolutely forbidden, so take your pics & videos, edit them back home & then post or you get hit with US income taxes & a visa violation which can permanently ban you from US! US taxes payable on WORLDWIDE INCOME, including what you earn in NZ. Do NOT mess with IRS!

[@sallystark1032]

​@@ibuguru US income tax on worldwide income only applies if you are a US citizen and lived in the US for more then half the year.

[@ibuguru]

@@sallystark1032 False. "US persons" - not just US citizens - are taxed on worldwide income even if they never set foot in US. MIGHT be eligible for Foreign Earned Income Exclusion (FEIC) IF lived outside US for the entire fiscal/calendar year, or legally resident in foreign country. Consult your tax attorney - ONLY one experienced with this complicated issue!

[@defiant9809]

If you drive 101 through Oregon. You have too make sure, you stop at 48 flavors Ice Cream shop. Just on the north end of Florence OR. They make all their Ice Cream in house. I recommend the blueberry cheesecake & raspberry cheesecake Ice Cream. On one of their hand made waffle cones. Another good stop is the cheese factory down in Tilikum. the Cheese curds are the best I have ever ate.

[@Momspennies2]

So happy to see you guys planning where to visit here in the USA. Sad to say that most Americans never get to see these places unless they live there. It took me moving overseas to realize how beautiful, how green, how expansive this country is and I couldn't wait to get back home. This country is in the fight of its life right now and I hope we can ALL appreciate this gift from God. ❤❤

[@leslieallen7070]

Then do something about it,stop being owned by politicians.

[@toemblem]

Agreed, there a bunch of fools being led astray by FNC et al. But our God is a powerful God. We've arrested the evil trump and once he is jailed, we can begin to heal.

[@ktkacer1039]

@@leslieallen7070 More like stop permitting politicians to be 'owned' by the uber wealthy... but roughly the same thing... just stated 2 different ways.

[@mikkopyykk]

One of the prettiest places I have ever been to was Glacier National Park in Montana. Also by the sand dunes in Idaho is Shoshone Falls (known as the Niagra of the west) and it is the craziest water fall I have ever seen. There is so much to see in the USA from Iconic Natural Landmarks (like Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon), the big cities have their own culture and great things to do, and even the cozy little towns and villages through out the country offer great things to see. No matter where you go I am sure you will have an amazing time and see so much beauty and history in this great country.

[@mayamelina6]

You guys should do a video on best cities to visit in each region. I may be biased, but Charleston, SC really is a great place for history, food, and an overall fun time.

[@katw3070]

I agree! There are many great places to visit in our southern states.

[@rayvanhorn1534]

Yep, agreed...I love Savannah & Charleston!

[@carolinelawson9981]

Charleston and Savannah are two of my favorite cities that I've visited.

[@Indigo_moon]

The Oregon Coast is also known for their dunes, covered bridges, & lighthouses. And I mentioned in the last video you watched like this that I was surprised they didn't list Lake Tahoe/Sand Harbor, Yosemite, or the Redwoods. So I'm glad to see it listed here bedside they are truely spectacular. My Aunt was an international flight attendant for 50 years and she's been all over the world. She said Tahoe was the most beautiful place she's ever been. Thx for the video!.

[@handmeadozenbeers8655]

Ever since I was little I always wanted to go to lake Tahoe. Finally went to lake Tahoe this past January and it was more than I thought it would be. I've been told it's even more beautiful in the summer. Can't wait to go back

[@christophercisneros5548]

Washington features more city areas. You should definitely look into Olympia national park you can so high up that there is a glacier that formed in a pool of surrounding mountains.

[@kimkathrein2463]

I’m so excited for your family to visit the US. I’m in Oregon so I have biased opinions, of course, to it being one of the most beautiful places to visit! We have Beach, mountains, volcanic fields, canyons, deserts and valleys all in one state! Can’t wait to see your videos from your trip. And yes, I believe he misspelled Yellowstone. 😂. Seemed like he was missing the w. Good catch!

[@kevinfleming9919]

Nadine said she wants to go to the Salt Flats, so here's a bit of trivia for your trip about it! The scene in "Independence Day" where Will Smith is dragging the Alien across the Salt Flats and talking, then suddenly yells out "And what the Hell is that smell?!" makes people think it's part of his lines and he's talking about the Alien, but in reality it was unscripted! As he was dragging the parachute with the Alien in it, it was digging into the salt and released the rotten smell of the decaying Brine Shrimp in it! The Director knew it would happen but didn't warn Will to see how and if he would react to it, and he obviously did! lol! So, be aware that as you drive/walk across the Bonneville Salt Flats you may come across an odor if you disturb the Salt down to the moist layer! 🤢😂

[@throughthoroughthought8064]

I did not know that. How often do they have "cars" there trying to break speed records?

[@kevinfleming9919]

@@throughthoroughthought8064 Mostly around the end of August for a few days at a time, and parts of September. The area that's used for the high top speed trials "usually" isn't too bad smelling depending on the weather they've had leading up to it. Rain will put in moisture (of course!) and cause bacteria to grow till it dries up and cause a sulfer/dead fish ocean smell, but the land speed record area has been packed down from use so much it doesn't release a lot of odor, or at least not as much as other areas that are lower elevation and hold more water when it rains and from groundwater seepage.

[@tanyarobinson1146]

Iots of movies film there.

[@katherineschuette2361]

I've been to Kauai on the Napali Coast and honestly of everywhere I've been in the US that sticks out to me the most. Mind blowing. Grand Canyon is also iconic. You truly can't go wrong though. Have fun!

[@kathrynsmigel4530]

I always love your excitement for our u.s. your knowledge is phenomenal. I look forward to your 'take' on all that you will see.. I know that you will truly be blown away!!.

[@brentonholbrook6928]

Come to Michigan and see the Mackinac Straits and the Mackinac Bridge, which was once the longest suspension bridge in the world at 5 miles (8 km) long. Colonial Fort Michilimackinac is awesome to see. So much stuff to see in Michigan!

[@Jess-zs1xp]

I second this!

[@jimsteele9261]

Another Michigander here.... I third this,

[@gsietsema]

Michigan is amazing. Sleeping Bear, Pictured Rocks, and so much more.

[@cooperhilinsky6361]

Yes Nadine, he did misspell Yellowstone! As a lifelong New Englander, we’d love it if you visited us here❤! Depending on when you come, I’d love to take y’all to Fenway Park or Gillette Stadium for a game. My treat! Keep us updated on your travel plans. I’m sure I’m not alone in wanting to give you a tour of our home states.

[@LizJasonHEA]

Edited to add a comment. This video does cover a lot of territory mostly natural and he does a very good job of describing the positives. For some strange reason though, the most popular videos ,the ones that are most often reacted to about the USA are heavily West and West Coast. Every now and then they'll throw in some Florida or New England, but they never talk about the beauty of the South or mid west, Great Lakes etc. . I can't help but wonder if these bloggers have something against coming to the South or flyover states. There's some absolutely gorgeous places to visit beginning with the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the surrounding areas 8n TN, NC, VA, KY or, the beaches of the East Coast especially Carolina beaches . I guess most people are a little bit familiar with Florida but if you haven't studied the Florida panhandle and Gulf Coast beaches are the prettiest. My home state of Tennessee not only has the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains in the east but the state has some of the largest cave systems in the world and some beautiful lakes and rivers set deep between the high rolling hills. If you like fishing camping and boating it's the place to be. Then there's beauty to be found in Alabama Georgia Mississippi. People know a little more about Southern Louisiana but all three of those States have beautiful beaches on the Gulf of Mexico as well as Forest Hills caves etc. I have searched the internet and I cannot find videos exclusively about the natural beauty of the South. There are lots of videos about how to do a road trip to the South and they mentioned some of the beautiful places but they're more heavily focus on the history and the cities of the South rather than the natural beauty. I do strongly recommend that you check out some videos about visiting the South before planning your trip.

[@lisawilham-pepper]

Mammoth Cave in Kentucky has the biggest cave system and it is truly amazing. There are areas that have still not been fully explored and it wouldn't shock me in the least if parts connected with Tennessee. Like Tennessee, there is so much diversity in Kentucky but rarely do you see bloggers talk about it.

[@katw3070]

Yes! I thought the same. Obviously, his focus is only on places HE has been. Our Southern states are beautiful and should not be overlooked.

[@bigbcor]

beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Perhaps what you think is beautiful he does not….

[@GrammaNay]

As a native Oregonian, I'm of course partial to the Oregon sites. There are so many beautiful spots to stop & enjoy on Interstate 101 (Coast Highway) My favorite is Cape Purgatory. There are hiking trails and steps down to the water area where you can see, and feel, the water come in! So awe inspiring!!! I do agree with Nat, that the Northern Lights should be on everyone's bucket list!!!

[@diannesievers7075]

I was born and raised in Boston, then lived in San Francisco for over 10 years, then moved to San Diego for a few years. Then I moved to Denver Colorado for 3 years. Now that I’m retired, we settled here in Phoenix Arizona. I didn’t really appreciate how fortunate I was with my travels and living locations until I came across your KZbin channel. Thank you all for reminding me of how amazing this country is. ❤️❤️❤️ I can’t wait to see and here about your trip here!

[@toemblem]

San Diegan here. We'll see you this summer at the beach. All of our Zonie friends come for a visit in the summer to escape the hellscape of Phoenix.

[@StripedJacket]

San Diego is the best! post-Covid we have to hopefully fix our homeless problem that’s been getting worse

[@toemblem]

@StripedJacket make no mistake, we don't have a homeless problem. We have a drug problem.

[@StripedJacket]

@@toemblem it’s so wild and we can’t do anything about it yet we spend so much of our taxes on programs where we have no idea where the money went

[@toemblem]

@StripedJacket I think a good first step is identifying it as a drug problem. Most of these people are choosing to live on the street and use opioids.

[@ittybitty304]

I love listening to all of you love on my country! I'm from Oregon (but now live in Idaho) and there's so much more to see than what he showed. Every state has it's special features, you will love all of it when you visit. I've been to almost every state, including Alaska and Hawaii.

[@SaidiLouise]

We are so excited to have you all here!!! The USA cannot wait to welcome you!!!

[@lookatchu6523]

Oregonian here, love your videos. I am excited that your family is going to come to America and see the features, culture, and (hopefully) the hospitality. I have been to every state except 9 and have been to many other countries. I love travelling and wish your family the best during your visit. Safe travels.

[@RockyNikolashin]

I grew up in Northern California in the Monterey Bay area, Santa Cruz to be precise, so Big Sur, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite, Golden Gate Bridge, and the scenic Highway 1 drive are some of my favorite stomping grounds. It's fun to see your family wear Santa Cruz merch. That logo has expanded it's territory to all over the world now, but it was just a local symbol when I was growing up.

[@TheCeilingIsLava]

Glad to see you’re excited to visit Oregon. The coast and Columbia gorge in particular are gorgeous. Ecola State Park to walk in the footsteps of the Goonies when they were following the treasure map. Safe travels!

[@melaniedejonge5234]

I’m so stoked you guys recognized Lake Tahoe, one of my favorite places on earth! I grew up about three hours away, we used to come up every summer. And in fact, I am randomly here right now! Just got into town about an hour and a half ago!! 😊♥️🎉

[@hlou3215]

Yosemite National Park is incredible and I highly recommend going there. I visited for the first time this year in March and I think it is now my favorite National Park in the US. Tunnel View is breathtaking as you can see Half Dome, El Capitan, and all the amazing sights from one location.

[@MA-jd4ui]

May God-bless you and your family on this wonderful Easter day With lots of love from me and my wife in California

[@stevealbright6316]

Y'all are the sweetest family my wife and I love your videos so glad y'all are coming to America, hope your visit is everything you want it to be!

[@kimberlyarmstrong2929]

Yes, he spelled Yellowstone wrong. We have driven the Oregon/California coast and it is beautiful. The redwoods are definitely a sight to see. One of my favorite spots along the coast is Big Sur. I am disappointed that he never mentioned the Grand Canyon (the most spectacular place I have ever seen) or Glacier National Park. East coast autumns are also truly a sight to behold. I wish you great luck in your decisions for your upcoming trip.

[@Cricket2731]

I never got to see some of these until I was a truck driver. Multnomah Falls & Devil's Tower were exceptionally memorable. Gotta remember, tho--the US covers a LOT of real estate! The US is one of the largest countries on the planet. No quick trips from NYC to Hollywood!

[@jerryglantz1630]

I have to say growing up in NY I came to appreciate Broadway, The Statue of Liberty, The Museum of Natural History, The Hayden Planetarium , The Museum of Modern Art, The Guggenheim, Yankee Stadium and so much more. I now live in South Florida, also known as paradise. If you can, NY should be number one on your list of destinations. The cultural aspects for the kids is unmatched.

[@zachmunna7228]

agreed

[@actippets2307]

I'm really partial to California/Oregon for all outdoorsy type of people. You could get lost in awesomeness by a coastal drive on the Hiway#1/#101 from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk up to Crater Lake and over into Ocean Shores WA. Following along the Oregon Trail, visit the Last Blockbuster Video, and swing over to Las Vegas and Hoover Dam to Arizona and through to the OK Corral in Tombstone. I have many favorites, but that little bit you can take a couple weeks right there.

[@Mikerochip1]

I love that you will be coming to the US. Keep in mind that America is 4,466 km east to west (between New York and Las Angeles). And it is 2,500 km from north to south. America is vast! It took me 4 days to drive from San Diego, California to Indianapolis, Indiana driving 8 hours a day. Getting a snapshot of the United States in one trip would be almost impossible. You would need to spend months to visit every place in this video. You will want to come back again and again to see it all. We welcome you.

[@Poundcakebowler]

I think they should visit a few spots in Indiana

[@scottvanhille5688]

Hawaii is such a beautiful state, I've been there twice and enjoyed it immensely. Yosemite National Park is a must, it's perfect for tourism and camping; El Capitan, Half Dome, any of the falls and just plain hiking is worth the trip. There is so much to do there since they have a few main entrances; the southern entrance has these wonderful growths called snow plants that are really pretty. I've talked to people from all over the world when I took the John Muir Trail to hike up towards Half Dome. Enjoy the U.S. and take plenty of photos, videos, souvenirs, etc. when you come this year :D

[@thumper7047]

When we retire, or if you are just independently wealthy, you live in a motorhome and stay on the move and probably still never see everything. (Would need a passport to get to Alaska through Canada, but not that hard). The road to Alaska was a dirt road not all that long ago.

[@BlenderWeasel]

You should visit Glacier National Park, it’s amazingly beautiful!! I once camped at Two Medicine Campground, and when you get up early in the morning, there was this mountain called Rising Wolf Mountain, and the way the sun hit it in the morning was absolutely breathtaking!!!!

[@BlenderWeasel]

Also whilst I was hiking with a group of people who shall remain anonymous, we saw a female moose, about 10-15 feet (3-4 meters)!!!! Thankfully she didn’t charge.

[@jenniferlavigne4958]

Another wonderful National Park to see is the Pictured Rock National Lakeshore along Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We also have right by it Kitch-iti-kipi (Big Springs), plus Mackinac Island which is a whole different experience. We get visitors from all over the world that come and visit.

[@jimsteele9261]

The Pictured Rocks cruise boat from Munising is a great trip

[@beckers68]

Love the suggestion to see the top best places to visit in New Zealand! I want to go there someday A LOT! Great video guys!

[@Blend-24]

I have been to a lot of those places. My FAVORITE ones are the Arizona National parks. There are many National Monuments too in AZ you may want to see. Many have ancient Native American ruins that are nothing less than spectacular.

[@flyonthewindshield3653]

I live on Vinalhaven island off the coast of Rockland Maine....Have been to the Pacific Northwest, Lived in Lacey Wa. just south of Seattle, Lived in Milwaukee Oregon just south of Portland.... by far the most beautiful in all of the US.... but Maine is forever home and most beautiful to me.

[@dwood21851]

i did alot of that trip during covid. i bought a travel trailer and took my mom and her boyfriend. we live in NY and took the northern route to S. Dakota, and Wyoming. i could spend months there its just so beautiful. then headed to Idaho through utah into Nevada(lake tahoe) California was on fire and smoke was heading our way so we didnt stay to long. after Nevada we started heading back east through Arizona(grand canyon) New Mexico and so on. the U.S. really is beautiful but i will say that every time i leave, no matter where i go, coming back to NY and seeing that skyline is always my favorite. when you guys come here i really do recommend just renting a RV. you will do and see so much more. when you stay in hotels you waste so much time doing nothing. in a RV you will see so much more just on your down time driving and you can choose to stay or leave a place.thats what we did. we didnt really make any definite destinations. we had the big ones we wanted to see but in between we just found BLM which is public land in America managed by the Bureau of Land Management that you can camp at for free. we found this place totally of the grid one night. when we woke up we where totally surounded by bison. just increadible

[@davidissel7980]

I've hiked to the top of the Half Dome--It was amazing! We started before dawn and ended back at the car after sunset. I carried over a gallon of water in a back pack and drank it all. You need to register to hike to the actual top of the dome... this is to prevent over crowding. There are lots of other hikes in Yosemite, so if you can't get a ticket for Half Dome, you'll still have an amazing time there.

[@faithrenewed3443]

As a native Idahoan I can tell you Idaho is one of the most geographic diverse states in the union. You can go from beautiful deserts to dense forrest in a couple hours drive. Idaho is an outdoor enthusiasts dream. Great video fam!!!

[@chrisinidaho4569]

Just don't move here...we're full.

[@Americanp8riot83]

​@Chris in Idaho so is Florida. Lol

[@danielfolker9041]

This description is like every state west of the great plains.

[@Mussinsky1839]

I lived in Rexburg for a couple months, along with frequent annual visits from Utah. The dunes are an amazing place. From the Rexburg area, the Teton Mountains are visible. In my personal opinion, the national park is very overrated, because the best view of the mountains is the one in Idaho, by far.

[@ΒΞΔΝ]

@@chrisinidaho4569 I don't think you have to worry about that lmao.

[@Slipshodbug]

I have been to many of these places, but Acadia (near Bar Harbor) in Maine is by far my favorite. If you ever venture to Bar Harbor definitely do Cadillac Mountain at sunrise; you will be the first on the continental US to see the sunrise! Make sure you get there very early for parking. Thunder Hole is also neat to see in Acadia, but it is at its finest right before a storm, otherwise it isn't as impressive.

[@hkjuhucampbell4005]

In my home state of Texas, we have the second largest Canyon in the USA. Palo Duro Canyon and nearby is the Canyon Museum that tells the history of the Texas panhandle with dinosaurs and oil wells.

[@nancybrown4041]

Nearby is Caprock Canyon. The state's bison herd lives there.

[@mollythompson6409]

There is no way I would walk that close to the edge of a cliff.

[@averagejoe845]

My wife and I are going for the first time to Yosemite National Park this summer. As excited as we are to see the park, we are just as excited to see the red woods and sequoias relatively near the park.

[@belinda35]

With as much as they were in the west, I'm surprised they didn't mention the Geand Canyon. So surreal and beautiful.

[@gaileverett]

I know!!

[@WyattRyeSway]

Yeah, it’s as though the guy who made the original video had only been to the two coasts. I mean….WTH?!

[@katw3070]

@@WyattRyeSway Exactly!

[@KD-wi1zl]

When I was in my early 20s I toured the continental US with 3 of my friends. Our trip started and ended in western PA. We traveled west across the northern states, down the west coast and returned east across the southern states. We put over 10,000 miles on my car in 5 weeks visiting all the major national parks. While camping on the Washington coast we met 2 guys who were taking the same trip by bicycle. They started their trip in central N.Y.

[@occheermommy]

That’s amazing. Where at in Western PA. My family is from New Castle outside Pittsburgh.

[@KD-wi1zl]

@@occheermommy Oil City. That trip changed my life, I left Oil City later that year. There was a whole country to explore.

[@annmarielance4838]

I'd love for you all to visit Hot Springs, AR!!! Let me know if you do! Originally I lived in NJ and spent majority of my time in NYC. I moved to Hot Springs, AR just over 3 years ago and absolutely love it!!

[@biggwooty]

I live in Maine, very very beautiful and fun in the summertime. highly recommend but only in summer lol

[@honeybeastie1]

We lived in Los Angeles, when I was in high school, and we would make two trips to Yosemite each year; one in the spring - when the snows were melting and feeding the falls and Merced river. And once each fall to see the trees turn. We would stay at a small hotel just outside the park and drive in each morning, to spend the day. We rented bikes and rode through the valley. Our hotel was right on the Merced river and that's what you heard going to sleep.🥰👍💯😁

[@butch7376]

I was born and raised in Vermont and it is a beautiful state to visit, the fall is the best time, but it is beautiful during every season. Ben and Jerrys is the main tour you need to take, and get all the Maple Syrup and candies we have here, be the best you could ever have. Should do a New England trip, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts, you wouldn't be disappointed. Love watching your videos and reactions, make me more interested in New Zealand myself. If you do go to Vermont and want someone to go around and help you guys, because even though people in Vermont are generous and nice, there are a lot lately that seem to have bad days a lot and are enthusiastic, but if you have someone that knows how to talk to them in our Vermont accent lol, I'm willing to do so.

[@hkjuhucampbell4005]

If you go to California, go to San Diego for the Zoo and the Naval Base. It would take you 2 or 3 days to see even half of the zoo.

[@StarShine-Ranch]

The SD Wild Animal Park is even better than the downtown Zoo. Scripps Aquarium in La Jolla (pronounced Lah Hoy yah) is a don't-miss, too.

[@katw3070]

The SD Zoo does amazing work and is wonderful!

[@proconsumersafety]

In every state there are different time of the year that have such seasonal changes such as fall colors in the north east. But also, summer fog in the mornings and afternoon on California and western coastal areas. I have traveled to all but 2 states, and all have amazing places to visit from Maine, Washington DC, to California. If you are in southern California, do plan to visit the Channel Islands (off the coast of Santa Barbara) and Santa Catalina Island (part of the Channel Islands). Point Reyes National Seashore, just north of San Fransisco is also amazing. But again, I can pick so many across the country. Enjoy.

[@bartolomeestebanmurillo4459]

As an American, I've sadly never been to many of these places. Real life just unfortunately happens. But I hope to see them someday.

[@LindaC616]

Same

[@davidnelson5728]

That's a shame.

[@John_Redcorn_]

Idk where ppl like that guy get enough money to do all this stuff 🤷‍♂️

[@digitaltennisshoes]

@@John_Redcorn_ Probably rich and just travels

[@LindaC616]

@@John_Redcorn_ some people just learned how to harness the internet and social media to get themselves that lifestyle. But the fact that his family goes to some of these places and rent houseboats, tells me that he's probably Rich to start with

[@jblalock3127]

He touched on plenty of touristy and popular areas. Wyoming is amazing and definitely worth a visit. The southern US is great as well with several national parks like the Great Smoky Mountains, Everglades, Congaree, Dry Tortuga's, and a couple of others. If you have the opportunity to visit the south, definitely do! In regards to the national parks, The Great Smoky Mountains does not have an entry fee (but does require a parking permit) while most of the other parks do charge upon entry.

[@shortshorts920]

The Great Smokey Mtn park is also the most visited in the US. Idk how this guy missed showing it.

[@kenmahoney5255]

​@@shortshorts920it's places he's been to and his favorites. Pay attention.

[@shortshorts920]

@@kenmahoney5255 then it needs to be called MY top 25 places.

[@kenmahoney5255]

@@shortshorts920 umm, He says in the video his top 20 Places in the u.s At the beginning of the video. Did you not hear that? Dude, you've been to Bristol. I'm so fckn jealous. That is literally my #1 on the bucket list. The sound has got to be insane.

[@shortshorts920]

@@kenmahoney5255 never miss it man. Being 3 hours away it’s like a crime not to go 😂 never gets old. I hit up the nascar races and a lot of the other events there. The one you seen was a Cleetus and Cars event. Sep 2 & 3. Cheap cheap. Lots of fun.

[@TheRockInnRobin]

Very west coast heavy. I’m surprised nothing was mentioned in the center part of the country. So much more than Florida, New York, and Maine on the east coast as well.

[@michaeljones-ol5du]

There's a good reason.. you build it, 2 weeks later a tornado takes it away.

[@TheRockInnRobin]

@@michaeljones-ol5du 😂 false

[@terriemartinez9989]

I would've enjoy 3/4 of these places. 🤮

[@Noneofyourbizniz1]

He’s talking about where he traveled and what he liked .

[@rashadwalker8218]

I agree

[@RockDocNeal]

I've lived almost all my life in Massachusetts (except for 4 years in NYC during graduate school), so I'm a little biased to including New England in your travel plans, but all the locations he mentioned are incredible....and are places I have to visit!

[@MrCrit04]

One of the best things about the U.S. is the diversity of climates. Very Beautiful. I am going to the Grand Canyon and other amazing places over the summer, so I am very excited. I hope you guys get to enjoy the beautiful places the U.S. has to offer! Love y'all's videos! I would love to see some more try not to laughs! Much love from Panama City Florida!

[@jerryglantz1630]

The Grand Canyon and Monument Valley are on my bucket list.

[@jonok42]

Hope you enjoy the Grand Canyon. It is beautiful! Don't forget to have lots of water with you and stay hydrated! If you aren't used to the extreme dry climate you can dehydrate very quickly, and sunburn very quickly too.

[@lianabaddley8217]

​@@jonok42 seriously!! My favorite place is Arches National Park and Moab. You can never plan Too Much water!! Even in the Spring those places can get HOT🔥🥵!!

[@jonok42]

@@lianabaddley8217 that's very true, but even at 80 or 85F it still will quickly suck all moisture from your body. People don't even realize they are dehydrated until it's almost too late. Especially if they come from humid areas. The desert is dangerous.

[@MrCrit04]

@j nokes I went kayaking and got sun burnt badly. I have learned my lesson. I definitely won’t be forgetting to put on sun screen. Besides that, i am very excited. I’m still young, so going around the country is going to be much more fun the older I get. Thanks for letting me know your information!

[@herschelsquirts2338]

I grew up in Northern California, lived on the Oregon coast for two years, and now I’ve lived in Alaska for the last seven years. Big Sur is a beautiful drive, as well as the Oregon coast. Alaska’s always beautiful, with great people. I used to drive truck up and down the East coast but I never got to experience New England. That’s where I want to go next. After England and Scotland.

[@davemcbroom695]

Kiwis wanna come here, and Yanks wanna go there.😅

[@marythibault1362]

I watch you guys and AB camping from New Zealand and your country looks so beautiful I come from MA and now live in Florida…haven’t seen hardly any places in this huge country and I’m almost 80… enjoy your trip and God bless you all!

[@janderson2341]

We went to Hawaii in January of 2020. Pearl Harbor is incredible and humbling. Island wise Kauai is the one that really blew our minds. The food, the culture, and the scenery was amazing. This is the one place that we have vacationed at and actually had a conversation about moving to eventually. Kauai is my happy place. We have been back 2 more times and have more lined up for in the future. If you get the chance.... GO!

[@sammyjc63]

If your family ever comes to Oregon. Look us up. We'll personally tour your family around Oregon. Not just the hot spot, but the local in and out. We live in Portland.

[@penmann86]

While visiting northern California, be sure to book a tour of Rancho Obi Wan (appointment required) in Petaluma. It's home of the largest Star Wars collections in the world!

[@davidwagner3170]

Such a dichotomy. I'm 45 now, but when LOTR first came out and I realized you guys basically have every geographic aspect from beaches, to snow capped mountains (skiing / anow-boarding) I was sold!

[@lasmejoradas]

We take pride in our national parks, but your backyard is where they filmed LOTR and Narnia! 😂 Anyway, stay safe and have fun in the USA!! 💙🇳🇿🇺🇸

[@whatever1210]

I forgot narnia was filmed there. I remember being jealous of anyone who lived where they filmed lord of the rings.

[@daveperryman291]

We have great places here but New Zealand rocks.

[@josephgarner94]

If you’ve been there you know Zion national park deserves its spot at the top of the list.

[@jeffg.6110]

That video should be called the “Top 24 Places to Visit in the US if you like to Hike and Jump in Lakes, + NYC.” Don’t get me wrong: all those places are great. Beautiful scenery, interaction w nature, etc. But there are so many other kinds of attractions in the US other than that particular “type” of outdoor attraction. Both natural (eg Everglades) and man-made (eg Mount Rushmore, Gateway Arch, Hoover Dam, Washington Monument & Lincoln Memorial). Not to mention the food/culture of cities/regions (New Orleans, Chicago, Kansas City) and other random stuff like the Field of Dreams in Iowa, Graceland in Memphis or Churchill Downs in Louisville.

[@katw3070]

You’re right. Apparently, he focused only on places he’s been.

[@davidfink4963]

Stay away from tourist traps like the ones this guy mentions. Unless you want to blast through your funds real quick. A good city to visit is Washington D.C.. All the National Museums are free of charge. And plenty of history. National Parks are a definite must, though.

[@LN-Lifer]

Mt Rushmore..... literally the most disappointing tourist trap in all the US.

[@munso089]

Just found your channel today. And I've watched about 10 videos. Love it, you have such an awesome energy and curiosity. So fun to watch. Keep it up, best of luck.

[@kmcoady1]

I left to hitchhike the USA the month after I graduated high school in 1971 and saw a number of the sites. The coast highway by Big Sur is amazing. The diverse terrain hugging the ocean from San Diego to Vancouver, British Columbia is stunning. California is but a day away from any type of terrain you can imagine. The desert and rock formations are magical. Snow capped mountains. I truly saw a great deal of the country and lower Canada. STILL, the highlight of my 70 year life was sitting on a beach on Beaver Island in northern Lake Michigan by the Canadian border. Around 8 pm, I saw a shimmering wave of color in the twilight sky. As it became darker the shimmers began brightening in shades of green and yellow. I was mesmerized. When they finally began to dim, I realized it was 3 am. I'd been staring at the night sky for 7 hours yet didn't fell as if it was more than an hour. I could have died right then and felt like I'd been satisfied.

[@occheermommy]

That’s amazing. Plus it was the year I was born so great year all around.

[@corinaperez226]

Wow, what an adventure. I envy that experience.

[@luisahirsch5654]

Hi New Zealand family! Hope you had a Happy Easter! I am so happy that your family is going to the US. Have an amazing time! I have been to the Oregon coast which is absolutely beautiful! Oregon is a gorgeous state! My cousins live there. That is probably my favorite from the list! I have also been to Seattle which was a lot of fun! I have done the Redwood Muir forest near San Francisco. Boston is such a fun city with a lot of history! I am so excited to see which places you and your family end up visiting on your trip! 😊

[@imnotawasteoftime]

I would recommend researching what places you want to visit while here based on the season you'll be visiting. Each season/weather can change the experience drastically

[@heatheranderson2869]

You are a absolutely right. We want them to have a great time.

[@markastoforoff7838]

I'm from Canada and only recently saw a couple of your video reactions about Canadian food. You make me laugh. You seem like a very nice family. I especially like the toes up.

[@barryrobbins7694]

For a first time trip to the United States from New Zealand, going to California makes a lot of sense. There is such a variety of landscapes, and things to do in the towns and cities. On the way back, Kauai is a great place to take a vacation from the vacation (Napali Coast, Waimea Canyon, Hanalei Bay). Kauai would be a vary calming transition back to the lovely country of New Zealand.

[@WoodlandT]

I love watching these videos through other people’s eyes and being reminded how absolutely stunning my country is

[@benrast1755]

The geology/geography of Idaho is much like that of the U.S. as a whole - very diverse. The southern part of the state is mostly a mix of farmland and desert, with a couple prominent areas of sand dunes - St. Anthony's (shown in this video) and Bruneau - and mountains in the corners. The middle part of the state is steep, rugged, beautiful mountains, lakes, white water rivers, and hot springs. The northern panhandle features the rolling hills of the Palouse that give way to lush, thick, green forests and beautiful lakes. So, something for everyone. And yes, the host misspelled Yellowstone. :-)

[@DestanyBrown]

You forgot Craters of the Moon!

[@leetsui510]

I drove through 27 states in 2019 with my son, it was amazing. Started in Savannah, GA and drove on I-10 until San Diego. So many things to see, then drove up the Pacific coast highway. So breath taking. We went to Seattle and drove diagonally through back yo Savannah. The USA is an amazing country to see and it takes forever.

[@sunniejmh]

I feel so so proud whenever Seattle and the PNW is shown 💚💙🏔️🏞️🌧️🌲☔☕🥰 We have amazing National and State parks here to explore. I've loved growing up around the massive mountains and the ocean on the other side. I feel very easily lost when I travel to a flat place that's inland. 😂

[@ktwhimsy6946]

As a lifelong Oregonian who just moved over the river to WA, I concur! 🤗

[@kimberley5729]

I just took a road trip last month from Seattle to Dallas, Texas. We got to see some really beautiful places including Arches National Park in Utah, and Santa Fe, New Mexico. This past weekend we drove over Snoqualmie Pass to Eastern Washington - and I always come back to feeling we live in the most beautiful place!! I absolutely love Mount Rainier. So yes, totally agree with that feeling of pride!

[@richardsears6005]

i lived in key west back in the 70s the bridge in the video was built in the mid 80s the original had 2 lanes but often 4 lanes of traffic at any given moment great video